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Community
staff in fear
of jobs and
service cuts
Tears for
Thomas
teaRs flowed in finglas last friday as
the remains of local man thomas kennedy were finally laid to rest.
Jack Gleeson
coMMunity workers across the northside fear for their jobs and local services
due to a new programme that could see funding slashed by almost €750,000.
The Ballymun/Whitehall and Tolka
Area Partnerships, which provide a
range of services to local disadvantaged
groups, are expected to be merged when
the Social Inclusion and Community
Activation Programme (SICAP) is introduced.
SICAP, due to be rolled out in April,
will be funded through the Department
of Environment, Community and Local
Government and a public procurement
process is being used to choose who’ll
run local partnerships, also known as Local Development Companies (LDCs).
The current partnerships have submitted tenders to continue operating
but funding for Dublin partnerships
is expected to be cut by an estimated
€742,000.
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▪ The remains of Finglas man Thomas Kennedy leave the Church of the
Annunciation. PHOTO BY DARREN KINSELLA.
Friday, 27th February
NEW
The 81-year-old was given an emotional send off at the and the funeral
cortege was flanked by a garda escort as
it left the Church of the Annunciation in
Finglas West.
The church itself was packed to overflowing as locals paid their respects to
the much loved grandfather.
Thomas, formerly of Kilkieran Road,
Cabra and late of CIE Broadstone and
Inchicore, was previously Leader and Assistant Regional Commissioner of Scouting Ireland.
His death notice read: “Tommy will be
sadly missed and remembered with love
by his wife, sons, grandchildren Ross,
Craig, Jack, Scott, Jenna, Sean, Bella,
Aoife and Josh, daughters-in-law, sister
Bernie, brother Michael, sisters-in-law,
brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, neighbours and the vast
number of friends who rallied to Tommy’s cause.”
The family also used Facebook to
thank the hundreds of locals who joined
in the search for Thomas after he went
missing on July 29 last.
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25 Feb 2015 • Northside PeoPle West
ESB protest planned
THE Retired Staff Association of the ESB will hold a demonstration outside the company’s Fitzwilliam Street head office on
Tuesday, March 3, 12 noon. Organisers of the protest said they were
looking for better rights, recognition and representation for ESB
pensioners. All retired staff - members and non-members - are
invited to attend. Further details at www.esbrsa.ie
▪ HE’S GRAND:
Finglas funnyman
Brendan O’Carroll will
be Grand Marshell
at this year’s St
Patrick’s Day Parade.
He already leads the
way in comedy so
he’ll be right at home
marching at the head
of the parade on
March 17 next.
Community workers fear for future
Continued from page 1
An announcement on tendering was expected to be made last
week but community workers
heard nothing and are still in the
dark over what SICAP will mean
to their jobs or the local communities.
Last week hundreds of workers took part in a protest outside
the Department of Environment,
Community and Local Government at the Custom House to
voice their concern over the
change.
They were supported by SIPTU
and IMPACT unions who claim
that the change effectively privatises community social inclusion
programmes.
The workers were also protesting over the refusal of the department to negotiate with union
representatives following a Labour Court recommendation last
December to establish a forum to
discuss concerns regarding the
introduction of SICAP.
IMPACT assistant general secretary, Geraldine O’Brien, said
workers in the sector are very
concerned about the move.
“There will not be enough contracts awarded to ensure all LDCs
will receive future funding,” she
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duplication of representation, duplication of voting rights
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secure and protect the integrity of the electoral process.
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said.
“This will ultimately lead to
a reduction in services and the
probability of job losses. These
LDCs facilitate crucial work in the
communities they serve, from
drug addiction services, upskilling early school leavers and
homelessness services.
“No transition process has
been put in place by the Department to ensure this work will
continue. Private companies, obviously more interested in profit
than service provision, could end
up providing these services.”
IMPACT says it’s now in the
process of preparing a ballot of
community sector members for
industrial action against possible
redundancies and job losses.
SIPTU is also balloting its
members and warned that companies that end up operating programmes under SICAP could face
strike action.
“Workers across the country
are being placed on protective
notice with some having already
been made redundant,” said
SIPTU community sector activist,
Donnie O’Leary.
“If this ballot is successful it
will mean that community workers across the country will defend their colleagues’ right to
maintain their employment with
its existing terms and conditions.
This right will be defended by industrial action, up to and including strike action.”
Cllr Paul McAuliffe (FF) warned
that the community sector could
face a “brain drain” of talented
workers fed up with uncertainty
around their futures.
