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2023 Part 8 - Proposed Construction of new Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge in Donabate Part 8 - Proposed development of 69 no. dwellings & associated site works at Cappaghfinn, Cappagh Road, Finglas, Dublin 11 Annual Reports Budgets, Expenditure and Financial Statements Data Protection Council Meetings A new €10m public swimming pool is to be built in Balbriggan has been chosen by the authority as the location of the six-lane 25 metre pool The project has now moved to preliminary design and planning stages It is expected the project will be ready to go to planning by the end of this year and construction could commence by the end of 2026 said: “As a former lifeguard and swimming teacher I am aware of the importance of swimming pools so this is great news but for everybody in North County Dublin who will benefit from having a swimming pool in their area The provision of community infrastructure is a key priority for the Council and it is great to see progress being made on this particular project.”  An integrated design team led by UK-based company ReCreation has developed preliminary plans The new facility will incorporate a changing village reception area with café and a viewing gallery It will be located south of the area’s soon to be constructed Link Road directly opposite the site of a proposed new school The provision of a public swimming pool was a key ask of the survey by Balbriggan.ie in 2019 aimed at shaping an order of priorities to transform the town The findings subsequently shaped Fingal County Council’s ongoing Our Balbriggan Rejuvenation Programme a study which reached out to local teens also highlighted the need for a public swimming pool in Balbriggan said: “Fingal County Council has long been aware of the need for a public swimming pool in Balbriggan We will plan well to deliver a very significant facility for the people of the town and surrounding areas This announcement is another significant milestone in our ambition to redevelop Balbriggan and represents further significant investment in the town and county by Fingal County Council.” Active Travel and Sport at Fingal County Council said: “We have done a lot of preparatory work to get us to this point It makes perfect sense for any new swimming pool in Fingal to be located in Balbriggan given its growing young population and the growth of nearby towns and villages like Skerries Chairperson of the Our Balbriggan Leadership Group which oversees Fingal County Council’s Our Balbriggan Rejuvenation Programme He said the swimming pool would have a profound and positive social impact on Balbriggan.  “This project is a symbol of the progress being made in Balbriggan - informed and shaped by the community -  and which will provide a well-designed public facility for people to not only enjoy All Rights Reserved © Fingal County Council Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open You are visiting us because we have something you value Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more. A NEW FARE structure introduced today has led to complaints from rail commuters in the north Dublin towns of Balbriggan and Skerries that they pay nearly twice the Dublin zone pricing despite being located in County Dublin From today, commuters travelling from up to 50km from Dublin are able to use Leap Cards for trains. Under the new fare structure, Balbriggan and Skerries have been grouped into the Dublin Commuter Zone — along with towns in counties Kildare, Wicklow, and Louth — rather than being included in the Dublin City Zone like other Dublin stations. Although Balbriggan and Skerries are in the traditional area of County Dublin, they are also located in Fingal County Council’s jurisdiction. Balbriggan is also located less than five kilometers from County Meath.  Balbriggan and Skerries commuters can expect to pay €3.90 for an Adult, €1.95 for Young Adult/Student and €1.95 for Child Leap Cards for a journey into Dublin City Centre. However, commuters in nearby Rush and Lusk can expect to pay €2.00 for Adult, €1 for Young Adult/Student and €0.65 for Child Leap Cards. One Facebook user commented on the Irish Rail page: “I just would like an explanation why Balbriggan and Skerries are not in County Dublin according to the train, but other towns, like Maynooth and Bray, are. How can two town[s] IN Dublin, be excluded from the Dublin zone? Absolutely ridiculous. Explanations should be given.” Another commenter on the same Facebook post said: “Ridiculous fare hike to Skerries and Balbriggan.” Politicians from commuter areas across the capital in addition to locals on social media platforms, have expressed their frustration at the increase in train fare prices for the two towns that are located in Dublin county.  Increasing fares and taking skerries and balbriggan out of the Dublin zones is shocking and a terrible management strategy. You’ll have more people back driving on the roads now “Other commuters are seeing their public transport costs fall. Balbriggan and Skerries commuters should be no different. I am calling on the National Transport Authority to urgently review this and deliver fairer fares for the people of Balbriggan and Skerries,” said Lorraine Clifford-Lee, a Fianna Fáil Senator. She demanded that Balbriggan and Skerries be reclassified into the Dublin City Zone, to ensure they are treated the same as every other rail station in Dublin. “I have been contacted by many concerned commuters and as someone who relies on public transport to get into work, I can completely appreciate their concerns and frustration around this decision,” said Grace Boland, a Fine Gael TD. She added that this change in the fare structure could encourage people to drive to Zone 1, where the fares are lower, which would be counter-productive to get more people to use public transit.  Louise O’Reilly, Sinn Féin TD, said: “While many commuters from outside Dublin will see a decrease in their fares under these zonal adjustments, commuters from two of the fastest growing areas in Dublin, Balbriggan and Skerries, are having their fares increased.” Jennifer Whitmore, Social Democrats TD, said the NTA and Irish Rail must “urgently review” these new fare increases. A spokesperson from the NTA said “the new structure links fares more closely to distance travelled, making the system easier to understand and more equitable for all.” They added that some passenger will see fare reductions, especially those travelling from outer commuter towns. Fares from Drogheda, Newbridge, Kildare, and Wicklow to Dublin are being reduced by 37–50%. For others, particularly those just outside the new City Zone, some fares will increase. For example, Greystones and Skerries to Dublin fares will rise from €3.00 to €3.90. “This is not a revenue-increasing exercise on the part of NTA. The overall fare-take is not projected to increase as a result of this restructuring,” they also said.  To embed this post, copy the code below on your site Access to the comments facility has been disabled for this user Create an email alert based on the current article Developers and investors involved in the delivery of housing in Dublin and the Greater Dublin Area will be interested in a substantial land holding which has come to the market in Balbriggan. Extending to a total area of 37.5 acres (15.17 hectares), the subject site is being offered for sale by agent Grimes at a guide price of €18.75 million, or an average of €500,000 an acre. The lands, which are currently in agricultural use, are laid out in four divisions and zoned in their entirety for residential development under the terms of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029. The site forms part of the Flemington local area plan (LAP), which was adopted on December 9th, 2024. The LAP outlines the vision, key themes and strategic objectives for the sustainable development of the Flemington area in Balbriggan. Balbriggan is a well-established and fast-growing residential location with a proven sales record among first-time buyers and growing families in particular. The subject site is located close to Balbriggan town centre and its full range of retail, educational and recreational amenities. These include Millfield Shopping Centre, Gaelscoil Bhaile Brigín, Balbriggan Educate Together and Loreto Secondary School, Balbriggan Football Club, Balbriggan Rugby Club, Balbriggan Golf Club, and O’Dwyers GAA. Balbriggan is a long-established residential commuter town and is well connected by road and rail to Dublin city centre and to Belfast. The subject property is held freehold and is being offered for sale at a guide price of €18.75 million, with best and final bids due on Wednesday, June 11th. Ronald Quinlan is Property Editor of The Irish Times Facebook pageTwitter feed© 2025 The Irish Times DAC Images of how the outside of the swimming pool in Balbriggan might look Sarah BurkeMon 31 Mar 2025 at 15:03Fingal County Council has announced plans to build a new €10m public swimming pool in Balbriggan Balbriggan holds the distinction of being the country’s youngest large town 25-metre pool will be located at Castlelands and has now entered the preliminary design and planning stages It is expected that the planning application will be submitted by the end of this year with construction potentially beginning by the end of 2026 The new swimming pool will include a changing village It will be situated south of the Link Road opposite the site of a proposed new school has already developed preliminary plans for the facility The project is part of Fingal County Council’s broader €54-57m Our Balbriggan Rejuvenation Programme aimed at transforming the town and addressing the needs of its diverse The call for a public swimming pool was highlighted in a 2019 survey by Balbriggan.ie which