Malahide Local V7I7-AUG 2023

Co-operation creates a sense of Community

People have asked how does a successful community operate and the answer really is quite simple. it is one which is built through co-operation. To put it simply it is a case of people co-operating in order to make an area work in every sense. An area where people co-operate with local statutory bodies to create employment, housing,energy, health, commercial, sporting and other facilities in order to improve their lives. A successful caring community which creates voluntary, charitable and sporting organisations to fill the void left by the lack of funding from such governmental agencies who in any society cannot possibly meet all the demands on their finances. However in order for groups to succeed in meeting those demands the vital element is co-operation. Co-operation between individuals, groups and other organisations for the common good of the general population becomes the norm and that leads to a sense of community. Groups and organisations and the individuals who run them become interdependent on each other. For instance local groups have to apply to the voluntary committee who run a community hall to hold their meetings and functions and are granted it. Sporting and other groups also share facilities and the resultant expenses are halved and this co-operation leaves more monies available to run them. Voluntary and charitable groups also benefit from joint fundraising and in this way groups which provide services to the most vulnerable in society have more money to use, to reach more of those in need. This results in the services they provide improving and a sense of pride in their community which encompasses their area in general. Support for all these different sectors including the commercial life of the area becomes the norm and the local economy benefits. Fingal is a prime example of such groups co-operating and creating a great community spirit. So therefore as I said at the start where there is co-operation a community is built. Local retailers and the voluntary/charitable/ sporting and employment and housing sectors work together and all benefit. So there you have the answer- co-operate and create a great community, we have in Fingal!. Have a lovely August.

The Locals Team.

STRICT DEADLINE FOR NEXT EDITION:

Submissions by the 15th for inclusion in next months edition

Affordable Roofers Dublin is a team of highly qualified tradesmen with years of experience serving Dublin customers. They are on 24hours a day, 365 days a year, ready to respond to any type of roof repair work anywhere across Co. Dublin.

We also cover surrounding areas.

Whether it’s a leaking roof that needs to be fixed straight away, guttering that needs to be cleared, repair work to a chimney, or replacing broken tiles, we are here to help.

Our highly skilled tradesmen are available to investigate and pinpoint the cause of any water leak or roof defect and carry out the necessary repair works.

We provide affordable roofing services throughout the whole of Co. Dublin and further if needed.

Malahide disaster 101 years ago recalled

By Malahide Historical Society

A recent rescue of swimmers in the deep narrows channel in Malahide had a happier outcome than this sad event which was reported in the press 101 years ago.

Titled “MALAHIDE DISASTER”

“Three Dublin men, who were fishing from a boat in Malahide Creek, lost their lives on Sunday through the upturning of the boat, in an attempt to float through one of the arches of the railway bridge. Their names are Thomas, Ryan, 47 York St. , John Somerville, Manor Place and Richard Tisdall, 143 Gt. Brunswick St.With them in the boat was Robert Wilson of Robert St. The

four were members of a fishing party organised by the Knights of the Silver Hook Sea Anglers. Several boats, in each of which there were four competitors, set out and took up their separate positions.

The men set their baits and, after some time, that occupied by Ryan, Somerville and their companions drifted towards the railway bridge, known as the “Eleven Arches.”’ With the falling tide a strong current flows there and, carried away by a strong wind, the small boat capsized at a point which may be described as a waterfall. The occupants of the boat were thrown out, and quickly carried away into deep water. Wilson succeeded in clinging on to the boat and was

rescued by other fishermen. The occurrence was witnessed by a lady looking from a window in the vicinity. She raised the alarm, but owing to the distance from the village, before help could reach the bridge the three men were carried away to death by the flowing waters. When Mr. Wilson was brought ashore he was in a state of exhaustion.The body of Ryan was recovered and taken charge of by members of the I.R.A but the other bodies have not yet been recovered. Mr. Ryan was an employee of Messrs. West and Son, goldsmiths and jewellers, Grafton St., Dublin. Mr. Wilson is Hon. Secretary of the Knights of the Silver Hook Sea Anglers’ Club”.Source: Southern Star newspaper 1 July 1922

