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In the blink of an eye Summer 2016 has officially ended. We might get an Indian Summer yet, but don’t hold your breath.

We hope you had a good one and managed to get a bit of time away from your usual routine whether it was a holiday in sunnier climes or a staycation.

As we enter autumn, the nights are getting darker unfortunately but we still have two months to go before the clock goes back.

And speaking of going back, well the kids are all back to school this month and parents throughout our communities will be breathing a huge sigh of relief.

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Green Flag award for Ardgillan Demesne

Pictured are Deputy Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Eithne Loftus; Michael John O’Mahony, An Taisce; and Fingal County Council staff.

Ardgillan Demesne was one of the 22 parks nationally that recently celebrated winning an award for excellence.

Ardgillan was awarded ‘Green Flag’ status in the An Taisce Green Flag awards.

The demesne is situated in North County Dublin on an elevated coastline between Balbriggan and Skerries, 32 kilometres north of Dublin City.

The park consists of 194 acres of rolling open grassland, mixed woodland and gardens, overlooking the Irish Sea with views of the Mourne Mountains in County Down.

The awards are given to public parks and green spaces that exemplify excellence in standards such as management, sustainability and conservation as well as visitor facilities.

They promote high horticultural and environmental standards and a benchmark for excellence in park management based on acknowledged international best practice.

Ardgillan was one of 11 parks in the Dublin area to be awarded this status. The Demesne is managed and operated by Fingal County Council with Dominica McKevitt as the Head Gardener overseeing the day-to-day running of the park.

Dominica has been in this position since Ardgillan opened as a public park in 1985 and has relished seeing the gardens grow.

Ardgillan was complimented on its standards in the gardens, with the herbaceous border noted as being the ‘highlight of the visit’.

It was recognised as being ‘a very fine park, well maintained park in a wonderful setting with an excellent standard of horticulture’.

Dominica was delighted to accept the award on behalf of Fingal County Council and her team at Ardgillan.

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“Our parklands are a wonderful amenity for visitors and citizens alike, and a highlight of our tourism offering in Fingal. “We are delighted to receive these awards, which give recognition to the ongoing work we do to ensure that Fingal remains a place that people want to visit and enjoy.”

Minister of State for the Office of Public Works (OPW), Sean Canney, said: “The awards provide an important benchmark for parks to uphold standards of excellence.

“Ireland’s wealth of stunning parks is a testament to the hard work and dedication of staff who work there.”

The award scheme which is already established in more than 50 countries was trialled in a limited number of parks in 2015.

This is the first year An Taisce has made the award available to public parks, country parks, cemeteries and green spaces across the whole country.

An overview of Ardgillan Demesne.

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New plan aims to boost Balbriggan economy

Pictured at the launch in Balbriggan were Luke Moriarty, President, Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce; Ed Hearne, Director Economic, Enterprise and Tourism Development, Fingal County Council; Cllr Tony Murphy (Ind); Edel McGuinness, EMG Property Consultants; Sean Corrigan, chief executive of Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce; Chris Harmon, Country Crest; Cllr Grainne Maguire (Ind); and Paul Reid, chief executive of Fingal County Council. PHOTO: ORLA MURRAY/ARK PHOTOGRAPHY

Fingal County Council, in conjunction with Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce and local councillors, has launched a plan aimed at boosting the local economy.

‘Stimulating the Balbriggan Economy’ will comprise short-term initiatives and medium term proposals aimed at reinvigorating the town centre, promoting tourism and fostering long-term prosperity.

The first element of the plan is a pilot initiative, the Balbriggan Town

Shop Front Enhancement Grant Scheme 2016.

This will involve providing advice and financial assistance to business owners to improve shop fronts and commercial properties on Balbriggan Main Street.

Grant funding of up to 75 per cent of eligible costs is available to replace and renovate shop fronts or to paint shop fronts in the town centre.

Over the past few weeks, the council sought expressions of interest from owners, leaseholders or tenants of commercial properties in designated locations in Balbriggan Town Centre who wish to avail of the scheme. Those interested in participating had to apply before August 26.

