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5th July 2016 • Volume 23, Issue 23 • Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. • Tel: 01 8•400•200 • info@northcountyleader.ie • www.northcountyleader.ie

Sadness At Closure Of Iconic Swords Pub One of the most famous businesses in Swords has closed down after 113 years serving the local community. The Star Pub, which is located at the junction of Main Street and Chapel Lane closed last Monday week, with the loss of approximately 30 jobs. Reports suggest that staff were told about the closure just a few hours prior to the pub closing. Local Sinn Fein councillor, Philip Lynam knows many of the staff members personally and he spoke about their shock at the sudden closure of the pub. He said, “This was a family run business and it’s sad

By Patrick Finnegan to see such a landmark building coming to this situation.” “I know a lot of the staff there and they were told on Monday night that the licence was being

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rescinded and they chequered history, would no longer be having been burned serving alcohol. These down by the Black and Tans in 1920. The workers have pub was famous families and they for it’s food and are devastated more importantly by this sudden the price, where closure and I just it was particularly hope that they popular with will be looked many of the older after financially. generation over The staff there the years who are brilliant and I Cllr. Lynam enjoyed the appeal to any new owner to consider excellent food. The pub re-employing the had been put up for sale existing experienced in the recent past, but no buyer came forward to staff. The food franchise is a acquire it. different one and food The Taylor and Savage will continue to be families were the domiserved for a further two nant business people in weeks or so before the Swords over more than 100 years and Michael pub is closed entirely. Managing The Star is one of the Savage, of JC’s oldest pubs in Swords Director Supermarket was very and is owned by the Taylor family. It had a sad to hear of the

demise of The Star. He told the County Leader, “This is the end of an era. My father, JC Savage and the Taylors had a very close working relationship. We were on Main Street at the time and they helped each other and even lent staff to each other. People in the 1950s would regularly come to Swords in a horse and cart and place their order with us, while going over to The Star for a few pints. When the order was ready,

Pictured is local senior citizen, Peter Curran who has been a regular customer for food at The Star ever since his wife passed away eight years ago

they’d get a call to say so. JC would have been very sad to see The Star

Pictured at Newbridge House, Donabate prior to the 5km race for Snowflakes on Thursday last are Senator James Reilly, with Robert Brown (Chairperson, Snowflakes) and his son Bobby Brown. See story on page 3

closing. The Taylors were an excellent business family and The Star was a real cornerstone of the community,” he said. The County Leader also spoke to Peter Curran, a local senior citizen who has been a regular customer for food since his wife passed away eight years ago. He said, “They were very good to senior citizens, where we could get a lovely meal for as little as €6. It wasn’t just a place to eat, it was like a social club, where you would meet old friends and have a chat. It got people out of their houses. It’s all very sad,” said Peter. He went on to describe the closure of the Star

good traditional places are disappearing, like Clerys, Boyer s and now The Star,” said a dejected Peter.

as having the same effect on the people of Swords, as the closure of Clerys had on the people of Dublin. All the

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Mulville Welcomes Donabate Road Widening Works The permitted develop- Mental Health Service ment includes provision Hospital, Portrane. The for “new front boundary HSE will make a financial contribuwall and railing tion towards to site set back the cost of from existing these works, as road to allow for ordered by An future road Bord Pleanála, widening along and the council front of site”.” will have the “This will allow works carried the widening of out.” the narrow Cllr. Mulville “The planned dangerous stretch of road from the Donabate distributor hilltop to the railway road, which is due to bridge, and is part of the commence mid-2017, condition 14 road safety will take some traffic off improvement works for the R126/Hearse Road the National Forensic when it is completed. However the existing road will remain the main approach into Donabate and will continue to see busy Suites, Armchairs, Dining Chairs, Loose Cushions etc traffic. In particular, it Loose Covers a Speciality is very difficult for two Repaired and Recovered as new buses and/or trucks to pass each other at this pinch point, and local traffic is highly sensitive Tel: 01 8359950 to any hold ups at this Whitestown, Oldtown, Co. Dublin location.” Email: foxs.furniture@gmail.com

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and pedestrians alike. Back then, it seemed there would be little chance of anything happening. I am glad that following a strong community campaign, good co-operation between council plan-

ners/engineers, the HSE, and the building developer involved, that some good progress has been made towards providing the necessary road widening works at this location.”

