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Pictured is Donabate Portrane Community College student, Siofra Murphy who achieved 625 points in her Leaving Cert

Local Festivals Boost Tourism Despite some poor weather conditions, this summer is proving to be one of the most memorable on record for residents and tourists alike all across the North County. Highly acclaimed festivals were a major feature and they proved to be a real attraction for both locals and visitors alike. Stakeholders including the County Council, local Chambers of Commerce, Fingal Tourism and representatives of the local hospitality sector, all deserve great credit for their vision and foresight in attracting more tourists than ever to the region.

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Louise Ryan from Malahide Community School achieved 615 points in her Leaving Cert

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Pictured is Ellen Tuck from Skerries Community College who scored 615 points.

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Practically every town and village in the North County has made great strides to ensure that visitors and residents have reaped the benefits of the area. Excellent festivals like Flavours of Fingal, which took place in July last have played a major role in attracting visitors to the area. Indeed it was heartening to discover the amount of families from outside the county who see this as a must visit event. The new Swords festival was an outstanding success in ensuring that the town is now becoming a tourist destination in its own right. The opening of Swords castle to the public has been instrumental in this. A further indication of this welcome trend is evidenced by the amount of top quality restaurants that are springing up in the town, offering tourists and locals a wide choice of affordable international cuisine. The fact that Swords is in pole position to receive a Purple Flag, which is granted to towns with exceptional night-time entertainment and hospitality facilities is a great boost. The hope is that the Purple Flag will be a common sight in all of North County towns soon. It is clear that, with imaginative direction and determination by many of the stakeholders, particularly the County Council, there is no reason that the North County cannot emulate the likes of Galway and have festivals all summer long, the length and breadth of the county, from Balbriggan to Howth. Earlier in the year, the Balbriggan Summerfest once again was a resounding success and is instrumental in showcasing the many fine attractions that the town has to offer. Colourful parades were a great crowd pleaser and this festival continue to grow year on year. Skerries held its Soundwaves festival, as well as hosting the final stage of the An Post Ras for the tenth time in succession. The riders regard the atmosphere in the town as quite unique, and it is seen by them as one of the highlights of the event. Rush Harbour festival is proving to be one of the most eagerly awaited events on the festival calendar in the North County, and is attracting a record amount of visitors to the town for the past few years. Angela Byrne of the organising committee said, “This year Rush Harbour Festival was an amazing success for both us as organisers and for the town of Rush. Visitors came from far and wide to enjoy the festival, families returned from abroad and celebrated with their families

the wonderful amenities that Rush has to offer, they all. The hard working committee deserve great praise danced, sang built sandcastles and participated in all for their efforts here. the events at the Festival.” The County Council are delighted with the increase in “People remarked on the amazing atmosphere in the visitor footfall all over the county. Ethna Felten, town, the Heritage Train brought visitors on a tour of Director of Operations in Fingal County Council said, Rush and gave them a brief insight into our heritage “We are delighted with the surge in tourist numbers. and history. The Art Exhibition displayed the amazing The outlook for the tourism sector is buoyant and overtalent of our local artists, the craft fair showed our seas demand is forecast to grow by 5 per cent per wonder craft talent. Rush has now become the ‘go to annum. The development of the Fingal Tourism place’ over the August bank holiday weekend. Plans Strategy this year covering the period 2015 - 2018 are well ahead already for outlines the definitive 2016 and we look forward pathway to tourism develto welcoming a large opment in the North influx of visitors to our County, with the support town again,” she said. and buy-in of relevant Donabate/Portrane also public, private and held a successful festival community tourism stakeand one of the organisers, holders.” Adrian Henchy said, “The “In addition, the North turnout for this event was County is well positioned incredible with over five to capitalise on the hundred attending this Swords Main Street during the recent Swords Summer Festival Grow Dublin Tourism event which far exceeded Alliance that has been the Committee’s expectations. It was really wonderful established to drive a new collaborative strategy to see so many families from the Donabate Portrane to market the Dublin region in the international Community availing of the fabulous facilities at marketplace,” she said. Newbridge House and farm. The committee are now “Events was one of the reasons to visit the area identilooking forward to a well earned rest, but are equally fied in the Fingal Tourism Strategy. Fingal County excited at the preparations for the 2016 Festival.” Council manages and supports a large number of Similarly a great atmosphere was created by the events in the local area each year. We are committed ‘Malahide Has It’ festival recently, which attracted visito continuing this support and grow the number of visitors from far and wide. This year’s event was particutors to Fingal to generate revenue and employment for larly successful, and showcased this beautiful town to the local economy,” she concluded.

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Dublin Airport has been shortlisted for the World Routes Marketing Award 2015 in the category for airports that handle 20-50 million passengers per year. The awards, which are for excellence in marketing by airports, are voted exclusively by airlines worldwide and are divided into four categories based on airport size. The other nominees in this category are Copenhagen, Munich, Brussels and Vienna. Dublin Airport won the award in this category last year, while Copenhagen, Dusseldorf, Munich and Seattle Tacoma airports were shortlisted. “We are delighted to have been shortlisted for this award two years in a row,” said Dublin Airport

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Nell Garvey from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan achieved 610 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes.

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Pictured is Walid Mustafa from St Finian's Community College, Swords who achieved 605 points in his Leaving Certificate exam. He is pictured here with school principal, Patricia Knightly

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Darren Corr (right) of Colaiste Choilm, Swords who achieved 605 points in his Leaving Cert is pictured here with principal David Neville

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Lucia Hughes from Malahide Community School achieved 605 points in her Leaving Cert

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Swords Gears Up For Purple Flag Assessment

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Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan student, Roisin Lacey is pictured with school principal, Eddie Fynes after achieving 600 points in her Leaving Cert

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Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan student, Juliette Bosschaert is pictured with school principal, Eddie Fynes after achieving 600 points in her Leaving Cert

The Swords Purple Flag Working Group is getting ready for an assessment of the Swords town centre (including Main Street, North Street, the Pavilions Shopping Centre and Airside Retail and Business Park), so Swords can receive the much coveted Purple Flag. Purple Flag is the “gold standard” for town centres at night and is the highest internationally recognised award for the evening and night-time economy in Europe. It brings increased footfall and strong recognition to the town centre as a dynamic, safe, clean and fun place to be at night and is a fantastic tool for promoting a quality evening and night-time economy offering to local, regional, national and international visitors. A detailed itinerary has been prepared for the judging team and the assessment will take place from 5.00pm on Friday, 21st August until 3.00am on Saturday, 22nd August. All businesses are asked to take particular care of the area outside their premises and to interact with the assessors if they call into their premises. While an itinerary for visits has been agreed, the assessors will have a number of periods of free time and will call into any business that’s open during the hours of 5.00 p.m. – 3.00 am next Friday night. “It has been really good working with the businesses in Swords, An Garda Síochána, Fingal Tourism, Fingal County Council, the Pavilions Shopping Centre and the North County Leader on the Working Group for the Purple Flag for Swords. I know the business community and other stakeholders will pull out all the stops to make sure that the assessors are impressed with Swords. Let’s show just how great Swords is as an evening location for people to eat, drink and shop”, said Tony Lambert, CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber. “Fingal County Council is delighted to support this initiative which will hopefully increase footfall, reduce crime and increase activity in the town in the future”, said Toni Hogan, Purple Flag co-ordinator with Fingal County Council’s Economic Development Services Department.