A New Way To Future-Proof Cover

By Dave Kavanagh

One of the issues with planning ahead to protect you and your family’s financial future, is the fact that we don’t know exactly what the future holds. Will jobs and income change? How long will I maintain good health? Will I win the lottery jackpot in the next 3 years? The uncertainty of the future means that we often plan for a variety of occurrences. One important aspect of this planning is deciding on a term for things like Life Cover. A life cover plan can either be done for a specific term or it can be done as a “whole of life” plan. One of the problems with the old way of doing these was that the premiums were reviewed after a few years and could result in constant, substantial increases, often forcing people to either cancel them or accept a much lower level of cover. With “guaranteed whole of life” plans, you at least know exactly what the premium will always be and the level of cover but planning that far ahead can be costly. A relatively new method of dealing with this issue was introduced from one of the life companies, and it is an addition called “Life Changes Option”. This option gives the policy owners a number of choices once they have paid premiums for at least 15 years. They can then choose to either; a) Stop paying premiums and reduce the level of cover which stays in place until the cover is paid out, or

b) Cancel the cover (if it is no longer required) and take a refund of up to 70% of all premiums previously paid, or c) Continue the plan as it is with the same level of cover and premiums. This option has become quite popular when people are looking to future-proof cover as it offers choices that can suit people’s changing circumstances. If they have cleared loans and have sufficient savings, a reduced level of cover might be ideal. If they have strong pensions and savings, they may no longer have a need for cover and can take back a lump sum. For more information on how this type of cover may suit you, ask your advisor or contact me for a free quotation.

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 Dave at info@ financialcompanion.ie or use the contact form on financialcompanion.ie or @Davekav_advice on Twitter and Instagram. 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 well being, positivity and motivation. As heard on RTE 2FM , LMFM and TV3.

Sea Scouting Beavers Hit The High Seas!

www.facebook.com/BalbrigganLocal

Par 3 Fundraiser for Guide Dogs to take place in Malahide

The Portmarnock-Malahide branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will be hosting a local fundraiser for the charity on Saturday, 19th August. Supporters of the charity are invited to take part in the fundraiser, which will take place at the Par 3 course at Malahide Castle Sports & Leisure Hub. The Par 3 fundraiser is an annual event, now in its third year, and golfers of all abilities are very welcome to register to take part. Registration costs €20 per person and teams can consist of 2, 3 or 4 players. “We are delighted to be returning to the Sports & Leisure Hub again this year, and we’re very grateful to manager Mick Breen for all of his help and support for the third year running,” said Pat Harney, Chair of the Portmarnock-Malahide branch of IGDB. “Whether you’re a committed golfer or

would just like to have some fun with your team and support Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind, we would love to see you on the day!” For non-golfers who would like to support the event, raffle tickets can also be bought online at a cost of €5 each. Two raffle tickets are also included with each golf registration. There will be plenty of prizes available both through the raffle and for golfers, and Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind will have a stand outside the Sports & Leisure Hub on the day, where raffle tickets and other merchandise will be available to buy. You might even meet a Guide Dog, Assistance Dog, Ambassador Dog, or Puppy in Training when you visit! To register to play and select your tee time, or buy some raffle tickets, go to igdportmarnock-malahide.myshopify.com.

Malahide parkrun was a huge success despite the rain

Great turnout on the wettest of mornings for Malahide parkrun 479. We had visitors for Aberdeen, Bristol, London, Cardiff and beyond. We hope our visitors felt welcome despite the wet conditions!

A huge thanks as always to our brilliant team of volunteers without whom we wouldn’t have a run. Please think about volunteering over the next few weeks!

Tanaiste attended local representatives wedding in Donegal

The wedding took place recent;y of a local Fianna Fail representative and the Tanaiste Micheál Martin and his wife were amongst the guests . Cathal and Róisín Haughey (née Bradley) got married on the 1st July in St Mary’s Church, Buncrana, Co. Donegal. The wedding was attended by their families, friends and colleagues in the world of law and politics, including Tánaiste Micheál Martin and his wife Mary. Róisin is from Buncrana and Cathal is from Malahide, where the couple are living. Róisín is a barrister while Cathal is a Parliamentary Assistant and also a candidate in the 2024 Local Elections in Howth-Malahide. The couple met during the 2016 General Election while canvassing for Darragh O’Brien. More than 200 guests attended the wedding and reception afterwards in the Inishowen Gateway Hotel.

