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Cllr Butler’s questions to the Council

Councillor Darragh Butler said recently that he was,”particularly delighted to see progress with regards to the Ward River walk-way and connecting the stretch across from Swords Town Park to the back of the Castle Shopping centre as part of the development on Bridge Street / Church Street. Having a full length walk-way and cycle way all the way from the Broadmeadow estuary along the Ward River to St. Margaret’s and Rivermeade has long been an objective of mine and I will keep pushing this.” He said, “Due to the on-going school shortage problems at Holy Family, River Valley, I asked

the Chief Executive to see if the development of a new National School on the Fosterstown LAP lands could be front-loaded as part of any development of these lands, at the top of the Forest Road continuing on from Boroimhe. A new junior school at this location could serve Boroimhe and the Forest Road and take the strain off River Valley. The reply that I received seems positive in that Fingal County Council is liaising with the Department of Education & Skills in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the Department of Education & Skills and the County and City Managers’ Association in relation to the identification of a suitable site to facilitate a new permanent primary school at Fosterstown. The timeline for the ABP approval of the proposed Metro link is not available at this time. Notwithstanding this, FCC will seek to facilitate the earliest possible delivery of a school site at as part of the MP for Fosterstown.” Fingal County Council also confirmed that a Speed Limit Review is underway since January 2018 and is intended to be completed by December 2018 with implementation in the 1st quarter of 2019. Members of the public can make submissions with regards to speed limits that they think need to be reviewed to the Operations Department in Fingal County Council at: Traffic@fingal.ie Councillor Butler also asked the Council

what could be done to improve the Church Road and Forest Road junctions on the Dublin Road (R836), in particular for motorists coming from Swords attempting to turn right down the Forest Road; as when the traffic builds up motorists are forced either to stay in the left lane to the frustration of motorists attempting to proceed straight along the R836, frustrations which sometimes boil over, or get into the right hand turn lane as early as possible which delays motorists attempting to turn down Church Road, which also leads to frustration and some drivers undertaking extremely dangerous double over-taking and right-hand turn manoeuvres. Fingal County Council confirmed the junction layouts in this area operate within the constraints of the existing building layout and topography of the area, which decreases the possibilities for modifications to the road layout. The existing signage is considered adequate. It is acknowledged that traffic movements through Swords are not at optimal levels, and with the current series of road works and diversions to facilitate infrastructural developments, it is not possible to get a clear understanding of the traffic flows and movements without restrictions/diversions. The Operations Department intend to conduct a strategic overview of traffic flows and movements throughout Swords when works and diversions are complete. This overview will provide a wider view of the various issues from all of the junctions.

Swords Historical Society - tracing our heritage

We in Swords Historical Society are preparing for the publication of the 25th in their Swords voices series, which will be launched early September. The project began in 1993 when it was felt that memories

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of ‘old Swords’ should be recorded for posterity, particularly with the influx of people who have settled in the town with an interest in its past. People from all walks of life have contributed their memories which

are illustrated with old photos from times past.The collection of stories and anecdotes present a comprehensive record of the social history of Swords from the turn of the 20th century. The Swords

Voices have proved useful to schoolchildren doing projects, students, and are popular with tourists and visitors. Our centre at the old Carnegie Library, North Street is open weekdays from 1 pm. to 4.30 pm. where with have a Museum and Genealogy Centre. All are welcome to call in and see the many items on display, or to trace their Fingallian roots. We are also available to give walks about historic Swords and to help students with projects etc. At present we are recording stories of times past on video which we hope to launch in September. Our annual literary awards take place each year.If you have a poem, short story or tale about Swords to enter, why not get in touch for entry form. Our website – www. swordsheritage.com is worth looking at, as there are numerous old photos and articles on local history, plus links to our videos. Phone(01)8400080 or email: swordsheritage@gmail.com.