Local councillors Cllr Tony Murphy (Ind), Grainne Maguire (Ind) and Malachy Quinn (SF) in a joint statement, said: “We welcome this Shop Front Enhancement Grant Scheme which has the scope to greatly improve the streetscape in Balbriggan and we will be promoting this among local businesses to maximise the positive potential of the scheme.

“We look forward to working with Fingal County Council, Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce and local community groups in relation to the longer term aims of the action plan, with a view to delivering Balbriggan’s economic potential.”

Fingal County Council chief executive Paul Reid welcomed the plan.

Mr Reid said the actions are designed to give a short-term boost to local economic prospects in Balbriggan and establish the conditions for longerterm growth.

“Balbriggan has the potential to be a vibrant and dynamic commercial hub and this plan, with the enthusiastic help of Balbriggan Chamber and councillors, aims to maximise this potential,” he said.

Ed Hearne, Director of Economic Enterprise and Tourism Development with Fingal County Council, said: “The expression of interest will provide us with the information that will help us match the level of interest in this pilot initiative with the level of financial resources the council is making available.”

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Battle of the Castle for cricket match

Pictured at the match was Eoin Birch (11), Balbriggan CC, Katie Gavin (12) Hills CC, Mayor of Fingal Darragh Butler and Holly Smyth (13), Hills CC. PHOTO: ORLA MURRAY/ARK PHOTOGRAPHY

cemented with a draw between the clubs.

Men and women both young and old togged out to take on their rivals, with both teams playing some of their junior members.

International players on both sides offered spectators a chance to see players at the top of their game. Max Sorenson and Ciara Metcalfe from The Hills CC took on Muhammad Furrukh from Balbriggan CC. Visitors to the demesne were given a chance to experience cricket in a historical setting with all members wearing their whites for the occasion.

Mayor of Fingal Cllr Darragh Butler started the festivities by bowling the first ball. Paul Smyth, chairperson of The Hills CC, who captained his side on the day, thanked the castle for organising the event which helped to promote cricket in the north county.

Albert Harper, captain of the Balbriggan team, welcomed the event and called on the castle and council to promote cricket more in the area, with the hopes that the clubs can return next year to ‘Battle for the Castle’ once again.

Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Darragh Butler bowls the first ball at Ardgillan. PHOTOS: ORLA MURRAY/ARK PHOTOGRAPHY

THERE’S nothing like mixing sport with a bit of history.

That was certainly the case recently in North County Dublin when an event was held at Ardgillan Castle to commemorate a cricket match that took place at the demesne in the 19th century.

On August 14, Ardgillan Castle hosted a cricket match between two local clubs, Balbriggan and The Hills.

This event was organised to commemorate a cricket match that was held at Ardgillan in August 1829, between Ardgillan Castle and Kenure House.

This historical match was the first reference to cricket being played in the north county and one of the first references to the sport being played in Ireland.

In honour of the 1829 match, the two clubs held a ‘friendly’ on the lawn in the demesne overlooking the castle and the sea beyond. The weather was on their side and offered spectacular views for those in attendance.

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Albert Harper (Balbriggan Cricket Club) and Paul Smyth (The Hills Cricket Club) were captains on the day.

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Guide dog enhances Andrew’s independence Jade McCormack and Andrew Green with their guide dogs Nico and Yanni.

Andrew Green was born in September 1984 and grew up in Malahide with his parents and sister before moving to Balbriggan in 2015.

Despite being blind he enjoyed a happy and peaceful childhood. He attended St Joseph’s School for the Blind, Drumcondra, and later attended Rosmini Community School where he completed his Leaving Certificate.

Andrew went on to study music at Maynooth University and now sings and play the whistle full time. Passionate about music, he is a member of Fuaimlaoi, a choir based in Dublin’s Clarendon Street.

At 18, while still in school Andrew decided to apply for a guide dog. However, after being assessed he decided along with the guide dog mobility instructor (GDMI) who assessed him, that it was not practical for him at that time to take responsibility for a dog. He continued using the long cane (white stick) which was his mobility aid from birth as he never was able to see.