sought to prioritise developments for the town’s future This was further reinforced by a 2024 study that reached out to local teenagers emphasising the demand for such a facility fastest growing and most diverse populations in Ireland,” he said “There is an unmatched determination across the community of Balbriggan to build a bright future for the area and this initiative will assist in doing just that “This project is a symbol of the progress being made in Balbriggan - informed and shaped by the community - and which will provide a well-designed public facility for people to not only enjoy described the facility as a major step forward in the town’s ongoing transformation “Fingal County Council has long been aware of the need for a public swimming pool in Balbriggan,” she said “We will plan well to deliver a very significant facility for the people of the town and surrounding areas “The announcement is another significant milestone in our ambition to redevelop Balbriggan and represents further significant investment in the town by Fingal County Council,” she added In addition to the new indoor swimming pool Fingal County Council is also exploring the possibility of a tidal swimming pool for the area though that project is expected to take five to seven years to complete The council commissioned a €50,000 feasibility study for the coastal pool in 2022 but further reports and environmental studies are needed before a clear timeline can be established CamogieA short story from Dublin and Kilkenny – ‘We appreciate the tradition of the game but skorts are not fit for purpose’It’s the short story that has everyone talking Seán McCárthaighWed 30 Apr 2025 at 15:50Tragic details of how a married couple in their 40s from north Dublin died from drug overdoses less than a month apart from each other last year have been revealed at an inquest Shaun McGuckin (46) ) a father of one of Pinewood Green Road Co Dublin was found unresponsive on a sofa in his family home by his mother shortly before lunchtime on April 12 A sitting of Dublin District Coroners Court heard that Mr McGuckin had formally identified the body of his wife to gardaí at the same address less than a month earlier who was aged 40 and came originally from Lucan had been found unresponsive in bed by her husband on March 14 told the hearing that her brother-in-law had been “absolutely heartbroken” by the death of his wife at such a young age and had been attending grievance counselling at the time of his death said he had been “terribly upset” about his wife’s passing and had “sobbed all night” the evening before his own death Ms McGuckin said her son had not slept for weeks since Róisín had died and had taken two sleeping tablets that night She described how she was waiting for a maintenance man to call to her home on April 12 2024 and shouted out for her son to let him in when she heard a knock on the door at around 12.45pm The inquest heard Ms McGuckin found him asleep on the sofa and got the maintenance man to help her when she could not wake him A neighbour who was alerted to the scene also provided assistance in carrying out CPR on the deceased before an ambulance crew arrived at the house Garda Conor Burns said Ms McGuckin had expressed no concerns about her son to gardaí apart from the passing of his partner He noted that she had also informed him that he had past issues with drugs The inquest heard that Mr McGuckin was on methadone and had sought medication and access to counselling for a low mood just two days before his death from his family doctor A postmortem on his body showed that the deceased had chronic lung disease and high levels of methadone and pregabalin (a painkiller) with evidence also of some cocaine attributed the cause of death to exacerbation of chronic bronchitis and emphysema and methadone toxicity In reply to concern raised by his sister-in-law Dr Keane said there was no evidence to suggest his death was intentional The coroner also heard how Mr McGuckin had found his wife unresponsive in their bed at around 11.30 on March 14 Evidence was heard that he had dialled 999 when he was unable to wake her and had tried giving her CPR before paramedics arrived at their home Garda Conall Harkin told the hearing that there was nothing disturbed or out of the ordinary at the scene He recalled being informed by Mr McGuckin that his wife had been “in good form” before going to bed and had not taken any drugs Dr Keane noted that the deceased’s medical notes showed she had a history of seizures which were possibly linked to not taking her methadone medication A postmortem showed that Ms McGuckin had a high level of methadone in her body as well as several types of benzodiazepines The coroner observed that the combination of such drugs would have completely depressed the deceased’s respiratory system Recording verdicts of misadventure in relation to both deaths Dr Keane remarked that the four weeks after Ms McGuckin’s death must have been “horrendous” for her husband Offering her condolences to relatives of the couple the coroner added: “The tragedy is always for those left behind.” Please check your inbox to verify your details Now download the free app for all the latest Sunday World News, Crime, Irish Showbiz and Sport. Available on Apple and Android devices The group show Weaving Threads of Heritage opens 12 April at Ardgillan Castle Petra Skyvova slipped on a pair of white gloves and opened a grey vintage suitcase someone had written the name of the town’s old hosiery manufacturer Around her in a quiet section of Balbriggan Library students studied and people browsed bookshelves Skyvova delicately emptied out the case’s contents: a plethora of products made in the factory There was a pair of brown silk stockings with a black and gold badge reading “Balbriggan Fingalette” There was an orange cotton top with a striped black collar folded into packaging that featured photographs of women sitting she produced three leather-bound catalogues with rectangular samples of black cotton into which someone had stitched elaborate patterns until the entire desk was covered by these vintage samples This collection of products manufactured by the factory are in her custody as she puts together an arts exhibition, Weaving the Threads of Heritage Due to show in Ardgillan Castle between 12 April and 11 May the exhibition brings together eight local artists who will interpret these items to create works that reflect on Balbriggan’s heritage “Because these stockings and its textile production used to be very well known.” But around the world, in the 19th and 20th centuries, a “balbriggan” meant a finely knitted cotton fabric “Look it up in the English language dictionary in lowercase It featured photographs of the factory workers going about their duties in the old factory on Railway Street including an introduction written by the author Brinsley McNamara Yet everyone has come to know the difference sooner or later,” he wrote “That is why there can be only one place of the name And that name has come to mean only one thing Like how sparkling wine can only be referred to as champagne if it is produced in the Champagne region a pair of balbriggans could only come from this place Skyvova says as she holds a pair of stockings in her gloved hands and the cotton they produced here was so fine and luxurious that it was recognisably unique,” she says It showed a black and white picture of a stern Rasputin-looking man named Thomas Mangan and his eyes were wide enough to distract from his long “This gentleman was a third generation weaver,” she says “He was extremely well-known and skilled.” Mangan was personally recognised by Queen Victoria I for his work signed by Victoria here in the courthouse.” The whereabouts of the picture of the queen are currently unknown “This is an analogue photograph of the actual image in the frame.” The adoration for the fabric travelled all over the world with its name remaining in the popular lexicon until about the 1970s Four American women were riding the train from Dublin to Belfast It was like seeing a town called Weetabix.” One urban myth that Sorensen has been investigating for years is an alleged deleted line of dialogue from the 1950 John Ford-directed western Rio Grande Lieutenant Colonel Kirby York is believed to have insisted that he couldn’t go without his balbriggans “I’ve got people to look through all the scripts But I’ve never been able to track it down.” The layout of Railway Street today has been built around the old Smyth and Co Its buildings are situated on both sides of the street that leads out of the train station with the facades still decorated to preserve its legacy The old signs are still mounted to the walls out on the street announcing that it was established in 1780 and earned medals at exhibitions the world over: London in 1862 Mounted to the walls along the street in more recent years are large blown-up black and white photographs of the factory in its heyday showing workers in long white coats on the production line That heritage trail is the work of Petra Skyvova The factory ceased production in 1980 “It went into liquidation and the machinery was all sold.” In the mid-1990s, one of the factory’s buildings was repurposed as a series of artist’s studios, known as Sunlight Studios and one of the contributors to Skyvova’s show around the corner from the library in The Window print studios on Dublin Street “I came to Balbriggan because of the studios.” When Skyvova came in to visit Celis in The Window the artist was setting out a few of the works she was developing for the group show Celis had taken as her subject matter different details from the items in Skyvova’s suitcase collection etching into the surfaces of square blocks of wood larger versions of the leafy silk embroidery patterns old logos and styles