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- Book Review-North County Dublin A Memoir by Dan Redmond

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Dan Redmond’s recently published memoir: North County Dublin – A Memoir is the product of Dan’s experiences in life, and is the product of his course in DCU. Here’s what the publisher had to say about it: ’Steeped in nostalgia, this rich and evocative memoir comments on the social mores of a bygone (and much respected) generation from the heart of rural Ireland. The author resurrects the faces, places and communities he loved and admired. From the barefoot and poorly-clad children pawing their way to school over tarred stone roads, to the dignity and common decency of the farming community that once was (and their contribution to supporting the less

St Coleman’s GAA, The Boot, Cloghran circa 1945

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Miley Redmond giving Lorcan a trim at home in The Boot

well-off families) there is so much to discover in this fascinating account. He offers a thought-provoking window into the utter self-sacrifice of the women folk, who somehow reared their families on next to nothing, and village life in general. The insights into his personal experiences and working life as an emigrant, to the still bomb-damaged and struggling Manchester of 1952, are uniquely revealing. The author’s memories take us on a captivating journey from Avonmouth to London (and his subsequent activities in Bethnal Green, Whitechapel and Bow – where he lived for four years) back to Ireland and a job at Aer Lingus, via the USA.’ This book is a must read for everyone either native to or now living in the North Dublin area. It tells how he was born in the early thirties in Castleblondin, Co. Kilkenny. How he was the second son of talented working-class parents who moved to Dublin in 1934 to live in a tithed house in Brackenstown from which they were ultimately evicted. He recalls his trials in life at school, emigrating to England and returning home penniless. However it also tells of his determination to succeed, his world travels, and of his migration again to Canada and subsequent return to Dublin where he honed his skills as a writer through a course in DCU. Overall this is a book about life experiences, many of which some will relate to especially those living in the North Dublin area and is a great insight into its past. The book is packed with humour, empathy and very real observations, this personal odyssey will keep you engaged and entertained from beginning to end. North County Dublin: A Memoir can be bought in JC’s Supermaket in Swords (near the customer service desk), The Skerries Bookshop, Prices in Rush, or online on Amazon.co.uk. Our advice is to hurry as it is flying off the shelves.

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Swords Tidy Towns needs volunteers!

We are in the summer months and the good weather is upon us. This is our craziest time of the year as we are kept very busy keeping the town spick and span for the National Tidy Towns competition judges. Sat 16th June judging starts for the National Tidy Towns Competition and continues until the 1st week in August. Swords

Tidy Towns need new volunteers to come out and join us, to help us continue the success story of 2017 into 2018. We only ask a couple of hours of your time each week, your support will make all the difference. So please consider giving up two hours on either a Wednesday night 7pm to 9pm or a

Saturday 11am to 1pm. We always meet in the Lord Mayors car park 15 minutes before kick off. Contact Ken for further info on 0866008313 or email swordstidytowns@gmail.com follow us on our web page or on our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/swordstidytown/

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Fingal scoops Gold award at Bloom in the Park Fingal wins Bloom 2-President Higgins visits the winning project

Fingal County Council, Blanchardstown Institute of Technology (ITB) and the Dublin Dun-Laoghaire Education and Training Board (ETB) scooped a gold medal for their combined entry to Bloom in the Park 2018. Entitled ‘The Greener Way for Fingal’, the garden was designed by well known landscape Designer Jane Corkrell and the planting was carried out by ITB students of Horticulture under the supervision of their lecturers. The Local Training Initiative participants based in Bremore Castle, Balbriggan constructed all the hard landscape features and groundswork in this the eight year that Fingal have participated in Bloom. President Michael D Higgins with his wife, Sabina Higgins,were special visitors to the Fingal garden where they were welcomed by Ms Corkrell and the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Mary McCamley. Speaking after the award was announced the delighted Mayor said: ‘The Greener Way for Fingal is a celebration of the natural beauty found in our county. I’m delighted that the creativity, skills and hard work of Fingal staff, the ITB students and participants of the ETB have been recognised and rewarded.’