Smartphone Worskhops If you are a bit confused by new technology and would like to know more about it why not come along to the Swords Library on Wednesday 6th July at 10am. There will be a smartphone workshops running for anyone who would like to come along. Phone or email to book a place. These classes in how to use the Smartphone will be run by an expert from Vodaphone. Beginners and experienced users are invited to attend, to discover all the various functions and possibilities of the Smartphone.

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County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler is pictured as he prepares to officially start the 5km race at Newbridge House to raise funds for Snowflakes last Thursday

Daniel To Climb Mount Kilimanjaro For Snowflakes The inaugural Snowflakes Summer 5k took place last Thursday the 30th June in the grounds of Newbridge House, Donabate. Organised by local Swords man, Daniel Wilson, over 130 people took part in the fun run/walk raising funds for Snowflakes Autism Support. Snowflakes, which is headed up by Robert Brown, is based in Holywell Community Centre and offers much needed support to families across the county. They hold many activities throughout the week, including sports, creative activities and social clubs. They also hold a number of support meetings for family members throughout the month.

Daniel Wilson is manager of Holywell Community Centre and he has decided to climb Africa’s highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro to raise funds and awareness of autism. Speaking to the North Country Leader, Daniel said “ I’ve seen the work that Snowflakes have done over the past four years and the hard work they do, which is inspirational. When I was speaking to one of the parents, about how everyday things they do with their child is like overcoming a mountain. This resonated with me and I had the inspiration that if they can do this everyday, then I can climb my own mountain for them. It’s all about raising awareness for Snowflakes,” said Danny, who will start his climb on 9th July. Speaking about the 5km run, he said, “I’m delighted with how the event went and am thrilled to see so many families taking part, I am hoping to make it an even better event next year to raise much needed funds for this great charity,” he said.

Swords Firm Completes Football Video Trilogy

Dundalk FC club manager Stephen Kenny is pictured at Oriel Park formally launching the third in a series of YouTube videos produced on the club's behalf by team sponsors Fyffes. With him is Fyffes Ireland managing director Gerry Cunningham.

Swords-based banana-importers Fyffes has produced the third instalment in a series of YouTube videos about Dundalk Football Club, the aim of which is to expand its global appeal. Appropriately entitled ‘the Captain’s Armband’ – the latest production tells the story of Dundalk FC as seen through the eyes of club captains, past and present and follows the success of the first two productions which attracted 70,000 and 180,000 views respectively within weeks of being released. Produced under the guidance of Fyffes sales and marketing manager Emma Hunt-Duffy, the video is expected to break previous viewing figures and can be viewed on YouTube.

New Jobs Boost For Swords There was good news on the employment front for Swords, when it was announced that 60 new jobs will be created by software company, eShopWorld. The company makes software to enable retailers selling in more than one country to tailor their website for consumers in different markets. The new jobs in technology and support services will be based in a new 15,000 square foot offices in Airside Business

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Principal of St Brigid’s National School in Rolestown, Tom Kelleher has decided to retire after 42 years as a teacher, 29 of which were spent as principal of Rolestown school. Well-known Tom, who also served as a county councillor on Fingal County Council for many years, where he also served as Cathaoirleach in the early days of Fingal County Council. He spent his entire teaching career at Rolestown National School and he spoke to the County Leader about the changes in education that he has witnessed over the years. “It was part of my brief to oversee the move to the new school in 2009, which was by far the biggest change in my time here. Many changes have occurred since 1974, in terms of population and growth in the community, where there is a great interest in all sports including GAA and horses,” he said. “The new school was the making of the entire parish here in Rolestown. It was built in 2008 and we moved in, in 2009. The old school, which was located on the Swords to Ashbourne road was located in a particularly dangerous location and was a safety hazard. The main problem we encountered in 1974 when I moved here was cattle and sheep breaking out of fields. This was replaced with great volumes of traffic, as a result of the enormous growth of Ashbourne. Then along came Pat McDonagh, and we found a site with his help and