of lettering used by the company and a handwritten index contained in one of the old catalogues “I’m filling up the grooves with a powder coat paint.” The paint gives each of their surfaces a cloudy patina to convey the feeling that these works have been weathered by decades and centuries Celis had also created layers of lettering with some fonts appearing only faintly underneath others She wanted to pay homage to how much thought the company gave to its lettertypes “Some of these letter types were imprinted with gold into some material and textiles.” Liz Comerford wandered through The Window studio on Saturday searching for the various one-of-a-kind art books that she had created Comerford too had worked as an artist in the old factory but didn’t pay much attention to its history.” who learned much of the craft from watching YouTube tutorials she was in the early stages of a project to hand-make 100 different books “These are books like a dragon-scale book and pop-up books.” The dragon-scale book was one Comerford was concocting for the exhibition It was in the shape of an elongated female leg modelled on the wooden planks cut to fit a stocking for display Laid out on a desk in the studio was this book with each of its pages designed to fold out to resemble scales comprised of nature and bird-like abstract illustrations with found objects like a small elastic fastener for an undergarment fixed onto coarse pieces of hand-made paper finely illustrated branch of a hawthorn tree “It is very reminiscent of the veins that go through your leg,” she says “And the leg is the thing that attracted me to this “I thought it would be the embroidered patterns “Some of my books are nothing but patterns.” but also how this heritage continues to influence the town While she and seven other artists will have pieces on display she also wants to display some of the actual items from the factory putting works of art and craft side by side “I want artists to be able to use artefacts in a different way rather than having it sitting in a museum.” There are so many items that sit in the archives of museums “So I want to see how it speaks to you today.” Michael Lanigan is a reporter at Dublin Inquirer You can reach him at michael@dublininquirer.com You've successfully subscribed to Dublin InQuirer Check your email for magic link to sign-in Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route in Balbriggan was officially opened today by Mayor of Fingal in the presence of Minister for Transport and Minister for Climate This project is a significant step forward in enhancing connectivity and promoting active travel in Balbriggan.  The contract for Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route was awarded to Jon’s Civil Engineering Co Key features of the €16m upgrade include a 3km-long well-lit and fully segregated pedestrian and cycle route designed to promote confidence and safety when walking Other improvements include 13 safe controlled crossing points new zebra and toucan crossings as well as signage and road markings to indicate shared space for cyclists.  Balbriggan is home to one of Ireland’s youngest populations and this project provides increased connectivity in the Balbriggan area The schools served by the new route are: St Molaga’s SNS Ardgillan Community College and Gaelscoil Bhaile Brigín The project offers enhanced accessibility and encourages children and their parents to choose active travel as their main form of transport.  said: “The Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian and Cycle Route will enhance the active travel network for Balbriggan By providing a cycle-link connecting the six local schools along the route it encourages the local school users to embrace a greener alternative to get to and from school safely I can appreciate how the well-designed and inclusive cycling route creates a safer environment for the community to enjoy their beautiful town.”   Minister for Transport and Minister for Climate stated: “This project represents a significant milestone in our commitment to promoting active travel By encouraging walking and cycling as sustainable transport options we are fostering lifelong healthy habits as well as reducing emissions The Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route will benefit Balbriggan and its surrounding areas for generations to come.”  This project is aligned with Fingal County Council’s Our Balbriggan Rejuvenation Plan which was recently updated and extended out to 2030.  It sets out an ambitious new vision to transform and improve Balbriggan by revitalizing and creating a unique and sustainable public open space.  Chief Executive at Fingal County Council said: ‘‘The Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route connects six schools along the 3km route as well as offering a safe cycling and walking route to shops childcare facilities and community amenities including Millpond Park The route will make travelling by Active Travel in Balbriggan safer and more convenient It is another substantial infrastructure investment in Balbriggan that will have long-term benefits for the community’’.  The newly completed Harry Reynolds Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route delivers many positive benefits including less traffic congestion reduced impact on the environment and the promotion of healthier communities Extensive landscaping was undertaken as part of the project featuring the planting of trees and hedgerows This new greenery not only enhances the aesthetic value of the route but also plays a key role in improving air quality and biodiversity The route creates welcoming opportunities for residents to connect with each other and take pride in their community.  Transport Planning and Investment at the National Transport Authority said: “We’re delighted to see the launch of the Harry Reynold’s Road Pedestrian & Cycle Route Designed with accessibility and safety at its core we are creating a route that is safer and more inclusive for everyone This project represents a significant step forward in making Balbriggan’s streets safer and more welcoming for all road users."  said people from Balbriggan and beyond would enjoy what he described as a ‘wonderful facility’ “It is fantastic to see this step in the right direction to get more people active and incentivise them to make more trips by bike,” said Dr Begg “I know it will help non-cyclists rediscover the joy of cycling encourage people to choose cycling ahead of getting in their car college and work in a safer environment.”  the wonderful community of Balbriggan will gather for a spectacular illuminated procession through the streets of the town and onto the beach.  the wonderful community of Balbriggan will gather for a spectacular illuminated procession through the streets of the town and onto the beach Balbriggan is one of Europe’s most diverse towns and is expanding into a vibrant hub of creative expression and life Performers from Luxe Landscape Theatre Company will be joined by community groups at the Lark Concert Hall they will carry lanterns together from the Lark gather with the community at George’s Square at 6pm and in a powerful and emotive performance before bringing everyone on a processional journey down Mill street to a celebration on the beach All are welcome to join in this family-friendly event to celebrate the return of Spring with a celebration of light and the coming together of this wonderful and beautifully diverse community This breathtaking procession was developed through a collaboration between Creative Fingal This demonstrates how the Creative Ireland Programme delivers through collaboration and partnership to promote understanding and appreciation of the value of creativity in all its forms It is a wonderful and unique opportunity to celebrate community and creativity and to mark the celebration of Lá Fhéile Bríde Balbriggan Library has been recognised for the consistent and innovative work that goes into making the library a champion for inclusion and welcome Fingal Libraries is delighted to announce that Balbriggan Library has been awarded a Library of Sanctuary by Places of Sanctuary Ireland making Fingal the first local authority in Dublin to receive this award Following the submission of an extensive portfolio Balbriggan Library was recognised for the consistent and innovative work that goes into making the library a champion for inclusion and welcome The award is particularly special as it means it becomes the first public library in Dublin to receive such a status At the award ceremony Deputy Mayor of Fingal JK Onwumereh remarked: “The ethnically diverse population of Balbriggan makes the local Library an ideal candidate for such a prestigious award They have created a community of welcome for all or any type of marginalised groups living in the town” Veronica Crosbie from Places of Sanctuary Ireland presented the Library of Sanctuary award to the Deputy Mayor  and the staff at Balbriggan Library at a celebration which took place in Ireland's youngest town Among the attendees were local agencies such as Cairde Balbriggan and the students of Bremore Educate Together Secondary School Veronica Crosbie commented: “Balbriggan Library demonstrates a commitment to supporting refugees and international protection applicants We are delighted to include the library in our growing network of places working hard to combat racism and foster inclusive communities where everyone can flourish.” County Librarian of Fingal Libraries added: “This award is testament to the hard work and enthusiasm displayed by the staff at Balbriggan Library Fingal Libraries strive to strengthen and support communities by providing a dynamic I would like to take this opportunity to personally congratulate them on this wonderful achievement.” Places of Sanctuary Ireland complemented Balbriggan Library on their “brilliant and very attractive portfolio” The evidence in their application clearly showed how the library has embedded the sanctuary principles of learn and share into the heart of library life by: collaborating with local community groups stocking a collection of silent (wordless) picture books for children information leaflets translated in multiple languages access to a range of digital services to enhance literacy Discover more about Places of Sanctuary Ireland: https://ireland.cityofsanctuary.org/about as Lead Partner of the Urbact EcoCore Project is delighted to announce an exciting Innovation Challenge/Hackathon in collaboration with Smart Balbriggan.  