Cahal and Róisín on their wedding day

The Tánaiste Michael Martin and his wife Mary with the happy couple

Things to do and enjoy in Ireland this Summer

by Siobhán O’Neill White

Need inspiration for ideas to keep the kids busy this summer? Go to www.mams.ie, follow our socials FB @mams.ireland, Instagram @mams. ie and Twitter, @mams_ie for ideas, discounts and competitions galore.Emerald Park is open for visitors! Whether you’re brave enough to face Cu Chúllain or more comfortable visiting the zoo, it’s a fab day out. We’ve tickets to give away here: instagram.com/mams.ie/ Eddie Rockets want to help parents this summer, so every Tuesday, kids eat free! For every adult meal purchased for €12 or more, get one free child meal. To enter our Eddie’s voucher giveaway, go here: mams. ie/2023/05/16/kids-eat-free-at-eddie-rocketson-tuesday-all-summer-long/ Need staycation inspiration? Farnham Estate is wonderful for family breaks. Nestled in the lush Cavan’s countryside, it’s a haven. We love to walk the grounds and visit the stunning indoor/outdoor pool! My sister got married here and it remains a firm favourite for our family. We heard such rave reviews about Carlingford Adventure Camp from parents last year that we’ve booked our 11yr old in with her best friend for their 3 day/2 night camp. Jam packed with activities and set in beautiful Carlingford, the camps are very well priced and have residential and non- residential options available, see https://carlingfordadventure.com/

For days you want to chill out, ArcCinema. ie kids’ clubs are great value. We also love their family deal which includes cinema passes, popcorn and drinks for a family of 4 (2 adults

and 2 kids or 1 adult and 3 kids) for only €39.95. With so many wonderful movies out this summer, there’s plenty to choose from! We recommend investing in some garden toys for the many summer days the kids will be playing at home or have friends over. Irish company JKC Toymaster are experts in outdoor toys. Our daughters have been on our Berg trampoline non-stop since we got it. See their fab range here: jkctoymaster.ie/. If you fancy a different kind of holiday - how about Glamping?! We’re

Vertigo (1958) A study of obsession

by Jack Shanley

Daunting disturbing and chilling Vertigo remains a masterpiece. 55 years after its original release and with it being shown later this month in the lighthouse Cinema Alfred Hitchcock’s mesmerising fascinating masterpiece still moves audiences today. Arguably Hitchcock’s best film it’s still fascinates me every time I see it. It’s the study of obsession that keeps the material so fresh and new. Its Johns (James Stewart) obsession that drives the story on and keeps us hooked from the second we see the dizzying spirals of the opening credits sequence. Although story was arguably the most important part of a Hitchcock film, with Vertigo its quite different. It’s the emotions, characters, themes that pull a story together. I’ve seen this work with many films and find it quite interesting, as a film it could have a basic story but it lives off its character development etc. This is the film that introduced the World to the famous sequence known as the Vertigo Effect which has gone on to be used in various other films. It;s basically a forward zoom with a reverse dolly meant to achieve a disorienting effect of shifting perspectives. Vertigo also happens to be Hitchcock’s most personal picture, burrowing deep into the directors own darkest wormholes: obsessions with women, the desire to control them, and to mould them into a personal ideal. The psychologically complex material is played off incredibly well by James Stewart who we sympathize with and a chilling Kim Novak performance. With the colours dazzling, and Bernard Herrmann’s extraordinary score as crisp and haunting as ever, its surely a must watch. In all truth I’d recommend checking out Vertigo as its screens in the Lighthouse Cinema on August 20th and see what you think of it, I shall give it a score of five stars. Director: Alfred Hitchcock– Rating: PG – Genre: Mystery/Thriller – Run Time: 2h 8m – Language: English. For more film content please follow @movies4fanatics on Instagram.

heading to Ardmore Glamping Pods in beautiful Waterford. We’ve booked a large pod, which fits 7 people. Right next to the beach and Ardmore Open Farm, it’s a fabulous location. They even rent BBQ’s out so you can cook up a storm while enjoying the beautiful beach views! Inquire at ardmoreglampingpods.ie/. Please make sure to be sun safe this summer. We recommend Irish brand Elave SPF50 suncream. Its brilliant for all ages. Watch our socials for giveaways on this.

The kids love their chocolate!

ALSAA Tennis Club Seeking New Members

The Aer Lingus Social and Athletic Association was originally founded in 1966 by employees in Dublin Airport and is still going strong today, ALSAA Tennis Club is now open to everybody. Membership in the first year was £1.00, which was more expensive than it sounds as the club had no courts. Although no longer at £1.00 the membership is still great value particularly if you are interested in any of the many other sports ALSAA has to offer. In ALSAA Tennis Club, we pride ourselves in having a welcoming and intimate club where everybody is on first name terms. We cater to all levels, from the player who just wants some fun, social tennis to those who want to pit themselves against the very best in other clubs around Leinster. We are an extremely active club, hosting a range of club tournaments and events throughout the year. We’re always open to new membership so come check us out. Our club is located on the grounds of the ALSAA Sports Complex (.alsaa.ie), Swords Road, Swords, Co. Dublin – Eircode: K67 YV06.