Tom Kelleher, retiring principal of St Brigid's National School, Rolestown is pictured on his last day at the school

that of the County Council and Pat paid for the building, which is a focal point in the community,” he said. Tom, a native of Cork is interested in all sports and is a keen golfer and gardener, and while he intends to lower his golf handicap at the Island Golf Club, he also sees voluntary work and using his skills in the education field as options for him in the future. “If I got an opportunity to give something back to the community, not just in Ireland, but perhaps in Africa, I would certainly consider it,” he said.

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Chinese Customs Here at the County Leader we like to celebrate inclusivity and diversity. That is why we always have interns on our team that hail from the far corners of the globe. Wong Hiu Ting and Pang Ching are our two interns at the moment and both are from China. They wrote about some parts of Chinese culture that we celebrate in Ireland and the differences between the Irish interpretation of Chinese culture and their own experiences at home.

spice called Chinese prickly ash. Chinese prickly ash is totally different from pepper or black pepper. When you eat it, your tongue may feel like it is losing its feeling for a while, this may be the reason why so many people love it in China. However in Ireland, even when I ordered hot and Pang Ching spicy food, I could not taste this spice. Another difference is that Chinese foods are all very salty here. I do not know whether it is because of people’s habit here, but foods in China are not Chinese New Year usually so salty. The noodles in Chinese Chinese New Year is restaurants in Ireland are regarded as one of the different from noodles in most bustling festivals in China. In China, the Asian regions. Celebrations noodles served in restauinclude lion dances, dragon rants are usually made dances, and fireworks Wong Hiu Ting with flour and eggs and which are held during that they are white in colour. However in period. Other than that, families will Ireland, all noodles are more like gather together and visit friends and pasta and to be honest, they are not relatives. This is known as Bainian. as delicious as noodles in China This is also an activity that children because pasta noodles are very soft are the most excited about. Children while Chinese noodles are chewy and receive red packets from their elders, more delicious. Another difference is in each red packet is a monetary gift that the rice here is very wet while and with that little gift, children can rice in China is not that wet. The rice buy their New Year gifts. is really quite different in restaurants When people go to Bainian, tradiin China. tional food is served, such as niangao All in all, there are really not too many (a kind of rice pudding), melon seed, differences between Chinese food sweets, taro cakes, turnip cakes, and served in China and served in Ireland. so on. Families have the chance to If there is, I think that it is caused by gather together and chat with each the different ingredients that restauother. Although those foods are availrants can get in China and Ireland. able during the whole year, eating them during the Chinese New Year Feng Shui helps you to enjoy the festival atmosphere more and they somehow seems to be tastier. It is hard to say whether “Feng Shui” During the first day of the Chinese is a science or not, but many people New Year, families will probably hang believe in it and think it is reliable. out and go to the Lunar New Year Fair People who are opposed to it think and also go to ‘Yum Cha’ for lunch. In that it is only a part of Chinese tradithe restaurant, the waiter will usually tional culture. However, whether dress up as the God of Wealth and people believe in it or not, they will distribute some red packets which consider it seriously when they are contain chocolates. Receiving a red buying a house and arranging their packet from the God of Wealth is a furniture. symbol for receiving luck and wealth The positioning of the house and the for the following year. furniture may influence people’s life, There will also be a particular animal health and luck. For example, the door that represents the year and the of a house cannot directly face the street will be full of decorations of kitchen and the toilet; otherwise that animal. These are known as people’s health will be affected. In Zodiac Signs, the Zodiac Sign of 2016 rural areas in China, it is said that is the monkey and there are a total 12 hanging a mirror on the door may stop Zodiac Signs. These are similar to bad things from happening in their western astrology, and are repeated family. However, the house opposite in a twelve-year cycle. to it may be affected, as the mirror will The 12 animal Zodiac Signs in reflect the bad luck towards them. order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, These days, most young people do Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, not believe in it and think that it is Dog and Pig. nonsense. They think that there is no scientific evidence for it but they still believe that Feng Shui can affect their Chinese Food romantic life, as they think that it may help them in their relationships. In I like to eat spicy food in China, so all today’s society, more and more the Chinese food I have eaten in foreigners are curious about what Ireland has been spicy. I ate a hot pot Feng Shui is and often believe in it a few days ago and I ordered a spicy more than Chinese people do. They and hot soup as the base soup. To be think it is very mysterious and that it is honest, there is no big difference worth studying. In fact, Feng Shui is between this one and the same one everywhere in Chinese people’s lives, served in China. such as wearing a jade necklace and The biggest difference is that there is choosing a suitor to marry or having a no “hot” in the soup. In China, “hot” funeral. Whether you believe it or not, is actually a very special and delicious it will affect you subconsciously. flavour of food. “Hot” is actually a