creativity and impact with exciting learning and networking opportunities The EcoCore Project is one of 30 approved networks under the URBACT IV programme URBACT's mission is to enable cities to work together and develop integrated solutions to common urban challenges by networking learning from each other's experiences and identifying good practices Fingal County Council is proud to be the first local authority in Ireland to lead an URBACT network The EcoCore includes partners from Dubrovnik (Croatia) All the partner cities are located along strategic transport corridors and the cities are working together to advance the green transition The EcoCore Project aims to build the capacity of small cities in addressing climate change by promoting sustainable economic development the green transition and helping local stakeholders in transitioning to low-carbon energy sources and promoting sustainable mobility options The EcoCore Network aims to create significant momentum for a green energy transition in each of the partner cities with a particular focus on the industrial areas of the cities said: “The EcoCore Project is an exciting project for Balbriggan We are proud to be the first Local Authority in Ireland to lead an Urbact Project and strengthen collaboration with European partners. Sustainable development is at the heart of the Fingal Development Plan and with the EcoCore Project the Council continues to take a future-focused climate conscious approach to economic development and local job creation in Balbriggan.” The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge allows like-minded individuals passionate about sustainability the green economy with a passion for the Circular Economy to make a contribution to the EcoCore Project and developing a greener future for the citizens of Balbriggan The Challenge affords a unique opportunity for individuals/teams to innovate using their unique skills to develop ideas around the green and circular economy with a prize fund of €2,500 available to further develop and implement the successful ideas.  Mayor of Fingal Cllr Brian McDonagh said “The Balbriggan Innovation Challenge is fantastic opportunity for Fingal County Council to engage and collaborate with a wide variety of stakeholders to deliver the sustainability objectives such as leading on the Just Transition to Net Zero and promoting a climate resilient economy which are featured in the Council’s Future Fingal Economic Development Strategy The Hackathon also advances the Council’s commitments as a signatory to the Circular Cities Declaration by exploring ideas to embed the circular economy in Fingal I’m excited to see what ideas come out of the Hackathon” Join us on November 8th for a full day of innovation through the process of taking an idea from concept to reality working with a team to develop practical solutions for real-world problems in the climate and circular economy space at our Balbriggan Innovation Challenge Full details are available on the attached Balbriggan Innovation Challenge - The EcoCore Hackathon Tickets, Fri 8 Nov 2024 at 08:00 | Eventbrite Conor will be very sadly missed by his heartbroken parents extended family and a wide circle of great friends and neighbours Reposing at his home on Friday 21st March from 4pm to 8pm Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Flemington Cemetery Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Saturday via the following link - https://www.balbrigganparish.com/web-camera It’s the preferred option to make the local segment of the Fingal Coastal Way greenway project work Fingal County Council is looking at rolling out a permanent one-way system in Balbriggan as part of its planned coastal greenway project On 10 April at the Balbriggan/ Rush-Lusk/ Swords Area Committee Labour Councillor Brendan Ryan had asked how the Fingal Coastal Way would impact on traffic flows in the coastal town The greenway is expected to start in Newbridge Demesne in Donabate and track about 32 km up to the county border The route through Balbriggan is intended to travel up from Skerries via the R127 road it would run along Seapoint next to the town’s harbour The council expects to submit a planning application to An Bord Pleanála in 2026 for the greenway That will include a one-way system connecting in with the adjacent €15 million Quay Street plaza project As part of that project, being led by Our Balbriggan, the local rejuvenation scheme, the council intends to make permanent its temporary traffic arrangements on Quay Street, according to a report by council senior engineer Linda Lally and Ryan Two-way traffic between Quay Street and the junction of High Street would no longer be permitted But must Seapoint become one-way for the greenway to actually work “Will planning for the Fingal Coastal Way to the An Bord Pleanála include changes to traffic flows to Seapoint?” he said these present a one-way system that will continue down the R127 to the new bridge planned in Castlelands Would all those traffic-flow changes be a part of the greenway or are they going to be dealt with separately “If residents like the idea of the Fingal Coastal Way said Seapoint has to be one-way to minimise the number of compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) that Fingal would have to carry out to build the coastal way we save a lot of road space and then we can make it work,” Van Wyk said they would need to CPO all the properties along the route to get more land to make the coastal way viable adding that all of this will be done through the council’s planning application to An Bord Pleanála the greenway was supposed to go through Hampton Cove and the Bower but the new bridge at Castleland allowed the council to look at more options with the least amount of CPO will be to make Seapoint one-way.” Locals will be able to share their input on all this when the coastal way plans go out for public consultation the council is also engaging with Dublin Bus to consider how this scheme will impact bus routes said that if changing the flow of traffic in Balbriggan is being done purely to save money on CPOs that’s hardly the right frame of mind considering this could all affect locals using buses I urge everyone involved in this project to think again,” he said The reason for coming along Seapoint is because if they went through Hampton Cove and the Bower they would be going through the open green space in that area “The CPO issue is around the extent of the one-way system.” That goes back to the bus services as well which the council is discussing with the National Transport Authority “The last thing we want to do is in any way negatively impact the public transport services.” Doing fewer CPOs and a one-way system would certainly make the project a lot easier But the council is looking at many options here The NTA is also going to be reassessing the Dublin Bus routes in Balbriggan “They haven’t looked at that in a couple of years.” We have flagged to them the possibility of the R127 becoming one-way Balbriggan on Saturday 12th April 2025 from 2pm to 4pm Removal on Monday morning to the Church of SS Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in St The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Monday morning 14th April at 11am via the following link Church Link Here CondolencesDonate to CharityWould you like to mark a birthday the Fingal community still has an opportunity to make the most of the warmer weather as the Balbriggan Beach Festival gets underway this weekend.  this year’s fest will once again transform the bustling beachfront into a hub of sports This free-to-attend festival – organised by the Fingal Sports Office – kicks off from midday with Ireland’s youngest town welcoming locals and visitors alike to soak up the sun and enjoy an action-packed day of events will be hosting thrilling come and try sessions Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a curious beginner there's an opportunity for everyone to get involved and have fun visitors can look forward to classic beach activities such as Tug of War a drumming session hosted by the Balbriggan’s Institute of Music and Song will keep the energy high and the beats flowing The festival will also feature an Information Village where local clubs and community groups will be on hand to share information about their activities and the great work being done in the town It’s an opportunity to learn more about what’s available in Balbriggan and to join community members On the main stage there is a dynamic lineup of live performances and fitness sessions to suit all levels Fitness instructors such as Ciuin Wellness and Seanie Smyth from MindYourself365 will lead engaging fitness sessions that are sure to get everyone moving Festival-goers will also be able to enjoy performances by local bands and groups in between fitness sessions with the likes of Toy Show favourite DJ Calum Kieran taking to the stage to energise the crowd and support the vibrant Colour Dash which will fill the beach with colour and sound The day will culminate in a high-energy set from SPIN 1038 DJ Marty Guilfoyle ensuring the festival runs smoothly and keeps guests entertained from start to finish who will be Acting Mayor of Fingal on the day says: ‘We are lucky to live next to such a great place of leisure as Balbriggan beach offers us The annual Balbriggan Beach Festival is special for getting people together from right across the local community and encourages everyone to give a new activity a go in a fun setting There’s also an opportunity for people to get more involved with clubs in the area and learn about what’s on offer all year round.”  