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Local News

Dowling outlines key priorities for donabate Local election candidate for Donabate and Portrane Bob Dowling (FG) has outlined his priorities for the area in the final weeks of his election campaign. Mr Dowling, a community activist for 22 years, said he was greatly encouraged by the positive reception he has received from residents when canvassing over the last number of months. “I am genuinely humbled by the positivity that I have received from local people in Donabate and Portrane while I have been campaigning. It is clear that people want change, and I can deliver that change”, he stated.

Outlining his key concerns, Mr Dowling said that sustainable development has been a priority for him for many years. Dowling also spoke of his commitment to delivering a permanent solution to the issue of coastal erosion at Portrane beach, which is an issue that he has been working on for many years. “The current temporary solution at Portrane beach is welcome, however it is just that; temporary. My immediate priority for Portrane is a permanent solution to combat coastal erosion. Education

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provision is a key priority is a growing area and Dowling’s experience in the campaign for the Donabate Community College coupled with his professional qualifications in school planning is crucial going forward in educational provision.

Policing and Garda resources are another issue of concern for Dowling, and he said he would be continuing to work for better Garda resources for Donabate and Portrane.

“In the short term I want to see a regular Garda presence in order to deter antisocial behaviour, and I am working to ultimately deliver a Garda station for the Donabate and Portrane area”.

Finally, Mr Dowling noted many other issues, but reassured voters that he was a committed, experienced and devoted individual with a track record of delivering for the community. “ I respectfully ask that people give me their number one vote on May 24th, in order to elect an experienced and honest individual who will fight for the people of this area to Fingal County Council”, he concluded.

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Local News

Guide Dogs -We urgently need your help!

Recently a premises in our area closed down and they had a large collection dog in it. See our picture of the large collection dog attached.Would anybody reading this know of a premises anywhere we might be able to put him into? It could be a hotel bar or hotel foyer. It could be a small shopping center.

Where ever there is a fairly decent footfall of people is where we would like it to be placed.If you have any idea at all of a place feel free to email us on guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail.com or contact us on 0857663107We have people who read this magazine right across North County Dublin and wider than that so wherever you are and if you know of a spot we want to hear from you.

Please let us know the spot you have in mind for it.These dogs have the facility to be locked down in case they might be stolen.The dogs are emptied on a very regular basis and officially receipted So now all we want is a home for this lovely attractive piece of furniture and a lovely simple fundraiser for guide dogs.Also we need your help to make Guide Dog Day on Friday 10 May a success.Our branch of guide dogs Balbriggan\north county Dublin branch has got permission off Supervalu Skerries on 10th May to sell the new guide dog pins and wrist bands inside the store. If you want to offer help especially if you live in the Skerries area, give us a call or an email. The children of Skerries community college are doing a sponsored walk for us on Wednesday 8th of May as part of guide dog day.Our branch of guide dogs need suggestions of where to put some boxes of pins. Could you take one into your office? Or to your canteen at work? Please contact us on guidedogsbalbriggan@gmail.com or 0857663107. Thank you

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Local News

County Council’s Chief Executive appointed as HSE Director General The Chief Executive of Fingal County Council, Paul Reid, has been appointed as the new Director General of the Health Service Executive. He will leave his position on May 13 after the final monthly meeting of the current Council.

Announcing his departure to councillors and staff today, Mr Reid said: “It is both an honour and a privilege to have been appointed to such an important role that impacts on the lives of everyone in the state. However, it will certainly be with a heavy heart that I will leave Fingal County Council. I can say for sure that being in the role as Chief Executive of Fingal, for the past five years, has been the best and most fulfilling job that I have had in my career to date.I have had the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life of all of the people, business and communities of Fingal that we serve.We have achieved a lot over the last five years.

I was delighted when I came in 2014 to find a body of councillors who were committed to the Council’s vision of making Fingal the place of choice in Ireland to live, work, visit and do business.

Over the past five years there was always a willingness to find the best solution for the people of Fingal.The quality, commitment and calibre of staff in Fingal made my job extremely rewarding.

Fingal County Council is highly respected across a whole range of stakeholders for being a highly innovative and “can do” council.

He added, “I have been truly honoured to hold this position and I hope that I too have played my part, along with the elected members and our excellent staff, in making this such a great county.”

Mr Reid will lead the Executive into the Council meetings in April and May before a new Council is elected on May 24. An interim Chief Executive will be appointed shortly to lead the Council while the Public Appointments Service recruit Mr Reid’s successor.

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Finance

What the Banks don’t want you to know!

