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What exactly is the definition of community?

In an article in the American Journal of Community Psychology the term ‘community’ has been defined as ‘ A feeling that members have of belonging, a feeling that members matter to one another and to the group,’ We in this country are famous worldwide for our caring attitude and nature towards each other and to others and at no time is that more obvious than in summertime when a lot of our community/ voluntary and sporting organisations take part in lots of charity fundraising activities. These we at ‘Locals’ magazines not only promote but actively support. Based on our many years experiences in our communities we recognise that there are many therapeutic benefits to community activities not only in a monetary sense but in the sense of well being and belonging. Community is not only about residency of an area, village or town, but also about supporting each other whether thats caring for a neighbour or shopping locally as well as playing your part in the local charitable/ voluntary and sporting organisations. It is also about integrating in activities which not only benefit you and your family but those of your neighbours and friends as well. We as a community based magazine are committed to promoting all such activities and none more so than at this time of the year. At present we all are experiencing rising prices as internationally fuel prices rise and the war in Ukraine raises grain prices amongst other things.

However one thing seems to be obvious which is that local service suppliers and retailers are not only striving to keep prices low and offer value for money as they did during the heyday of the pandemic but also are showing in a practical sense what it is to be a part of a community. As the phsychologists article also said we have - ‘ a shared faith that members’ needs will be met through commitment to be together.’ It is that commitment that strengthens and binds our residents across Fingal into the wonderful ‘community’ we have today. Please have a great July and keep supporting our local suppliers, retailers and charitable voluntary and sporting organisations.

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LSA members Summer Camp this month

Summer Break 8th June

Womens mini marathon

Our current Couch to 5k group who graduated on June 18th 2022

LSA Juvenile training has ended for the summer break.

If you are interested in signing up your child born in 2015 or older, please contact Heather on lambaysportsathletics@ gmail.com Thanks to all our coaches and volunteers during the year and see you all in the Autumn. We have a 3 day summer camp on 19th, 20th and 21st July, check it out at lambaysportsathletics. clubzap.com/pages/summercamp-2022.Our Adult section continues all year around catering for all abilities from absolute beginner to advanced marathon runners and track and field competition. For more details check out our webpage on lambaysportsathletics.ie.

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Johnston welcomes new access to Newbridge Demesne, Donabate

Corina Johnston Labour Party Area Representative has welcomed the commitment from Fingal County Council for the much needed pedestrian access into Newbridge Demesne off the Hearse Road. We wrote to the CEO on 10th February requesting that this project be given the priority it deserves. We also requested a footpath be provided from the new bus stop to the pedestrian crossing on health and safety grounds.”

Johnston said:”I wish to compliment the role played by the residents of Semple Woods in this campaign and for their persistence on such an important health and safety issue for themselves and their children. I am delighted to have received the following response to a question submitted by my colleague Cllr Seána Ó Rodaigh to a recent

council meeting on my behalf in respect of the proposed new entrance. The Council’s reply said, “Following on from a meeting on the Hearse Road at the entrance to Semple Woods Estate by staff from the Operations Department, Planning and Strategic Infrastructure Department and Active Travel the following list of works were identified. The current plan is to try and get all works completed by the end of Q4 2022.

As the works are not included in any current work programme it will be necessary to prepare drawings/ specifications for works/ materials to be used and to arrange procurement. • Travelling towards Donabate install new footpath and heritage bollards from new bus stop to the

pedestrian crossing.

(1) Open existing gate in Newbridge to allow pedestrian access to the Demesne, (2) Construct new footpath within the Demesne to link with existing path, (3) Move the 50KPH signage south of new bus stop, (4) Remove barriers at crossing and install new barriers at the entrance into the Demesne.

Consideration will also be given to the inclusion of two traffic calming ramps on the Hearse Road at Semple Woods in future Programme of Works.” Johnston concluded; “I am very pleased with the commitment given to carry out the works outlined above which should see the new access in operation by the end of the year.