Open invitation to a Coffee Morning For Anyone Aged 55+ in Hamlet Ln, Balbriggan. This event is an opportunity to meet other members of the Community of a similar age. If you are dependent on a carer please feel free to bring them with you.

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An Authentic Asian Dining Experience On Your Doorstep Pok Pok, the new Asian eatery in the heart of Swords Village is making waves locally with its authentic menu and competitive prices. Delicious aromas greet you when you walk through the doors and the decor is comfortable and inviting providing the diner with an atmospheric ambience in which to enjoy their food. It combines the convenience of a take away with the comfort of a ‘sit-in’ diner style restaurant. Their service is second to non, with waiting staff being friendly, assertive and efficient and their chefs are clearly on top of their game. According to local diners, the food is delicious, and they use the perfect seasoning and aromatic sauces giving a truly authentic dining experience. One diner said that “The Pad Thai was a cacophony of flavours, with

excellent staff and reasonable prices.” One other diner said; “Their SIngapore Noodles were delicious, the Som Tam salad was to die for. I loved their decor as well, it was very modern and comfortable to sit in.” Both diners said that they would definitely return and would recommend it to their friends. Pok Pok is sure to raise the game in the Asian Food market locally and is set to become a staple in the diets of many local residents.

Scrabble Club In Balbriggan If you are interested in playing scrabble, but have no one to play with, why not go along to the Scrabble Club in Balbriggan library. Scrabble club for adults takes place on Mondays from 11am-1pm. All are welcome and scrabble boards are supplied.

Minecraft Event In Donabate If your children are into the game Minecraft, then bring them along to the Donabate/Portrane Library on Saturday, 23rd July at 11am. There will be a Minecraft event for children aged 7-12 years. This is a 90 minute session and booking is essential.

Crafting Circle In Donabate A Crafting Circle meets every Thursday in Donabate Library at 11am everyone is welcome to join - just bring along whatever craft you are working on and help to develop your skills in a fun way.

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MID-SUMMER CHAMBER BARBECUE & GARDEN PARTY

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Tony Lambert (Chamber CEO), Guy Thompson (Chamber President), Alva Marie (Marqette), County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler and Caroline Geraghty (Marqette)

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Senator James Reilly, Sean Fitzmaurice (North County Leader), County Mayor Cllr Darragh Butler and Darragh O'Brien TD

Suzzanne Bruton (Arena Financial) and Nicola Cox (FCM Travel Solutions)

Ann Byrne (Computer Training Malahide), Bernie Prendergast and Susan Byrne (both AIB)

Robbie Whelan (National Sports Campus), Michael Kennedy (Michael Kennedy Insurance) and Jock Jordan (One4All)