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Local Teenager Selected For Baseball Camp In New York

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Pictured is Emma Currivan from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan, who achieved 600 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes

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Cliona Farrell from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan achieved 600 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes.

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Conor Gill from Malahide Community School achieved 590 points in his Leaving Cert

A local teenager has been selected to play at the prestigious Nike baseball development camp in the United States organised by scouts from the top professional league in the world. Seventeen-year old Paul Carey from Garristown competed and learned from some of the best coaches in Major League Baseball at Mercy College in New York from 9th to 13th of August last. Paul Carey Carey’s selection for the Baseball United Foundation’s Baseball Exchange Programme came through the high standards he has reached in his career thus far. The programme brings talented international youth baseball players to America, to help them learn the game through advanced coaching techniques from some of the most respected professionals in the US. Paul is a member of the Irish baseball squad and was selected to attend the training camp on merit due to his excellent leadership and impressive skills with the bat, according to scouts. He was originally noticed by MLB scout, John Tumminia during a charity youth baseball clinic in Ireland. Tumminia said his batting skills really stood out. “I met Paul when he was 15 years old,” said Tumminia. “At that time, I was impressed with his setup and lateral agility. He gave the pitcher a firm target and he displayed an overall level of raw talent that made him a prospect.” The aim from players like Carey is to be selected to play at college level baseball in the US, as this gives the greatest opportunity to establish a career in the Major League Baseball. Baseball United Foundation founder, John Fitzgerald said the breakthrough of Carey has set a precedent for other young Irish players to progress to a higher level in the US. “We think Paul will learn a lot while he’s here and the experience will be a benefit to his development as a baseball player. “We hope he will share what he learns at the Nike Baseball Camp to teach his teammates back home in Ireland and also serve as an example to Irish Little Leaguers who hope to play baseball at a high level.”

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Pictured is Donabate Portrane Community College student, Alexandra Philbin, who achieved 590 points in her Leaving Cert.

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Martin Gardner from Skerries Community College scored 580 points in his Leaving Certificate.

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The newly refurbished Indie Spice Grill on Forster Way in Swords gives a glimpse of modern India and is set to provide lovers of Indian cuisine with a new dining experience like nothing before. Arif Ahmed, Director of Indie Spice Grill explained the difference that the newly refurbished restaurant will bring to diners. He said, “We felt that the old Indie Spice had 11 years of providing a wonderful service to our customers, but India 11 years ago is different to India today. Also the new generation here in Swords is also different and they are looking for places in Swords that we felt

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Pictured is Ardgillan Community College student, John Reynolds, who achieved 580 points in his Leaving Cert. He is pictured here with school principal, Michael O'Leary

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Rachel Drysdale from Donabate Portrane Community College achieved 570 points in her Leaving Cert.

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Ciaran Furlong from Skerries Community College scored 570 points in his Leaving Certificate. He is pictured here with school principal, Caroline Clarke

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were not there to provide a choice of ethnic cuisine. So we decided that Swords needs this revamped restaurant to take this into consideration,” he said. “Swords means a great deal to us as a business. We cannot forget the wonderful support we have received from the greater Swords community. We grew as Swords grew and we feel that the town is a great place to do business,” he said. “Anybody who visits the new Indie Spice Grill will notice a great change. A lady who came to the restaurant who travels to Canada on a regular basis, said she feels she is sitting in a restaurant in Toronto. That goes to show that we have done something right. We are always open to constructive criticism in an effort to improve our service,” he said. Some of the main changes at Indie Spice Grill include a more open plan seating arrangement and newly designed tandoori ovens. Arif Ahmed explained, “This is because we are contin-

uously thinking of a healthy approach to eating. We have introduced a lot of street food that is common in India and a lot of grilled fish and venison. We are also sourcing everything locally and our tag line is: Totally India Locally. The idea behind this is that we are presenting total India, but we are sourcing all our products locally.” CEO of Fingal Dublin Chamber, TonyLambert said, “The all new look Indie Spice Grill feels so different and creates an entirely amazing and wonderful venue for dining in Swords. The new menu also reflects this with excellent new dishes that are simply too tempting. I know it is already receiving great plaudits from its many customers, but it will be a major attraction to draw new customers as a destination restaurant for lovers of good food. This refurbishment of this great award winning restaurant adds greatly to Swords as a town of great places to eat, drink and enjoy yourself.”

Summer Fun Is Winding Down In Swords Pavilions Summertime is winding down and the Swords Pavilions Free Summer Fun Wednesdays are coming to an end for 2015. “We have so enjoyed each and every one of these events and none of these would have been possible without you all. Thank you,” said the team at Swords Pavilions. Join the organisers for an afternoon of character meet and greets with Angelina Ballerina (your favourite mooseling), Bob the Builder (Can we fix it!), Barney (your favourite purple dinosaur) and Fireman Sam (Pontypandy’s hero). Meet and greet all your favourite characters, and don’t forget to bring your camera.

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This summer has seen a host of events from, Bob the Builder, Princess and Pirates, Angelina Ballerina, Teddy Bears Picnic, Fireman Sam, Superhero Event and everyone’s favourite Barney. “Our Summer Fun Wednesdays have proven to be a great social engagement providing parents and their children opportunities to meet other local families and build friendships.”

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The 8th Annual Hollywood Lakes Golf Day for St Francis Hospice took place on 7th August last at Hollywood Lakes Golf Club. The event, which was held in excellent weather conditions was a resounding success, with 50 teams of four taking part. So successful was the event that a two shotgun start will be be used next year to accommodate the numbers looking to play. After the event, the golfers enjoyed a BBQ and entertainment which was provided free of charge by ‘Nostalgia’, which was enjoyed by all. A special word of thanks goes to club professional, Krishnan, who partook in a ‘Beat the Pro’ contest, where he raised almost €1,000. This involved him waiting at the 4th tee box and challenging all-comers to get nearer the pin than him on the par 3 hole. It is reported that a small handful of golfers may have gotten the better of him, but not many. In the preceding seven years, an impressive total of €140,600 has been raised for the St Francis Hospice, with the event getting bigger and better with each passing year.

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Pictured is Aaron Brogan from Skerries Community College who scored 570 points in his Leaving Certificate Keith McConnell, John Hassett, Declan O Hare and Ben Monaghan

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Lara Mulvanny from Loreto College Swords scored 565 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with principal, Peter McNamara

Dee O Sullivan, Peter Carey (main sponsor) Val O’Rurod, Gertrude Kelly and Event orgainser Des Connolly with David and Emmett McKenna, Peter Carey (main sponsor) and Margaret Killane Oliver and Peter McKenna

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Peter Carey (main sponsor) Frank Lee, Bobby Doyle, Alan Larkin and Anton O Toole Mark Cummins, Eamon Fee, John Rumane and Thomas Oates

Brian Shorthall (right) of Colaiste Choilm, Swords who achieved 565 points in his Leaving Cert is pictured here with principal David Neville

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Swords Basketball Players Grab Gold

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Pictured is Donabate Portrane Community College student, Jennifer O'Donoghue, who achieved 560 points in her Leaving Cert.