For anyone planning on taking part in the massively fun colour dash we ask that participants to take their rubbish home or use bins provided We want to keep Fingal beautiful for everyone.   For more information and updates about the Balbriggan Beach Festival, please visit Fingal County Council Sports Office Facebook Page.  Reposing at the family home on Clonard Street on Thursday 10th April from 4pm-8pm. Removal Friday 11th to St Peter and Paul's Church, Balbriggan, for 11am Funeral Mass burial thereafter in St. Peter's and Paul's Cemetery, Balbriggan. Those who cannot make the funeral mass, please leave a personal message for the family below marked "Condolences". MC MAHON, John Francis – 12th March 2025, late of Knocknagin, Balbriggan. Predeceased by his daughter Angela and his two brothers Terry and Patrick.Beloved brother of Anthony and Julia and Sister in law Pam.John will be sadly missed by his loving family Anne, Sean, Jim, Evelyn, Anne-Patricia, Ross and David.His sons-in- law, daughters-in-law, his 14 grandchildren and all his extended family and friends. Reposing at his home in Knocknagin Road, Balbriggan on Sunday 30th March from 4pm to 8pm. Removal on Monday 31st March to S.S. Peter & Paul’s Church, Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Saint Peter and Paul's Cemetery, Balbriggan. Donate to CharityWould you like to mark a birthday Kit will be sadly and forever missed by his wife Jean and a wide circle of wonderful neighbours and friends; especially those in Pitch & Putt and The Labour Party Balbriggan on Saturday afternoon April 5th from 3.30pm to 5pm Followed by removal on Saturday evening to the Church SS followed by burial in Balscadden Cemetery The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Monday morning 7th April at 11am via the following link CondolencesDonate to CharityWould you like to mark a birthday, memorial mass or anniversary for a Loved One?You can now create a family notice on RIP.ie to remember your loved one. Rip.ie, The Irish Times Building, 24-28 Tara Street, Dublin 2, Ireland A murder investigation is underway after a man's body was found in Balbriggan.  Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene late last night, where the man in his 70s was found unresponsive. He was declared dead at the scene.  A man in his 20s has since been arrested, and a garda spokesperson has confirmed an investigation's underway:  "Gardaí in Balbriggan are investigating all the circumstances around the death of a man following an incident in Tobersool, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, which occurred on the evening of Thursday 12th December 2024. Shortly after 11.20pm, Gardaí and emergency services attended a residence in Tobersool, near Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, where a man in his 70’s was found unresponsive. He was declared deceased the scene. A male (20’s) was arrested in connection with the investigation, and is currently detained pursuant to Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act 1984, at a Garda Station in the Co. Dublin area. The office of the State Pathologist has been notified, and a post-mortem examination will be arranged. The scene is preserved for examination by the Garda Technical Bureau," they added.  A senior investigating officer has been appointed as part of the investigation. An incident room has been established at Balbriggan Garda Station. Gardaí are also appealing for anyone with information, or dash-cam footage to come forward: "Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to come forward, particularly those who were in the Tobersool, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin, area between 10pm and 11.20pm on Thursday 12th December 2024.Additionally, individuals with video recordings, including motorists with dash cams, from the area within the timeframe are asked to provide footage to investigating Gardaí." "Investigations are ongoing," they added.  A trainee solicitor has been charged with the murder of his father, who was found stabbed to death in his Dublin home Scott George, a finance academic and married father of two in his 70s with adult children, was found dead at the detached house on Thursday night at Tobersool Lane, near Balbriggan Dáire McCormack-George (29) was remanded in custody with an order that he receive immediate psychiatric care after appearing before Judge William Aylmer at Dublin District Court on Saturday morning He was charged with the murder of Scott George contrary to common law The District Court does not have jurisdiction to consider bail in a murder case, which requires an application to be brought before the High Court Mr McCormack-George is a PhD holder, a graduate of Trinity College Dublin and a published author with expertise in European law he sat silently with his arms folded and legs crossed during the brief hearing but did not address the court Garda Ultan McElroy told the court he arrested the accused for the purpose of charge at Balbriggan station at 10.42pm on Friday and the charge was put to him at 11.28pm The court heard he was cautioned in the usual manner and he “made no reply” to the charge and was handed a true copy Defence solicitor Danny Nolan then moved two applications He said his client was a trainee solicitor but due to the seriousness of the alleged offence Mr Nolan said Mr McCormack-George had been diagnosed with mental health issues and would be grateful if he received a visit from a prison psychologist. “He has prescribed medication which he has not received in a number of days and he is anxious to receive it,” Mr Nolan said. The judge remanded Mr McCormack-George in custody to appear via video link at Cloverhill District Court on Friday. Furthermore, he directed that the accused would receive immediate psychiatric assessment and treatment that may be required while in prison. designed by Stephen Foley Architects + CAMPUS and built by Vision Contracting for the Irish Institute of Music and Song (IIMS) balances artistic excellence with sustainability and historical context The Lark Theatre and Concert Hall in Balbriggan is a 400-seat venue built by Vision Contracting for the Irish Institute of Music and Song the delivery of this state-of-the-art facility exemplifies collaboration between the client live campus located within a residential and business community required timed truck movements to minimise disruption The facility uses renewable energy as much as possible The client’s brief was clear that the new concert hall was not to increase the IIMS’s carbon footprint This was achieved through collaborative and innovative design with measures that include advanced lighting control strategies a building automation and control system (BACS) integrated into electrical infrastructure strategically placed heat recovery units and rainwater harvesting Designed by Stephen Foley Architects for Michael Dawson and the Irish Institute of Music and Song (IIMS) the Lark Theatre seamlessly integrates into a historic campus repurposing and refurbishing a 1960s nursing home on site for backstage facilities The project team had to consider the adjacent historic Bedford House (1750) These buildings and on-site cottages have served as the town’s nursing home since the 1960s The theatre is directly connected to Bedford House The 400-seat auditorium offers a versatile space for performances ranging from orchestral concerts to intimate solo shows The building’s striking design features a pleated concrete and granite facade the theatre boasts an A3-BER certification and employs eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting The project team optimised construction efficiency and minimised waste using BIM Stephen Foley Architects’ design breaks up the theatre’s 21x21x12 metre cubed form with a series of pleated concrete granite-clad walls and a multi-pitched roof sloping from 11 metres down to 9 metres To achieve the necessary auditorium reverberation the hall’s roof was set as high as possible and drops at the building’s edge responding to the scale of the surrounding streets The hall’s ceiling is pleated to reflect the sound to the back of the audience and grooved acoustic panelling is used for diffusion This sets up the project’s leitmotif as pleats are used to make up the elevations breaking up the volume clad in granite slabs the angled façade helps reflect sound around the music classrooms located on the western side elevation The second-floor rehearsal space expresses the shape of the roof and has an opening looking back into the hall with acoustic curtains connecting the two spaces The lobby and reception area are on the north elevation The windows on this façade are more expansive and the view is framed from the vertical circulation Visitors are brought to a balcony which looks through a two-storey window towards the centre of the town on the way up to their seats and given a view towards the sea through a large picture window as they leave the performance space collaborated to design the auditorium with optimised sound reverberation Bespoke sound-diffusing treatments and a variable acoustic system ensure optimal sound quality Automated lighting and a flexible stage system enhance performance capabilities All internal surfaces were optimised for sound reverberation featuring bespoke sound-diffusing treatments