Fingal Dublin Chamber held their annual rooftop Mid-Summer Chamber Barbecue & Garden Party hosted in the rooftop Penthouse at the Wright Venue, Swords on Thursday last, 30th June. This is always one of the most eagerly awaited events in the Chamber calendar and this year was no exception. The event coincided with the Chamber celebrating 22 years of supporting Business in the Fingal Region. Guests were treated to some prosecco and a gourmet barbeque where they enjoyed the stunning panoramic views from the

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Carl Moore and Barry Corcoran (both Arena Financial)

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Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council) and Oisin Geoghegan (Fingal Local Enterprise Office)

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Penthouse. A crowd of about 80 people enjoyed the excellent food and great company. The event was hosted by Chamber President, Guy Thompson and Chamber CEO, Tony Lambert and guests included County Mayor, Cllr Darragh Butler, local TD, Darragh Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien and Senator James Reilly, along with local business people and their guests. Despite the fact that the weather was not particularly conducive to a barbeque, everyone was in agreement that the evening was a great success and was enjoyed by all.

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Donabate And Skerries In Pride of Place Competition The Annual Irish Public Bodies (IPB) Pride of Place Competition is underway and Fingal will be represented this year by the Donabate/Portrane, Skerries, as well as the Motorcross Project in Mulhuddart. Pride of Place is an All-Ireland competition which showcases the best in community achievement on the island. The competition is organised by Co-operation Ireland and is open to every Local Authority north and south to nominate groups to represent their county. In 2015 the community of Ballyboughal won a significant prize for the county in this competition. Skerries will represent Fingal in the ‘Age Friendly Community’ initiative category this year. Skerries is a former winner in the ‘Population’ category of Pride of

Place and this year the innovative ‘Age Friendly’ initiative in the town is the theme of their entry. The peninsula of Donabate/Portrane will represent the county this year in the ‘Population’ category for communities of over 5,000 people. The two communities of Donabate and Portrane have come together to showcase all that is great in both locations and work is well underway to put on a huge welcome for the judges when they arrive. Speaking about this year’s Pride of Place entries, Chief Executive Paul Reid said, “The annual Pride of Place competition is a wonderful way for the local communities to showcase all that is best and most innovative in the county, and is a great advert for communities working hand-in-hand with the local authority. I wish the three 2016 entries all the very best in the competition”. Judging in the competition takes place over two days, July 20th 21st, with the island-wide finals taking place in Belfast on November 26th.

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An appeal has been issued in seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a 39-year-old Portmarnock man who has been missing from his home for more than a week. Patrick Wright was last seen in the Blanchardstown area on 27th June at 10.30am. He failed to return to his home in Portmarnock, and gardai issued an alert in an effort to locate

I.T Opportunity For Swords School Fujitsu Ireland is partnering with CoderDojo and Bank of Ireland to introduce the children of North County Dublin to the world of coding and technology and provide a glimpse of what it is like to work in the digital space. Employees recently worked with 19 children from fourth class Holy Family National School, Swords to develop their understanding of digital

technology and encourage the coders of tomorrow to pursue future opportunities in I.T. Hosted by Bank of Ireland Swords and working with Dojo participants, Fujitsu employees contribute their time and expertise to foster a fun and relaxed environment where children can work together and share ideas. Volunteers give the

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Another great advantage that shopping Drogheda has over places like Dublin city, is that it is more compact and intimate, with more independently owned shops where you are more likely to be served by the owner, rather than shops that belong to a retail chain. In many of these shops, you will be served in a friendly and engaging manner, where the latest news items will be discussed in a friendly atmosphere. However, this does not mean that multinational stores are absent from Drogheda - they are there in abundance, providing Continued on page 10

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Continued from page 9 shoppers with excellent value and choice, such is the diversity that shopping in Drogheda offers. Drogheda has always been noted for its excellent shops, with modern state of the art shopping centres and retail parks located across the town. Combining the new and old, you will be left with a very positive feeling after your visit here. With traditionally shopping taking place in the central business district of the town, the five shopping centres, Scotch Hall, Laurence Town Centre, Drogheda Shopping Centre, Abbey Shopping Centre, and Boyne Shopping Centre are located on the main shopping streets. These are West Street, Shop Street, Peter Street, and Laurence Street. What is more, a number of retail parks have developed around Drogheda in the past 15 years or so, mainly on the southern and western side of the town, which allows you to have the fun of having an adventure of researching the goods you like. These retail parks are conveniently located close to the motorway, with ease of access a

