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The month of August will see lots of events taking place in Fingal and so far, the weather has been playing ball for the most part! Nevertheless, make sure to pack a bag with all the essential gear to and get out to enjoy your local area. Whether its attending events or visiting the many wonderful sights in Fingal, there is plenty to do before the end of summer.
The Fabulous Rush Festival & Air Show is is back once again and it’s sure not to disappoint with something for all the family being provided. From Friday 1st to Monday 4th August the whole village and wider area will be buzzing with activity, and not to mention, in the sky also!
We are so lucky in Fingal to have so much to do on our doorstep; throughout the towns and villages in the county local people are spoiled for choice when it comes to spending their free time in their respective areas. We don’t have very far to travel to find something to make great memories from. We have some of the most beautiful beaches in the country; the sheer number of public parks, castle grounds and gardens accessible all year round is unrivalled; the community centres, state of the art libraries, music venues, cafés, restaurants, bars, the list goes on and on. There is so much to do in such a short distance.
So, no matter what you are planning for the last few weeks of the summer, be sure to reserve some time to take in all the wonderful amenities on your doorstep, we don’t have to hop on a plane every time we want experience something new.
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On Tuesday the 17th of June, Rush Tidy Towns was presented with a finalist award in the AllIsland National Best Kept Towns competition in the opulent surroundings of Farmleigh House in the Pheonix park.
Rush was one of three finalists in the large town category who received their award from Minister Dara Calleary. Chairperson of Rush Tidy Towns Brendan O’Reilly said we were delighted to be in the top 3 in our category and he congratulated the category winners Buncrana
from Co. Donegal and the outright winners of the competition Naas Tidy Towns. Brendan said that these events are great for networking with likeminded groups and we never fail to take hone some useful tips. Brendan concluded by saying that this award pays testament to the dedication and hard work put in by our committee and volunteers on the ground in recent years, and we look forward to competing again next year.
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Following on from their triumph in the World Pipe Band Championships last year, the Black Raven Pipe Band Can now add the title of 2025 All Ireland Pipe Band Champions to their long list of accolades.
The band competed in the All-Ireland
Championships on 5th July in Derry. Whilst the band took the overall winner’s title, they also placed joint-first in piping, first in drumming along with first in the bass and tenor section!
The band was founded in 1910 by the late Thomas Ashe and local man John Rooney and
Wishing the Committee and everyone involved in the Rush Harbour Festival a very successful weekend.
has been active ever since. Black Raven welcome new members and in particular young people who wish to learn the art of piping and drumming and can be contacted at blackravepipeband@gmail. com
Rush Community Council, Fingal County Council and Dublin Airport are proud to present this year’s Rush Harbour Festival & Air Show, continuing a much-loved tradition that has brought joy and excitement to our town since its inception in 2011.
This year marks a new chapter as Rush Community Council takes the lead in planning and executing the festival, building on the strong foundation laid by Rush Tourism, whom we thank for creating such a wonderful event, and lasting legacy, to be enjoyed for years to come.
Rush is the perfect stage to showcase Fingal’s motto “Flúirse Talaimh is Mara” rich in both land and sea. This festival is a celebration of community, local creativity and pride. We are especially proud to host Fingal’s only Air Show, a truly unique and spectacular event on Ireland’s festival calendar.
There is an exciting and diverse programme planned for all ages, supporting our local growers, eateries, artisan producers, and businesses. Every day will feature a range of community events, a bustling Harvest & Craft marquee, tasty food stalls, a lively fairground, bar service by The Strand Bar, and evening entertainment to bring the community together.
The highlight of the weekend is the Air Show on Sunday 3rd August, featuring world-class aerial performers including:
• Team Raven, with its new 7-plane formation
• AeroSuperBatics (Wingwalkers)
• Richard Goodwin
• The Irish Air Corps
Sé Pardy, of Millennium Aviation Event Solutions, brings his renowned expertise and long-standing personal connection to Rush to this year’s Air Show.
His vision has embraced the natural amphitheatre of Rush Harbour, creating the perfect setting for a spectacular aerial display. From the North Beach to the Harbour, the panoramic views ensure every spectator experiences the full thrill of the show. We are delighted to welcome thousands of aviation enthusiasts and families from across the country to witness this unforgettable event, made possible through the valued support and approval of the Irish Aviation Authority and Dublin Airport.
We remain committed to promoting sustainable tourism, community spirit, and economic opportunities through this festival. On behalf of Rush Community Council, thank you to all our volunteers, local businesses and our incredible sponsors – Dublin Airport, Fingal County Council, Adrian Dunne Pharmacy Rush, Progressive Credit Union Rush and SuperValu Rush - for their continued partnership, support and collaboration, each of whom play a vital role in making this event an outstanding success.
We look forward to celebrating with you at the 2025 Rush Harbour Festival & Air Show!
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Children’s Yoga with Áine Yoga le GaelÁine - for ages 5-12!