including high-quality individually splayed oak panels and low-frequency treatments on the upper walls and ceilings A variable acoustic system allows acoustic banners to be deployed to reduce reverberation as needed is fully automated and integrated with the IT network allowing synchronised sound and lighting during performances The stage area includes an automated lift system with dual spiral drives housed within a Grade 3 in-situ concrete basement The auditorium is directly linked to a ‘plug & play’ live broadcast and recording studio within the building enabling media platforms to simply plug outside broadcast vehicles into the building A ventilation system includes a fresh-air air handling unit (AHU) incorporating variable speed drive (VSD) fans and reduces energy use by recovering heat from extracted air and adjusting fan speeds based on demand Mechanical ventilation with heat recovery (MVHR) further enhances energy savings by providing fresh air to each seat without increasing the heating load equipped with occupancy and daylight sensors ensures that lights are only on when needed and when natural light is insufficient Vision Contracting construction director Mick Allen explains that there was an increase of €1.6M between the initial budget of €9.2M and the final budget of €10.8M He comments: “This had been expected as the specifications for the building had not been finalised when we came on board under the ECI programme Our expertise and experience in managing complex construction programmes minimised the risk from new specifications and contained the impact of massive materials cost inflation.” The build was logistically challenging having to facilitate the client’s live educational campus This prompted the use of off-site construction with precast cores and extensive light gauge Kingspan RMG600 metal decking on a structural steel frame Vision Contracting project manager John Healy points out that the works programme within a live campus required careful planning and coordination to minimise disruption while limited space for material storage necessitated careful delivery scheduling and off-site manufacturing “The works programme within the active campus environment required careful planning and coordination to minimise disruption to daily operations The limited space available for storing materials necessitated a well-defined delivery schedule and a focus on off-site manufacturing whenever feasible,” John Healy says He continues: “We utilised precast cores and metal decking to minimise disruption on the live campus We used bottom-driven mini-piles for the groundworks to protect surrounding structures and reduce noise The site limitations also resulted in the use of integrated secant-piled soil retaining structures to support the adjacent historic building.” The Lark Concert Hall boasts strong sustainability credentials It incorporates a range of low- and zero-carbon features communications and switch room within the existing rear annexe building instead of the basement thus significantly reducing the carbon footprint of the new building the carbon saving for these service rooms (50sq m) alone was 37,500 kg CO2 Concrete supplied by O’Reilly Concrete utilised up to 30% GGBS The supplier recycles all water used in production offsetting their carbon production by planting trees The steel framing system used inside the auditorium was manufactured by Steel Formed Sections a Monaghan-based manufacturer that employs certified sustainable and clean production processes A rainwater harvesting system collects runoff from the roof and uses it for toilet flushing and other non-potable needs The Lark’s success hinged on achieving a high-performance building envelope Through the use of BIM and with insulation incorporated off-site in most cases an A3 BER certification was achieved with the following u-values: – Precast ground floors U-value: .15W/ m2K – High-performance double-glazed curtain wall windows – Air permeability 50 Pa: 4.6 m3/(hm2) – Primary space & water heating from air to water heat pumps with gas boiler backup Vision Contacting is meticulous in managing on-site health and safety on all projects comprehensive PSCS Plans and Risk Assessments were completed before work commenced identifying hazards and implementing control measures This was carried out using the company’s ISO Certified Management Systems (14001 Vision also used lean practices and criteria to manage on-site safety Pedestrian and traffic management plans were in place for the adjacent live campus and Vision Contracting engaged with the local community Vision Contracting’s EHS Manager Glen Cowley explains: “All subcontractors provided detailed Safe Work Method Statements and Risk Assessments for their work elements Our EHS team coordinated all people movements and access/egress on site and ensured hazards were identified and requisite actions were taken “We take H&S monitoring on site very seriously Every subcontractor was inducted and signed in before accessing the site Any EHS team observations were digitally recorded and shared with relevant persons This improved efficiency and ensured excellent safety performance with no time-lost incidents recorded.” a specialist scaffolding firm designed and installed a safe platform system for installing brackets Vision Contracting’s commitment to safety resulted in a project with zero lost-time incidents and site walk-throughs ensured adherence to safe work practices The Lark topped the poll in the ‘Public Choice’ category of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Irish Architecture Awards Organisers said the overwhelming support for the project reflects its outstanding contribution to the built environment and its resonance with the community comments on the project: “The Lark is a significant milestone for the town of Balbriggan embodying an ambitious vision that required a contractor capable of overseeing its entire development Vision Contracting not only grasped our vision but exceeded our expectations in constructing The Lark “The entire project was executed in a very restricted area without generating a single complaint from the surrounding neighbours living in close proximity “The Lark is a testament to the power of collaboration,” commented Mick Allen “By working closely with the client and all stakeholders including site visits to leading UK venues we delivered a state-of-the-art concert hall This project exemplifies the value of strong partnerships and I am incredibly proud of the team’s contribution to this exceptional venue for the people of Balbriggan.” For magazine editorial, website or eNewsletter queries, email Robbie Cousins robbie@foundationmedia.ie For sales or a ratecard email Joe Connolly joe@foundationmedia.ie Privacy Policy Key milestones have been reached on the €15m Balbriggan Quay Street and Harbour project Work is progressing on the refurbishment of Balbriggan’s Quay Street and Harbour Amy DonohoeWed 18 Sep 2024 at 13:47Key milestones have been reached on a €15m project aimed at transforming Balbriggan into “a high-quality public amenity and premier visitor destination” The Balbriggan Quay Street and Harbour project will “create a unique including a multi-purpose plaza area suitable for markets chair of the Our Balbriggan Leadership Group said it’s an ambitious step in the town’s rejuvenation plan “I am delighted the project is progressing clearly demonstrated support for reimagining the harbour,” he said lively waterfront plaza and linear park will promote tourism and significantly boost the town.” said the development will provide an ideal central meeting place on the Fingal coast “This is one of the most significant milestones in our ambition to redevelop Balbriggan and represents a major investment in the town,” she said “This reimagined space is a symbol of the progress being made in the Our Balbriggan plan – one which was informed and shaped by the community and which will provide a well-designed public place for people to not only enjoy phase one has seen works at the Upper Town Centre Car Park at Mill Street commence and it will reopen at the end of October including three universally accessible spaces There will be 10 on-street car park spaces on Quay Street and four on-street spaces at Mill Street or use public transport during the works if possible maintained car parks are available through Fingal County Council at Bath Road (Martello Tower) and Bremore Castle during this period Though site works have commenced at both these car parks inconvenience to the public will be minimised and access will remain for school drop off and public parking at Bremore Castle Fingal County Council is working with the local community businesses and stakeholders to mitigate any negative impacts during all works expected to be completed by the end of 2025 highlighted the new development’s importance to the local economy and community life in Balbriggan “The enhancement of the Harbour will provide a new much needed high quality public focal point as well as developing Balbriggan’s tourist offering,” he said Work is due to begin on the main Bath Road car park after Bremore Castle Car Park and the overflow at Bath Road are completed by the end of November Enhancement works to the Bracken River within the existing open space between Quay Street and Mill Street increase planting and improve flood resilience along the riverbank Work on replacing the toilet block with a modern facility and the refurbishment of the RNLI boathouse will begin in October and is expected to be complete in June 2025 Temporary toilets will be in place throughout construction (peacefully) in Hamilton Park Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family May will be sadly missed by her son Chris and daughter Donna Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in