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4th March 2014 • Volume 21, Issue 8 • Leader House, North Street, Swords. • Tel: 8•400•200 • www.northcountyleader.ie

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Catherine, Our Olympic Heroine Calls It A Day Local Swords woman and Paralympic champion, Catherine Walsh, has decided to call it a day and retire from competitive Paralympic sports, after excelling in her field for almost two decades. She intends to retire in order to focus more on her family life, but she says she’ll be continuing her involvement with Paralympics Ireland in the future. This local sports heroine and multi Olympic medal

By Jennifer McShane winner, is one of the North County’s most successful athletics, having competed in six consecutive Paralympic Games during her vast sporting career. Catherine, who is visually impaired, is a true veteran of the Paralympics, and has represented Ireland at the games since 1992. She has achieved so many outstanding accomplishments throughout her sporting career (though she remains hugely modest about her success), and her skill and dedication right from the very start meant that she was destined for great things. She first competed as a track and field athlete in four Paralympic Games between 1992 and 2004, then went on to win a bronze in the Pentathlon in Sydney 2000. It was in 2007 she transferred to tandem cycling and competed in the Beijing Paralympic Games.

Pictured here is Paralympic Champion Catherine Walsh, from Swords, with her pilot Francine Meehan, celebrating their bronze medal win after finishing third in the women's individual B time trial in the London 2012 Paralympic Games.

New Hope For Local Pyrite Sufferers Minister for the Environment, numerous times about the Community and Local need for the pyrite issue to be Government, Phil Hogan, has dealt with, so this latest welcomed the publication of announcement is a welcome the Pyrite step forward. Remediation Scheme “I am delighted to and the announceannounce that the ment that its online Pyrite Resolution application system is Board has published now accepting applithe Pyrite cations from homeRemediation Scheme owners around the which will provide North County the framework for affected by pyrite Alan Farrell TD the assessment of applications and the damage. This will come as welcome carrying out of works to news to local homeowners dwellings affected by pyrite who have been affected by damage,” Minister Hogan told pyrite. Local TD, Alan Farrell the County Leader, adding (FG) who is personally affected “affected homeowners can by this issue and other local submit applications under the councillors have spoken out scheme which I hope will

mark the beginning of the end of the hardship and stress that so many have had to endure for too long.” “Having seen the dreadful situations that the local people have had to live with, I was determined to put in place the necessary structures that would deliver reasonable and sustainable solutions for those homeowners who have no other practicable options for redress.” “The Pyrite Resolution Board is ready to begin the assessment of applications and is anxious to facilitate the commencement of remediation works at the earliest possible opportunity,” he concluded.

Following from this, in 2009 she returned to the podium winning silver at the 2009 UCI Track World Championships. Then, in 2011, with her new sighted pilot, Fran Meehan, they won a bronze medal at both UCI World Championships that year. They followed this up with gold in the Individual Pursuit at the UCI Track World Championships in 2012, in the lead up to the London Olympics. This Paralympic cyclist, who works as a physiotherapist at Lusk Community Centre, said that one of her many standout moments was her double win in the 2012 London Paralympic Games. Speaking exclusively to the County Leader she said “It was such a brilliant moment for us, to win the first ever Paralympic cycling medal for Ireland”. “We were very proud.” Indeed in 2012, she had much reason to be proud, as her fantastic success at the London Paralympic Games with her pilot Fran, overjoyed the North County, and ensured that we were right up there with the best in the world. The winning pair went for glory, and won two Paralympic medals, and made history by securing Ireland’s first ever Paralympic cycling medal. They won silver in the Individual Pursuit on the Track, and then won a bronze medal in the time trial.

Catherine said that she was very happy with her decision to retire. “It came from a combination of factors, one being that for some health issues I felt that I wasn’t going to be able to achieve a Gold Medal in the 2016 Olympics, which was what I wanted to achieve. I soon realised that this wasn’t going to be achievable, and that combined with the fact that my kids are getting older, and I want to be around for them, made me come to my decision to retire from the competitive side of things. But, I’ve had a good run and I’m more than happy with everything that I have achieved.” She went on to say that she won’t be giving up cycling completely, as she intends to coach locally and wants to stay involved with the Irish Paralympics. “I hope to always be associated with Paralympics Ireland,” she continued. “People will still see me out on the bike, as I hope to do some local coaching to help the sportsmen and women, who are hoping to move up the ranks in the sport, and will be involved in the Hibernian Track Cycle with Fingallians in May.” To mark the occasion, Paralympics Ireland CEO, Liam Harbison (who was also Chef de Mission for the 2012 London Games), had some lovely words to say about Catherine. “Catherine has had a wonderful Paralympic career that many can only dream of, like competing at six consecutive Games is a massive achievement in itself,” he told the County Leader. “To then medal at two Games in different disciplines sets her apart, and is testament to her enormous talent and unrivalled work ethic. She is a tremendous role model for any aspiring athlete; driven, hardworking, committed, and one of the fiercest competitors around.” Many will agree that this Swords lady will be sorely missed in the field of Paralympic sports, but she can retire, full in the knowledge that she has been a truly outstanding athletic, and one that the North County has been privileged to call their own.