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Welcome to the exhilarating annual air display at the Fingal Rush Air display, a truly unique event that brings together aviation enthusiasts from all over. We are thrilled to have some familiar faces returning to the skies over North County Dublin and Fingal. The Rush location, with its breathtaking views, adds to the thrill for both the pilots and the public.
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By Dave Kavanagh
Everything you eat, wear, live in, travel to or travel in, are all connected to your finances, yet most people don’t take the time to plan them effectively. A couple of reasons for this: If you have a problem that needs a plumber, an electrician or a roofer, you will know about it. If you haven’t reviewed your finances for a while, you may not even be aware that you have a problem. The other reason is that some of the main aspects of financial planning are viewed as “negative”. I mean who wants to spend time considering potential occurrences like the impact of a fatality, or give thought to having sufficient income in your retirement when you haven’t reached 30 yet? This perception of “negative” is often why people subconsciously avoid the topic, often citing “not having enough time” as a reason. The same reason explains why people spend regularly on things like the lotto, believing they can win the jackpot, at odds of 10.7million to 1. The same people’s odds of being diagnosed with one of the specified illnesses covered, is 1 in 4 (before age 65!) yet they say “that’ll never happen to me”. This is a natural desire for something very positive to happen and for something negative not to happen. However, these everyday occurrences will happen whether or not someone has the right planning in place. One hour is 4% of your day. Spending
that much time even once per year can be hugely beneficial. You get the peace of mind that you are up to date with your planning. You get the reassurance that anything you have in place is the most appropriate for your current circumstances. You also get the satisfaction that you are not overpaying for something and are getting the best value. Suddenly, the mystery and uncertainty are removed, along with the stress and anxiety often associated with them. In all my years of doing reviews, I’ve never heard anyone regret taking time to go through their finances, but I’ve heard plenty regret not going through them when something unexpected crops up. Remove “money worries”. Make the time.
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 @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 wellbeing, positivity and motivation. As heard on RTE 2FM , LMFM and TV3.
I was 13 when my first period arrived and I panicked as I ran straight to my Mam to tell her something was wrong. She got me the things I needed and settled me on the couch with TLC. The next day, she brought me into town and when we got off the bus at Clerys, I was surpised to see my Nanny and 2 of my aunts there. They enveloped me in hugs and congratulated me on becoming a woman and ‘joining the club’. They said they were there to celebrate me getting my first period, with little gifts and a grown up girls lunch. I had no idea this happened when girls got their first periods and honestly, their positivity and attitide made the whole experience far less daunting than it might have been. It was a wonderful day and I’ve never forgotten it.
It was my Mams clever way to help me feel less nervous and afraid and to turn this milestone into a celebration instead. Since then, she has done the same for my sisters and we have continued the tradition with my own daughters too.
I hope sharing our tradition might inspire some Mammies to create special memories with their own daughters, when the time comes for them.
When it comes to gifts for girls starting ther periods, The First Period Box from Dublin based Glimmer Boxes, is fabulous. It has hot chocolate, face/hair masks, Lil-Lets teen starter pack (best pads and tampons for teens IMO), Glmmer diary, chocolate bars, fluffy socks, sweets and treats. It’s a collection of lovely things – like a hug in a box! We’re giving away a First Period Box on our FB page https://www. facebook.com/mams.ireland
We have lots more competitions and tips on mams.ie at to help with Back to school costs. From My Nametags labels giveaways, to our Ilac SC blog which will help you get most of what you need for Back to school in one place! From colourful Smiggle goodies to The Works stationery to Dunnes Stores and Deaz for uniforms to Regatta for coats. Follow us on mams.ie to keep up to date on all things BTS!
We were delighted to host a brilliant talk given today by Seal Rescue Ireland. We are extremely lucky to have seal colonies in Rush so felt it was extremely apt to learn as much about them as possible. We had a ball. Thanks to Nicole and team for travelling up from Wexford to give the talk.
We had a fantastic reaction to our community campaign awareness day. Thank you to Jennifer from Fingal County Council for providing most of the items we gave away. The three campaigns were Food Waste prevention, Our dog fouling campaign and the Fingal Rush Reusable cup
Our reusable party kits are proving very popular
this summer, with many people requesting for small gatherings or kids’ parties. If you would like to borrow the kit send an e mail to tidytownsrush@gmail.com. We provide plastic cups, plates, bowls, forks, knives, spoons and drinks dispensers.
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Would it be possible to have the below price with the attached picture included in the next edition please for Rush Musical Society.
“Rush Musical Society have kicked off their 2025/2026 season with the announcement of their Spring MusicalThe Drowsy Chaperone. The Tony award winning musical centers around a man who plays a record of his favourite 1928 musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone,” which
then comes to life in his apartment! To hear more about the show including the music and characters and to meet the production team come along to the Launch night on Monday 25th August.
Auditions will be held on Sunday 14th September. For more information contact secretary@rushmusicalsociety.com and keep a close eye on our social media channels.
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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 month. The first correct entry to be drawn will win €50..Good luck
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