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The Fingal Mayor’s Community Awards Betsy Abu, Winner of the Mayor’s Social Inclusion Award

The Fingal Mayor’s Community Volunteer Awards took place in Castleknock Hotel recently where winners were presented with awards by former RTE Newsreader, Aengus MacGrianna. The awards take place each year to recognise the work of volunteers and the positive impact they have on communities across Fingal and are arranged by Fingal’s Public Partipation Network and Fingal County Council’s Community Department. Congratulating the winners in each category, Mayor McCamley said: “In Fingal, there are so many active and dedicated volunteers who make a huge difference to their communities. The impact they have on social, environmental and recreational wellbeing in our towns and communities

is hugely positive and I am delighted we have the opportunity to recognise them.” The winners were: - Social Inclusion Award - Betsy Abu from the Balbriggan Integration Group and the runner up was Ger Kenny who volunteers with Little Seeds Club for children and teenagers with autism in the Ongar area. Active Citizenship Award -Rose Emmet from Clean-Up Mulhuddart and the runner up was Ema Idowu of Balbriggan Youth Services. The Creative Arts, Culture and Heritage Award - John Halford who has volunteered with the Blanchardstown Brass band for over 50 years while Bernie Walsh was awarded runner up. Bernie has been a volunteer and key committee member of Coolmine Musical Society for over 20 years. Community Facilities Award-, Kieran O’Neill who volunteers in Castleknock Community Centre Association . He also won the Overall Fingal Mayor’s Community Volunteer Award. Lisa Crehan of Failte Isteach in Tyrellstown was the runner up. The Sport and Recreation Award-Billy Bebbington who has volunteered for the Sutton dinghy Club for over 20 years - while Edward Darcy, group leader of 34th/161st scouts in Balbriggan for over 30 years, came in as runner up. The Unsung Hero Special Recognition Awards- Barney Greene, Jennifer Hughes and Anthony Lyons. Barney organises the annual tractor run starting at the Man O’War, and raises money for St Francis Hospice. Jennifer volunteers with Special Olympics Ireland as Aquatics Head coach since 2010 while Anthony maintains the grass verges and flower beds along the Blakestown road from St.Peregrines GAA Club all the way up to St.Philip’s Church in Mountview. He also cuts the grass and maintains the grounds at St.Philips Church. The People’s Choice Award - Joseph Bennett who is an active member of the Whitestown Estate Management Group. Congratulations to them all.

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Finance

Financial Wellbeing - Wealth in relation to health By Dave Kavanagh Money. Every choice you make, every activity you do, every change you contemplate, are in some way connected to your finances. Yet most people rarely take the time that their financial situation deserves, to plan it effectively. You have income and expenditure. The basic premise is that your income exceeds your expenditure, leaving you with disposable income. So if you keep your spending below your income, you’ll always have plenty of money left over and you’ll never have to worry about it. Simple right? Not exactly. Unless you’re extremely lucky, for most of us, it just doesn’t fall conveniently into place like that. The subject of money does, in fact, get cited in a host of situations from relationship issues, employment choices, lifestyle quality and in numerous ways, your health. Anything that can lead to anxiety, depression, guilt or restrict how well you look after yourself, can be detrimental to your health. And your finances can definitely impact in these areas. So what can you do differently and what can you be more aware of? The first step in managing and planning your finances with more efficiency, is to establish where you currently are. Most people know what their income presently is, but

they are not as sure about their expenditure. They’ll know the main items, but so much gets left out. Think of the last time you took €50 out of an ATM to pay €15 for something. What did the other €35 get spent on? Keep a detailed track of every cent spent for one month, to get a true picture. Tips. A few basic actions that most people can do, to improve things: • Examine 3 months’ banks statements and make sure you can account for every single transaction. • Compare utility service providers. • Plan your shopping. Make a list and don’t shop while hungry. • Don’t wait until the last minute to compare before you renew things like car or home insurance. • Review premiums for things like mortgage protection and life cover. You DO NOT have to only take them out with your own bank. • Know your rights when an item is faulty and do not be fobbed off with “it’s out of warranty” (especially true with large kitchen appliances that break down after 18 months!) Planning. Once you have real figures, you can plan a little more accurately. Financial planning is primarily aimed at ensuring your current, future and unexpected income remains at least sufficient for you to live on. Everybody’s circumstances are different, so it is important to consider the financial loss that would be suffered in certain eventualities, but specifically to you.