In 2012 Andrew met his now fiancee Jade who is also a guide dog owner. She has a black Labrador called Yanni. Getting to know Jade and Yanni he quickly realised that having a guide dog would enhance his independence greatly.

“When we decided to find a place of our own I felt the time had come for me to take my application out of abeyance and finally get re-

assessed for a guide dog,” says Andrew.

Finally in November 2014 he trained with his first guide dog Nico, a black lab-retriever cross. Then he moved to a house in Balbriggan and linked in with the local Balbriggan/North County Dublin fundraising and awareness branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.

Over the year in Balbriggan, Andrew has become very active with the local branch of guide dogs, doing school talks, and saying those very important words “thank you” to people who have done fundraisers and supported those fundraisers.

Andrew says he has three loves in his life: singing-music, his partner Jade and his guide dog Nico. In which order we can’t say but ask him if you meet him around the town.

Also go to Balbriggan Parish Church any Sunday to hear Andrew sing as part of the senior choir at the 9.30am mass. The highlight of Andrew’s singing career in Balbriggan came when he was described as the fourth Tenor on the night the Celtic Tenors sang at St Peter and Paul Church. Andrew always has an accompanist with him when he sings at funerals and weddings and is open to requests for his singing abilities.

To contact the local guide dogs’ branch, email guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail.com or call them on 085-7663107.

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Arnold’s passion and love for French and Irish Cuisine are embedded in his roots and he believes that the secret to a great menu is choosing top quality local produce. He says of his appointment “ My dishes are created by culture and simplicity. Joining the Waterside House Hotel is a new challenge for me and one that I am delighted to be given.

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Phoenix take international stage by storm

TAKING ON THE WORLD: Nicole McHugh and Edel Cooke, from Phoenix Baton Twirlers, doing Illusions at the European Club Championships.

Showing guts and determination local athletes Edel Cooke and Nicole McHugh, from Phoenix Baton Twirlers packed their bags recently to represent Ireland at the European Club Championships in France.

After months of meticulous intensive training and years of hard work the girls were ready to stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in Europe.

With beating hearts and batons in hand, Ireland took to the floor, the silence in the crowd adding to the tension of the moment, For the next three minutes and 30 seconds Ireland would take the crowd on an emotional rollercoaster bringing them on a journey of highs and lows, pulling on their heart strings with beautifully timed catches, tricks and formations, culminating in a mix of walk overs and juggles

till they had the crowd standing on their feet, clapping in unison for our athletes.

It was a tight battle with Ireland lying fifth after the semis ahead of Germany but behind our nemesis England, could we beat them in the final?

Then the whisper from judge’s review suggested there was a change about to be announced.

Ireland would move to fourth ahead of the England. The Irish camp went wild.

So finals fast approached and the nerves began to show, batons slipped from once secure hands and tempers began to flare. But as heads began to bow and self-doubt began to creep in, team spirit grew. The squad pulled together, the glances of reassurance to each other, the nod of confidence in warm up, “we are in this together, and nothing is going to stop us”. The heads came up, the shoulders brought back, Ireland stood tall to show

itself on the international stage.

Thirty-eight athletes started this journey, five clubs from across Ireland shared this vision.

Twenty-eight athletes made it to the European Cup. The biggest squad Ireland has ever sent and boy did they do us proud.

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DRESSED TO IMPRESS: Some of the people who took part in the Victorian Style Afternoon.

Ardgillan Castle held a very successful Victorian Style Afternoon recently.

The event included a costume workshop, where participants learned about the change in fashion from the 1800s up until the time of the Rising in Ireland.

They were also invited to try on period costumes and experience what is was like to dress like women at the time.

Laura Thorp, a professional costumer, delivered this fascinating talk, all while dressed in early bustle outfit dating from the 1870s.

Laura enthralled the group with tales of how ladies’ fashion had dramatically changed over time, from the simple regency dress right up to the bustle, which may well be the inspiration for the large derriere look so often modelled on social media these days.