“The tendering process is a
farce and was designed to introduce significant cutbacks through
the back door,” he claimed.
Cllr McAulliffe, who is a director
of the Ballymun Whitehall Partnership, warned that community
organisations will struggle to stay
afloat following funding cuts.
“In my own locality there are
two partnership companies, Tolka Area Partnership and Ballymun Whitehall Partnership, that
have been forced to tender for
the same contract,” he said.
“One of these organisations
will have serious issues to consider including redundancies and
the closure of programmes.
“As a director, it remains unclear to me what will happen to
the staff and community programmes that currently operate
in areas like Finglas and Ballymun.”
Cllr Noeleen Reilly (SF) also expressed her dismay at the introduction of SICAP.
“As a member of the Ballymun
Whitehall Partnership it is shocking to consider we may not exist
after next week,” she said.
“Before SICAP there were two
partnerships operating within
Dublin North West. The results
of the tender process means only
one of those partnerships can
exist and will exist on a much
smaller budget but will also have
to cover a greater geographical
area.
“The people involved in providing services for years; the dedication and commitment they have
given to areas like Ballymun,
Finglas, Cabra and Whitehall has
been so easily forgotten by this
Government.”
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NORTHSIDE PEOPLE wEST • 25 FEb 2015
Write man for Bohs
‘Exessive force’
used in stabbing
By Jack Gleeson
A MAN has avoided jail for using “excessive force” when stabbing
another man in self defence.
THERE’S no guarantee that Bohemian FC will pick up any silverware this upcoming season
but they’re bound to beat their
League of Ireland rivals in any
war of words.
That’s because the Northside
club has become the first ever
Irish soccer team to appoint a
Poet in Residence, and Cabra
student, Lewis Kenny, will be
bringing a touch of culture to
the Gypsies in this, their 125th
anniversary year.
For better or verse, the 21year-old will compose poems
about the club, Dalymount Park,
football in general and the local
community, which will be published in he club’s match-day
programme.
And while he’s always wanted
to represent the Bohs, Lewis
never thought he be writing
down lines for the club, rather
than playing down them.
“My reaction to this appointment is pure joy,” he said. “My
boyhood dream was to play for
Bohemians, and I have been a
fan all my life. I never thought
I would represent the club as a
poet.”
Lewis has several pieces “in
the works” and hopes to unveil
▪ Bohs poet Lewis
Kenny pictured at
Dalymount Park with
the season ticket he
received in payment
for his poetry
one of these at the start of the
new league season next month.
And he’s no novice when it
comes to words. In fact Lewis
is a regular performer on the
Dublin festival circuit and even
headlined his own show, ‘OutStraight’, at Electric Picnic.
He’s also the founder of the
Inter-Varsity Poetry Slam, a
college competition that starts
next month and aims to become
an all-Ireland event next year.
Lewis has appeared on RTE’s
The Works and is also Chairperson of the Poetry Society at the
Institute of Art Design and Technology (IADT) in Dun Laoghaire,
where he studies audio-visual
media technology.
Lewis Kenny’s appointment is
part of a series of measures to
help celebrate and commemorate the historic Northside
club’s 125th anniversary.
The programme of events
over the coming months includes an exhibition, a drama
reading, a family day, historical
talks and other cultural initiatives.
Already known as ‘the people’s club, Bohs are increasingly
becoming recognised as an
earthy club of culture.
Declan Christie (44), of North
Circular Road, Dublin, pleaded
guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal
Court to assault causing harm at
Infirmary Road on June 16, 2011.
Garda Jennifer Woods said that
“words were exchanged” when
Christie met his friend Daniel
Doyle and the victim, Ian Dunne,
by arrangement on the night of
the assault.
Mr Doyle head-butted Christie
and the three men began fighting.
Christie then stabbed Dunne in
the lower back with a knife that
he found at the scene. Dunne required surgery for a 1.5 cm stab
wound.
Christie has 19 previous convictions. He had not come to the at-
tention of gardai since 2004 until
this incident.
Gda Woods told Anne-Marie
Lawlor BL, defending, that Christie voluntarily came to the gardaí
when he learned they were looking for him and admitted his involvement.
She agreed with counsel that
Christie had been acting in selfdefence and had not brought the
knife to the scene.
Sentencing Christie to two
years in jail, suspended for three
years, Judge James O’Donohoe
said Christie’s admission of using
“excessive force” was a valuable
plea that prevented a jury trial.
Christie paid a bond of €100 and
agreed to be of good behaviour.