In the same way that your health and wellbeing require planning, consideration and a degree of effort, so too does your wealth require planning, consideration and a degree of effort. Your health and wealth are inextricably linked. Giving each the attention they deserve, will only be positive for you. Dave Kavanagh QFA has been

advising people financially for over 25 years. Combined with his previous role of gym/nutrition adviser, he regularly gives talks and workshops at seminars and events for groups, companies and government departments on financial wellbeing, positivity and motivation. He has spoken at all of The Full 360 events with Alison Canavan around the country. As heard on RTE 2FM and TV3.

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Donabate/Portrane aunt and niece scoop awards at Bloom Two local woman from Donabate/Portane won individual awards at this years Bloom in the Park by Bord Bia. An aunt Dolores Hand and her niece Adrienne Flood. Dolores Hand, is a previous gold winner of bloom in 2016 and this year she was awarded the Silver Gilt for ‘Summers Rich Tapestry’ in the AOIFA (Association of Irish Floral Artists) Floral Art competition. Meanwhile her neice Adrienne Flood, from Portrane,was awarded a Gold medal and Best in Show for her floral art design ‘In Homage To...’ Congratulations to both ladies.

Car Sharing Initiative expanded to North Fingal Towns

Acting Mayor of Fingal Cllr Joe Newman, Paul Reid Chief Executive Fingal CoCo, Cllr Eoghan O’Brien, Colm Brady GoCar

Fingal County Council and GoCar are delighted to launch the expansion of the pilot car-sharing scheme in North County Dublin. The launch took place in Swords main street, Contact us: communitylocals@gmail.com

where two GoCars are now available, along with 4 other locations in Malahide, Skerries and Portmarnock . The expansion is in response to the success of the pilot car-sharing scheme

in Dublin 15, launched in 2017. GoCar users can book cars online or via the app for as little as €8 an hour, then unlock with their phone or GoCard; the keys are in the car, with fuel, insurance and city parking all included. Rates start from €8 per hour, with 50KM of driving included on each trip. Since it was launched in 2008, over 30,000 members have signed up to GoCar, and it now offers over 400 vehicles across 300 locations in 15 Counties across Ireland. With pay as you go pricing and no subscription charges, it’s ideal for people who only need occasional access to a car but don’t want to own one, or families who need a second car sometimes. Car-sharing reduces car dependency, congestion, noise and air pollution, and frees up land traditionally used for parking spaces. Each shared car replaces approximately 15 private cars, as well as increasing use of public transport. GoCar vehicles will now be available from the following locations in North County Fingal:Swords - Main Street x 2,Bridgefield Car Park, Malahide,Coast Road, Portmarnock, Kelly’s Bay Tide, Skerries and Londis (Yellow Walls Road), MalahideFor further information or to sign up for the GoCar scheme see www. gocar.ie. SWORDS LOCAL-JULY 2018

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Ballrothery Union Burial Ground 100th Anniversary

By Tom Kilmurray A special 100th Anniversary remembrance mass was celebrated recently in Hedgestown National School Lusk by Rev Fr Gerard Moore. The event was coordinated over a number of years by Lusk resident Mrs Nina Flynn.A special arts and crafts competition was held in the weeks prior to the mass and talks by Lusk Historical Society kept the Staff and pupils informed about the history of the Ballrothery Union. A special stone cross was erected in 1918 at the site of the burial grounds of those who died across the road in the Balllrothery Union 12