By Dave Kavanagh Most people use banks for a variety of services and products for convenience. In many cases, people assume that their bank is giving them the most suitable products for the best value but is that really the case? Quite often, a bank is limited in the range of options it has to offer but won’t necessarily tell you this because they want you to buy their products and make them more profit. Some of the most common areas where we see this being the case, include mortgage protection, life & serious illness cover, home insurance, personal loans and current accounts.

When people apply for mortgages (usually the biggest financial obligation you will probably have in your life) the associated products required can seem secondary in comparison and quite often, the bank arranges to put these other products in place for you.

In many cases the bank is tied to just one company’s offering, for example with mortgage protection, so they are not in a position to offer you alternative mortgage protection that could be much cheaper. You are under no obligation to take out any such products with the bank that provides your mortgage. Even if you did so some years back, you can still compare today and if you can get mortgage protection that is sufficient to cover your remaining balance and term and it is cheaper than what you are paying, you are quite entitled to replace it. This is usually more noticeable with personal life or serious illness cover, as the premium will usually

be higher, leading to a larger saving. The same is often the case with home insurance where we see people who have their home insurance premium deducted with their mortgage payment so just leave it as it is, when in fact, they can be paying close to double what they could be insuring their home by shopping around each year.

With competition in banking meaning that options constantly change, it is well worth researching alternatives to make sure you are getting the best value.

A €20 per month saving on a mortgage protection plan with 20 years remaining, is €4,800 in total! People will often take the time to compare products in a supermarket to see if one option is a few cents cheaper than another but yet not take the time to compare things that are deducted by direct debit despite the potential of much larger savings. It really is worth taking a little time to make sure you are getting the best value for your hard-earned money. It’s far better in your pocket!

Dave Kavanagh QFA has been advising people financially for over 25 years. For quotes or information (with no cost or obligation) he can be contacted by emailing info@financialcompanion.ie or use the contact form on www.financialcompanion.ie or phone 087-6414570.

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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Local News

Road Safety at Roadworks campaign launched David Storey, Director of Services, Operations Department said: “Improving safety at roadworks takes real collaboration across the roads industry, and I am delighted that these companies have come together to jointly support this campaign.

It epitomises the spirit of co-operation that exists in our supply chain on this important issue as we continue our work to ensure that nobody comes to harm as a result of working for or on behalf of Fingal County Council.“ DRIVERS If you drive a vehicle, at some point you’ll drive through roadworks. Follow these safety tips: Adhere the speed limit on display,Follow the temporary road signage in place,Stay alert for the roadworkers and machinery.Keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front.Do not break the red light or ignore a flagman stop sign.

A line of cones won’t stop a speeding car but you can: A Road Safety reminder from Fingal County CouncilEvery year there are hundreds of incursions into roadworks which put road workers’ lives at risk and lead to deaths and serious injury.

This has spurred local authorities from around Ireland to join forces to take action.

An Orange Cone Safety Zone Week campaign, which has its focus on the lack of awareness of some drivers that roadworks are a place of work for thousands of people and that all of us have a right to expect a safe working environment, is being launched by local authority road safety officers from around the country.

ROADWORKERS The following are key elements of temporary traffic control management in roadworks: Training-All persons working on roads should be trained on how to work safely near public traffic namely by completing the Health and Safety at Roadworks on Roads (1 Day) and/or Signing, Lighting & Guarding (3 day) course. Make yourself visible- All workers should always wear high-visibility clothing during roadworks. Traffic management-Suitable traffic management must be in place to safeguard workers and members of the public.Work areas- Must be clearly marked and must be protected with buffer or safety zones.

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Home Cook Recipes

Brilliant Baguette Bake Ingredients The below quantities makes 1 serving. Increase the quantities for more than 1 person.

• 2 pieces of a Baguette or other bread • 4 tablespoons tinned tomatoes • 2 cloves of garlic

• 1 handful fresh basil leaves • 8 strips of pepper

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Method 1.Preheat the oven to 200’c.

2. Place the baguette slices into the oven at 180’c for 3-4minutes.

3.Meanwhile heat the chopped tomatoes and garlic on the hob.

Stir in the basil.

4.Remove baguettes from the oven and spoon the tomato mixture onto the baguette slices.

5.Place 4 strips of red pepper and 2 red onion rings on top.

6.Put the prepared slices into the oven for 4minutes at 180’c then sprinkle the grated cheese on top and allow it to melt over

another 4minutes in the oven until crispy.

Optional side salad to add vibrant colour!