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Cycling Without Age Brings Joy of Cycling to Older People Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the launch of Cycling Without Age Fingal, which officially began with a celebratory cycle at St. Catherine’s Park, Lucan on Wednesday, 18 May. Cycling Without Age is a movement that started in Denmark in 2012, led by social entrepreneur Ole Kassow. Ole wanted to help older people get back on their bicycles, but needed a solution to their limited mobility.The answer was a trishaw and he started offering free bike rides to the local nursing home residents.Trishaw bikes offer a very comfortable cycling experience for passengers and cyclists with deep, secure seats designed for maximum safety and electric power assistance helping the cyclist to efficiently manage the load as they move. The Cycling Without Age initiative isn’t just about cycling, it is about meeting the social needs of older people by providing social connection and inclusion.There are 4 locations for Cycling Without Age Trishaws in Fingal. Located at St. Catherine’s Park, the Baldoyle Portmarnock

Greenway, South Strand Skerries and in Northwood Demesne where Fingal County Council have partnered with Dublin City University. These 4 local schemes provide an array of opportunities for nursing homes, older persons’ organisations and individuals who want to feel the wind in their hair on a refreshing open-air cycle.

Since 2021 Fingal County Council has been recruiting and training volunteers, also known as trishaw pilots, for this exciting scheme.

Our older people have often grown up with cycling a major feature of their youth and it’s great to be giving those same people a chance to return to that feeling again.

Cycling is a healthy social outlet for people of any age and can be an ideal tool to manage stress and combat isolation. We’re really looking forward to seeing the trishaws in use across Fingal.’At present trishaw cycle slots are bookable online via the Fingal County Council website and interested people are encouraged to contact active.travel@fingal.ie for more information.

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The Very Least That You Should Know

By Dave Kavanagh During a consultation with new clients recently, I asked if they had serious illness cover in place. They said that they did. When I asked for the details, they were unsure so searched for their policy details. It turned out that they had PPI (Payment Protection Insurance) and misinterpreted the word “illness” somewhere in the description. They did not have serious illness cover. (The PPI “might” have paid out a few hundred euro towards their mortgage payment if the person covered was out of work due to illness or injury and only after a 2 month period and then stopped after 12 months, whereas serious illness cover can pay out a tax free lump sum on diagnosis of one of the conditions covered). It was yet another reminder that most people do not know the important details of plans that they pay regularly for. As people’s circumstances change, it’s important to be up to date with knowing what you are actually paying for. Here is the very least that you should know about any protection plans that you have in place: Life Cover: How much cover is there? When does it expire? Is it dual or joint? Does it have a conversion option? Is it level, increasing or decreasing? How much does it cost?

Income Protection: What is the deferred period? (The length of time you have to be off

work due to illness or injury before payments commence). What level of cover do I have? Up to what age will payments continue if I could never return to work again? How much does it cost?

Have I claimed my tax relief ? (I.P. premiums are tax deductible).

Serious Illness Cover: A.K.A. Critical Illness Cover or Specified Illness Cover. What level of cover do I have? Is it stand alone or accelerated cover? Is it dual or joint? When does it expire? Do I have the option to extend cover without further medical evidence? If you don’t know those details, it’s time to get out the paperwork and find out.

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Launch of “ Blue Flag” and Green Coast Award for Donabate beach

Cllr. Paul Mulville, Mayor Seána O Rodaigh, Chief Executive FCC Ann Marie Farrelly, and Cllr.

Adrian Henchy at the launch of the Blue Flag, Green Coast award, Donabate beach

Cllr Adrian Henchy has said he is, “ Immensely proud and it was a great honour to have been joined by the the Mayor of Fingal Cllr Seána Ó Rodaigh, Chief Executive of Fingal County Council Ann Marie Farrelly, my Council colleague Cllr. Paul Mulville along with the Operations Dept, An Taisce, Community representatives and the staff from the local Shoreline Hotel for the official launch of both the Blue Flag and Green coast award for Balcarrick beach Donabate recently.” The Councillor said, “ 2016 was the last time Donabate beach held the Blue Flag status so it has taken 6 years to regain this much respected and coveted beach award.Blue Flag criteria include standards for quality, safety, environmental education and information, the provision of services and general environmental management criteria.

The Blue Flag is sought for beaches, marinas, and sustainable boating tourism operators as an indication of their high environmental and quality standards.” Five beaches nationally were awarded both a blue flag and a green coast award for the 2022 season which were Balcarrick Beach, Donabate, Dublin; Ballinskelligs in Kerry; Salthill and Silverstrand in Galway City and Trá Inis Oírr in Galway. Cllr Henchy added, “ With that in mind it was a double celebration recently with Donabate beach being the only Dublin beach to obtain both the “ Blue Flag” and Green Coast award. Great credit has to go to everyone involved from our local community volunteers, Fingal County Council, Clean Coasts/An Taisce and indeed many more, too many to mention for regaining this very important recognition of both beach cleanliness and high levels of Water quality. Finally I wish to express my thanks also to the Operations Department of Fingal County Council who carried out some improvement works at the entrance to Balcarrick beach including footpath improvements to improve getting onto the beach especially for disability/mobility impaired users of the beach and also the installation of beach shower facilities near the entrance. These small improvements will hopefully in a small way improve all users experiences at Balcarrick beach, Donabate,” Cllr Henchy concluded.