The workshop was followed by afternoon tea in the exquisite drawing room at Ardgillan Castle.

This beautiful room harks back to a time when Ardgillan was a social hub, with the Taylors entertaining in the very same room in the Victorian era.

To round off an enjoyable day participants were brought on a guided tour of the castle where they were enthralled with stories of life in a ‘Big House’.

This was one of the many engaging events in Ardgillan’s 2016 event calendar. Coming up over the next few months are a Storytelling Afternoon and Living History Day for Heritage Week.

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Lights, cameras, action for Remember Us

The cameraman with members and volunteers of Remember Us.

A Balbriggan-based social group for young people and adults with special needs is set to appear on RTE’s Nationwide.

There was great excitement in the area when the cameras rolled into town.

Members of the group became film stars for the day, while Nora and Jean and their families were interviewed for the programme.

Separately, Remember Us have launched a campaign to get their new space at Balbriggan Retail Park fitted out.

Their members’ slogan is: ‘PLEASE HELP US TO MAKE THIS SPACE OUR HOME. WE NEED YOUR CASH TO MAKE THIS DREAM REAL’ As the building is shell and core Remember Us have to start from scratch with work including plumbing, heating and extending the mezzanine.

The group have a mammoth task ahead but with the sheer passion, determination and drive of the members and the support of everyone in the community, this dream will happen.

Visit www.rememberus.ie to see the amazing amount of service they provide to the 250 families registered to date and ways you can help.

If anyone would like to support the group, no matter how big or small, please call Nora on 086-0457003 or email hello@rememberus.

Nora said: “Truly magical things can happen when everyone chips in.”

Remember Us would like to say a BIG THANK YOU to all hose who have supported them to date and especially their patrons - Progressive Credit Union, Andrews Spar, Millfield Shopping, Tony Murphy, Lec n Co Colin Hughes, Country Crest, all their fundraising partners. Visit www. rememberus.ie for a full list of supporters.

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Brian Howard, from Progressive Credit Union, Remember Us’ premier patron, talking to camera outside their headquarters in Balbriggan.

Meanwhile, the six-week summer camp for members has proved to be a huge success once again with members enjoying the wide range of activities organised by the hardworking team.

The parents were also delighted with the respite they received while their son/daughter were out on some of the long days.

Nora wants to say a massive thank you to all their amazing volunteers who have given up so much of their time to support the group’s special members.

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Balbriggan group attends World Youth Day in Krakow

The local group pictured at Krakow Airport, Poland.

A group of 19 young people and leaders from Balbriggan and Skerries Parishes recently attended World Youth Day (WYD) in Krakow, Poland.

It was the first time ever that youths from the parish took part in the international Catholic event which is focused on faith and youth.

Every day was jam-packed with activities such as Catechesis/teaching with other young people from Ireland; visiting some of the historic sites of Krakow; an opening Mass and the Stations of the Cross in Blonia Park; a pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Divine Mercy; and of course, getting to see Pope Francis.

The group was also given the opportunity to pay a solemn visit to Auschwitz. The highlight of the week was a hike to Camp Misericordia, some 18km from Krakow, (along with 1.5 million other

people!) where there was an Evening Vigil with Pope Francis followed by a night of sleeping out under the stars.

The pilgrimage was hugely enjoyed by the whole group. It was fabulous to meet other young people from all over the world and to experience a young and vibrant Church.

Prayer and formal ceremonies were complemented by plenty of fun and time to relax and explore the city.

The young people represented their parishes brilliantly, and their joy and enthusiasm was infectious.

A good measure of the week is that they all want to go to the next World Youth Day in Panama 2019.

Those involved in organising the trip would like to thank all those who sponsored and supported them, and made it possible for them to go to World Youth Day, which was the third WYD held in Central Europe.

A big fundaising drive took place locally in order to fund the trip. The events included a Celtic Tenors concert at St Peter and Paul Church, Balbriggan in April.