Swords Basketball pair, Amy Duffy and Laura Mangan just about got away with their excess baggage as they brought home Gold medals from the 2015 Special Olympics Summer Games in Los Angeles. In a thrilling game in USC Galen, the Irish Ladies Team came from behind against Mexico to secure their medals. Both Amy and Laura are no strangers to international competition, having competed four years ago in Athens. They joined Swords Basketball when the Prosper Fingal teams merged into the club. Coach Donnla O’Hagan said: “The girls

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James Sherlock (right) of Colaiste Choilm, Swords who achieved 560 points in his Leaving Cert is pictured here with principal David Neville

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Pictured is Dipo Adebisi from Skerries Community College who scored 560 points in his Leaving Certificate

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Pictured is Tom Mulvany from Skerries Community College who scored 550 points in his Leaving Certificate

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David O'Rourke from St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush achieved 550 points in his Leaving Cert. He is pictured here with school principal, Patricia Hayden

The man who tragically died after a fall in Tanzania has been named as 20 year-old Govan Jolliffe Byrne from Portmarnock, who was backpacking with friends in East Africa since June. His death is being described as a tragic accident. It is believed that he fell from a balcony in a night club in Zanzibar, Tanzania in the early hours of Sunday last. He was a student in NUI Maynooth and played GAA with local Portmarnock team, Naomh Mearnóg. The club paid tribute to the young man as a “true legend” who was always the soul of the party and everyone’s friend. He will never be forgotten. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Govan Byrne. A tragic and extremely sad loss to our senior footballers.” Club chairman, Michael Hannon said, Govan was “a very well liked young man” who was very well respected in the area and said there was a sense of shock locally following the news of his death. Nobody ever had a bad word to say about him. He was a lovely young fellow. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family,” he added. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Death Of Former Parish Priest Of Malahide The recent death of former parish priest of Malahide, Archdeacon Macarten Brady, was greeted with sadness in the local community. He passed away peacefully last week in a nursing home in Killester. The late Archdeacon Archdeacon Brady was Macarten Brady 98 years of age, and according to a close friend of his, Bishop Jim Moriarty, he was a man of great personal integrity. Speaking to the County Leader, Bishop Moriarty said, “He was in Rome when the Second World War broke out and had great difficulty returning to ireland. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1941 and has always been devoted to parish work. His early days of priesthood were spent in Castledermot, Co. Kildare, and he eventually became parish priest of Malahide.” Bishop Moriarty continued, “Archdeacon Brady was a very good golfer and was a member of Portmarnock Golf Club. Indeed he was a good athlete who was also interested in football and keeping fit,” he said. Archbishop Diarmuid Martin said: “When I was installed as Archbishop in the Pro-Cathedral in 2004, Archdeacon Macarten Brady attended as the oldest priest in the diocese. I deeply regret being away for his funeral. He was an extraordinary, good and kind man, blessed with a long life. Anywhere he worked, he did so with great generosity and is remembered with affection. He was particularly kind to many candidates for the priesthood.” said the Archbishop.

worked really hard for the last three years as they successfully competed in the Regional and National games, where we had twelve players competing, to seize their places in the Ireland team. As a club we want to build on this and bring home even more medals next time around, so we are looking to recruit more players for the coming season.” Amy said: “We’re really proud to represent our country and we got great support in LA from Irish people.” Laura added, “We’ve a great bunch of lads and girls in the teams and we have lots of fun.” Swords Basketball Special Olympics Club train in ALSAA on Tuesday evenings. The main club will be signing up underage players on Saturday the 15th in ALSAA.

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Callout For Skerries RNLI Skerries RNLI towed a yacht with two men on board to safety last weekend after the vessel suffered engine failure. Skerries RNLI were tasked by Dublin Coast Guard to assist a small yacht that had suffered engine failure near Shenick Island off the coast of Skerries. The alert had been raised by a fishing vessel in the area. The lifeboat, with volunteer Philip Ferguson at the helm and volunteers Joe May, A.J Hughes and Peter Kennedy on board, launched and proceeded to the coordinates given by the fishing vessel. Conditions at the time were very favourable, with calm seas and force one to two south easterly winds. The vessel was quickly located and after checking that all on board were well and not in need of first aid, the lifeboat towed the casualty to the safety of Skerries harbour. Speaking after the call out, Gerry Canning, Lifeboat Press Officer for Skerries RNLI said: ’Thankfully the crew of the fishing vessel took the time to see if everything was ok. We would urge anyone going to sea to check all their equipment and carry a working VHF radio, as mobile phone signals are very unreliable once you are away from the shore.”

Gertie Shields RIP The recent death of one of Balbriggan’s most influential residents, Gertie Shields has been greeted with great sadness in the town. Gertie was the founder of Mothers Against Drink Driving (MADD), which she set up after her daughter was killed by a drunk driver in 1983. The Board, CEO and staff of the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have offered its deepest sympathies to the family of Gertie who campaigned relentlessly to change attitudes to drink driving in Ireland. Through her sustained lobbying of Government, she managed to achieve extraordinary strides in road safety legislative and social change. In 2013, the RSA was honoured to present Gertie with the Supreme Award at the 2013 Leading Lights in Road Safety Awards in recognition of her enormous contribution to road safety in Ireland. Liz O’Donnell, Chairperson of the Road Safety Authority said: “It is with great sadness that we learned of the passing of Gertie Shields, Founder of Mothers Against Drink Driving (MADD). Gertie was one of those most ardent and tenacious campaigners for road safety since the 1980s when she lost her 19 year old daughter Paula in a road traffic

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April D'Arcy from Skerries Community College scored 550 points in her Leaving Certificate

collision caused by a drink driver.” “Gertie spoke out about drink-driving when it wasn’t popular to do so. Much of the legislation in place today to prevent drink driving, and the sea change in public attitudes to this abhorrent behaviour, was made possible in part due to Gertie’s tireless work to ensure no other families endured the devastation caused by the loss of her daughter Paula,” she said. “When I spoke to my colleagues about Gertie, many words and phrases were used – compassionate, tenacious, ambassador for road safety, forgiving, dedicated. But one stands out from the rest and that is strength. To suffer such a tragedy as Gertie did, and to be able to harness that grief so that others wouldn’t suffer the same tragedy, requires a strength of character beyond measure. She was a true champion of road safety and for that we will be forever grateful.” Ar Dheis Dé Go Raibh A Anam

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Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan student, Victoria Fitzsimons is pictured with school principal, Eddie Fynes after achieving 545 points in her Leaving Cert

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Pictured is Sinead McCutcheon from Loreto College Swords who scored 545 points in her Leaving Certificate

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Pictured is Simon Jones from Skerries Community College who scored 545 points in his Leaving Certificate

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Loreto School Balbriggan student, Eilíse Everard is picture with school principal, Eddie Fynes after achieving 545 points in her Leaving Cert