S.S Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Thursday via the following link - Nancy (née Willis) – 15th January 2025 (Balbriggan) and formerly of Dean Prior surrounded by her loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at Beaumont Hospital Beloved wife of Paul (Mully) and loving mother of Niall and Fergal Reposing at her residence on Monday evening 20th January from 6pm to 8pm Removal on Tuesday morning to the Church of Ss Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11 am followed by cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium at 13.30 donations if desired to Palestine Children’s Relief Fund Donation Link Here The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Tuesday morning at 11am via the following link The Crematorium Service will be streamed live on Tuesday afternoon at 13.30 pm via the following link Crematorium Link Here Funeral Service.css-h76uj{display:inherit;margin-right:-4px;margin-left:8px;}Cremation / BurialDate Published: We use cookies to collect and analyse information on site performance and usage to improve and customise your experience, where applicable. View our Cookies Policy Click Accept and continue to use our website or Manage to review and update your preferences The following cookies are necessary to allow you to access the website including login move between pages and to receive services which you have requested They include cookies to store analytics and track user interactions so we can personalise content to best suit your interests and needs These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced and more personal features Performance cookies monitor site performance and user actions These cookies do not collect identifiable information we may use cookies to display advertisements that we believe are relevant to you or work with advertisers to display our own adverts on third party websites based on cookies set on your visit to the Website Swords Court Office and Court are temporarily relocating to Balbriggan All court matters will be heard in Balbriggan Courthouse from 2 September 2024 at 10.30am The new temporary Swords and Balbriggan District Court public office will be located at: 2nd Floor Balbriggan Public Library Those with any queries can contact the office at: The Courts Service adds that the public office will be closed due to this relocation on Monday 19 August and Tuesday 20 August Any urgent domestic-violence applications can be applied for in Dolphin House Family Law Courts Division wins two prizes at 2025 Accountancy Awards Mark O’Shaughnessy joins from Byrne Wallace Shields Ms Justice Nuala Jackson is keynote speaker New appointments body launches selection process DPC eyes further action over ‘inaccurate’ information Minister tells POA of plan to encourage greater use Digital filing for family proceedings on way Letterkenny hearing of Imram residency case Penalty causes are ‘unenforceable’ – William Fry surrounded by his loving family and in the wonderful care of staff at Beaumont Hospital mother Marlow and predeceased by father Vincent Reposing at his residence on Monday 13th January from 4pm to 8pm Removal on Tuesday morning to the Church of SS followed by cremation in Glasnevin Cemetery The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Tuesday morning Church link here The Crematorium Service will be streamed live on Tuesday afternoon at 13.00 pm via the following link Crematorium link here A design team is in place to oversee their refurbishment Enormous foamy waves crashed against the lighthouse at the end of the harbour wall in Balbriggan on Tuesday morning Below the viaduct that carries the railroad along the coast construction workers were busily redeveloping the Quay Street parking area They were fencing off portions of the street and the boat house under one of the viaduct’s towering arches spritely wagtails and a few brave souls stripping down to their togs for a sea swim the tide was coming up a slipway to where a pair of crumbling late 19th-century structures stand Roofless and covered by a pale aqua tarpaulin, these are the town’s other boat house and an old lifeboat station, says Sean Keenan, chairperson of the Balbriggan Amenities for Sea Swimming (BASS) and their most recent function was as a family’s summer house in the 1960s the small single storey buildings went into disrepair “And Fingal Council Council took ownership of [them].” Now the council has plans for the two weathered structures referred to locally as the boat house and bath house In December, its local community rejuvenation organisation, Our Balbriggan, said the eventual plan is to re-open the houses for use by local water sports clubs in a report at the most recent Balbriggan/Rush-Lusk/Swords Area Committee meeting on 16 January a council official said a design team is in place to oversee their refurbishment The boat and bath houses on King’s Strand were built in 1889, according to a 2021 conservation report for Bremore Park, written by Howley Hayes Architects The two buildings are protected structures and originally had a long-wooden jetty They fell into dereliction in the first half of the 20th century before a family came and refurbished them 60 years ago says local independent Councillor Grainne Maguire All of that changed with the establishment of the Fingal Rowing Club in 2016 this would be an ideal opportunity for them to use it.’” A lot of the club’s boats are currently being kept over in the Naul “We’ve about five skiffs and a safety boat out there.” They also have an enclosure up at the car park by the Martello Tower but as they are looking to get a juvenile club going having closer access to the water is preferable Niall Keady launched a petition in July 2020 asking the council to revive the so-called bath house and its pier the best bet was always going to be if they aimed to create a shared facility “Getting as many groups involved would tick a few boxes.” Groups like the 89th Bremore Scouts have also expressed an interest “They were looking for a premises for their sea sports elements.” Maguire had put the query into the council asking if there was any timeline on the planned refurbishment and re-opening of the two houses Declan Ryan, a senior executive officer in the council’s Economic, Enterprise, Tourism Cultural Development Department, confirmed that the process was in the pre-pre-planning stages Surveys and screenings of proposals are due to be carried out between January and March Ryan told councillors at the area committee meeting The council is aiming to seek planning permission through the Part 8 process – when it applies to itself for permission for its own projects – between June and July with works then planned from October until March 2026 No organisation has locked down either the boat or so-called bath house But a few have been engaging with the council about possibly using them once construction is done “Securing this boathouse would not only provide us with a much-needed but it would also enable us to further engage with the community,” he said The boathouse would also give the club a chance to preserve and promote the tradition of skiff rowing in the area peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family Niamh and Ruairí and adored grandad of Senan Rory will be very sadly missed by his loving family - sisters Deirdre extended family and wide circle of friends Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in Balrothery Cemetery Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Thursday morning via the following link - Daughter of the late Mary-Rose and Patrick Sadly missed by her loving and devoted children Philomena adored eighteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren extended family and a large circle of friends Removal Saturday to Dardistown crematorium for 12.30 Funeral Service Family flowers only please, donations if desired to St. Francis Hospice. Please click on link to donate, also a donation box will be available at the crematorium. https://www.sfh.ie/donate/ Critical is expanding its presence in the Dublin area with the launch of a new Community First Responder (CFR) group in Balbriggan. The new group, which is hoping to go live at the start of the summer, will respond to 999/112 calls including cardiac arrests, stroke, choking, and chest pain. The Emergency Medical Response charity Critical is currently operational in 25 counties around the country. Balbriggan CFR currently has 16 volunteers made up of Paramedics, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), a nurse, First Aid Responders and people with no prior medical background or experience. The group has completed the initial phase of training which involved the PHECC Cardiac First Responder community-level course. This foundational course is a requirement for all CFR groups in Ireland. They plan to conduct a series of scenario-based training sessions to ensure all volunteers are thoroughly prepared to respond effectively to 999/112 emergency calls and handle the emergencies they are dispatched to. Volunteer regional coordinator for Critical and a Paramedic with the National Ambulance Service, Adam Mathews, has been leading the training sessions with Balbriggan CFR. He said: “The purpose of Balbriggan CFR, as is with all Critical CFR groups, is to strengthen the chain of survival for community members in their time of need. "We started the group in November 2024 and I am delighted with the response from volunteers so far. Critical provides a life-saving service to so many communities around the country and it is great to know we will have a group of dedicated volunteers in Balbriggan to join the ever-growing Critical network.” Chief executive of Critical, David Tighe, said: “Critical continues to grow and provide an invaluable service to communities thanks to the support we receive from the public through