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opinion >>
‘Jake’s Law’ has
concentrated
minds on speed
Tony McCullagh
THERE was a lot of talk of speed last
week.
The National Roads Authority is
proposing a rush hour speed reduction
on the M50 to 60km/h in a bid to ease
what it calls the “accordion effect”,
where vehicles braking on a heavily
trafficked route cause a ripple reaction
behind them.
Most of us would love to be able to
travel at 60km/h on the motorway at
peak times instead of moving at a brisk
walking pace, so it will be interesting
to see if there is any merit to the NRA’s
proposal.
But traffic congestion on the capital’s
busiest route was the last thing on the
minds of the parents of little Jake Brennan (6), who was tragically killed by a
car outside his home. They held a three-
In my experience,
local authorities
are slow to act on
calls for speed reduction
measures unless there is
a broad consensus among
residents.
night vigil outside the Dáil to promote
their campaign for a speed reduction to
20km/h in residential areas. The initiative, which has become known as ‘Jake’s
Law’, was the subject of a Sinn Féin bill
and was met with widespread political
support, despite fears from the Minister
for Transport that it could be problematic to implement.
But like everything else in this country, a law is only as good as its enforcement. Reduced speed limits in housing
estates will do little for the safety of our
children if the detection vans are not
moved from our motorways and major
roads and into residential areas.
One of the most notorious speed
traps is regularly located on the N4,
just as you exit the M50 near Liffey
Valley Shopping Centre. This is not an
area where children play football on
the green or even where pedestrians
cross the road. It always strikes me as a
revenue raising exercise rather than a
safety measure.
I would like to see the accident statistics for this particular spot because
I can’t help but think that communities
would be far better served if this van
was located in nearby housing estates.
Residents’ associations also need to
play a stronger role in reducing the risk
▪ Speeding in residential areas puts children’s lives at risk. PHOTO POSED
to children’s lives. Attempts by parents
to have speed reduction measures introduced in their areas are often thwarted
by a minority of people who are afraid
that ramps or excessive signage will
lower the tone of the area or - God
forbid - affect property prices.
In my experience, local authorities
are slow to act on calls for speed reduction measures unless there is a broad
consensus among residents.
On a related note, have you noticed
the reduction in the numbers of socalled boy racers on our roads? I’m not
just talking about the ‘skangers in bang-
ers’, but also the young men who spend
a fortune modifying their cars. There
was a time when boy racers plagued my
community; now they are reduced to
just one or two brain dead idiots. You’d
almost miss the obnoxious roar of their
souped-up back boxes in the middle of
the night. So where have they all gone?
My guess is that a large section of the
boy racer demographic have either been
forced to emigrate or have lost their
jobs and can no longer afford to pimp
their rides.
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about the recession?
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25 Feb 2015 • Northside PeoPle West
Great day for
Sister Eileen
THE Congregation of Dominican Sisters in Cabra celebrated
the first profession of Sr Eileen
O’Connelon on Sunday February 15.
Originally from Ballincollig, Co
Cork, Sr Eileen was joined in the
celebration by her parents Mary
and John, her brother Tim and
his wife Eilish and their two sons,
Sam and Joe.
Speaking at the celebration, Sr
Helen Mary Harmey, OP Congregation Prioress, described it as a
privilege and a delight to be welcoming everyone to the profession ceremony.
Sr Eileen’s cousin, Rev Derry
Murphy, a priest with the Pallotine Order was chief celebrant on
the day. As part of the ceremony
Sr Eileen made profession into the
hands of the Congregation Prioress, Sr Helen Mary Harmey OP.
“You will notice that Eileen will
only vow obedience, according
to our Dominican tradition,” explained Sr Helen Mary.
“This is because for us obedi-
▪ The talented St Philip’s SNS Choir put on a great performance at the RDS.
▪ Pictured at the First Profession of Sister Eileen O’Connell at the
Dominican Convent Chapel, Cabra, are (l-r): Sister Martina Phelan,
Irish Mission Area Prioress; Sister Eileen O’Connell; Sister Marie
Redmond, Director of Novices; and Sister Helen Mary Harmey,
Congregation Prioress of Dominican Sisters, Cabra.
ence refers not just to one of the
vows, and not even to all three
vows at once. It refers to the call
of being a Dominican, inclusive of
all elements of our life - community, prayer, study and preaching.
“This is our Obedience and it is
marked by the value of freedom,
freedom to listen to God, self and
community. Our freedom is not
license but has within it the demands and choice of personal and
communal responsibility.”