The first World Youth Day took place in Rome in 1984. Over 300,000 people from around the world responded to an invitation from the late John Paul 11 to attend an international Jubilee of youth on Palm Sunday in St Peter’s Square.

Since that inaugural event, World Youth Day has been celebrated by over 26 million young people.

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It’s back to school time

By Siobhan White The next couple of weeks are very busy for parents as they get the children ready for back to school. If you have yet to get everything sorted, don’t worry, we’ve got some tips to help you keep your sanity and not go broke!

Uniforms – If you have to get a crested uniform and are strapped for cash, an alternative is to buy a generic jumper/cardigan and have the school crest embroidered on. Bestwear in Drogheda can add crests for any school for €5, to inquire pop into them on Shop st. or call them on 0419836036. We got our son’s Balbriggan school uniform here and saved a fortune by doing it this way.

Shoes – Tesco have a great range of scuff resistant shoes that are sturdy and will last well in winter and will withstand running, playing and climbing!

We tried them last year and they were half the price of the ones we used to buy but they lasted just as well.

Coats – There are loads of offers for winter coats at the moment. Tesco, M&S, Heatons and Mothercare all have great ones. Make sure to buy it a little big, so your child gets the whole year out of it.

Schoolbags – Pulse and Dealz have schoolbags from €5-15. The ones in Pulse are colourful and ideal for girls and Dealz has character ones from €5.

Make sure the bag is big enough to fit the lunchbox and books your child needs and also, make sure the straps are sturdy and not likely to break or open easily. Give it a good tug before you buy, to be sure!

Headlice - is a big problem for all schools and usually, within a week or two of school starting back, there is an outbreak. Boots has a brilliant product called ‘Nitty Gritty’ that you spray on your child’s head each morning before school and it repels headlice. Since we started using it 2 years ago, we have had no outbreaks at all. One bottle will last most of the school year and this is definitely one item we would highly highly recommend!

Lunchboxes – These can be expensive but if you shop around, you can get good ones for around €10. It’s important to make sure your child can open their lunchbox because if it is too hard to open, the teacher may need to help them and that’s not very nice for the child or teacher. A good tip is to bring your child when buying it to make sure its big enough and that they can open it.

Aspergers Teacher Training Course for Balbriggan Friends of Autism & ADHD are holding a two-day Aspergers Teacher Training Course which will take place on September 17 and 24 from 10am to 4pm at Flemington Community Centre, Balbriggan.

This training is open to all teachers, special needs assistants (SNA), childcare workers, carers and parents. Limited places are available.

The themes covered will be: •History of Aspergers Syndrome •Aspergers Syndrome as a medical condition •Recognising Aspergers Syndrome in the classroom •Problems in the areas of English, Maths, History, Geography &Religion.

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Food planner – Juggling breakfasts, lunches and dinners during school can be hard going. You want to give them healthy food but money and time may be limited, so we’ve come up with a weekly family food planner on Mumstown to give parents some tips and recipes to manage this. You can check it out at http://food-and-community.tesco.ie/assets/Meal-PlannerMumstown.pdf (see attached if you want to include Patrick?)

If you would like any more tips, please visit www.mumstown.ie where we have a whole section dedicated to back to school.

And one last thing….don’t forget the tissues for the first morning of school. Whether it is tears or joy or sorrow, you may need them!

Siobhan’s three daughters pictured during a spot of uniform shopping.

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New wastewater pumping station to be built There was some good news locally when Irish Water announced that it is to build a new wastewater pumping station in Skerries.

The station, which will cost €5.1 million, will aim to replace the old water treatment plant in Loughshinny.

The project involves the decommissioning and removal of the existing foul and storm water pumping stations and construction of the new Rush Road Pumping Station and gravity sewers.

The pumping station will be located at Holmpatrick on the Rush Road in Skerries, and the Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) to acquire the necessary land has been confirmed.

Construction is expected to commence in March 2017 and take 18 months to complete.

Dublin Fingal Senator Dr James Reilly (FG) is among the public represenatives who have welcomed

the announcement.