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Buildings. Fr Gerard Moore said he has celebrated mass over a number of years at the burial grounds.This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the erection of the Cross and he was particularly delighted to be there on that day in Hedgestown NS where he attended as a pupil many years ago.In his day there were only two rooms with four classes in each in the school. The acting school principal Colm Lawlor said he was delighted to welcome everybody to the mass and refreshments afterwards which were organised by the parents committee. There was great interest among the pupils and teachers to learn about the local history of the Balrothery union and he extended a special

welcome to past pupil Fr Gerrard Moore. Readings, singing and music were provided by the pupils and awards were presented to pupils for their special efforts. Historical Background: Balrothery Poor Law Union was formally declared on the 1st April 1839 and covered an area of 120 square miles. Its operation was overseen by an elected Board of Guardians, 23 in number, representing its 12 electoral divisions as listed below (figures in brackets indicate numbers of Guardians if more than one):Co. Dublin: Balbriggan (3), Ballyboghill, Balscaddan, Clonmethon, Donabate (2), Hollywood (2), Holmpatrick (2), Kilsallaghan (2), Kinsealy

[Kinsaley], Lusk (3), Malahide (2), Swords (3). The Board also included 7 ex-officio Guardians, making a total of 30. The population falling within the Union at the 1831 census had been 28,124 with Divisions ranging in size from Clonmethon (population 890) to Balbriggan (5,078). The new Balrothery Union workhouse was erected on a 24acre site about three miles to the north-west of Lusk. Designed by the Poor Law Commissioners’ architect George Wilkinson, the building followed one of his standard design to accommodate 400 inmates. Its construction cost £4,945 plus £905 for fittings etc.

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‘Flavours’ returns to Newbridge House, Donabate The Flavours of Fingal County Show, the hugely popular North County Dublin event which welcomed more than 80,000 people took place once again in Newbridge House and Farm, Donabate on the weekend of June 23rd – 24th. The Show, which was in its seventh year, combined the sights and sounds of Dublin’s only traditional agricultural show with an unforgettable food and family fun experience. Best of all, it was completely free of charge for visitors with the lowest carbon footprint as the organisers of the two-day event rewarded patrons who arrive on foot, used public transport or the free shuttle bus service provided by allowing entry completely free into the show. For those who opted to drive there was a car parking fee. The show was the result of months of works between Fingal County Council, the Fingal Farmers and Fingal Harriers, who tirelessly worked to create the most exciting mix of foodie, equestrian and farming attractions. Amongst these attractions were: food stalls boasting locally produced delicacies, craft and cooking demos, sheepdog and geese displays and a range of livestock shows. New to the show this year was a live

interactive living history zone with Vikings, Great War Society, the Big Dig, the Old Fingal IRA and the Fingal Village which featured, among many things, activities which are part of the 2018 national Cruinniu na nOg festival. There was also plenty for the kids to do. Bouncy castles face painting, a cycling velodrome, the Calvary of Heroes jousting displays, cycle obstacle courses, kids’ golf and lots more. With attractions including croquet, show jumping, a mobile petting farm and animal theatre, magic shows, biodiversity programmes and a huge agricultural show, there was something on offer for everyone to enjoy! Sheila Corbally, speaking on behalf of local farming group, Fingal Farmers, said: “Fingal Farmers are very proud partners of the Flavours of Fingal County Show and look forward every year to showcasing the best livestock, crafts and cookery Fingal has to offer.” Commenting on the equestrian element of the show, Brian Beggan of the Fingal Harriers, said: “Flavours of Fingal County Show offers a unique opportunity for the very vibrant equestrian community of Fingal to show their horses in the very unique setting of Newbridge House.”

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A healthy Eton Mess that will impress!!!! “Eton Mess is a classic, easy and one of the most favourite Summer desserts. I have tweaked a few ingredients here and there to make a healthier yet very impressive version. The few ingredients needed in this recipe are readily available and relatively cheap which makes it ideal for any Summer parties, BBQ’s or keeping up with the figure!