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Continued from page 10 women and fashion shops, with retail products to suit everyone. To round off your shopping experience, enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the town’s excellent restaurants. There are also some friendly coffee shops, to add to your enjoyment. A shopping trip to Drogheda is a must. A great time to visit Drogheda on your shopping spree, would be on 9th and 10th July next where you can enjoy the Maritime Festival, where Drogheda takes advantage of its seaside location. The town is the home of one of the country’s most famous and beautiful Catholic churches, St Peter’s located right in the heart of Drogheda’s main thoroughfare. Dating back to the 18th century, it houses the preserved head of St Oliver Plunkett (1625-1681) in its lavish

interior. Drogheda is also famous as a heritage centre, with a rich history. The notorious Oliver Cromwell is also tragically associated with Drogheda, where he and his army massacred thousands of townsfolk in the late 1640s. In recent years Drogheda’s economy has diversified from its traditional industries, with an increasing number of people employed in the retail, services and technology sectors. The town also has a community of independent artists and musicians who have been looking to the local economy rather than Dublin for employment. Not only does Drogheda tick all the boxes where excellent shopping is concerned, it is also a wonderful destination for the entire family. Continued on page 15

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With summer well and truly in full swing, it’s a high time to start thinking about some new and fresh ways to cheer up your home and your garden, especially as we have been blessed with some lovely weather lately. A neatly kept garden is the first impression a visitor gets of your house. This first impression is lasting and if your garden is not kept up to scratch, it’s unlikely that your home will be any better. Now is the perfect time to start tidying up your garden. If you need a major clean-up, you will need to engage the services of a professional landscaper. Luckily there are many such companies here in the North County, who will provide you with a top class service to make sure your garden, the entrance to your home looks at it’s best. With smaller gardens, you may be in a position to undertake small jobs. Sowing a new lawn can be undertaken now, with local garden centres ready to provide you with all your requirements and to give excellent advice. Larger jobs, like paving and decking will give your house an added dimension and

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Newman Concerned About Irish Water Commitment Local councillor Joe Newman (NP) is concerned that Irish Water is set to renege on its commitment to provide the vital 30 inch water main in Swords in the timeframe agreed. He told the County Leader, “I had a meeting recently with Irish Water regarding a number of issues and one of them was about the 30 inch water main on Forest Road in Swords, which has a history of bursting on a regular basis over the past 30 or so years. “I asked them when they were actually going to do the work, as I had a commitment that they would start in Q4 of 2016 and now it seems they have rowed back on that commitment and we are looking a somewhere in 2017, finishing in 2018. “What concerns me about this is that if this is put on the long finger, nothing will be done about it. We’ve just had a burst at Ballintrane Wood estate and one towards the Retail Park not so long ago. We need to have this water main replaced as soon as possible, as it will save money in the long term and I have concerns about their initial commitment. It seems ridiculous and hugely expensive to have to constantly repair this main, which is happening on a regular basis since I’ve been living in Swords,” said Newman. “Replacing this water main is of the utmost urgency, particularly with what’s happened recently with water charges and that they may renege on their commitment,” he said. The water main is proposed to start beside Forrest Little and go down Forest Road past the Garda station and terminate at Balheary, with part of it already completed on Swords Main Street.