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Alexander Haidurov from Fingal Community College, Swords achieved 545 points in the Leaving Cert. He is pictured here with school principal, Sharon McGrath

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Pictured is Séamus Mills from Skerries Community College who scored 540 points in his Leaving Certificate

Skerries Man Wins At Transplant Games

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Transplant Team Ireland’s impressive final medal tally from the British Transplant Games in Newcastle was an amazing 14 medals. The team won six Gold, five Silver and three Bronze. Nine Irish athletes represented Ireland, including one local man, at the event which included over 900 athletes. Among the winners was athlete and kidney transplant, recipient Peter Heffernan from Skerries who won a Bronze medal in the 50m backstroke swimming event. Eight members of the Irish team attended the Peter Heffernan British Games along with Transplant Games Team Manager, Colin White from Balbriggan. “We were delighted to have been invited to take part in this large scale event, which involved almost 900 competitors. One of our team members, Galway woman Sinead McGowan has travelled from Australia where she now resides to be part of this Games experience which celebrates the gift of life through sport. The youngest member of the team was 12 year old Jack O’Brien and we were delighted that Tony Byrne, a newcomer to our team, secured a bronze medal at his first Transplant Games. Well done to all the other members,” Colin White said.

Congratulations to Michelle O’Shea ‘Shelly’ with her first singles recently. Tough conditions with high winds and showers didn’t faze this winning round from a rising star. Sunday Game winner Shelly O’Shea net 48, runner up, Steven Rowe Net 48. The 2015 Walker Cup Golf Challenge three ball winners with a three over par round at the Balheary par three course were Gerry Shanahan, Barry O’Shea and Trish Cox beating nearest rivals on the min of one stroke on G58 Ronnie Delaney, Irene Kavanagh, Ann McDonnell and Bridget Murray. Well done to Jimmy Browne scooping the nearest the pin prize on the 10th.

Art Exhibition For Swords Heritage Week There will be a pop up art exhibition and children’s art competition in aid of St Columba’s Church Repair Fund during Heritage Week in the main hall of the Old Borough National School in Swords, on Wednesday, 26th August at 7.30pm. The exhibition viewings will be on Thursday, 27th August and Friday, 28th August from 11am - 7pm and on Saturday, August 29th from 9am - 5pm. The theme for Heritage Week 2015 is “ Ireland’s Industrial and Design Heritage.” “This Heritage Week we want to celebrate, share and enjoy aspects of this story,” the organisers said. There will also be free tours of Saint Columba’s church on Saturday, 29th August at 2pm and 3pm, a Georgian building and the focus of a site occupied for more than fifteen centuries. The complex includes a Medieval bell tower and a round tower that dates back more than a thousand years to the monastery that Saint Columba founded circa 550 AD.

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Conor Hanlon (right) of Colaiste Choilm, Swords who achieved 540 points in his Leaving Cert is pictured here with principal David Neville

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Robbie O'Connor from Skerries Community College achieved 535 points in his Leaving Certificate

Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr James Reilly TD, has announced that almost €7 million in capital funding has been allocated to 2,415 grantees, with 60 childcare centres receiving funding in the North County. A total of €5 million of the Dr. Reilly TD grant funding was made available specifically for community/not for profit childcare services, while the other €2 million was made available to both private and community/not for profit childcare facilities to access grants for quality improvement measures, specifically in the area of upgrading IT facilities. Balbriggan Community Childcare and Ros-Eo Community Childcare Centre in Rush both received funding for quality improvement measures coupled with 58 other childcare centres across the North County, receiving an upgrade to their current ICT equipment. Minister Reilly stated, “I am delighted that the €7 million I secured in funding as part of Budget 2015 is now in the process of being distributed to childcare services, in support of this vital sector. This capital programme represents my commitment, and that of the Government, to the ongoing development of the childcare sector.” he said.

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Pictured after collecting their results from Ardgillan Community College in Balbriggan were Christopher Teodorescu and Junior Browne

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Pictured after collecting their Leaving Cert results from Balbriggan Community College were William Ellson and Jason Madden, they were accompanied by their friend Lauren Wogan

Ciara O'Toole was delighted after collecting her results from Loreto College Balbriggan, she is pictured here with her mother Antoinette and sister Áine

Pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at St Finian's Community College, Swords are Kerri-Ann Cudden and Claire Brennan

Ian Maher celebrating his Leaving Certificate results with a very proud mum in Donabate Community College.

Pictured are Fingal Community College, Swords students, Piotr Kimmel and Kardis Butkus after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Garrth Craven, Sean Kennedy and Dylan Kilbride from Portmarnock Community School are pictured here receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Pictured here are Lisa Brennan and Hindrigy Rodrigues from St. Mary’s Secondary School Baldoyle receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Seán Sludds and Caoimhe Treacy collected their results from Ardgillan Community College in Balbriggan

Louise Smyth was delighted and relieved to receive her Leaving Certificate results in Donabate Community College with a very proud mum.

Kellie-Marie Barry and Niamh Crampton from Fingal Community College, received their Leaving Cert results.

Keith Burke, Simon McDonnell and Kevan McRory are pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Coláiste Choilm, Swords

Pictured are Loreto College, Swords students. Rachel Stanley, Aine Beirne and Eve Nolan after receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Robert Vaughan and Martin O’Neil Pictured collecting there results at Skerries Community College

Shane Walzer and James Sherlock are pictured after receiving their Leaving Cert results at Coláiste Choilm, Swords

Sally Bentley was pictured with her proud mother Miriam after collecting her Leaving Cert results from Loreto College, Balbriggan

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Jordan Fynes, Alexandra Gropa and David O’Riordan pictured collecting there results at St. Joseph’s Secondary School in Rush

Pictured here are Micheal O'Mahony, Cathherine Breene, Rachel King and Conor Bradly from Malahide Community College receiving their Leaving Cert results.

Toby Eze, Majeeb Shittu and Kevin Tyta collected their Leaving Cert results from Balbriggan Community College

Pictured collecting there results are Ciara Moorehead, Kelly Hamilton and Michelle Deegan at Skerries Community College

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For peace of mind (and piece of sanity) on your big day, send any directions or info needed to all guests with their invitations. Knowing that you’ve done all you can to get people to the wedding, means that yourself and your husband-to-be can turn your phones off without so much as a wince.

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Pictured is Emmanuel Okoye from St Finian's Community College, Swords who achieved 530 points in his Leaving Certificate exam. He is pictured here with school principal, Patricia Knightly

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Pictured is Duncan Mullaney from Skerries Community College who scored 530 points in his Leaving Certificate

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Celebrating 20 Richie’s Bike Store, which is ideally situated in Town Centre Mall, off Main Street in Swords, has developed into one of Dublin’s premier cycle stores specialising in quality bicycles and accessories.