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New Local Group Launched In Rush A new local group based in Rush, Lusk and Skerries launched last week in the Strand Bar in Rush. The Roots Favour Exchange (RFE). is a skills and labour exchange system promoted by Rush GIY (Grow It Yourself) and ROOTS (Rush and Lusk Open Organisation for Transition Status). It is free, open, voluntary and does not involve the making or spending of money. The RFE is a place where you can get favours from people who live in Lusk, Rush and Skerries area – or give favours to people living in the area. You may need a hand fixing your computer, need a bike repaired or want to learn Spanish. You can look for somebody to help you with your needs on their website . You can also offer your skills to

others. You can offer to teach a skill, give away some DVDs or even give someone a hand moving furniture. The group makes the free exchange of favours possible, by connecting local people living close, who are willing to work for each other in this way, while keeping a central directory of who can offer what and who has helped who. The purpose of the RFE is to reconnect people in their communities, save money, be creative, provide goods and services to each other in a nicer and healthier way, and have fun while doing so. Feel free to browse their website at rootsfavourexchange.com where you can sign up as a member if you’re interested, completely free of charge.

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Swords Man’s Remarkable Work For Charity By Patrick Finnegan @TheCountyLeader

Swords man, Tom Carroll can be rightly called a true hero of the community. Tom has selflessly devoted his Monday nights, to fundraising for the St Francis Hospice, where he has been the quiz master in the Estuary Pub in Swords, every Monday night, with all proceeds going to the charity. The quiz has been going on every Monday night for the past 14 years at the Estuary Pub in Swords, and for two years previously in the Harp Bar. In all that time, a staggering €150,000 has been raised for the popular charity. Tom spoke to the County Leader about how the idea came to him. “My mother was in the care of the St Francis Hospice, and I started the quiz in Harp Bar in Swords around 1998 and then came here to the Estuary in 2000, when the Harp closed down. We have raised over €150,000 in that time. Strangely enough, it was on the eight anniversary of my mother’s death at the hospice, that we reached the €100,000 mark.” “Many of the people who are here tonight, are people who have supported the quiz, right from the

Tom Carroll is pictured in full flight in the Estuary Pub in Swords, as he poses the questions in his fun quiz, just as he's done for the past 16 years.

beginning. Some of them transferred to here, when the Harp closed down. We’re here 50 Mondays in the year for the past 16 years.” “It’s all down to the loyal supporters of the quiz, who come here in all weathers. All I do is just ask the questions,” said Tom in a self effacing way. “While I might be the conduit through which it comes about, if it wasn’t for these people and their generosity, we would never have raised that amount of money”. Ethel McKenna, CEO of St Francis Hospice, had nothing but the height of praise for the selfless actions of Tom and the people who support the charity. She told the County Leader, “We are so deeply grateful to Tom for his hugely loyal commitment and support of St. Francis Hospice over the years. Tom and his supporters have helped to create funds, so that patients and families will experience compassionate caring at a deep physical, spiritual and emotional level when they are in most need of support in their lives,” she said.

A new Balbriggan Community Council was set up recently, following on from the successful ‘Save our Library Campaign’. With the abolition of the Town Council happening on the 23rd May, the group felt it was necessary to have an alternative in place and ready to take up the reins. At the first meeting in early January, 65 candidates put their names forward and after meeting with

each and every one a steering committee of 15 was formed, with many of the remaining candidates serving on sub committees. The committee is non political and no one is involved with any political party. “The aim of the Council will be to improve our town and hinterland in order to attract investment, tourism and to make it a better place to live and raise children,” a Community Council

Malahide Students Reach Debating Finals Malahide Community School was celebrating last week, with the news that two of its students have made it into the Leinster finals of the Mace debating competition. Third year students, James Griffin and Jack O’Brien are part of a group of 80 out of 300 competitors, who have made it into the finals, having competed in a series of debating competitions throughout the Leinster region since last September. They are members of the Scoil Iosa