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Festival Time Again soon on the Peninsula

Deputy Mayor of Fingal, Cllr.

Daniel Whooley, Emer Weston, Mairead Dempsey, Peig McManus and Catherine Hartnett.

Members of The Bleeding Pig Cultural Festival continue to prepare for your Community Festival in September.

Blanchardstown Library is sending their Sensory Collection over to Donabate Library during the festival. Fergus and his staff in Donabate library are preparing a sensory friendly event to take place during the Festival.Some more events to look forward to..

James Bond Casino Royale themed night in Balcarrick Golf Club, the Launch of the Lambay Cinema Club, Mol an Óige, local band Santoria.More on these next month.Don’t forget our fundraising Festival Quiz in Keelings on Thursday 25th August at 8.30pm. The Festival Committee recently received one of the Fingal County Council Mayor’s Awards. The awards ceremony was held in the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Santry, and many local voluntary groups were recognised and commended for their contribution to society in Fingal.

The Bleeding Pig Cultural Festival has not taken place for the last 2 years due to Covid-19, but the festival is back, bigger and better than ever this year! Running from Thursday September 8th, to Sunday September 18th, the festival programme promises something to suit all tastes and age groups. From Craft Workshops for all ages to Ceili dancing, Gala concerts to Short films, and Bio-Diversity Walks to a Casino night, there will be something to satisfy all cultural tastes.All events in the Bleeding Pig Cultural Festival are free of charge, but some events must be booked in advance through Eventbrite. Please keep an eye on the festival FaceBook page for details of booking, from about mid-August.

The festival will host a fund-raising Pub Quiz in Keelings Lounge, Donabate on Thursday August 25th. Tickets for the quiz are €10, available at the door on the night or in advance from Emer on 0863691871.Come along and join in with some of the events and let’s welcome the Bleeding Pig Cultural Festival back to the peninsula!

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From Christmas Tree to Hospice Blankets - AAfA and ICA

Knitted and Crocheted Christmas tree from 2020

Some ICA members who have converted all the tree squares into blankets

You may well be wondering what on earth a Christmas Tree is doing on a page of this magazine in July . Th e answer is fairly simple… re-cycling and community activity at its very best! Back in the autumn/winter of 2020 when we were deep in Covid times, Inclusion Week led to the suggestion of a knitted Christmas tree to be created and to be displayed in DPCC. Some Active Age for All women and some of their friends began the work on creating a hand-knitted and crocheted Christmas tree. All old scraps of wool were dug out of cupboards and bags and shared around and needles began to click.The result was a very different tree that brought people together just when they needed to see each other and to complete a creative project. Some members of Men’s shed helped with the frame and eventually DPCC had an alternative tree to celebrate this coming together project. The local ICA women offered to take the squares when the tree was unassembled and offered to take the project a step further and to make blankets from them and to give them to the Hospice. With lockdowns in 2021, this became a really challenging job. ICA were not able to meet as often as they wanted (they meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month in the portacabin at DPCC) but were able to pass the squares around members and they put together 5 blankets in all. These have been delivered to the Hospice and they are thrilled with them and have remarked on how warm and colourful they are for patients to use when they are able to sit out. To the women (and men) who made this happen, congratulations on your creativity.

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Donabate Quilters sewing for Holles St Neo Natal Unit

Liz, Linda, and Maura outside the hospital.

Quilted incubator cover leaving access to the baby.

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Maura beside the empty incubator with quilt covering.

Donabate quilters are a sewing group who meet on Tuesday evenings 7:45 -9:45 pm in the portacabin at Donabate Community Centre from September to end of May. When last March Olive, who is one of our members, mentioned that her daughter Dr. Caoimhe Costigan had worked with the National Neonatal Transport Team, and that they used small baby quilts to cover the incubators while transporting the babies. She also mentioned that the Neonatal Unit at Holles Street Hospital was very interested in using quilts on their incubators also. We discussed this at our class and quickly decided it was a very worthwhile project and that we would be delighted to make the quilts.