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Eimear Fitzpatrick from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan achieved 525 points in her Leaving Certificate. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes

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Pictured is Dara Lowndes from Skerries Community College who achieved 525 points in his Leaving Certificate

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It opened for business at its present location in August 1995. Proprietor, Richie McNamara is very proud of the business he set up and as he celebrates 20 years serving the public in Swords, he told the County Leader about the secrets of his success. “We cater for all ages of cyclists, whether it be a beginner leisure cyclist, or a pure thoroughbred racing cyclist, we are your one stop cycle shop.” “Our fully qualified, professional staff are on hand from 10 am to 6pm Monday to Saturday to serve you and offer you quality and informed advice, whatever your query may be, to the best of their knowledge and ability. We pride ourselves on having the ability to pair each customer with the bicycle most suited to their everyday needs.” “We run a “same day” repair service, which means you and your bicycle are off the road for minimal time. Small repairs are generally done on the spot to allow minimum inconvenience to customers. Whether it’s our very competitive pricing, outstanding service or huge selection, we can guarantee you won’t be disappointed.” Richie’s Bike Store also provides a unique service to his many clients. “With every bike that we sell, along with the manufacturers’ guarantee, which generally applies to the frames and the parts, we also service our own bikes free of charge for as long as people own them. This is a massive selling point for us, as we know of no other bicycle shop that provides such a service,” he said. “We always stick to brands that provide value for money for our clients. We don’t carry a brand just because it’s a recognised brand, and if we discover a brand of bike that is better value for money, we incorporate that particular brand into our shop. Over the years we have dealt with many brands of bike in an effort to satisfy the requirements of our customers,” he said.

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Loreto Secondary School Balbriggan student, Laura Hennelly McCarthy is pictured with school principal, Eddie Fynes after achieving 520 points in her Leaving Cert

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Quality products and value for money are of paramount importance to Richie and his team who cater for all people from kids all the way up to the most lightweight professional racing bikes, with something to suit all budgets. Richie’s Bike Store is involved with various cycling clubs in the area, including the Garda Cycling Club. “We have also just started to sponsor another local club as well called Chapel Lane CC. This entails providing them with their cycling clothing at a discounted price, below what it costs us to buy. We try to give them the same quality clothing as the professionals use at very reasonable prices. We also assist them throughout the year with any event or activity the club may be promoting. We also undertake much of the bicycle maintenance for the Gardai. We supplied them with a large amount of their bicycle fleet as well as some of their mountain bike uniform and we service most of the Garda stations that have the mountain bike facility in Dublin. We provide a wide range of cycling clothing, accessories. We even build bikes from scratch to satisfy customers’ specific requests. Organisations like the County Council, security companies and first aid mobile units may sometimes need bikes for a particular task and we will sit down with them and we will match-up the bikes to their specifications. We are the sole agents for KTM Bicycles and accessories in Ireland and we have appointed various premium dealers across the country which we are developing at the moment. Prior to coming to my current location in the Town Centre Mall, I worked for four years in Mc Quaid’s bike shop on North Street here in Swords, but it’s all boarded up now. On the shop floor, we have approximately 120 different models, but our full stock would expand to around 500 bikes. It is very important to Richie that he can match the customers’ price range and provide quality bicycles at the keenest prices anywhere. Christmas is no longer the bonanza it once was because people are out cycling all year round, with no closed season. At present there are two full-time

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staff members and one part-time staff member, who are involved in sales and service. In the 20 years since the business was set up, it has expanded. Initially the shop was located at unit 16 and six years ago, Richie acquired unit 15, such was the demand at the time. The Bike to Work scheme has proven to be a tremendous boost for Richie and he feels that this has contributed in a major way to the phenomenal increase in bicycle sales. “It has enabled people to

buy a better quality bike than they would normally buy. This has encouraged people to take up cycling and enjoy a healthy lifestyle and the fact that they can pay the reduced cost over the period of a year, has impacted hugely on sales. People that were involved in cycling years ago are now being encouraged to take it up again, due to the scheme,” he said. “We have a loyal customer base that we are very proud of and our customer service is massively important to us. When a potential customer comes into our shop, the first question we ask is, what will the bike be used for? We will then suggest a bike that is suitable for this purpose and give them a trial on the bike. This provides security and peace of mind for our customers, who know that their requirements are paramount to us.” “At Richie’s Bikes, we do everything to ensure you leave with the bike best suited to you. There are many impor tant things to consider when choosing a bike. We have a large selection and have something to suit beginners and pros alike.” Richie also spoke about the changing trend in bicycle sales, where sales of kids’ bikes were once huge, but now he could find they sell up to 50 adult bikes to one child’s bike. Much of this he puts down to the phenomenon of x-box, mobile phones and the internet for children. “Some kids up to eight years old are so much into technology that they cannot ride a bike,” he said. Fitting is very important in choosing a suitable bike. Richie explains, “The main thing is that you feel perfectly comfortable. Your limbs should be able to move with ease. This will allow you to move faster and with more ease. This allows you to concentrate on key things like

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New Beginnings For Swords GAA Club A Swords GAA Club recently marked the start of a new era for the club. The G.A.A. President, Aogán Ó Fearghail, visited Fingallians G.A.A. club recently to open their resurfaced all-weather pitch at their facility in Lawless Memorial Park, Swords. The reopening was also attended be local representatives and councillors. An tUachtarán Ó Fearghail and his wife, Frances, were welcomed with a Guard of Honour provided by the juvenile section. They were introduced to the Ard Comhairle of the club and then to various club celebrities, including ex-Dublin player Kieran Pictured here is Councillor Joe Newman, Councillor Darragh Butler (deputising for the Duff, Paralympian Catherine Walsh, ex Fins and Mayor), GAA President Aoghan O'Fearghail and Councillor Adrian Henchy at the recent opening of the new Fingallians all-weather pitch. Roscommon player Harry Keegan, Hurling Allstar Dermot Vaughan, current Dublin senior ladies footballers were introduced to members and mentors. Demonstrations Sinéad Ní Fhionnagáin, Fiona Hudson and Emer Ní hÉafa of techniques and training methods were performed. along with the previous club chairpersons and local club The couple then proceeded to the all-weather pitch which has recently been resurfaced via help from a Capital Sports characters. They were then shown to a historic photo display which Grant and internal fundraising. The pitch is now state of the charted the long history of the club since it’s foundation in art. Exhibition games were performed by juvenile teams 1884 to the present day. The club’s Scór section then put on throughout the morning. a performance of traditional music, Irish dancing and singing. The official opening was chaired by Fingallians chairperson, This was very much enjoyed by the visitors and the John McGee who thanked the club members for the effort welcoming spectators. The President and his wife were then put into the fundraising and preparing the club grounds for escorted to meet the Fingallians Athletic section, where they the visit.