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spokesperson said. centre.” “We will be steering committee to “We will be keeping a working with all the give us time to familclose eye on any future local groups and busi- iarise ourselves with planning for the town. nesses in the town, and the wealth of groups There is a wealth of the County Council to out there, and we’re ideas out there for ensure that any plans sure that the outgoing making the town a for the town and its Town Council will be more attractive place, environs are for the able to give us a lot of one of which is to good of Balbriggan. We advice from their own improve our town are currently set up as a experiences.” Debating Society that was relaunched last September, as part of the school’s commitment to developing the oral communication skills of students. Commenting on the recent success of the students, their teacher Ms. Conaty said, “It’s a wonderful achievement for James and Jack, but our congratulations also goes to all of the students involved in the Scoil Iosa Debating Society. It is only for the commitment Pictured here are James Griffin and Jack of students to the debating society O'Brien from Malahide Community School who that opportunities and achievements reached the Leinster Finals of the MACE like this have become a possibility.” debating competition. She continued, “No matter what happens in the Leinster finals, James more students to get involved in and Jack have done the school proud debating.” James and Jack will because they have put Scoil Iosa on compete in the Leinster finals on the debating map again and in doing March 22nd in Coláiste na hInse in so we hope that it will encourage Bettystown, Co. Meath.

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Sinn Fein Hosts Mortgage Meeting In Balbriggan Sinn Féin’s Dublin EU candidate, Lynn Boylan hosted a meeting in Balbriggan last Tuesday. The meeting was called to highlight mortgage distress and household debt in the North County area, and was aimed at discussing a fairer approach to the issues. Attending the meeting with Lynn Boylan

Pictured at the Sinn Fein public meeting in the Milestone Pub, Balbriggan to discuss mortgage distress and household debt are, David Hall (Irish Mortgage Holders Association), Stephen Curtis (Personal Insolvency Practicioner), Lynn Boylan (Sinn Fein EU election candidate), Malachy Quinn (Sinn Fein candidate for Balbriggan Ward) and Mary Lou McDonald (Sinn Fein Deputy President).

were, Mary Lou McDonald T.D. and vice-president of Sinn

Féin; Malachy Quinn, Sinn Féin Local Election candidate for

Swords resident, Paddy Behan had a 76th birthday to remember last week, when he and his wife, Margaret were invited by President Higgins to celebrate the event at Aras an Uachtaran. Paddy, who has a long association with the Labour Party, has been firm friends with the President for many years. Paddy was recognised four years ago, by then Lord Mayor, Emer Costello, for his civic and cultural contribution to the community of the North Inner City. Paddy said that President Higgins had a cake ready for the occasion, and made a presentation of a book of poems and a history of Aras an Uachtaran. Margaret was presented with an engraved letter opener. Paddy and Margaret are pictured at their home in Swords, with their mementoes of the visit.

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Basses Required By Chamber Choir Due to the ill health of two of their basses, Fingal Chamber Choir is in urgent need of three basses to participate in the choir. Reasonable sight singing ability is desirable. They meet on Monday nights in Balbriggan from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Fingal Chamber Choir is a busy choir with a very varied repertoire, from Eric Whitacre to Billy Joel and many points in between and have made regular appearances on RTE television.

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Vehicular Access In Portrane Should Be Extinguished Local councillor, Gerry McGuire (Lab) is calling on the County Council to extinguish the vehicular right of way, at the end of the Burrow Road, in Portrane, where it borders the estuary. This request has come about in response to the concerns of local residents, who are

worried about ongoing anti-social behaviour and illegal dumping in the area. McGuire told the County Leader, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Residents here want the vehicular right of way to this laneway ended and I have asked the Council to initiate a procedure for closing it off to vehi-

Local councillor, Gerry McGuire is pictured at the end of Burrow Road in Portrane, which he feels needs to be closed off to traffic.

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Portmarnock Chess Club Portmarnock Chess Club is looking to attract new players to the club with meetings taking place every Thursday at Naomh Mearnog GAA Club, Blackwood Lane, Portmarnock. Juniors meet at 7.30pm, adults at 8.30pm.

