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Clonshaugh chosen for sewage facility
THE project team tasked with finding the most suitable site for a monster sewage plant in Fingal has chosen Clonshaugh, saying the site offered the lowest cost option and the cleanest environmental option.
Decision will 'not be taken lying down'
RESIDENTS in Portmarnock and Malahide will be concerned that the outfall from the controversial giant regional sewage plant bound for Clonshaugh will pour into the sea off their coastline, north of Ireland's Eye.
Relief over sewage plant
THE community group set up to oppose the siting of Fingal's planned giant sewage plant in Lusk says it is 'feeling a great sense of relief' that its community has been spared the development but says no community should have to 'suffer' the project.
DPP considers jury issues in Anglo trial
The prospect of a jury 'coming apart at the seams' during the upcoming lengthy trial of former Anglo Irish Bank executives is being considered by the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Man accused of animal cruelty
A MAN has been charged with animal crueltyafter he allegedly neglected a cat, resulting in it being put down, Swords District Court has heard.
Motorist charged with driving without insurance
A MAN who is alleged to have driven without insurance had his case adjourned at Swords District Court as more clarification is required to ascertain whether he was actually covered by his insurance company.
System 'left wide open to abuse'
A DISTRICT COURT judge has stated when cases are delayed, adjourned or remanded the court system can be 'left wide open to abuse'.
Increase in Aer Lingus passengers
Aer Lingus has reported that its total flown passenger numbers, including its Aer Lingus Regional operations, increased by 5.3 per cent to 1.02 million in May from the previous year.
Accused of kicking man in the groin
A MAN may lose the function of his testicle after he was allegedly kicked in the groin by another man Balbriggan District Court has heard.
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Almost €50,000 missing at Malahide garda station
A THIRD sum of money has gone missing from a Fingal Garda Station, this time in Malahide where close to €50,000 has disappeared.
Grieving family reaches out to help sick children
IF a life is measured not in years but in its impact, then Laura Brennan's life was immense and her legacy is an extraordinary one that continues to make important changes to the lives of sick children from her native Malahide and beyond.
Woman claimed €15k using cousin's identity
A mother of four who defrauded the State out of over €15,000 in order to pay off her husband's drug debt has been sentenced to two years with the final 15 months suspended.
Gardaí commended for efforts to curb crime
GENERAL crime levels across Fingal are falling with significant drops in the scourge of burglaries across the region, according to latest figures released by Gardai.
30% drop in burglaries in Swords and Malahide
BURGLARIES are significantly down in the Swords and Malahide areas with Gardai recording a 30% drop in the first quarter of this year, according to new figures just released.
Life's a beach as trouble stays away from shore
THERE was no repeat over the weekend of the ugly scenes that ruined the June bank holiday weekend on Portmarnock beach.
Relief over sewage plant
THE community group set up to oppose the siting of Fingal's planned giant sewage plant in Lusk says it is 'feeling a great sense of relief' that its community has been spared the development but says no community should have to 'suffer' the project.
Man accused of animal cruelty
A MAN has been charged with animal crueltyafter he allegedly neglected a cat, resulting in it being put down, Swords District Court has heard.
DPP considers jury issues in Anglo trial
The prospect of a jury 'coming apart at the seams' during the upcoming lengthy trial of former Anglo Irish Bank executives is being considered by the Director of Public Prosecutions.
System 'left wide open to abuse'
A DISTRICT COURT judge has stated when cases are delayed, adjourned or remanded the court system can be 'left wide open to abuse'.
Life's a beach as trouble stays away from shore
THERE was no repeat over the weekend of the ugly scenes that ruined the June bank holiday weekend on Portmarnock beach.
30% drop in burglaries in Swords and Malahide
BURGLARIES are significantly down in the Swords and Malahide areas with Gardai recording a 30% drop in the first quarter of this year, according to new figures just released.
Gardaí commended for efforts to curb crime
GENERAL crime levels across Fingal are falling with significant drops in the scourge of burglaries across the region, according to latest figures released by Gardai.
Local farmer faces losing his livelihood as well as his home
A LOCAL farmer is the man most at threat from the announcement that Fingal's giant sewage plant will be sited in Clonshaugh and stands to lose his farm, his livelihood and 50 years of family history because of the development.
Almost €50,000 missing at Malahide garda station
A THIRD sum of money has gone missing from a Fingal Garda Station, this time in Malahide where close to €50,000 has disappeared.
Woman claimed €15k using cousin's identity
A mother of four who defrauded the State out of over €15,000 in order to pay off her husband's drug debt has been sentenced to two years with the final 15 months suspended.