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Though summer is drawing to a close, there’s still time to enjoy the last of it, right here in the North County. This is perhaps the last chance for families to enjoy some quality time together before the kids go back to school at the beginning of September. There is so much to enjoy here in the North County and further afield. Our beaches and parks have been admired by visitors for many years and are among the finest to be found anywhere in the country. Activities like horse riding are always popular, especially with children and if the weather is bad, a visit

to your local leisure centre is always very appealing. Here the entire family can enjoy the swimming pool, gym, badminton and other sports, and have a nice meal afterwards as well. A round of Pitch and Putt or tennis are also something that the entire family can enjoy together. For children, Summer Camps are ideal for getting your little ones out and about and enjoying all the fun that the summer camps will have to offer. It is also an ideal way to make sure they keep fit, by keeping

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their children are being cared for and entertained in a safe environment. There is nothing more relaxing than enjoying your family and taking the opportunity to gel as a unit. Let’s turn off the telly and get out and visit some really interesting places. We have the likes of Malahide Castle, Newbridge Demesne, Ardgillan Park, to name but a few, which provide the opportunity to get away from it all. Take a picnic with you and eat al fresco, which is always popular with everyone. If you prefer to stay at home, why not have some friends around and, weather permitting, have a barbecue. There is nothing quite as appealing as the smell of a barbecue wafting through the air. There are many excellent butchers in the North County, who can provide you with the finest meat for you and your friends to enjoy. They will also have special deals at this time of year, so it pays off to keep a sharp eye out for these deals. Another coastal

activity which is very appealing is sea angling, with areas like Balbriggan, Loughshinny, Rush, Donabate, Malahide and Portmarnock to the fore here. Always remember to be extra cautious when family members, particularly children are near water. Our excellent network of roads means that we can access anywhere in a short period of time, so let’s go and explore. If you wish to spread your wings a little, a visit to Dublin city is well worthwhile. We have a very interesting capital city with lots of places to visit. For adults, a visit here is memorable, with many of the finest pubs and

restaurants to enjoy. Attractions such as Trinity College and the world famous Book of Kells are a real treat, as well as a visit to Jameson Distillery or Guinness are highly recommended. Dublin City Bus tours are highly recommended, where you can relax and enjoy and enjoy an informative commentary. There is also an opportunity to explore our neighbouring counties around Dublin, which have so much to offer and many attractions for the entire family. The North County has some really worthwhile parks and places to visit, including something for the entire family to enjoy. There are hidden gems dotted around the area, where children can enjoy fun activities.

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It’s always refreshing to see the sun shine through the windows so early in the morning and flowers blossoming in the garden. With Autumn just around the corner, the summer hours are still longer, and the days are warmer. Now may be the perfect time to get started on that summer project you’ve put off because the days were shorter and colder. Here’s the time to redecorate your house, or change the design of your garden. You may be in the mood for some major reconstruction, or possibly just want to make the house more summer friendly. It is possible to change the look of your home on the outside and inside, on just a small budget. Businesses here in the North County have some great summer offers on to give you the best bargain, and achieve your summer home on a small budget. So make

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Locals Shine At Pitch And Putt Championships Ring Commons Pitch & Putt Club was the setting for the inaugural Final of the Fingal and East Meath Pitch & Putt Championship held recently. Teams from Skerries and also

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The ‘Fingal & East Meath Pitch & Putt Championship’ was established this year to promote the game of Pitch & Putt in the North County and as part of a crosscounty initiative. Developed by Caitríona Geraghty, Fingal Sports Office, under the guidance of Ronnie Delaney, Ballyboughal Pitch & Putt Club, the Championship was an opportunity for clubs to create bonds of friendship and to promote the game. It is hoped that this competition will become a yearly event in the Fingal sporting calendar.

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Council May Have To Return Rail Levies Fingal County Council will have to return levies it collected from builders and property owners, if the proposed Metro North project does not happen. The levies were collected from property owners along the route. The local authority, as well as Dublin City Council continued to collect levies on behalf of the the Rail Procurement Agency (RPA) since 2007 in the form of an increased development levy. So far, this has amounted to ¤14m being collected by Fingal County Council, which it is believed will have to be returned if the project does not go ahead. The levy applies to buildings and properties in a 1 km radius of the route, as that area is deemed within walking distance of the metro stations. The recession intervened with the plan, which was put on ice in 2012, but both Fingal County Council and Dublin City Council continued to collect the money as confidence grew that the project would proceed when the economy improved. In the meantime, Trinity College will have to stump up almost xxx250,000 in Metro North levies, as it plans to develop a new business school. This ambitious plan by the university has been granted planning permission and will see the demolition of a number of existing buildings and the construction of a six floor building. The payment of the levy is conditional on Metro North going ahead.

Greece Shows Us All A Warning Flag While the summer is supposed to be the slow time for news, events continue to role on. The conflict in Ukraine simmers on. Greece struggles to find a bailout agreement which the ruling Syriza party can live with. This radical party having achieved power have found that office is far more difficult than opposition. Sections within the Government are moving to leave the party to create a new far left one, dedicated to deliver that which they and their colleagues failed to do over the past months. Such a move may cause fresh elections. If so it will be fascinating to see how the electorate responds. Do they applaud those who lead their country on a courageous but failed journey against its international lenders? Or does it revert to those who created the flawed economy, but managed to keep the banks open and tourism and trade functioning until turned out of office earlier in the year? In the UK the Labour Party struggles to elect a new leader. The old sages caution of the dangers of supporting a radical leader who, as one of Corbyn’s opponents, accuse him of “offering old solutions to old

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By Cathal Boland problems.” It seems that irrespective of who wins the leadership, it will be a difficult task to hold that party together. Is history about to repeat itself? Will a new party emerge and will the Conservatives be the long term winner of this electoral contest? Here in Ireland we have seen fragmentation of political parties since the last election. The impending General Election seems certain to result a multiparty coalition. Is it possible for the traditional established parties to reach common ground with their electoral opponents? Many of which are former colleagues who found them wanting. Politics unfortunately requires pragmatism in such situations. The question always is who blinks first. Multi-party government is not new in Ireland its record of reelection is terrible. Ireland will need to be sure what it is voting for and what the consequence of that vote will be for stable Government that is capable of ensuring our safe passage in what are still troubled waters, not only in Europe but also across the world.

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Kevin Gilmore from Skerries Community College scored 510 points in his Leaving Certificate exam

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Shauna Bowers from St Finian's Community College, Swords achieved 505 points in her Leaving Certificate exam. She is pictured here with school principal, Patricia Knightly

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Shane Walzer (right) of Colaiste Choilm, Swords who achieved 505 points in his Leaving Cert is pictured here with principal David Neville

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Sarah Murphy from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan achieved 505 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes

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Sarah Monaghan from Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan achieved 505 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Eddie Fynes

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Ashbourne Baseball and Baseball Ireland have announced the opening of a new International Baseball facility in Ashbourne. The new facility, which was officially opened on 8th August last, will be the home of the Ashbourne Giants youth and adult baseball teams. The centre will support the establishment of a new National Academy for the Baseball National Team Programme and will be a centre for hosting international tournaments. The first international tournament will be held at the new facility from 19th to 23rd August, with teams travelling to Ireland from Mexico, USA, Belgium and a youth team from the Netherlands. The senior and youth Irish teams will also be competing in this tournament. The International Baseball Centre is located behind the Ashbourne Community Centre on land leased from the Ashbourne and District Community Council. Sean Mitchell, President of Ashbourne Baseball and Manager of the Irish National team said, “We’re very proud to be able to announce the opening of this new sporting amenity in Ashbourne. The baseball club here, which was founded in 2009 has been going from strength to strength, with seven members selected on the panel of this year’s senior national team.” This centre is set to be a valuable asset for the local and national baseball clubs and will be a vital catalyst in promoting the game of baseball in the region.