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then, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve become more active in the Party. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen up close how communities, and particularly the newer ones with young families have to fight for basic services, like playgrounds and community centres. Everything is a struggle and a fight and this should not be the case,â&#x20AC;? he said. Smith firmly believes that there is a need for a strong left of centre voice in the community. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s already a strong left of centre vote in Swords and I feel we need new, strong candidates on the left, who are inspired by the current economic difficulties we have experienced, and I think we need By Patrick Finnegan that voice to be heard at Council level,â&#x20AC;? he said. He laid out his plans fo the community, if Labour party candidate for the he gets the nod in May. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If I get elected, Swords electoral area, Duncan Smith, there will be no harder working councillor has just launched his election than me. I have the necessary hard campaign, and vows to inject new life working ethic and degree of integrity to into the local political system. benefit the people of Swords. I would not He spoke to the County Leader about be found wanting.â&#x20AC;? changes he feels need to be Smith is passionate about community addressed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I bought my house in the matters in the area, and he stressed that Castleview area of Swords in 2008 Duncan Smith the community is where we put our kids to about two months before the school and raise our families. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I will be a strong economy went bust. The vulnerability I felt at voice for these people in the Council chamberâ&#x20AC;? that time prompted me to join the Labour Party. I he concluded. was always a strong Labour supporter and since

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Swords Pupils Celebrate Awareness Day Pupils at the Holy Family National Schools in Swords turned up for class on Monday 24th February last, in their Girl Guide uniforms! Principal, David O’Keeffe had given permission to the girls, who are members of River Valley and Rathingle Guides, Brownies and Ladybirds, to wear their uniforms as part of A-WEAR-NESS Day, which is linked to World Thinking Day, when the 12,000 members of

IGG join over 10 million Girl Guides and Girl Scouts around the world in taking action on global issues. By wearing their Irish Girl Guides (IGG) uniforms with pride, the girls raised the profile of the organisation, and made the most of the opportunity to talk with their friends and classmates about how they benefit from their involvement in Guiding. District Commissioner and Guide Leader, Breda

Cunningham, said, “Girls learn and develop so many life-skills through a range of indoor and outdoor activities and challenges, which helps them develop their selfesteem and, through a wide range of social, health and global themes, they develop into responsible citizens in their local communities. School principal, David O’Keeffe, said he was always happy to facilitate IGG meetings in the school and to allow

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appointed to the Evaluation and Approvals Committee of the new Fingal LEO (Local Enterprise Office). All projects being considered for financial support by LEOs, will be evaluated by an Evaluation and Approvals Committee and the Council are, encouraging experienced business people to share their expertise on a pro bono basis. Ethna Felton, Director of Economic Development Services at the County Council explained, “The Fingal Local Enterprise Office will combine the existing resources of the Fingal County Enterprise Board and the Council’s Economic Development Unit to deliver integrated services through a first-stop shop to micro

Balbriggan Creative Quarter are delighted to announce their first Railway Street Craft Market which will take place on St. Patricks Day, 17th March 2014 from 12-4pm. The market will have an exciting mix of local crafts, up-cycled goods, live music and family entertainment. A centerpiece of the market will be a photographic exhibition, titled Back to The Future and will highlight old photos from the Benton/Curtis Collection and new photos of the town taken by local photographers, Kasia Wasiak and Robert Patynski.

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inspector, who recommended refusal of the planning permission, saying: “The proposal would generate appreciable additional numbers of northbound pedestrians, which would lead to conflict and the inherently hazardous overspill of pedestrians on to the A proposed development of new houses adjoining carriageway.” across from Malahide Community School, is “Public safety would thereby be endanstill causing concern for a school and local gered and the promotion of walking, as a preferred mode of transport, which is councillor. In the latest news of the in accordance with the objectives of project, it seems the County Council the Council development Plan 2011are unlikely to provide a new foot2017 and the advice of the Design path opposite this development of Manual for Urban Roads and Streets, new houses across from Malahide would be thwarted,” she continued. Community School, despite a Bord But a new footpath along the eastern Pleanála inspector pointing to safety issues for pedestrians in the area if Cllr. Judy Dunne. side of the R124, requested by the school and backed by Dunne, was the development went ahead. An Bord Pleanála granted planning permission effectively dismissed by the Council. They responded by saying: “The provision of this for a development on Seamount Road opposite the school, but it’s own inspector had footpath would require a significant amount some safety concerns about how pedes- of works to be carried out, including land trians would navigate the area, according to acquisition, and he costs are likely to be l o c a l C o u n c i l l o r J u d y D u n n e ( L a b ) a t a quite considerable. It should be noted that recent area meeting. Dunne quoted the a source of funding is not currently available for this project. she concluded”

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In light of the ongoing Garda whistle blower controversy, we asked people, “Is a Commission of Inquiry needed at this point, to get to the truth?” Emily Nicholas

Michael Russell, Swords “Yes. Very much so because of all the skulduggery going on now.”