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• 300g Summer berries (frozen/fresh) • 2 Pre-cooked/bought meringue nests • Juice of 1 lime • 6 fresh mint leaves, chopped finely

Method 1. Gently heat the berries with the lime juice and mint leaves on a hob on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 2. Place 3 tablespoons of the yogurt into each serving jar/dish. 3. Add 2 tablespoons of the heated berry mixture on top of the yogurt. 4. Finally crush half of a meringue nest

on top and enjoy! Tip: You can prepare these in advance up to Step 3 and then just before you serve them, add the meringue to ensure it gives a nice crunch! For 1:1 nutrition consultations, public health talks or workshops in preschools, primary or secondary schools and workplaces, please email: niamh@biabites.net See my ‘Fun food’ and ‘Recipes’ albums on ‘Biabites’ Facebook for other food ideas. Niamh Arthurs, Public Health and Clinical Nutritionist” Contact us: communitylocals@gmail.com

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3 Dublin Councils lead ‘Don’t be Dick’ campaign Three local authorities in Dublin have launched a major awareness campaign to tackle the growing environmental issue of disposable coffee cups in the Dublin Region. The aim of the new campaign, which runs over three weeks from 20 June, is to raise awareness among coffee drinkers in the Dublin region that disposable cups are having a detrimental impact on the environment. Most disposable cups are made from paper with a plastic lining to make them waterproof in order to hold hot drinks. This makes them unsuitable for recycling in Ireland. With Irish people using in excess of 200 million disposable cups every year this is having a seriously negative impact on our environment.To further compound the issue, disposable coffee cups have become a major source of on-street litter across Dublin. The new ‘Don’t Be Dick’ campaign highlights how careless actions can have serious consequences on the environment, and asks consumers to think about their coffee drinking habits in a new way. The campaign will run across radio, Dublin Bus, cinema, digital and social media over the coming weeks. This campaign is funded by Dublin City Council, South Dublin County Council, Fingal County Council and the Environmental Protection Agency.

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Project Fashion- Ireland’s leading fashion Academy By Fashion Editor Carina Cunningham

This month guys and girls I would like to introduce you to Project Fashion. Project Fashion is Ireland’s Leading Fashion Academy for Kids. The Academy is professionally run by Paul Alexander who is a designer himself. What I liked about all this is the fact that the children are actually learning about the history of fashion in such a fun way. The students in the academy range in age from7 to 15 years old. In our photoshoot, in Gino’s Ice Cream Parlour, the Children modelled their latest collection. The theme is Sidewalk to Catwalk and they based their designs on street culture from the 1920”s right up to the present day. Teddy Boys, Mods, Rockers,Hippies,Punks, Casuals and Goths. Their collection includes Biker Jackets, Tunic Dresses , Jumpsuits,50”s Dresses and lots more. Their outfits are also age appropriate which I think is so important these days. We don’t want our little girls age 7 upwards dressing like teens, thats all too progressive and we need to keep them young at heart and safe. The children really loved the photoshoot. They were showing me how they made their outfits and trimmings with matching buttons. They learn how to hand sew and machine sew and will even be learning 16

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pattern making in these fabulous classes. At the end of each term of classes they get to model on the red carpet.and havebeen featured in the Pavilion in Swords fashion show and Flavours of Fingal in June. The summer camp is their next project which takes in 18 venues country wide. The theme is ‘Co Co The Movie’ with South American style and a mix of Latino Gyspy tops and up-cycled Jeans- re hashed into shorts and skirts with bright vibrant colours, culminating on a red carpet catwalk on the last day of camp The extra good news is I have invited Paul with 30 of his best children to open my Style Warrior Fashion and Entertainment Show on Sat 6 th Oct in Wrights Venue in aid of NECRET Cancer Research. Huge Stage and Catwalk. ! Lights Camera Action guaranteed, with lots and lots of fun. This will be one event not to miss. Tickets available through carinacunningham@gmail.com and for more information on classes please contact www.projectfashion.ie Amonst the children who modelled on the day were Daniel Fahy Ralf Valtmanis, Ava Carrigan, Lily Maher Caoilainn Doyle, Jaydenlynn White and Holly Kinsella with their leader Paul Alexander. Photographer leandra.castellino@googlemail.com . Contact us: communitylocals@gmail.com