“This is great news for Skerries, Loughshinny and all the surrounding areas,” he said.

“It will make our beaches cleaner and safer as well as support future development.

“The new pumping station and sewers will greatly increase the capacity of the waste network and will reduce overflows into the sea after heavy rain.

“It is also future-proofed, meaning that it is designed to cope with a growing population.’

“Having worked hard to secure funding to upgrade the wastewater infrastructure in Rush, I’m delighted to see that there is funding amounting to €9.7 million to address the issue.”

Senator Reilly added: “These works will permanently stop the discharge of all untreated sewage in the Rush area that has been ongoing for decades.”

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Guide Dogs’ annual Church Gate Collection

The annual Balbriggan/North County Dublin church gate and public places collection for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will take place on the weekend of Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 16, 17 and 18, The collection will take place outside all churches and other public places throughout North County Dublin including, Balbriggan, Skerries, Rush, Lusk, Balscadden, Oldtown-Rolestown, Garristown-Ballamadun, Naul, Damastown, Ballyboughal and the Bingo in Balbriggan.

The Garda permit covers 8pm Friday night to 12 o’clock Sunday.

Tom O’Neill, Guide dog owner and co-chair of the local branch, said: “In particular we would love somebody to volunteer from the Skerries and Rush areas.

“All monies collected go directly to train more guide dogs for blind people and more assistance dogs for families who have a child with autism.

“All collectors are total volunteers and give freely of their time to support the charity and will have a copy of the permit on them for anybody to see.”

Offers of help and support can be given to 085 7663107 or email guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail.com Mr O’Neill added: “We wish to thank everybody for the cooperation we receive with this very important collection especially the parish priests of each parish and An Garda for giving us permission to collect.”

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Heritage Week a big success in Balbriggan

On Sunday, August 21 at 7.30pm, despite the steely skies and persistent drizzle, a crowd of more than 60 people gathered for the Real Balbriggan Heritage Walk organised by Balbriggan Tourism as part of National Heritage Week 2016.

The guided walk, led by the very knowledgeable local historian Dr David Sorensen, was organised in conjunction with a permanent heritage trail which is currently in preparation and will consist of six large display boards placed at key locations in Balbriggan to illustrate the town’s rich history.

Two large-scale story-board banners, specially commissioned by Balbriggan Tourism for Heritage Week 2016, have been placed on the railing of St Peter & Paul’s Church in Balbriggan in celebration of the renowned Irish artist Harry Clarke whose stained glass adorns the Church.

Balbriggan is very fortunate to be the location of such magnificent artwork executed by Clarke at the height of his career.

The two original windows, titled ‘The Widow’s Son’ and ‘The Visitation’, can be viewed inside the Church.

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Linders Renault & Dacia create 12 new jobs Linders Motor Group have expanded its dealerships with a brand new branch at Turvey Business Centre.

Dacia needs along with Aftersales & Service.

The Linders Motor Group have further Linders Renault & Dacia is a family run expanded its dealerships with a brand new branch business established in Smithfield in 1938. The in Turvey Business Centre. business has grown to be one of the longest The new dealership at Turvey Junction, off the established car dealerships in Dublin with R132, has created 12 new jobs in the area with locations now in Chapelizod, Finglas, Pavilions 50% of those jobs taken by locals.

Shopping Centre and Swords Turvey.

The dealership aims to offer those living in WE NEED YOU Over their almost 80 years in business, Linders Swords, Balbriggan, Lusk, Skerries and Donabate have prided themselves on their excellent a handy new location for all their Renault and

customer service and with building customer relationships that have literally lasted a lifetime!

Linders believe in understanding the individual needs of each customer to ensure they select the car that is right for them.

Renault Group has enjoyed huge market growth over the last three years growing their share of the market from 7.3% in 2012 to over 9% in 2016 in cars and vans.

In fact, Renault & Dacia are driving the market with the highest volume growth of any brand year to date up 42% and 23% respectively, helped by the launch of the All-New Renault Kadjar late last year. The All-New Megane has also hit the streets this month just in time for the 162 registrations.