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There is a star in heaven That shines so very bright It’s our mother Laurie Sending down her guiding light. We had a mother in a million That we never would deny It broke our hearts the day she left We did not want to say goodbye. We are so proud to call you mother We know we have been blessed To have a mam like you were To us you’ll always be the “best”. So Father up in heaven above Hold this wonderful mam we love Enfold her in your loving care Until we can all be with her there. Happy Birthday Mam Love & miss you always Until we meet again Your sons & daughters, grand-children Great-grand-children & all who love you. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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Recent published deaths from the North County MC CANN, Richard (Dick), (Carrickmacross, Monaghan / Rush, Dublin) - 30th June 2016, (peacefully) at Castleross Nursing Home. Sadly missed by his loving daughter Joanna Nolan, son Gerard Mc Cann, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandchildren Jodi and Holly, relatives and friends.Rest in peace. CREGAN, Brian, (Skerries, Dublin), (past President and Captain of Skerries Golf Club, and Captain of Palmerston Rugby Club) - 28th June 2016, (peacefully) at the Beacon Hospital surrounded by his loving family, Brian, husband of the late Margaret (nee McDonough); sadly missed by his loving children Maurice and Maeve, grandchildren Aoife and Andriú, brother Barry, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, brothers-in-law, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest In Peace FOLEY, Kieran, (Malahide, Dublin / Killorglin, Kerry) - 28th June 2016 (peacefully) in the wonderful care of the staff at the Bon Secours Hospital. Predeceased by his sister Jane. Loving husband of Lilian and father of Niall, Deirdre and Maeve. He will be very sadly missed by his devoted family, daughter-in-law Bllu, sons-in-law Max and Paul, granddaughter Mairéad, brothers Michael, John and Anthony (Jacko), sister Mary, sisters-in-law Sheila, Bridget and Catherine, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Rest In Peace WALSH, Michael, (late of Portmarnock and formerly of Galway and Aer Lingus) - 28th June 2016, (peacefully) at St. Francis Hospice, Raheny. Beloved husband of Joan and much loved father of Louise, Sean and Siobhán. Sadly missed by his loving family, daughter-in-law Maire, grandchildren Jamie, Marissa, Archie and Aoibheann, sisters Mary, Margaret, Bridget, Winnie and Sr. Therese Margaret, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews and his large circle of friends and neighbours. Rest In Peace CARPENTER, Kieran, (Rush, Co. Dublin and formerly of Drumcondra) - 24th June 2016, Fr. Kieran; sadly missed by his loving sister Marie, Peggy, his many cousins, extended family and friends. Rest In Peace KAVANAGH (née Clarke), Mary, (Swords, Dublin) 26th June 2016, (suddenly) sadly missed by her loving husband Jimmy, daughter Stephanie, sons Alan and James, grandchildren, sisters, relatives and friends. Rest In Peace CAMPBELL , John Peter , (late of Belfast, Skerries, Dublin / Belfast, Antrim) - 30th June 2016 (suddenly) at home, John Peter, husband of the late Dorothy (Shiel) sadly missed by his loving family, sons Colin and Michael, stepsons Colin and Simon, mother Katherine, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, relatives and a large circle of friends. Rest In Peace KEENAN (née Hanlon) , Philomena (Phil) , (Coolock, Dublin / Rush, Dublin) - 30th June 2016, late of Coolock and Rush, peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the loving care of the staff of Bebhinn Ward, St. Mary’s Hospital, Phoenix Park; beloved mother of Teresa, Christine, Marian, Trisha, Claire and the late Angie. Sadly missed by her heartbroken daughters, grandchildren, sons-in-law, sister, brother, extended family and friends. Rest In Peace COLLINS, Michael, (Donabate and formerly of Poppintree, Ballymun) - 28th June 2016 (suddenly) at Beaumont Hospital. Beloved husband of the late Bernadette; sadly missed by his loving sons Michael and Gary, daughter Janet, mother Kitty, son-in-law Tony, daughters-in-law Jennifer and Marie, grandchildren Shauna, Lauren, Grace, Laura, Matthew, Kelly and Abbey, brothers, sisters, relatives and friends.Rest in peace.

