4 BLANCH Gazette 5 September 2013
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theft Stolen bike replaced before event
Volunteer Expo comes to Fingal Organisations in need of new volunteers are being urged to sign up for this year’s Fingal Volunteer Expo. The expo, which takes place on Thursday, September 19, is an ideal opportunity for organisations to recruit volunteers. This event is aimed at helping organisations to attract people who are interested in becoming volunteers but who may not know exactly where or how to go about it. For further information or to download an application form see: www. volunteerfingal.ie
Plenty going on at family fun day Ongar Community Centre is hosting a family fun day this month with a host of activities for all the family. This event takes place on September 15 from 2pm until 4.30pm and includes a magic show, train rides, bouncy castles, brass band and lots more. Admission for this event is €1, with kids under two going free. All proceeds on the day go to future family fun days at the local community centre.
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Ray Brady, Ken Reddin, Gill Reddin and Alan Brady: Charity cycle from Rosslare to Dublin raised funds for St Francis Hospice
Generosity of strangers puts Ray back into race Laura Webb lwebb@gazettegroup.com
A man whose bike was stolen just weeks before he was due to take part in a charity cycle in memory of his mother, completed the cycle thanks to a kind donation. Earlier this summer, The Gazette reported that Ray Brady’s bicycle was stolen, putting a stop to his preparation and training for Cycle for Cancer, set up in memory of his mother. T h i s we e k , R ay ’s brother Alan said the
cycle from Rosslare to Dublin, which took place recently, was a huge success, and of the 24 participants, thankfully Ray was able to join them. “Unfortunately his bike was never returned but the good news is he got onto the makers of the British only bike and they so kindly read the article [in the Gazette] and saw his story.” Speaking to The Gazette Ray said: “I am on a bike forum with my old bike and I put up a link with the
Blanch Gazette’s story and a forum member in the UK decided to email the head man in BTwin – the French company who make the bike. “I received an email back from the marketing director saying they got an email from a forum member and they would love to help out with the cause and if I could make my way to one of our stores we will give you the exact same bike. “I couldn’t believe it, it is just unbelievable. I just want to thank everyone who helped,” he
said. Commenting on the cycle, Alan said it was a “great success”. “We had 24 riders take part in it and set off from Rosslare at 8.45 on the Saturday morning. “We braved the rain which was with us all the way home nonstop and we all made it home safe and sound in four to five hours. “We finished at the paddocks pub in Clonee and we were greeted outside in the car park to a great gathering of friends and family who
also braved the elements just to see us home. “Then we went inside for some food for the participants, which I might add was gorgeous. “We held a raffle that night which was a great success raising more funds for the hospice so all in all it was a great day. “I’m hoping to speak to the hospice about doing a yearly cycle for them and calling it the Agnes Brady cycle in aid of St Francis,” he said.
attack
Man pulls a knife on gardai A local politician has condemned an attempted attack on gardai trying to apprehend a man armed with a knife in a local post office. It was reported that when gardai from Blanchardstown tried to apprehend the man in his late 20s at a post office in Hartstown, he produced a knife. The incident happened at around 11.30am on September 2. A struggle between gardai and the man, who had an outstanding bench warrant, ensued and he was taken to Blanchardstown Garda Station. It is understood he will be detained under the terms of his bench warrant. Cllr David McGuinness (FF) condemned the incident saying: “Hartstown Post Office is within the supermarket complex and is a focal point for the general Huntstown/Hartstown region. It is shocking that such an incident happened. “Gardai involved in this incident showed bravery and resolve and they deserve to be thanked for going over and above the call of duty when apprehending someone brandishing a knife in public. “Knife crime has been a major problem in Dublin, tougher sentences and resourced gardai are needed for this.” The Garda Press Office said they could not comment as the enquiry is ongoing.