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Sports clubs up in arms over fee hike
SPORTS clubs across the county are up in arms at hikes to pitch fees being imposed by Fingal County Council that will in some cases, double the yearly cost of using council playing fields for clubs.
Rampant Fingallians are just too good for Counsel
FINGALLIANS remain in the hunt for a place in the knockout stages after a resounding win over Good Counsel in Lawless Park on Wednesday night.
In-form Harps sink Crokes
IN a week which saw Skerries Harps move a step closer to securing a semi-final berth in the championship, Mick Geoghegan's men maintained their unbeaten run in Division 6 with a 2-15 to 2-13 win over Kilmacud Crokes on Sunday.
Fingal cricket blitzes catch on
SIX wonderful days of cricket blitzes were held for pupils in both 4th and 5th classes across Fingal and west Dublin during the month of May.
Crash victim Danny's European dream hangs in balance
ONLY last week Naul cyclist Danny Bruton was riding the crest of a wave, having worn the yellow jersey of race leader in the Ràs Dun na nGall after winning the opening stage. How quickly luck can turn around.
Council u-turn on tennis club
IT appears that Fingal County Council has done a u-turn on granting Swords Tennis Club tenure at its current home in the town park.
Hannah's made of the write stuff!
A YOUNG Loughshinny student has claimed a top prize at the prestigious Listowel Writers Competition.
DOUBLE DELIGHT
IT'S been a busy time over at Holywell Educate Together National School where two important events took place within days of each other.
A prayer for safety amid burst of summertime fun
ALTHOUGH Balbriggan Summerfest is full of fun each year, at the centre of events is a more solemn ceremony that means a lot to this harbour community.
Pavilions recycling award
Peter Mark received the quarterly recycling award for the way they have adopted to recycle their empty hair products into the correct waste streams which assists in the waste recycling methods at the Pavilions Shopping Centre.
Breakfast with a touch of bling
A BREAKFAST with a touch of bling was on offer at Malahide Rugby Club recently when a large crowd gathered for a Breakfast at Tiffany's fundraiser in aid of local charity, the Laura Brennan Charitable Trust.
Three students get stories printed in the Irish Times
THREE Donabate students have proven their literary prowess after their work was chosen to be published in this year's Fighting Words supplement in The Irish Times.
Another massive Bloom-ing success
A RECORD 110,000 visitors attended this year's four-day Bloom Festival at the Phoenix Park with the creative juices of horticultralsts and garden designs rewarded.
Students beat exam stress with exercise
STUDENTS at Balbriggan Community College battled against exam stress by getting fit in an eight-week 'bootcamp'.
Slimmers donate €700 to cancer support group
A BALBRIGGAN weight loss group, who have lost a staggering 73 stone in just six weeks, have raised the sum of €700 for a local cancer support group.
Toddlers meet the challenge
YOUNGSTERS from a Lusk childminding facility have literally put on their walking shoes for charity.
Scouts set to take on the Liffey
SEA SCOUTS from Malahide are set to navigate the 125km length of the River Liffey from its source in the Wicklow Mountains to its estuary in Dublin Bay to raise funds towards its den refurbishment.
Blood donors honoured by IBTS
DONORS from north County Dublin have been honoured by the Irish Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS) at its annual Gold Drop and Porcelain Pelican Awards Ceremony.
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Sherlock Holmes to take on a new case at Ardgillan Castle
SHERLOCK Holmes and Dr. Watson are on their way to Ardgillan Castle and the Hound of the Baskervilles will not be far behind them.
Cormac takes top 'Spot' in film festival
A SHORT film by Rush actor, writer and producer Cormac McDonagh has grabbed the Best Comedy award at the Corona Fastnet Short Film Festival held recently in Cork.
It's a family affair at Anthony's book launch
BALBRIGGAN-BORN novelist Anthony Whelan launched the second book in his 'Thrillosophy' trilogy in the spectacular surroundings of the Bord Gais Theatre on Tuesday night.
Fashionable residents display model behaviour
FINE Feather's, fascinators, tuxedos and sequins were the order of the day at Newpark Nursing Home in the Ward as residents and staff took to the catwalk for a special fashion show.
Lingerie show to help bid for playgrounds
INTERNATIONAL lingerie brand Change is holding its first lingerie show in Ireland and it's all taking place in Swords.
Community radio service
A PUBLIC meeting about establishing a community radio service in Balbriggan is taking place tomorrow (Wednesday) in the town.