We liaised with Dr. Carmel Moore, Neonatologist at Holles Street Hospital, she explained what type of quilts were required, measurements, and types of fabric.

She also explained the function of the quilts. The incubator covers are important because babies born early or unwell are sensitive to light, before 32 weeks the eyelids are

very thin and their pupils cannot constrict, we try to control the level of lighting depending of a baby’s stage of development and sensitivity.

This also helps to develop sleep rhythms that are important for growth and brain development. So knowing this important information and exactly what was required, we got busy designing, cutting, sewing and quilting. And 2 months later, we had 22 beautiful quilts of various designs and colours ready for the Neonatal unit. On the 8th of June, 3 of our members: Maura Porter, Liz Downey, and Linda Harford brought the quilts to Holles Street Hospital, where they were met by Dr. Carmel Moore. To demonstrate its function, she placed a quilt on to an empty incubator to show how the light would be reduced while still allowing access to the baby. The Donabate Quilters were very happy to be involved in such a worthwhile project; making quilts that were colourful, functional, and a practical aid to the Neonatal unit. Please note it is important to stress that the incubator is empty in the photos.

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Fitness

It’s never too late to improve your health

Ciaran Russell There are 6 months gone in 2022, already! I have 6 simple ways for you to get back on track with your health goals and make some progress toward achieving them by the end of this year.

My advice here is to implement these over the course of July and not all at once. If you try to go all-in at the start of the month, you may get overwhelmed and give up, leaving you back at the start again.First, start keeping a food diary.

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end of the first week take some time to read it.

Next, increase your water intake. Being hydrated is very important for many bodily functions and will improve your energy levels. Get a water bottle and keep it beside you all the time. Aim for 1 litre of water for every 25kg that you weigh.Then start to walk more. You don’t have to hits 10,000 steps a day but gradually increase your step count from where it is now.Next, start taking a look at your sleep. Aim for at least 7 hours per night. And if you want 7 hours you’ll probably have to give yourself an 8-hour window to get it. Once you’ve implemented these 4 habits, then you can start to look at exercise and protein. Find some sort of exercise you enjoy doing and do it 2-4 times per

week. Whether it’s going to the gym, playing a sport or something else. Do something you find challenging and gets your heart rate up. Protein is generally not eaten enough by most people.

Things like greek yoghurt, eggs, lean meat, beans & lentils and fish. If you are over 60, 1.2 grams per kg of body weight would suffice. However, if you are younger and are exercising regularly, especially in the gym you should aim for between 1.6g - 2.2g of protein per kg of bodyweight. If nothing else taking care of the first 4 things above will have a big impact on how you feel and your health.Follow me on Instagram for more tips for simplifying weight loss and improving fitness, @ ciaranrussellcoaching.

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Wondering how to keep the children busy this summer?

By Siobhan O’Neill White Are you wondering how to keep the children busy this summer? Check out our outdoor & indoor activity recommendations here on mams. ie. On sunny days, explore the Japanese gardens, get up close to world class thoroughbreds, enjoy the children’s play area, fairy trail and fantastic restaurant at The Irish National Stud. Learn the history of the Vikings with a trip to Dublinia, it’s fun and educational. SkyPark Carlingford is brilliant for adventurous families. Climbing walls, zipwires, archery, footgolf and more. I bravely did their biggest zipwire (amidst much screaming), while my children cheered me on! Great family fun and Carlingford is so beautiful, why not stay over at the Four Seasons hotel nearby.Planning a daytrip to the beach? Please only visit beaches with lifeguards and stay close to shore. Older children may think it safe to swim out, but please

explain that invisible dangerous currents can pull swimmers under quickly, so always keep your children in your eyeline. My daughters were playing in the sea last year when my youngest stepped in a hole in the sand, and the seawater immediately came up to her neck. We got her out quickly, but it was a stark reminder that the sea is dangerous and unpredictable, so please be careful.On rainy days, there’s lots to do at home.