So why don’t you join a vibrant Tennis Club? We take pride in having an active social tennis club for all our members, whatever your level. Enjoy club tournaments, social tennis, and our annual club championship. Something for everyone. You can check us out on our website (), on Facebook (https:// facebook.com/alsaatennisclub) and our email address is alsaatennisclub@ gmail.com.

We would love to have you as a member and all levels are welcome. ALSAA membership is €200 (which you spread out over 12 months), with membership to our tennis club being an additional €110. Please ring John on 087-6526378 if you have any questions or would like to join.

Cycling the Irish coastline for St Francis’ Hospice

Joseph Foley from Malahide cycled the Irish coastline to raise funds in memory of his dad Peter, for St Francis Hospice in June/July. Joseph’s dad Peter sadly died in August 2017 at St Francis’ Hospice in Blanchardstown. Joseph is soon heading to South America to teach English but decided to raise money for the hospice with his “Timpeall na Tire” fundraiser before he goes. “This charity is important to my family and others who were close to my dad as he spent his final weeks at St Francis Hospice, Blanchardstown,” he said. “I’ve seen first hand how kind, attentive and hard working the staff are. I know how much the residents and their families appreciate them.”

Joseph is aiming to cycle as much of the Irish coastline as he can in 28 days. He left his

home in Malahide and brought his tent and was mainly camping, but he is also staying with some family and friends along the way. He continued: “This is something that I’ve wanted to do for the last few years and now that I have the opportunity, I’m going for it. While there’s no guarantee I’ll finish it, those who know me know how stubborn I am and that I will do all I can to get through it.”St Francis Hospice does not charge for use of its services. The organisation is partially funded by the HSE but the charity also relies on donations to maintain their high quality services. Currently, they are improving facilities at the centre in Raheny, the area Joseph’s father grew up in.Joseph has raised over €6,000.

Cllr Henchy promises to be a Mayor for All

In his inaugural address after his recent election as Mayor Of Fingal, Cllr Adrian Henchy promised to be a “Mayor for All”. This is an excerpt from that speech: “Is mór an onóir dom bheith tofa mar Mhéara Fhine Gall inniú ag sibhse mo chuid comhghleacaithe anseo inniú inár Seomra Comhairle.Buíochas ó chroí le gach duine a thug tacaíocht dom, agus buíochas freisin le gach comhairleoir is gach ball foirne den ár gComhairle a oibreann go dian gach lá ar son na saoránaigh áitiúla.Geallaimse do mhuintir Fhine Gall go ndéanfaidh mé mo dhícheall gach lá ar bhur son, agus mar Mhéara, ní hamháín ar son muitir mo thoghcheantair féin, Port Reachrainn, Domhnach Bat, Rois Eó, Lusca, Baile Bachaille, Baile Gháire, An Seanbhaile, An Aill agus Baile Scadán, ach as son gach duine a chónaíonn, a oibríonn agus a thugann cuairt i gContae Fhine Gall.

It was both humbling and a great honour for me to be elected as the 18th Mayor of Fingal and

to also receive such a strong mandate from my fellow Councillors who entrusted me with their support for this highly respected and prestigious role.

At this time I of course want to especially thank my family for their encouragement and unwavering support at all times.I also want to very much remember the last person who served as Mayor of Fingal from Donabate and that was Gerry McGuire in 2011. Sadly Gerry passed earlier this year and is greatly missed by his family, relatives, friends and wider community. It would be remiss of me not to pay tribute to the first ever Mayor of Fingal, a Portrane man Sean Ryan who went onto be an outstanding public representative and TD for Fingal. I want to welcome Seáns brother Brendan whose first meeting was the election of Mayor in his new role of Councillor within the Skerries/Balbriggan ward having replaced Seána O Rodaigh. It has been one of the privileges of my life to serve the

good people of Portrane, Donabate over the last 9 years within Fingal County Council and I now look forward to serving all of the people of Fingal over the next 12 months.

I fully believe in truly been a Mayor for All where every citizen has a right to not only have their voice heard but to also achieve their dreams & aspirations. I am passionate about making our communities not only better places to live, but to be safe and wonderful to visit. Fingal is an incredible place, full of incredible people which means we can continue to build an incredible future. We have so much to be proud off and yet so many opportunities to build an even brighter future. I promise to give it my very best every day, and as Mayor, not just for the people of my own electoral area, Portrane, Donabate, Rush, Lusk, Ballyboughal, Garristown, Oldtown, the Naul, & Balscadden, but for everyone who lives, works and visits Fingal. Go Raibh Mile Maith Agaibh.