The celebration was a beautiful
day, marked with a choir made up
of Dominican sisters whose singing held the beauty of the Dominican tradition of liturgical prayer.
Sr Eileen felt the joy and prayer
of so many sisters, family members and others who journeyed
with her to the day and who will
continue to be of support to her
along her journey.
Dublin 15 school choir
hits all the right notes
THE choir from St Philip’s SNS in Mountview, Clonsilla, sung their hearts out recently when they took
part in the massive Peace Proms concert at the RDS.
Up to 1,000 children took part
in the concert and they sang with
a full symphony orchestra.
Principal of St Philip’s, Paula
Dargan, said she was very proud
of the school’s choir.
“They have worked hard under
the guidance of Aideen Hughes
and Mary Keane,” she added.
“We know that the children re-
ally enjoy the whole experience
of singing in front of a large audience and with a full orchestra.”
The Peace Proms is organised
by the Cross Border Orchestra of
Ireland (CBOI). It’s a unique and
ambitious musical education programme in which 7,000 children
from 250 schools throughout Ireland participate annually.
The project culminates in a series of concerts held at premier
venues throughout Ireland in February and March. It aims to engage school children in music and
enrich their lives through exceptional musical experiences and to
make the Arts more accessible to
young people, their school, families and the wider community.
NORTHSIDE PEOPLE wEST • 25 FEb 2015
New Hansfield
school due to
open next year
TánaisTe and Labour TD for Dublin West, Joan Burton, was in
Hansfield recently to turn the sod on a new educate Together secondary school.
She was joined by school principal Bernie Judge and Secretary General of the Department
of Education, Seán Ó Foghlu,
among others at the ceremony
to mark the occasion.
The school opened in interim
accommodation in September
2014, and work commenced on
a new three storey school building last November.
“This is a really exciting and
ambitious project for the local school community,” The
Tánaiste said.
“We will see the construction
▪ The new Hansfield Educate Together secondary school building
will be ready in 2016
of a new three storey school
building to cater for a thousand
pupils.
“The new building will involve
a Special Needs Unit, and the
works will include new car parking, drainage, site lighting, play
areas and ball courts.
“The school is just four
months in existence, so it’s very
encouraging that so much work
has already been completed on
the new building.
“Hansfield is one of many
schools benefiting from an investment by this Government
of €2 billion in school building projects, between 2012 and
2016.
“I really look forward to coming back in just over a year
for the official opening of the
school.”
The project is due to be completed in April or May 2016.
Hansfield’s first Educate Together school opened in 2011.
▪ Pupils from St Gabriel’s NS in Cowper Street, Dublin 7 pictured enjoying tea and cupcakes at their
annual Art Exhibition earlier this month
Creative students display their talent
THeRe was great fun and some super creativity on display at st
Gabriel’s ns in Cowper street, Dublin 7, during the school’s recent
annual art exhibition.
Every child from Junior Infants
to Sixth Class had a number of
pieces of work on display and the
excitement around the school was
palpable.
For the last few weeks invitations were sent to families, friends
and neighbours and all the people
in the local community were welcomed into the school.
The PE Hall was alive with different fabulous creations, from
clay monsters and fruit, to the
Three Little Pigs and an alien invasion. There were paintings inspired by famous artists Van Gogh
and Munch, and some impressive
robot constructions.
The children from Dunard and
Rainbows playgroups particularly
enjoyed the Teddy Bears picnic
when they arrived.
The school would like to say a
big ‘thank you’ to all the people
who visited the exhibition and who
were guided warmly and knowledgeably by curators from 5th and
6th classes.
▪ St Gabriel’s pupils were
inspired by Andy Warhol and
came up with their own version
of one of his iconic classics.
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Alarming 20 per cent surge
in burglaries of local homes
A CALL has been made for Garda resources to be urgently beefed
up after new statistics show that there was a 20 per cent increase
in burglaries across four Northside Garda Districts in 2014.
While property crime was
down slightly at two per cent in
the Ballymun, Coolock, Raheny
and Balbriggan Garda districts,
the burglary figure is a cause for
major concern.
Also worrying is that the current detection rate for property
crime across these areas is averaging at only 19 per cent.
The statistics, provided in a
report to the North Central Area
Joint Policing Committee on
February 9, show that:
▪ Property crime for the
Dublin Metropolitan Region
(DMR) North Division is down
by approximately two per cent
in 2014 compared with 2013.
▪ There were 8,998 reported
incidents in 2013 compared
to 8,795 reported incidents in
2014.