The salad in this picture contains spinach, red pepper,red onion and balsamic vinegar dressing.

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Local Sport

Round Towers Super Easter Camp was a great success

Easter Camp Group 2019

We had a great turnout for our Easter Camp which went ahead after a bit of a delay due to the weather. A little bit of rain wasn’t going to dampen our little superstars’ spirits.With great support from our skilled coaches, the children got stuck into their hurling and football training with plenty of fun throughout the week. Each of the boys and girls were rewarded for their hard work and enthusiasm with a well-deserved Easter Egg left by the Round Towers Easter Bunny! Our Nursery runs every Saturday in Thomas Ashe Park from 10.45am to 12.00pm for boys & girls aged 4 to 7 years.We always welcome new players.

Well Done to our Round Towers Girls Clara Finnegan, Jessica Napper & Maria Ferguson who represented Dublin in the Breda Curran U13 Development Tournament which took place on 30th March 2019.Breda Curran was a hugely respected member of the Ladies Gaelic Football Association and sadly passed away in February 2018. This tournament was a tribute to this wonderful lady and Round Towers Lusk were very proud to be represented in the Tournament.

Coach Ciaran Murphy with group at the Easter Camp

Through the hoops at the Easter Camp

Round Towers Girls Clara Finnegan, Jessica Napper & Maria Ferguson who represented Dublin.

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Easter Camp kids on the ball

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Marathons and Competitions

News & Events

It was a busy period for Lusk Athletic Club club with many athletes taking part in lots of events and competitions including the National Competitions in Athlone. Congratulations especially to Our Fit4Life group who enjoyed a successful graduation 5k at Donabate parkrun and already this year club membership has grown to record levels.

Richard Foy taking part in the Connemara Half Marathon

Eabha McNally on the way to a pole vault bronze medal at the Nationals at Athlone.I.T

Eimear McBride in Shot Putt action at the Nationals at Athlone.I.T

Johnny Holland running the Connemara Marathon in a great time of 3 hours 17 mins

Grace Codd in pole vault action at the Nationals at Athlone.I.T

Junsa Taekwondo Club News Deery Selected For Irish Team Junsa Taekwondo has been busy as usual with competitions at home and abroad. Recently one of the clubs members , Conor Deery was selected for the Senior National Team to represent Ireland at the Senior World Taekwondo Championships . What an honour!

Nicole and Charlie get to train with Konstantina and Fani from Greece, who are both Junior Olympic winners and were guests at our club.

Conor (in red) fights Jordanian champion at the German Open G1, where Conor secured his place on the Senior National Team with his performances.

Jemma ( in Blue) showing her skills at local competition and takes silver medal.

Training with the best , coach Nikos from Greece training at our club in Lusk

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Darragh takes Gold at local competition

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Then send the completed crossword and your answer by email, with your name, address and telephone number to communitylocals@gmail. com before 5pm on May 16. The first correct entry to be drawn will win €250..

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1. I hailed Ma to find the coastal town. (8) 6. Public representative. (10) 13. Spent time doing nothing. (5) 14. Kind of stew that is cooked slowly in an oven.

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45. Take to one’s heels, make a break for it. (4) 46. A private teacher for a single student or a small group. (5) 48. A mischievous child. (3) 50. Not well, feeling poorly. (3) 52. The remains of a building after suffering damage or disintegration. (4) 54. Aromatic spice and a Medieval spiked metal club. (4) 56. Confidant, protected against change. (7) 59. A light meal in the middle of the day. (5) 60. A bagel haul looks so ludicrous as to be amusing. (9) 61. An illegal, unusual, or entertaining activity. (5) 62. Unable to reach agreement because neither side will budge. (10) 63. Obtain something by force, threats, or other unfair means. (8)

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11. They study, interpret and record the past. (10) 12. Series of printings of a book. (8) 17. Make a word or name shorter but still representing the whole word. (10) 21. Joined the choir invisible, passed away. (8) 22. Ancient weapon that fires a short arrow with great force. (9) 24. Offences against religious or moral laws. (4) 26. Having no one else present. (5) 28. Secretly listen to a conversation. (9) 29. Extremely wicked or cruel acts, often involving physical violence and injury. (10) 32. Disappears suddenly and completely. (8) 35. Serious and immediate danger. (5) 38. Elastic straps fastened to the top of stockings to hold them up. (10) 39. Wide ditch surrounding a castle to defend against attack. (4) 40. Signal sounded to wake soldiers. (8) 43. An object that is beautiful rather than useful.

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