John Cumiskey, Swords “At this point probably not, because there’s not enough to be known. Whether I think they need to down the line, yes probably”

James McMahon, Monaghan “I absolutely think an inquiry is needed. There’s too much transparency, there’s too much off loading, there’s too much kicking the can down the road. They need to address the issue full on and have a local and transparent inquiry, so that we can see what the issues are.”

Jane Fitzcurtis, Swords “It definitely would have been needed if there was going to be an inquiry. They need to out whoever was doing wrong.”

Margaret Casey, Swords “I couldn’t really tell you, There’s too many problems going on.”

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Rita Fitzsimons, Swords “I think there’s too much going on behind the scenes that we’re not being told about, so an inquiry is definately needed.”

Diane Simms, Donabate “Well what kind of inquiry, because I’m not into tribunals, they cost a massive amount of money. I think absolutely it should be investigated what happened, because that Garda was hung out to dry.”

Edwin Sweeney, Swords “Definitely needed. I think the government are hiding a lot of stuff. Alan Shatter, Enda Kenny, there’s a lot of corruption.”

Mick Coffey, Rush “Yes. There’s too much behind closed door stuff going on at the moment, it’s as simple as that.”

Eddie Bank, Swords “I don’t think so at this point, because it is costing us a shed load of money, and what will we get out of it?”

Derek Bourne, Swords “Yes, definitely yes. Because they’re just being ignored. I think there’s more to it than just penalty points and it needs to come out. There seems to be a massive cover up at the moment.”

Pauline O’Rourke, Swords “Yes. It’s all to do with the lies that were told, the cover ups. The people need an inquiry.”

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Henchy Launches Election Campaign Local man, Adrian Henchy launched his 2014 Local Election campaign, as a Fianna Fail candidate in the Swords Ward last week. At a well-attended campaign launch in Keelings in Donabate, Henchy Adrian Henchy outlined his priorities for the communities of Donabate, Portrane and Swords, Seatown and Lissenhall which included, investing in and supporting local business and investing in sports and recreational facilities for young people, among other issues. Born and raised in Portrane, schooled in Swords and living in Donabate, Henchy has deep roots in the area with a long, active involvement in the community. From managing St Patrick’s senior football team, coaching kids and adults in Portrane Hockey Club, being an active board member of Donabate Portrane Community Centre and a figure in securing the allweather pitch in Donabate, it certainly appears that working hard to contribute to his community is already a part of his day job. When asked what sets him apart from other local election candidates, he told the County Leader: “Do you want career politicians who give timely soundbites or generic blurbs on the current hot topics, or do you want somebody who is visibly active and involved within the community that can really champion your priorities effectively? I firmly believe that you must put yourself out there, to do your very best for the community and ‘no’ or ‘sorry, can’t do’ is never a good enough answer for the people you represent.” He was quick to acknowledge the huge support he has received so far. “The response from people at the doors and on the ground has been great. I am getting unbelievable support and goodwill from people, from all areas and from all kinds of community organisations. People in the community have really stepped up to support my campaign and together, we really believe we can start putting the community first for a change,” he concluded.

Swords Students Take Part In Mathletes Challenge Students from Fingal Community College in Swords are currently Leinster’s best placed school and first place nationally in a new AllIreland maths competition. The local secondary school are among the early pace setters in the Mathletes Challenge 2014. In the Mathletes Challenge, students will compete in county and provincial finals, with top scorers advancing to the national finals, which are scheduled to take place in early May. The brainchild of Sean O’Sullivan, the event is supported by the Department of Education and Skills and national education centres across the country. “There is a real sense of momentum

Pictured here are two second year students from Fingal Community College in Swords, Colman Shek and Alina Zaharuka, taking part in the Mathletes Challenge 2014.

behind the competition, with thousands more students expected to sign up over the coming weeks,” he said. Some €20,000 in prizes and the title of Mathletes Challenge Champion 2014 are up for grabs. Mathletes will see students in each county competing online and face-to-face in county

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Murphy Up In Arms

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Local election candidate for Balbriggan, Tony Murphy (NP) wants to challenge the County Council regarding the closure of a section of the Naul Road in Balbriggan, allegedly without an appropriate Road Closure Licence being in place. “I have been contacted by numerous residents of Balbriggan regarding the undue traffic congestion experienced by them over the past month by the unofficial road closure on the Naul Road at Millfield Shopping Centre.” Murphy, who is running as an independent candidate in

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there are currently two electrical poles sitting in the middle of the road, preventing completion of the project. “It is difficult to understand why the County Council could not co-ordinate the works with other relevant parties in order to complete the job in a timely manner and not cause such inconvenience to the people of Balbriggan,” Murphy concluded.