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Rogantown going from strength to strength

By Ciaran Flaherty We have had a very busy year here with a lot of corporate, charity and society golf. The PGA pro am was a great success with all proceeds going to Crumlins Childrenâ€™s hospital and we had an amazing turnout with 46 teams playing on the day with Michael Mc Geady coming out on top and going on to win the following day in Dromoland castle. We had Dave O Leary, Ronnie Whelan, Ian Harte, Graham Kavanagh and the lads from Fair City lending a hand out on the day. We held an open ladies day here on the 6th June with a full timesheet with 20 clubs been represented and the weather on the day was unbelievable. We run the open on Roganstown every Tuesday all year round and we are looking

at getting more ladies playing and we would encourage all local clubs to participate and we will run a separate competition for the ladies on the day. Geoff Loughrey had a very busy week last week as he had some of Europeâ€™s top young stars of the future for a week long academy. They travelled from South Africa, Slovenia, Wales, Holland. Scotland , England, Belgium and of course our local talent. We hosted the Ronnie Whelan day here on 8th June which was a great success with the proceeds going to the Marie Keating Foundation. This was won by local lads the Murphy Twins Darren & Keith .A great day was had by all and the fabulous Al Foran provided the entertainment with a very funny presentation of prizes from many people from sport and TV turning up to present the prizes, including a very quiet as usual Conor Mc Gregor.

We are very busy with societies and we are doing the 2 course deal where we offer Roganstown & Swords as a 2 course deal in your golfing calendar at a discounted rate. We also offer to get the prizes for the societies at a discounted rate, offer many food options and do the Longest drive & Nearest the pin . We have still a lot of big events to be held with the Keith Duffy Charity day been booked for 21st of September.Our junior club is expanding and we have had a great year in the Leinster U15 and the Fred Daly where we have reached the Quarter final where we come up against Laytown / Bettystown. We are also hosting the American Golf event on 11th July and it always attracts all the best juniors in the country. So all in all its been a great couple of years and its going from strength to strength,

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Swords Celtic to face Cliftonville in July

We are very pleased to announce that we will play Cliftonville Football Club away at the Solitude Stadium on Saturday July 28th with a 3pm Kick off. It is a great chance to test ourselves in pre season game against Barry Gray’s men who finished 5th in the NI Premiership last season. We have also been invited to take part in the Tommy Clements Cup starting Sunday 15th of July. So keep those dates free if you can. After 4 years at the helm of our Saturday side the club and Patrick O’Neill have parted ways today.The Club would like to thank Patrick for all his hard work and commitment over his four seasons in which he secured 3 promotions and most recently secured survival in LSL Major Saturday it’s greatly appreciated!

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Swords Boxing Club- Champions galore!

Swords Boxing Club was established in 1981 and has been located in numerous temporary premises over the 36 years. In October 2017 it celebrated the opening of it new permanent facility in Sluagh Hall, Swords, with two events marking the major accomplishment. The first was the Grand Opening of the facility by local T.D. Clare Daly with special guest former Olympic boxer Michael Carruth.. It was an especially ‘emotional and proud’ day for founding member Nicky O’Callaghan. The second was an International Boxing Show, with Swords BC playing host to a strong team, including European medallists, from Hungary and five Irish Champions (including Naimh Fay, John Fay and Tommy Lee McAleer from Swords) on the programme. The night was a huge success, 20 SWORDS LOCAL-JULY 2018

with an outstanding level of boxing, and the club now intend to turn this into an annual event. Swords BC’s success continued for the remaining two months of 2017 with 6 Louth Champions, 8 Meath Champions, Wexford International Cup (2 gold & 2 Silver), and 4 Dublin League Champions, to name just some of this winning clubs titles and achievements. There was another first for the club in February 2018, when two of its female members (Niamh Fay and Rachel D’Arcy) travelled to Boras, Sweden to complete in the Golden Girl Championships.The winning streak continued into 2018, with the club celebrating 3 Dublin Champions, 2 All Ireland Champions and 2 Irish