Origami sounds tricky but is quite easy. Our son spent hours doing Origami with his late Nanna, creating treasured memories. You can pick up child friendlyOrigami kits from The Works Stores Ilac SC. Another fun indoor activity is collecting and paintingstones or seashells. It takes hours for the kids to wash, dry and paint the stones/shells and all you need is child friendly paint and lots of newspaper underneath!Decorating their bedroom is a fun project for children. Let them get creative picking paint colours and accessories, like

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The Arc Cinema Drogheda has parent & baby movie mornings running where you can bring your baby/toddler into the movie. Lights are dimmed, sound lowered and there is space for buggies.Contact siobhan@mumstown.ie to be added to mailing list. They also do a great deal for family cinema visits; 2 adults & 2 children, or (1 adult and 3 children), get movie entry, popcorn, sweets and drinks for €39.95. Great value, especially if you are on a budget. mams.ie Shortlisted for Golden Spider Award & Infant & Maternity Award. As seen on RTE and Virgin Media Ireland & Weekend AM. As heard onToday FM’s Ian Dempsey & Dermot & Dave; RTE’s Ray D’Arcy Show, 98FM, LMFM Late Lunch, WLRFM & Shannonside FM

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140g prawns 1 red pepper 5 (closed cup) mushrooms 1/2 cucumber (200g) 3 scallions 6 sun-stream tomatoes 30g pine nuts- toasted 75g mixed leaves (Spinach, Wild rocket, Red chard, Ruby Chard) Optional could add: red onion, beetroot Dressing of your choice or mix

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(in a food processor/blender): 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 30mls extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon sesame seeds.

Method 1.Prepare and chop the salad ingredients and make the dressing as directed above.

2.Cook prawns as per instructions on food label.

3.Marinate prawns in the salad dressing as you assemble the other chopped salad

ingredients in a serving dish.

4.Add the prawns and dressing and toss the contents of the salad around in the serving dish to mix the dressing and prawns throughout.

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Local Sports

The Clash of the Ash Hit St Pats Donabate

The Mini All Ireland Football tournament is a regular annual feature on the schedule of events at St Donabate. In June 2019 a hurling version of the tournament was introduced. Covid restrictions meant that the inaugural tournament was unable to run in the years after its first launch.

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compete for the coveted Cup winner’s trophy.

games to proceed with great support on the side

boys and girls sections, the hurling event sought

temporary county allegiances. The quality of the

With the football tournament launching separate to do the same. With camogie in its infancy in

the club, the U11 girls its inaugural team, it is a

testament to the rapid development of the sport

that well over 100 girls applied to compete in the camogie section across a number of age groups.

Despite changeable weather conditions during the week of the tournament, which was held

leading up to the June bank holiday weekend,

the best of the weather held out to allow all the

lines as parents and supporters cheered on their games meant there were some really exciting

group stage games and penalty shoot outs were

required in many sections to determine placings for finals day. The sun shone bright on Friday’s

finals evening as the competition came to a close.

There was a great atmosphere around the grounds as both the cup and shield finals took place after which winners were crowned and goodie bags devoured by all.

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1. Brusque in manner. (6) 5. The force used in pushing. (6) 10. Mythical one-horned beast. (7) 11. Examine one against another. (7) 12. Popular successes. (4) 13. A prisoner with no hope of release. (5) 15. A tournament for both amateurs and professionals. (4) 17. Common command for a dog.

(3) 19. Nelson’s support in Dublin. (6) 21. A widely known person. (6) 22. A performance to raise money for a charitable cause. (7) 23. Moved rapidly on Dublin public transport. (6) 25. What Fridays child is known for. (6) 28. Circulate air around the enthusiastic devotee. (3) 30. It’s used to get blood or plasma into the body. (4) 31. Sign for subtraction. (5) 32. Morally bad or wrong.. (4) 35. The Brassica associated with bacon. (7) 36. Herb tea - do it or die! (7) 37. Little sugary treats. (6) 38. Get enjoyment from a spicy condiment. (6)

2. City twinned with Dublin by the Normans. (7) 3. Strange things in the sky. (4) 4. The Wimbledon game. (6) 5. A piece of paper for entry, travel or participation! (6) 6. The Eternal City. (4) 7. Hair cleansing agent. (7) 8. An arm exercise. (4,2) 9. Finest hides mock attacks. (6) 14. In frame to extinguish the conflagration. (7) 16. Trade name of a company that produces musical recordings. (5) 18. Language of the ancient Romans.

(5) 20. The colour of rage. (3) 21. The leaf for Adam and Eve. (3) 23. Reason by logic. (6) 24. What the pot of gold is buried under. (7) 26. Asks someone to attend. (7) 27. Played 18 holes. (6) 28. People who get things sorted out.

(6) 29. A short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program. (6) 33. Recently deceased and not on time. (4) 34. Holding place. (4)

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