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Pictured here is Oisin Geoghegan,Councillor Gerry McGuire, and Martin MacEntee, with students from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, Castleknock Community College and Scoil Choilm CNS, Porterstown at the launch of the thirteenth annual Fingal Student Enterprise Awards Programme in Swords Castle.

A record number of the North County’s enterprising students will take centre stage at the Student Enterprise Awards County Finals, which takes place in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Blanchardstown on Thursday, 13th March. Coordinated by the Fingal County Enterprise Board, a record number of students from 22 secondary schools and nine primary schools throughout the North County have registered in the 2013/2014 programme, starting-up and managing their own micro enterprises. At the core of the programme for the secondary school students is, not only planning a start-up enterprise, but also managing a real live business; learning to trade and generate an income during the school year. More than 580 student businesses were established throughout the local region since

September 2013. This year’s student enterprises aim to repeat the success of Fingal, when they schools won more prizes than any other county in Ireland. Awards were won in all three categories, including: Junior, Intermediate and Senior including Skerries Community College, and Colaiste Choilm in Swords. Speaking ahead of the County Final, Oisin Geoghegan, CEO of the County Enterprise Board told the County Leader: “We are proud to have the biggest and I believe the most successful Student Enterprise programme in the country. It is fantastic to see our youngest citizens confidently embracing entrepreneurship and we aim to cultivate this as much as possible, by providing the necessary support and encouragement for enterprise through our school system.”

Park Run In Balbriggan The stormy weather didn’t deter the participants of the first Ardgillan Park Run, who turned out in force recently to kick start the event. About a year ago, local group, B a l b r i g g a n Roadrunners began looking into bringing a park run to Ardgillan Demesne and after a real community effort to raise the necessary funds, the first one was held in the stunning grounds of Ardgillan Castle recently. This free, 5km, timed run will now be held every

Malahide Coffee Morning A new Coffee Morning ‘as Gaeilge’ takes place every Wednesday at 10.30am in ‘Seomra Tae’ café, Main Street, Malahide. This is helpful for parents and grandparents of school-going children or for anybody who would like to try out their Irish.

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Local election candidate for Balbriggan, Cathal Boland (NP) is pictured with protestors over the threatened closure of local post offices in the area.

Is The EU Ready To Be A World Player? This week, the EPP By Cathal Boland Election Congress will @TheCountyLeader be held in the Conference Centre here in Dublin. Here they will select their front runner for the position of Commission President. The leading contenders are former Prime Minister of Luxembourg, Jean-Claude Juncker, French EU Commissioner, Michel Barnier and former Latvian Premier, Valdis Dombrovskis. The winner of this contest is likely to become Commission President as the EPP is the dominant party across Europe. Whoever becomes President here will have a lot to deal with. The events of the last couple of weeks in the Ukraine raise the whole question of an EU foreign policy. Does one exist and if not should there be one? The British politician Lady Ashton, was appointed as the High Representative of the Commission, responsible for Foreign Affairs and Security, following the passing of the Lisbon Treaty. On her

You’ve heard of Pink Floyd’s version but Dublin Airport is host to its own impressive wall thanks to a new and interesting exhibition currently on display in Terminal 1. The impressive ‘Story Wall’, located on the Mezzanine level in T1, was created by 22 wood artists from all over the globe who came together in June 2013 at Glenn Lucas’s Woodturning Study Centre in Bagenalstown, Co Carlow. The artists including carvers, turners, furniture makers and

appointment, most held out little hope that she could make the EU a respected player on the world stage. She turned out to be an effective negotiator in the many difficult situations which have dominated the world stage in recent years. So much so that the U.S. House of Representatives have made her a joint nominate for the Nobel Peace prize for her work with Serbia and Kosovo in improving the relationship between both. In recent weeks, her attention is taken up with Ukraine and the complexity of problems which it has thrown up. It is anticipated that the Labour Peer will not have her appointment renewed after the elections. Perhaps it should be, to allow continuity in this emerging office. She has had a very short time since her appointment, to forge a cohesive position for Europe on the world stage and to position it as a serious player in international affairs. The twenty eight countries which the union is comprised of are very different in many ways. If the EU is to become a main player in the field of foreign affairs, it must not only have a common policy which all the states support, it must also have an experienced capable politician to front for it in difficult situations.