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Roisin Rainey from Donabate Portrane Community College achieved 505 points in her Leaving Cert

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Billy Mulcahy from Skerries Community College achieved 505 points in his Leaving Certificate

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Alexandra Groapa from St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush achieved 505 points in her Leaving Cert. She is pictured here with school principal, Patricia Hayden

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Sarah Fisher from Donabate Portrane Community College achieved 500 points in her Leaving Cert

CULLEN Roisin (Balbriggan) August 11th 2015. Peacefully, in Hamilton Park, under the care of the Nightingale Unit. Sadly missed by her loving brother Robert, sister Shiela, sister-in-law Alice, brother-in-law Eddie, nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grand-nephews, relatives and many friends. Rest in peace MURPHY Joan (nee Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell) (Skerries) August 10th 2015. Peacefully at Beaumont Hospital surrounded by her loving family, Joan, wife of the late Sean, sadly missed by her loving family, son Barry, sister Francis, brother Joseph, daughter-inlaw Deidre, grandchildren Darragh and Carl, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace BRADY Archdeacon Macarten (Malahide) August 9th 2015. Peacefully in the loving care of the sisters and staff of Sacred Heart Residence, Sybil Hill, Raheny, predeceased by his brothers and sisters; sadly missed by his loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, relatives, Archbishop Diaruid Martin, Auxiliary Bishops, his brother Priests of Dublin, friends. Rest in peace MCGRATH Peggy (Margaret) (nee Ryan) (Malahide)August 10th 2015. Peacefully in the wonderful care of the staff in TaraWinthorp Nursing Home. Loving wife of the late Edward and mother of the late Agnes. Peggy will be very sadly missed by her son Denis, daughter Mary, sons-inlaw Terrence and PJ, grandchildren Alan, Cillian, Terryann, Catraoine, Amy and Andrew, greatgrandchildren Neil, Chloe, Scott and Eve, her sister Kathleen, sister-in-law Breda, nieces and nephews, ectended family and friends. Rest in peace ENNIS Maureen (nee Langan) (Skerries and Portrane) August 8th 2015. In the gentle care of the staff of Hamilton Park Care Facility, Maureen beloved wife of the late James; sadly missed by her loving sons Brian and John, daughter Anne, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. Rest in peace. DILLON Fiona (nee MacKenzie) (Malahide) August 6th 2015. suddenly at home, dearly loved mother of Christopher, Lewis and Ben, deeply regretted by former husband Michael, mother Jean, sister Anne, brother William, relatives, neighbours and a large circle of friends. Rest in peace. HOGAN Geoff (Kinsealy) August 2015. Suddenly at his home, sadly missed by his loving family, son Kevin, daughter Aedin and their mother Toni, his mother Breda; mother-in-law Phil and father-inlaw Tony, brother John, sisters Alison and Linda, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. KARKLINA Inese (Balbriggan) August 5th 2015. Peacefully in Beaumont Hospital, sadly missed by her loving daughter Jolanta, grandchildren Raivis and Aleks, son-in-law Andris, sisters Astrida and Skaidrite, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. CORRIGAN May (nee Hughes) (Swords) August 5th 2015. at St Francis Hospice, Raheny; deeply regretted by her loving husband Anthony, sons Tony, Alan and Colm, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandson, sisters, brother, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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FORD Catherine (Cathy) (nee Smith) (Portmarnock) August 1st 2015. Peacefully after a short illness, beloved wife of the late George, sister of the late Aileen and much loved mother of Caroline, Maria, Madeleine and Damian. sadly missed by her loving children, grandchildren, sister, brother, sons-inlaw, daughter-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

KUHN Ellen (nee Quirke) (Malahide) August 3rd 2015. Peacefully at Hilltop Nursing Home, beloved wife of the late Jack, predeceased by brothers Cornelius and Michael, deeple regretted by her brother Tom, sister Anne, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. LYONS Sophie (Swords) August 4th 2015. After a short illness, surrounded by her loving parents Colm and Edel and brother Scott, sadly missed by her grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Rest in peace. MARTIN Jim (Swords) August 3rd 2015. Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, after a short illness, Borne with dignity, Jim sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Phyllis, children Gavin, Conor, Francis and Katie, grandchildren, brothers, sister, sonin-law, daughter-inlaw, and partners, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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HUGHES, Tony (Late of 19 Hayestown, Rush, Co. Dublin). Died 26th April 2015. The wife and family of Tony would like to thank everyone who sympathised with them, sent mass cards, cards, letters and those who attended the house and funeral, also those who donated very generously to the Irish Kidney Association. We would also like to thank the staff of Beaumont and the Mater Hospitals who took care of him over the last number of years. A special thank you to those who travelled long distances to be with us and those who helped in whatever way possible during the time of his death. Please accept this acknowledgement as an expression of our sincere gratitude and appreciation.

Miracle Prayer Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for many favours, this time I ask for a very special one (mention request). Take it dear Heart of Jesus and place it with your broken heart where your Father sees it. Then in his merciful eyes it will become your favour and not mine. Say for 3 days, promise publication . Never known to fail. (M.McG)

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DILLON Patrick (Swords) July 31st 2015. Peacefully at Beaumont Hospital, beloved husband of the late Paggy; deeply regretted by his loving daughters Ann and Claire, sons Peter, Michael and Gerry sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. KEVLIN Martin (Malahide) August 1st 2015. Peacefully after a long illness, surrounded by his family, deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, son Darren, daughter Deidre, sisters Margaret and Joan, brothers James, George, Willaim and Edward, extended family and friends. Rest in peace. UKUTA Diana (Swords) August 1st 2015. Peacefully at home; very sadly missed by her loving parents Charlotte and Greg snr, brother Greg jnr, sisters Vanessa and Jennifer, grandma, aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. DEHAENE Mariette (nee Reyners) (Oldtown) July 31st 2015. Peacefully at Kilbrew Nursing Home, loving wife of Jaak and much loved mother of Johanna, Herwig, Patrick and Irene; saldly missed by her daughters-in-law, daughters partners, grandchildren, brothers, sisters-in-law, brothersin-law and many relatives and friends in Ireland, Belgium and France. Rest in peace. DOWLING Joe (Skerries) July 31st 2015. Peacefully at Beaumont Hospital surrounded by his loving family, Joe, sadly missed by his loving wife and best friend Patricia, daughters Mary, Carmel and Teresa, son Kevin, sisters, adored grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughter-in-law, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Rest in peace.