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www.facebook.com/jamesfreshcut gardens Fingal County Council I, John Stone, Intend to apply for planning permission for a. Two storey detached dwelling b. Waste Water Treatment System c. All associated site works on site to side of Maria Villa, Corballis, Donabate, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority ,during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council I, John Wright, Intend to apply for planning permission for a. Attic conversion incorporating change of roof profile from hip end profile to full gable end profile, b. All associated site works to No 48 Brookdale Way, Swords , Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority , during it's public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for detached bungalow, associated car parking & siteworks on site to rear of 9 Rush Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin for Seamus Russell. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of the prescribed fee (20 euros), within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application. Fingal County Council Permission for to hang a neon ‘Take Away Open’ Sign over the front of the take away restaurant window, to allow potential customers know the Beachcomber Food Bar T/A Hoxha Foods Ltd, is open. The Beachcomber Food Bar 6A Main Street, Malahide, Co. Dublin. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin. Mon.-Fri. between 9.30-15.30 (Through Lunch) and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Application for Full Planning Permission for conversion of attic to non-habitable storage space with consequential alterations to existing hip roof, to accommodate attic stairs and two roof windows to front at 37, Seapark, Malahide, Co. Dublin Signed Maurice & Mary Boyle This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am-3.30pm, Monday-Friday, at the offices of Fingal Co. Co., County Hall, Main St., Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal Co.Co. of the application. Fingal County Council Permission sought for attic Conversion to bedroom together with new Dormer over stairs at gable end and 2 No. Velux roof windows to rear, at 54 Brides Glen Park, Swords, Co. Dublin. For Ms Deirdre Breen. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a

copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its opening hours of 9.30 - 16.30 Monday -Friday A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Elaine McLoughlin on lands at Balheary Avenue, Swords, Co. Dublin. The proposed development consists of a part single part two storey, 4 bed, detached dwelling with garage, utilisation and upgrades to existing vehicular access onto Balheary Avenue, wastewater treatment system, landscaping, boundary treatments and all associated site works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council I, Jane Morrin of Nevitt, Lusk, Co Dublin am applying for retention of a new 2000mm x 600mm window in the east gable of a new storey and a half dwelling at the aforementioned address. Retention for change in window size from 1250mm x 1000mm to 1700mm x 800mm in the west wall of the kitchen to the rear of the dwelling. The application may be inspected or purchased, at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. Submissions may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment only prescribed fee within a period of 5 weeks from the date of receipt by the Planning Authority. Fingal County Council I Ross and Muireann O’Callaghan Are apply for Permission At Rose Cottage Swords Road Malahide Co Dublin The Proposed works are the part demolition of existing rear extension removal on existing chimney stack. Porch area to the front of building and the removal of existing front windows alterations to the roof structure, the construction of a 1 story extension to rear and side of existing building .Relocation of existing drive way entrance to the South West of the existing House Together new 2 m high boundary fence /wall to garden area. Alterations to existing windows openings and facades together with associated works in front and rear garden The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the Planning Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application Fingal County Council I Mr. Martin Tully intend to apply for Outline Planning Permission at Richardstown, Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin. For two storey detached dwelling house and waste water treatment system with existing vehicular entrance and associated site works, on a site with the benefit of a Special Objective 214 in the Fingal Development Plan 2011 to 2017.This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main St. Swords Co. Dublin during the public opening hours 9-30am 15-30pm Monday to Friday and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the planning authority in writing on payment of a fee of €20.00 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application.

cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Gerard Connon seeks planning permission for the demolition of the existing single storey extension to the side of the existing detached dwelling and construction of a new 2 storey dwelling with new vehicular entrance all to the side of the existing dwelling at 50 Carrickhill Heights, Portmarnock, Co. Dublin. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We, Jason and Maria O’Toole intend to apply for PERMISSION to vary Condition 3 of the Grant of Planning, REF: F16B/0021, relating to 16 Streamstown Wood, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The permission seeks to amend the condition, Condition 3, relating to the sill height of 4 windows at second floor level to allow the use of 3 these windows as a “means of escape” from their respective rooms in compliance with Part B of the current Building Regulations. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Fingal County Council during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing, on payment of the prescribed fee within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

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