Patrick Magee, Country Operations Manager, Renault Ireland, says: “North Dublin is a very important catchment area for Renault and we are delighted that Linders have expanded with its third new branch in Turvey.

“With almost 80 years in business, the Linders name, of which Renault is very proud to be associated with, has been linked to the very best in customer service and quality in the motor industry.”

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Women’s business network starting in Balbriggan

Members of the Women in Business committee, from l-r, Edel Mc Guinness of EMG Property Consultants, Monica Hickey of McNally’s Funeral Directors, Mary Simons of PJ’s Play Centre and Judith Troy of AIB Bank.

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North Fingal Women in Business are holding their first event in Balbriggan this month.

The initiative will provide an opportunity for women to gather and network, share their own experience and learn from others.

The event is being organised to support business women in the North Fingal area to promote their business and develop new relationships and increase business contacts.

The first event will take place from 7pm to 8.30pm on September 22 at the AIB Bank, Balbriggan.

The event is aiming to give local women an opportunity to showcase their business and in doing so inspire and empower other business women.

Young entrepreneur competition launched If you are aged between 18 and 35 with an outstanding idea/ commercial venture for a start-up or existing business then you are invited to enter a young entrepreneur competition.

Almost any young person with a business idea can enter this competition. It doesn’t matter what your background is.

Maybe you have been to University and researched a business idea, maybe you have always wanted to be your own boss, maybe you want to work for yourself, maybe you have an idea to improve your existing business or maybe you want to return home and set up your business in Ireland?

IBYE is a national competition to find Ireland’s best young entrepreneur.

Applying is simple and there is a €2 million investment fund and targeted business supports on offer to help you turn your business idea into a reality. For more information, visit www.ibye.ie

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Motoring

New Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé on route Proof of Mercedes-Benz’s determination to overtake its rivals and increase its global presence is seen in the launch of yet another new model – this time a coupé-styled version of their all-new GLC, the mid-size SUV that launched in Ireland last December.

Not due here until early September, the new GLC Coupé (pictured) opens up more new ground for Mercedes-Benz, taking its place alongside the GLC – their first ever mid-range SUV in right-hand drive– whilst expanding the portfolio of models built on the C-Class platform - namely the C-Class saloon, estate, coupé and cabriolet.

Following a route already taken by the GLE Coupé – introduced as a sporty edition of the new GLE, the new CLC Coupé is said by Ciaran Allen, sales manager for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars in Ireland, to be a “niche model that will appeal to those seeking an even more sporty version of the GLC itself ”.

From reaction received from dealers, Allen expects it to capture the interest “of those who rate style just as highly as substance”.

Just a few short centimetres longer and lower than the GLC, the new Coupé is strikingly similar to it in terms of its outer appearance, save for its sloping roofline, short rear overhang and

single-louvre grille with star inset and sparkling diamond-finished backing panel. A discreetlypositioned rear underguard reflects its SUV heritage.

Aerodynamically, the new Coupé leads its segment with a 0.31 Cd value. Putting it amongst the best-in-class also - whilst helping to restrict fuel consumption - is a body weight of just 1,710kgs, made possible through an intelligent use of aluminium and a mix of high to ultra-high strength steels.

Inside, passenger space is on a par with the GLC with entrance height, shoulder, elbow

and legroom all identical. Another segmentleading feature is its load compartment which is extendable from 491 to 1400 litres.

Though price, range and specifications relating to models sold in Ireland have yet to be ‘locked and loaded’, it is likely that the new Coupe will launch with a price tag circa €60,000.

The new Coupé will be manufactured by Mercedes-Benz in eight engine variants - 4 petrol and 4 diesels - all EU6 emissions standards compliant. Of these, the GLC 200d Coupe and GLC 220d Coupe will be most suited to the Irish market.

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CRAFT AND FOOD MARKET: The

Coterie Craft and Food Market will start back on the first Friday of September and are looking forward to seeing the local community out to support this little band of crafters and food producers. They really need your support to make it a successful market which will be held on the first Friday of every month in the combined clubs Balbriggan from 10am till 2pm. There will be everything from eggs, cakes, to candle holders, to knitwear. All are welcome.