▪ The current detection rate
is 19 per cent.
▪ All categories of crime have
decreased with the exception
of burglary and trespass.
▪ Burglaries have increased
across the divisions by 20 per
cent. This represents 2,000
reported incidents in 2013
compared to 2,393 reported
incidents in 2014.
End of year totals for property
crime per district were:
▪ Ballymun: 2013 (2,431);
2014 (2,305); detection rate
(22 per cent)
▪ Coolock: 2013 (3,216); 2014
(3,019); detection rate (21 per
cent)
▪ Raheny: 2013 (2,053); 2014
(2,066); detection rate (15 per
cent)
▪ Balbriggan: 2013 (1,298);
2014 (1,405); detection rate
(15 per cent)
In his report to the North
Central Area Joint Policing Com-
mittee,
Francis
Clerkin, chief superintendent of
the DMR North
Division, said he
would continue to
implement crime
prevention strategies.
These involve
high visibility patrols in specified
areas coupled with
good communications and crime
prevention advice
through
community policing.
“All reported crimes will
be vigorously
investigated; the
victim fully appraised of the
progress of the investigation
and provided with security advice through our call back initiative,” he said.
“(The) Divisional Community
Police Office, located at Santry
▪ There was a 20 per cent
increase in burglaries
across four Northside
Garda Districts last year
Garda Station, and local community gardai provide this service to crime victims.”
Minister for Justice, Frances
Fitzgerald, said gardai were responding to the increase in Dublin burglaries through Opera-
tion Acer, which was launched
throughout the Dublin Metropolitan Region in 2012.
The operation includes a particular focus on identifying and
targeting criminal groups who
have played a large part in the
recent increase.
“Burglary Response Units attached to each Division take the
lead in Operation Acer and are
assisted by other units as required,” the minister added.
“In addition, a further and
related operation, Operation
Creeper, assists in the surveillance of Acer targets by monitoring their movements.
“This Operation has been
tasked solely with targeting
burglary suspects which has resulted in the successful arrests
of Acer targets. These Operations are all coordinated under
Operation Fiacla, which is the
national operation targeting
burglary using an intelligence
and analysis-led approach.”
Since Operation Acer commenced, there has been 5,389
arrests, 2,746 charges and 1,087
convictions for burglary in the
Dublin area, up to February 3.
Minister Fitzgerald said an
urgent review of the justice
system’s response to burglaries
was being carried out.
NORTHSIDE PEOPLE wEST • 25 FEb 2015
Phibsboro local
plan under wraps
THE much-anticipated draft Phibsboro Local Area Plan (LAP) is expected to be ready at the end of the month – but locals will have to
wait a little longer to see it.
Local councillors heard at a
recent area committee meeting
that preparation of the plan is
on-going but its publication is being postponed until discussions
on the future of Dalymount Park
are finalised.
The 2008 LAP took into ac-
count the relocation of Bohemian
FC and complete redevelopment
of Dalymount. However, delays
caused by a dispute over ownership of a section of the ground
and the collapse of the property
market scuppered the deal.
Dalymount is now set to be re-
tained and developed as a cutting
edge soccer stadium, which will
impact the new LAP.
The public consultation period
on the plan has also been deferred and will now commence in
April 2015.
Councillors will be invited to
information sessions hosted by
the council’s planning department and area office to discuss
key objectives of the draft Plan.
▪ Pictured at an event to launch the Bumbleance scheme at Hickey’s were Finglas-based employees
Grace Dunne (Main Street Finglas), David Nugent (Cappagh) Michelle McCormack (Finglas West) and
John Michael Dela Cruz (Supervalu SC). Also pictured is Bumbleance founder Tony Heffernan and
Hickey’s Pharmacies managing director, Paddy Hickey. PHOTO BY MAC INNES PHOTOGRAPHY
Registration of Organisations for the
Consultative Group Election
Pursuant to the Provisions of Schedule 4 of the Grangegorman
Development Agency Act 2005 the Grangegorman
Development Agency (GDA) invites Community Groups and
Associations including Residents and Tenants Associations,
Parish and District Groups, Youth and Sports Clubs and similar
non-commercial groups in the Grangegorman neighbourhood*
to register as an interested “registered group” to elect two
persons to be appointed by the Agency as members of the
Consultative Group.
Application forms may be obtained from the GDA by calling
LQWRRXURɝFHDWGrangegorman Lower, Dublin 7, by
telephoning us at 01 4024140, by e-mailing communications@
ggda.ie, or can be downloaded from our website www.ggda.ie.