Newly elected Mayor of Fingal Cllr Adrian Henchy chairing his first Council meeting

Home Cook Recipes Healthy

Niamh’s Mouthwatering Beef and Black Bean Sauce

Serves 1

Ingredients

• 50g sliced onions

• 200g sliced beef

• 120 chopped mixed peppers

• 1 cup of whole grain rice

• 40g sliced mushrooms

• 40g black bean sauce

To make homemade black bean sauce:

• 200g black beans

• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar

• 2 shallots

• 2 cloves garlic

• 5cm fresh root ginger

• 1 tablespoon chilli pepper flakes

• 1 & 1/2 teaspoons cornflour dissolved in 1 tablespoon water

Method to make sauce:

1.Mix the beans, shallots, chilli pepper flakes and rice wine vinegar together. Mash the beans well. Set aside.

2. Sauté the garlic and ginger in a small amount of oil on a pan until soft and flavours infuse. Add the mixture from the previous step.

3.Bring the mixture to the boil then simmer for 10-15minutes. To thicken the sauce, stir in the cornflour mixture. Simmer until thickened.

To cook the rice:

Bring 1.5 cups of water to boil before adding a cup of rice and let it simmer before all the water has dissolved. Then it is ready to serve.

To cook the rest of the ingredients:

1.Add 1 tablespoon rapeseed oil into a nonstick pan (preferably). Gently cook stripped beef just to brown it then remove from pan.

2.Add vegetables to pan and lightly cook before adding black bean sauce and beef then cook till sauce begins to bubble and meat is cooked thoroughly.

3.Serve with cooked rice.

For nutrition and healthy eating talks or workshops in preschools, primary or secondary schools, workplaces or community groups please email:niamh@biabites. netSee my ‘Fun food’ and ‘Recipes’ albums on ‘Biabites’Facebook for other food ideas. Niamh Arthurs, Public Health and Clinical Nutritionist www.biabites.net

New members always welcome at Malahide United

Malahide United u12 premier Sat 2023/24 season are looking to add players to there premier squad for upcoming season. We will be holding open training sessions over the coming weeks. We offer top quality playing facilities along with UEFA A licence coaching. If

you would like to attend the open sessions, please get in touch with Shane 0872990123.

As well as that we wish to remind you that all new players are welcome to the club and you can check out the poster here to find out who to contact regarding your age group.

ALL CONTRIBUTORS PLEASE NOTE**

Due to increasing demand for space in our magazine could all contributors please note OUR STRICT DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES AND PICS IS THE 16TH OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO PUBLICATION ** Thank you.

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 the 16th of this mnoth. The first correct entry to be drawn will win €50..Good luck

Across

1. Free from roughness. (6)

5. Accept to be true without proof. (6)

10. Capable of reasoning in an orderly fashion. (7)

11. Large champion of the Philistines in the Bible. (7)

12. Wind into rings or spirals. (4)

13. Houses for families. (5)

15. Securely fixed in place. (4)

17. Entered into marriage. (3)

19. A maxim, proverb. (6)

21. Flat-bottomed boats for carrying heavy loads. (6)

22. Rolled and turned smoothly in gymnastics. (7)

23. Come to pass, occur. (6)

25. Large Asian endangered felines. (6)

28. The part of a sofa that supports the elbow. (3)

30. Noisy, clamorous. (4)

31. The food of love. (5)

32. A travelling show. (4)

35. Our second official language. (7)

36. Nationality of a native of Naples. (7)

37. The person in charge of a publication. (6)

38. Breathed noisily, as when one is exhausted. (6)

Down

2. Enlarge in size or significance. (7)

3. Bad guys in Lord of the Rings. (4)

4. Empty inside. (6)

5. Verbally disagreed. (6)

6. The lone fish. (4)

7. The message that is intended. (7)

8. Particular regions. (6)

9. Short poems for children. (6)

14. Projecting body parts. (7)

16. Go into, make a record of. (5)

18. Wireless transmission and reception (5)

20. Portable weapon. (3)

21. Place a stake on an outcome. (3)

23. Aided, assisted. (6)

24. Fell abruptly. (7)

26. Consider in detail, question closely. (7)

27. Reduced in size. (6)

28. Professional writer of books. (6)

29. Blending into one mass. (6)

33. An indirect suggestion. (4)

34. Star rodents. (4)

Councillor Jimmy Guerin

Address: 27 Thormanby Lawns, Howth, Co. Dublin

Email: Jimmy.Guerin@cllrs.fingal.ie

Phone: 0860143346