their donations and fundraising efforts. "The charity relies heavily on public funding and it is important that this continues throughout 2025. We have plans to launch at least three new groups in the coming months and I would like to welcome Balbriggan CFR to our network. I wish them well as they prepare to go live alongside the National Ambulance Service.” Sign up to our newsletter for updates on Roscommon news, sport, community notes and more Dublin 5 - 3rd November 2024 - (peacefully) in Beaumont Hospital Eamonn will be sadly missed by his wife Frances Reposing at his home on Wednesday 6th November Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Thursday morning via the following link surrounded by her loving family.Predeceased by her adoring husband William Sandra will be very sadly missed by her daughters Reposing at her residence on Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th February Removal on Thursday morning to the Church of SS arriving for Funeral Mass at 11am followed by burial in St The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Thursday morning 27th February 2025 at 11 am via the following link Predeceased by his parents Billy and Peggy and his brother Jim Beloved husband of Bernie and devoted father of Fiona Gerry will be deeply missed by his loving family Reposing in McNally’s Funeral Home on Monday 30th December from 3-5pm Removal on Tuesday morning to the Church of SS Peter & Paul followed by private family cremation service in Dardistown Crematorium Gerry’s Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Tuesday morning 31st December at 11am via the following link: https://www.balbrigganparish.com/web-camera Published links are provided and managed by an independent Media provider. The Funeral Home accepts no responsibility for functionality, the timing of a live broadcast or any interruption to a live broadcast. Very sadly missed by his sisters Cherrie and Anne and brother-in-law Johnny predeceased by his parents Richard and Delia and brothers Jim and Leo Oliver will be dearly missed by all of his nieces The Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Tuesday morning 25th February 2025 at 11 am via the following link Fingal County Council has prepared a Draft Local Area Plan (LAP) for Flemington This plan outlines a vision for the development of the area with a strong emphasis on long-term sustainability and the protection of the natural environment The Draft LAP aims to establish a vibrant new residential neighbourhood in Flemington creating a sustainable community that is inclusive and accessible for people of all ages and abilities The plan focuses on providing a wide range of housing options and an urban environment that is easy to navigate and use for everyone The Draft LAP documents are available for public viewing at the following locations during their respective opening hours: The documents are also accessible online via the County Council’s portal at: https://consult.fingal.ie/en/browse Fingal County Council is inviting submissions and observations on the Draft LAP from Tuesday Members of the public can provide feedback through the following methods: Submissions should be made by one medium only (online or in writing) A public information event will take place at the Flemington Community Centre Fingal County Council invites all interested members of the public and community groups to attend this event to learn more about the LAP and provide feedback Alex will be sadly missed by his loving wife Anna Balbriggan arriving for Funeral Mass 1.30pm followed by burial in Balrothery Cemetery 27th Infantry Battalion and National Archives) Brendan will be deeply missed by his loving family donations if desired to ILFA (the Irish Lung Fibrosis Association) https://ilfa.ie/donate/ Reposing in McNally’s Funeral Home on Friday 3rd January from 5-7pm Removal on Saturday morning to the Church of SS Peter & Paul followed by burial in SS Peter & Paul Cemetery Brendan's Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Saturday morning 4th January at 11am via the following link: A 29-year-old apprentice solicitor has been charged with the murder of his father who was found stabbed to death in his Dublin home Scott George, a married father of two in his 70s, was found dead on Thursday night at Tobersool Lane was brought before Dublin District Court this morning charged with murder Garda Ultan McElroy of Balbriggan Garda Station gave evidence of arrest Garda McElroy said Mr McCormack-George was charged with murder around 11.30pm last night Defence Solicitor Danny Nolan said the 29-year-old had been diagnosed with a mental health issue and he requested a psychological evaluation Judge William Aylmer granted him a psychiatric assessment and any treatment that may be required while he is in custody He also granted Mr McCormack-George legal aid Judge Aylmer remanded him in custody to Cloverhill Prison to appear in court again via video link on Friday 20 December Main image: Garda at the scene of an incident in St Johnston where a woman in her 80s was fatally injured Developed by Square1 and use the money to buy defibrillators and train first responders Aidan Whelan heard someone half-joke that there are more defibrillators in Balbriggan than bins He scratched his head and wondered where the defibrillators are in the town sat at a corner table in the lounge of the Bracken Court Hotel He also found more than 30 others listed in Balbriggan on the National Ambulance Service’s register and apps But the research made him realise that they’re not placed strategically Reading up, he learnt that more than 70 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home He is now looking to fix this – to create a chain of defibrillators in Balbriggan that extends beyond main streets into housing estates is to have one defibrillator every 420 metres he wants to cash in on the deposit return scheme with a network of orange bins where Balbriggan residents can drop plastic bottles as a donation to the cause community groups and residents’ associations are on board to host the bins which he hopes could be reassigned later to support future community causes A recent review of thousands of cases of cardiac arrest outside of hospitals by University College Dublin found that the highest rate of survival was in patients who had bystander defibrillation Planting defibrillators across Balbriggan is one leg of Whelan’s effort to build a “chain of survival” across the town He is also working to pull together volunteers to train as community first responders – those who could quickly get to a patient and do CPR or shock them with a defibrillator He is looking to work with the charity Critical on that himself a filmmaker who works in IT and is also involved in community groups Representatives of Critical will be at a public meeting on the evening 23 October at the Seamus Murphy Senior Citizen Hall in Balbriggan to tell people more about how they work said they have been setting up community first responder groups around Ireland for about 18 months now and the benefits of a network of community first responders “And to answer any of the questions that they have.” A big benefit of being affiliated with Critical is that the charity helps with the bureaucracy which is accredited by the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council “It gives a lay person who has never done it before to go from being very basic to having the knowledge to do good quality CPR.” People are assessed by Critical and the National Ambulance Service to make sure that they have the confidence and competence to help before they become active “It’s kind of everywhere needs them,” says Walsh but there isn’t an ambulance on the corner of every road If you have a group of responders – whether in a rural area or in a town like Balbriggan – you have someone who can respond on your doorstep “My motto is: the chain of survival starts with you,” says Walsh Finding funding for the defibrillators has been a challenge The idea is that labelled orange bins will be placed around Balbriggan Any money from the deposits will go into a store account with supplier Smart Medical Using the money from the deposit return scheme to fund community initiatives is gradually catching on Re-turn, which operates the deposit return scheme, fundraises for six children’s charities with donation stations at major events GAA clubs around the country are also trying to leverage returned bottles into cash for their teams Whelan has parties in Balbriggan signed up to host bins and two residents’ associations – New Haven Bay and Taylor Hill Whelan says that he is conscious of possible competition Other groups might understandably look to orange bins to fund their own Balbriggan projects “We’re looking to reduce the critical issues in Balbriggan in terms of avoidable fatalities with medical supplies – such as defibrillators and life buoys.” “The purpose could be there for anything.” Lois Kapila is deputy editor at Dublin Inquirer You can reach her at lois@dublininquirer.com A second Ireland Ladies player has announced her International retirement. Just days after Niamh Fahey announced her departure from the Ireland scene Diane Caldwell has followed suit at the age of 36.. The Balbriggan-born defender-come-midfielder finished with 102 appearances to her credit dating back to 2006 when she made her senior debut aged 17 in the 5-1 victory over Albania in October 2023 She was also a past captain of the National team although that didn't happen until 2022 Dublin – 30th November 2024 – (peacefully) at her home Predeceased by her sisters Marie and Patricia Kathleen will be deeply regretted and sadly missed by her sisters-in-law Theresa and Bernadette https://mydonation.focusireland.ie Funeral Mass will be streamed live on Friday morning via the following link -