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Fingal County Council Application for Planning Permission for new single storey Shed to rear garden at 21 Abbey Vale Drive, The Manor, Swords Co. Dublin. Signed Sergiu Nichifor. This application may be inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy between 9.30am-4.30pm, 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 Planning permission is sought for (a) Demolition of existing dwelling (b) Construction of a two storey detached dwelling. (c) Rooflights (d) A new vehicular entrance from Estuary Road. (e) ancillary site works All at ‘The Brambles’ Estuary Road, Malahide, Co Dublin for Brian and Gillian Dignam 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 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application Fingal County Council

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All at ‘The Brambles’ Estuary Road, Malahide, Co Dublin for Brian and Gillian Dignam 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 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Laura Moriarty intends to apply for planning permission at No. 6 Harbour Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin for demolition of No. 6 Harbour Road (an existing two storey derelict building formerly known as Le Mer Bleu restaurant) and the construction of a three storey five bedroom contemporary dwelling with 2 no. car space garage and private open space provided as incidental open space at ground floor level and screened private terraces at first (38.77 sq.m.) and second floor levels (86.41 sq.m.). The development also includes all associated site development, engineering (including SUDS drainage) and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. This application is concurrent with a separate application for development at No. 7 Harbour Road. The application site is located within an Architectural Conservation Area. Permission was previously granted on the subject site and No. 7 Harbour Road for a three storey mixed use development under Reg. Ref. F09A/0575 (An Bord Pleanála Ref No. PL 06F.237371). The planning application may be inspected or purchased a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority (County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin) during its public opening hours (9.30-16.30 Monday to 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 (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council We Andrea O’Callaghan and Mark Clarke are apply for permission At 184 Seapark Malahide Co Dublin For alteration to previous Granted Planning permission Reference Number F15B/0007.The Proposed works are the demolition of existing porch area to the front and the removal of existing dormer to left hand side of roof structure, the construction of a 1 story bay window unit to front living room area. Together with alterations to the existing garage, construction of single story extension to rear incorporating utility room ,kitchen and living room area. Alterations to the existing roof structure, by means rising of walls and roof so as to extend the existing living accommodation into the extended 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, Alan Heffernan, Intend to apply for planning permission for a) Single storey detached double garage/workshop b) All Associated site works on site at Commons Lane, Lusk,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, Suzanne Rogers intend to apply for permission to modify the front elevation of my property to include a rectangular bay window projecting 600 mm off living room at ground floor only at no. 177 The Links, Donabate, Co.Dublin. 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Fingal County Council Permission is sought for temporary car park to the rere of numbers 85 & 87 Main Street Swords County Dublin for W. Mcgrane. 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, County Hall, Main Street Swords,

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County Dublin. 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 euro ) within a period of five weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council 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 to install roof lights to the front and rear pitches of the main roof, a first floor extension to the side over the existing garage and apply external insulation and render to the front and rear facades of 37 Shenick Grove, Skerries for Sean & Una Higgins. 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, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, during its public opening hours. 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, 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 Jim and Anne Whelan for dwelling and waste water treatment system at Tobersool, Balbriggan, 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 20 euro within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning Permission is requested for a new indoor 'Futsal' court / shared training facility (floor area 1232sq/m- ridgeheight-6.5m) to be located to southeast side of existing clubhouse along with all associated siteworks at : Bath Road, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. signed:- The Executive Commitee of Balbriggan Football Club 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 Street, Swords, Co. Dublin between the hours of 9.30am – 16.30pm Monday-Friday. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Fingal County Council on payment of a fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of the application by Fingal County Council. Fingal County Council Permission is sought for detached dormer dwelling, on-site waste water treatment unit and percolation area & associated site works @ Dermotstown, Naul, Co. Dublin for Fionnuala Rogers. 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 Retention is sought for storage shed, to store materials incidental to the use of lands for keeping horses @ Belgee, Naul, Co. Dublin for Ken O’ Carroll. 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 We, Noel Hughes & Fiona McGee intend to apply for Planning Permission for development at Jordanstown, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of a single storey dwelling, waste water treatment system, vehicular entrance and all associated site works. 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 of 9:30 – 16:30 Monday – Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of a fee €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council 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 Yvonne & David O'Reilly intend to apply for planning permission for the construction of a single storey extension to the side of 18a Parnell Cottages, Malahide, 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 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 Planning Permission is sought for change of use from storage to accommodation with internal alterations and site works all at No. 4 Mountgorry, Malahide Road, Swords, Co. Dublin for Jill Murray & Philippe Rousseau. 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 Permission for (A) Demolition of existing dwelling ‘St Judes’, (B) 2 new replacement dwellings in situ, (C) new dwelling a 2 storey/dormer to rear of site and (D) all associated alterations and site works including vehicular access to the south of the site at ‘St Judes’ Tower Street, Rush. Co.Dublin. Signed B. Smyth. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09:30 –16:30 Mon-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co.Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council 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.

18.08.2015 Fingal County Council Lorna and Justin O’Sullivan intend to apply for permission for development at no. 15 Seabury Meadows, Malahide, Co. Dublin. The development will consist of: partial demolition of existing kitchen structure to the rear; construction of a two-storey extension to the rear of the dwelling, comprising 15 sq.m. at ground level and 14 sq.m. at first floor level; provision of two new windows in the existing side elevation; provision of 3no. rooflights â•„ 1no. to each of the front, side and rear slopes of the original roof; remodelling of the front porch; and all associated works. 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 Alteration to previously granted planning permission reg. ref. F15A/0120 to construct a new office extension 49 sq m to the south of the existing building located at Unit 52, Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Baldoyle, Dublin 13 for Celuplast. 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 (â≠¬20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council We, Peter and Susan Ayton wish to apply for planning permission for a single storey extension(9.3mÂ”) to the front facade at 7 Shenick Drive, Skerries, 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 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 Permission is sought to construct a new boundary wall with railings on top and ancillary works surrounding an area to the front of 76 Strand St, Skerries WHICH IS LOCATED WITHIN SKERRIES ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION AREA for Siobhain and Gerard Boylan 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, County Hall, Main St, Swords, Co. Dublin, during its public opening hours. 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, 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 Catriona Ryan seeks planning permission for the construction of a bungalow dwelling with waste water treatment unit and percolation area and using existing lane and modified existing vehicle entrance onto public road on site adjoining existing farm yard located on farm lands behind Sea Court housing in the town land of Ballykea ,Loughshinny ,County 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 its public opening hours Monday to Friday at Fingal County Hall,Main St,Swords ,co. Dublin. 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 the planning authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Whitegables Partnership on lands known as Whitegables, adjacent to Lissadel Wood, Swords Road, Malahide, Co. Dublin for alterations to the residential development granted under Reg. Ref. F06A/0423 (extended under Reg. Ref. F06A/0423/E1) as follows: 20 no. dwellings in lieu of the previously granted 17 no. dwellings to now provide for 12 no. semi-detached dwellings, 1 no. detached dwelling and 7 no. terraced dwellings with associated alterations to the house types, the car parking and landscaping; and all ancillary site and engineering works necessary to facilitate the proposed 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 planning 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 Marron Agriculture intend to apply for Planning Permission for alterations to previously approved permission Reg. Ref. F06A/0347 on lands to the south and east of the Knocksedan Demesne residential development at Naul Road, Brackenstown, Swords, Co. Dublin. The alterations consist of the erection of 8 no. revised two storey four bedroom semi-detached house type at Site No.s 46-51 Belvedere Avenue and 2

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