sculptors – gathered to create a ‘Story Wall’ for the Carlow Arts Festival. The idea of bringing together all the artists with their different disciplines to create a ‘Story Wall’ was conceived by Terry Martin, wood writer, artist and curator from Brisbane, Australia. Having been to Ireland many times, Terry had been struck by the number and beauty of the walls throughout the Irish countryside and the stories behind their making. This inspired him to come up with the idea of making a sculptural piece based on an Irish stone wall. Many skills were used in making the wall, including carving, woodturning and sculpting. The wall is 6.5m long and made of individual wooden ‘stones’. Each stone has been cut with a chainsaw and a bandsaw, carved to create a round finish, sanded and sandblasted. Many of the artists then carved on the surface so that some stones resemble ancient rock art and some suggest realistic vegetation. On one part of the wall is a little door that you can open carefully and behind it is a treasure - a traditional Chinese coin carved that has a Celtic horse and an Asian dragon. So if you’re travelling through Dublin Airport in the coming weeks take time to enjoy this unique and interesting piece of art.

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Local TD, Alan Farrell is pictured speaking to party delegates about proposal for a directly elected Mayor for Dublin, at the Fine Gael Ard Fheis at the RDS on Saturday last.

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New Street Skillz Programme With Swords Pavilions An exciting new Football participation programme is planned for a number of venues in the North County through the FAI/County Council and its partnership with Swords Pavilions. Following on the success of “Road to Poland”, “Road to Rio” is a new programme called FAI Street Skillz. It is based on street games such as heads and volleys, World Cup, three and in, football tennis, futsal and it’s like. It has been devised to ensure participants can enjoy their football with an exciting twist. Ten lucky partici-

pants from each venue will then attend a Street Skillz fun day in Swords Pavilions later on in the year. Ian Hunter, Centre Director of Swords Pavilions told the County Leader: “We are delighted to continue our support of FAI/FCC with the development of the new Street Skillz programme throughout the North County. It is a fantastic opportunity for the younger kids of the area to learn new skills in an environment that encourages them to give it a go, no matter their current skill level. We are also

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Hilarious New Production By Balbriggan Dramatic Society This year, Balbriggan Dramatic Society will be holding their annual production, “Canaries” in the Bracken Court Hotel, from Wednesday, 5th March through to Saturday, 8th March. ‘Canaries’ by Bernard Farrell is set in the 1980’s and is about a group of couples and characters who are away for a break in the Canary Islands and looking forward to plenty of socialising and partying, but things don’t always go to plan due to secrets, assumptions and lots of crossed wires. Most of the holidaymakers are from Dublin. Marie and Tommy, a couple from Ringsend who are accompanied by her retired father who is always out to make a buck. Marie will do anything to fit in with the colourful characters, Richard and Jane from Portmarnock that like to show all the friends how to party. Also in the group is Fergus, a young man from Dublin who is accompanied by his very new love interest, Madelene. Gunther and Erica, a loved up couple from Germany and Gunther takes every opportu-

Pictured at rehearsals are the cast of Balbriggan Dramatic Society, as they prepare for their upcoming play, Canaries. The cast includes Grainne Maguire, Greg Casey, Katrina Mooney, Kevin Lenihan, Sean Carey, Brian Howard, Marguerite OBrien, Ann Marie Maher, Derek Kenny, Mick Cassin, Sarah Leech Walls and Yvonne Healy.

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“Commercial rates can be a huge burden for many local clubs and I think now is the time to redefine how those rates are applied. I think people can understand why clubs would be expected to pay rates on a licensed According to three local Fianna commercial rates on dressing premises, but those rates should not Fail representatives, sports rooms and sports halls, as well be applied to dressing rooms clubs in around the North as their bar.” or a sports hall, it should be County, which have a licensed “Under the ‘Valuation limited to the bar itself.” Bill 2014’ clubs will only bar on site, would see their Meanwhile. local senator, commercial rates reduced, be liable to be charged Darragh O’Brien, is also urging under a new law being rates on the part of their the Government to accept the proposed by Fianna Fáil. property which is Bill, describing it as “a Malahide councillor, Eoghan licensed to sell alcohol. common sense proposal.” He Cllr. O’Brien O’Brien told the County Leader This will free up extra said: “This would be a huge about the proposed new law: “We are money for cash strapped clubs boost for clubs in the North proposing a change in the law which to invest in their facilities,” he Cllr. Butler County and allow them to reincovers the valuation of property said. vest the money saved in facilities for because at the moment, sports clubs Swords based councillor, Darragh their community.” around the locality are being charged Butler, also agreed with this:

Exciting Times At Balbriggan Cricket Club Balbriggan Cricket Club are in the process of installing new practice facilities at their club, and are very excited about the new full time coach they will have on board (for the first time!) this coming season. They are actively seeking new members of all ages to join their growing club. At present, the club has three senior teams competing at various levels, four junior teams, two U11 teams and an U13 and U15 team, which will all be coached by the full time club coach along with other very experienced club coaches.

Quinn Concerned About Possible Relocation Of Local Post Offices Local candidate for the stores throughout the country. Balbriggan Ward, Malachy Speaking on the issue Quinn Quinn (SF), has told the County Leader: “The post expressed his concern office network is at the in relation to the heart of the fabric of possible relocation of our local communities post offices in in Balbriggan and Balbriggan and Rush. Rush. Therefore it Subsequently, Quinn should been seen as a said that he was in vital part of the contact with an campaign to retain the employee of An Post Malachy Quinn post offices on our who stated that An Post were in negotiations with main streets and to hold our Tesco’s Supermarkets to relo- local communities together.” cate post offices in Tesco’s He continued: ”The closure of

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O’CONNOR, Tadhg (Balbriggan) – Feb 22, 2014, he will be sadly missed by his loving wife Grainne, children Niamh and Diarmuid, parents Stephanie and John Joe, brothers Colm, Kerry, Finbar and Enda, sister Eimear, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, motherin-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. WOLFE, Harvey (Skerries and formerly of Malahide) (suddenly) – Feb 21, 2014, beloved son of Jack and Paddy (Patricia) brother of John, Peter, Ken and Lynn, sadly missed by his loving mother, father, brothers, sister, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, aunts, nephews, many cousins, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest in peace. KEANE, Dolly (Brigid) (nee Caulfield) (Swords) (peacefully) sadly missed by her loving daughter Carmel, son-in-law Declan, her sister Mary, her brother Nick, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, niece, nephews and friends. Rest in peace. KINNA, Pamela (nee Hayes), (Donabate), February 26th, 2014, peacefully at home in the company of her loving family; beloved wife of Paul and devoted mother to Emily, Charlie and George. She will be sadly missed by her family, father Paddy, sisters Linda and Elaine, brother David, father and motherin-law Kevin and Anne, brothers-in-law, sisters-inlaw, nephews, nieces, relatives and her wonderfuly caring circle of friends. Rest in Peace.

ENNIS, Jimmy (Andrew), (Portmarnock), February 26th, 2014, (peacefully), surrounded by his loving family and in the loving care of the staff at Swords Nursing Home, beloved husband of Betty; sadly missed by his loving family, his sons Paul, Mark and James, his daughter Lisa, son-in-law, daughters-inlaw, grandchildren Joy, Ava, Lennon and Molly, sister Olive, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and many friends. Rest in peace.

Miracle Prayer Require an experienced Web Designer Webcloud are looking for a passionate individual who will be able to develop usable, accessible and responsive design solutions that will appeal to a diverse range of clients. The role will involve working in our fast paced office producing creative designs with the front-end development skills to convert your designs into cross device responsive websites.

Requirements: Minimum 2 years experience Online design portfolio Excellent design skills including experience with responsive design HTML5/CSS3 Javascript, or experience implementing Javascript libraries Expertise with Photoshop Proven ability in Wordpress or Joomla Knowledge of Web Servers. Knowledge of setting up hosting, domain registration, domain moving, DNS records, email & backup.

A working knowledge of the following would also be beneficial: Php, jquery, and Bootstrap Webcloudict, Old Quarry Business Campus, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15. info@webcloudict.com

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planning@northcountyleader.ie before 5.30pm every Thursday, in order for the application to appear in the following issue of North County Leader. A receipt will be issued when your planning notice is received. Please retain this receipt as proof of submission.

DIGNAM, Nuala, (Malahide), February 26th 2014, (peacefully), at Beaumont Hospital, Nuala; sadly missed by her loving sister Emer, brother Conor, sister-in-law Eileen, nieces Jacqueline and Sinead, nephews Brian and Neil, their spouses Ian and Robert, Gillian and Sarah, grandnephews Jamie, Jack and Josh, extended family and friends. Rest in peace.

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