Cadet Champions. Although the boxing season has come to an end for most of our boxers, Niamh Fay has been invited as a guest of the Russian Federation, to participate in their two week training camp for the Girls Youth World Championships..We will also have an one boxer due to compete in the Smithfield BoxFest in September. Training is open to all levels of ability and will recommence for U18s boys and girls in September (Monday, Wednesday & Fridays from 7-8.30 pm), and continue for Over 18s throughout the summer (females – Tuesdays 7-8 pm, males – Tuesdays 8-9 pm). Contact us: communitylocals@gmail.com

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Lynn Harvey returns as a pro boxer

Lynn Harvey is feeling positive as she trains in Gym Plus Swords, preparing for her next pro boxing bout next month. The Dublin flyweight, nicknamed ‘The Hunter’, has recently decided to come out of retirement.

A love for boxing

Lynn first discovered her love for boxing at 30 years of age when she joined a boxercise class. Three weeks later, with no prior training or experience, she agreed to take part in a white collar charity boxing show. Little did she know then that this decision would change her life forever and launch a career she had never dreamed of. Having suffered a tough defeat during that charity match, it spurred her on to joining an official boxing club and she vowed to

become a champion. After a year of intense training, true to her word, Lynn had become a novice All Ireland champion (2012). Followed by winning the intermediate and national elite champion titles in the ensuing two years.

Turning pro

Having conquered the amateur ranks, Lynn turned her attention to the pros. She became the second female professional in Ireland to obtain a pro license and made her professional debut in 2015. However, in 2017 Lynn decided to step away from boxing for personal and professional reasons. Today, having recently announced her comeback to the pro ranks she said, “ “I am planning to try

the challenge for a European belt by Christmas 2018. That’s what I’m focusing on.”

Maintaining fitness and wellbeing

Like all boxers, fitness plays a critical role in Lynn’s performance during training and fights. And Lynn had high expectations when it came to finding the right gym for her, including state of the art facilities and equipment. Lynn ultimately choose Gym Plus Swords, just over two years ago.

The workout of pros

Lynn engages in a combination of cardio, strength and balance exercises to develop power, speed, strength and agility - allowing her to become a well-balanced fighter. Good luck to Lynn in her ambitions.

Fingallians club notes been on the board of the National Executive Committee of the players representative body since 2012 and will take up his new position in September.

Dublin Hurlers: The U21’s

New GPA Boss: Congratulations

to Paul Flynn on been named the new chief executive of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA). Paul has

progressed in Leinster with a win over Westmeath, recently. We were represented by Shane Howard at corner back. The minor hurlers had Daragh Power at No.9 in their victory over Antrim recently. They now meet Wexford in the Leinster semi final.

Race Day: Bellewstown on 7th.

July - funds raised will go towards various projects including upgrading dressing rooms. Book your ticket/ table by contacting Teresa Collins at fingallians@gmail.com To date our race days are raised €31,200 towards the club.

Summer Camp Program: The

first Kelloggs Cúl Camp -9th July - 13th July -9am-1.30pm. Prices set by Kellogs @€60 first child, €50 second child, and €40 for third and subsequent children . Application forms are available from the club bar after 6.30pm each evening.

Fleadh Ceoil na hÉireann: This years Fleadh Náisiúnta will be held in Drogheda between 12th and 19th August. The organisers are looking for volunteer helpers. If you are available and willing to help please apply at: http://fleadhcheoil.ie/ volunteers/

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WIN €50 !!! WIN €50 !!! WIN €50 !!! WIN €50 !!! This is easy… we are offering you the chance to win €50. All you have to do is correctly fill in the crossword and discover the name of an area in Fingal spelt out in the coloured squares. Then send the completed crossword and your answer by email, with your name, address and telephone number to communitylocals@gmail.com before 5pm on July 18. The first correct entry to be drawn will win €50..Good luck Down

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