The Parkrun takes place every Saturday at 9.30am in the grounds of Ardgillan Castle. This is free of charge and all are welcome.

Keep fit while having fun.

GUIDE DOGS’ COLLECTION: The

annual Balbriggan/North County Dublin church gate and public places collection for Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will take place on the weekend of Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 16, 17 and 18.

The collection will take place outside all churches and other public places throughout North County Dublin including Balbriggan, the Naul, Ballyboughal and the Bingo in Balbriggan.

Offers of help and support can be given to 085 7663107 or email guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail. com

UNWANTED GIFTS

The Coterie Market is starting back up in Balbriggan.

The St Vincent De Paul Shop in Swords would appreciate and ask people to consider giving any unwanted gifts to its shop at 1 Castle Shopping Centre, Swords, phone 01-8400752. All donations greatly received and turned into much needed funds. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5.30pm. Free parking is available.

BEREAVEMENT: Swords Bethany

Bereavement Support Group trained members provide support to those grieving after the loss of a loved one. The group meet on the second and last Monday of every month from 7.30pm at the Parish Office, Parochial House, Seatown Road, Swords. This is a free, confidential service that is open to all Fingal residents. Contact Terri on 8403243, Brid on 086-6006397 or Mary on 8402652 for more information.

SCHOOL UNIFORMS:

The St Vincent De Paul Shop in Swords would greatly appreciate new/used wearable uniforms (skirts, shirts, tracksuits, jumpers, trousers, shoes, bags etc) from both Primary and Secondary schoolchildren.

Please donate items to the shop at 1 Castle Shopping Centre, Swords, phone 01-8400752.

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(7) 12. A dull persistent pain. (4) 13. Yield to another’s wish or opinion. (5) 15. Highly excited or amazed. (4) 17. Colour of Mars. (3) 19. An account of the author’s personal experiences. (6) 21. A person in charge of prisoners. (6) 22. Latitudes of roaring westerly winds. (7) 23. Morally bad or wrong. (6) 25. It’s in the eye of the beholder.

(6) 28. A unit of play in tennis. (3) 30. Japanese wrestling. (4) 31. Project through the air. (5) 32. Money container in a shop. (4) 35. Hair cleansing agent. (7) 36. Believe on uncertain grounds (7) 37. Stadium structures for fans. (6) 38. Taking a formal meal. (6)

2. Elderly parent of the Old Testament. (7) 3. His daughters were Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. (4) 4. What you seek here. (6) 5. Moved unobtrusively or furtively.

(6) 6. A walking stick. (4) 7. Sat or reclined comfortably. (7) 8. Remove offensive capability. (6) 9. A mendicant. (6) 14. Turn an oar parallel to the water between pulls. (7) 16. Small high-pitched flutes in marching bands. (5) 18. Containers heard in court. (5) 20. A long thin implement. (3) 21. An intricate trap that entangles or ensnares its victim. (3) 23. The most knowledgeable. (6) 24. An agreement and a small cosmetic case. (7) 26. Mythical animal with a single horn. (7) 27. Uttered a sudden loud cry. (6) 28. New branches. (6) 29. Threw carelessly, as a coin. (6) 33. A unit of length based on the width of the expanded human hand.

(4) 34. A tournament in which both professionals and amateurs may play.

(4)

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Beauty, 28. Set, 30. Sumo, 31. Throw, 32. Till, 35. Shampoo, 36. Suppose, 37. Stands, 38. Dining.

Down: 2. Abraham, 3. Lear, 4. Answer, 5. Sidled, 6. Cane, 7. Lounged, 8. Disarm, 9. Beggar, 14. Feather, 16. Fifes, 18. Cases, 20. Rod, 21. Web, 23. Wisest, 24. Compact, 26. Unicorn, 27. Yelled, 28. Shoots, 29. Tossed, 33. Span, 34. Open.

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