All registration forms must be completed in full and returned
to the GDA at the above address not later than 5pm on Friday
13th March 2015. The Agency reserves the right to:
(i) decline to register an entity, or to remove an entity from
the register, in circumstances where there is a risk of
duplication of representation, duplication of voting rights
or duplication of votes; or
(ii) take any other action which it believes is necessary to
secure and protect the integrity of the electoral process.
Michael Hand
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* N.B. The Grangegorman neighbourhood consists of the
electoral divisions (wards) of Arran Quay A, Arran Quay B, Arran
Quay C, Arran Quay D, Arran Quay E, Inns Quay B, Inns Quay C
and Cabra East C (as at 18 May 2005) which are delineated with
a continuous blue verge line on the Dublin City Council map
which can be inspected at the above address by appointment or
can be viewed on our website www.ggda.ie.
Finglas
pharmacy
staff back
Bumbleance
STAFF at Hickey’s Pharmacies’
five outlets in Finglas are getting behind Bumbleance, the
children’s ambulance service,
and plans to increase its fleet
from two to five units.
In celebration of their 20th
year in business, local staff and
colleagues in Hickey’s 29 branches across the country will undertake activities to help fund the
additional units that Bumbleance
needs.
The money will also be used
to fit the units out with the décor and interactive features
needed to entertain and reduce
stress on sick children when
travelling to and from treatment
centres.
The local staff were thanked
last week by Bumbleance founder Tony Heffernan.
“The role that our ‘child-friendly’ ambulances play in easing the
stress on sick children when being
brought for treatment is something we want to make available
more widely,” he said.
10
25 Feb 2015 • Northside PeoPle West
Finding the plot in Powerstown
Ritamary Bolton
SOMETHING is stirring up on Powerstown allotments.
In the dark and icy grip of a cold
February, there have been first
sightings of the early 2015 plot
holders.
Red nosed and wrapped like
onions, these doughty forerunners of spring have ventured out
to pull the last of the winter leeks
and cabbages, tidy a bit here and
there, hurl abuse at the local wood
pigeons, then scurry back home to
nurse frost bitten toes.
Still, to all intents and purposes, Powerstown still slumbers
in the grip of winter. But not ,for
long. Already seed catalogues are
being leafed through, spades and
boots cleaned, resolutions are being made.
It looks like 2015 is going to be
the most organized, most productive, most weed free. Yes, 2015 is
going to be the best year ever.
In a few weeks, plot cultivation
will be in full swing. Organised
plot holders, who dug and weeded
last autumn, will have a good head
start on the season. The rest of us
(who didn’t) will have to dig and
weed before we plant. But no matter, the air will be crisp and clean,
and the exercise just what the doc-
tor ordered.
Everyone works at their own
pace here. Mine is - dig a bit and
plant a bit. It’s lovely to arrive on
your plot, and see a blackcurrant
bush in a clean patch of earth, with
a ring of strawberry plants around
its roots. Instant gratification.
It’s encouraging too, when you
have just started, to see a quick
proof of your labours, and the
promise of a fruity summer harvest. A couple of desserts, some
pots of jam. I harvested over six
kilos from my two redcurrant and
one blackcurrant bush last year.
Felt pretty smug about it too.
Little and often suits me, but
some have a more robust approach, and like to dig and weed a
whole bed, or even two, at a time.
Some like to clear the whole plot
before starting to plant.
For a really quick start, you can
have your plot rotovated, so that
you can go in and plant straight
away. It’s a great way to start off a
new plot, but you do need to stay
on top of the weeding.
What I most like about Powerstown, is that when you are on
your plot, you could be out in the
▪ Allotments provide a great way to grow your own food
country. The approach road is like
a country road, and there is wildlife all around.
When I sit in my shed door,
munching a sandwich, there is the
sound of birdsong all around.
Pheasants in the next field
sound like milk-bottles jarring together – if anyone remembers that
sound! The boundary trees are
home to beautiful cooing wood
pigeons, and cheeky crows (cover
your cabbages!).
Last year, my plot was adopted
by a robin. He/she usually appears
when I am digging, but sometimes
arrives at lunch break, perching
hopefully on a spade handle, fluffing, flitting and fussing around as
robins do.
I harbour secret thoughts of
making a little sanctuary for the
small songbirds in a corner of the
site. A hazel or hawthorn copse
with nest boxes. I wonder if the allotment holders would agree.
Songbirds do eat pests – all
sorts of grubs and flies, but some
of them (bullfinches) are partial to
flower buds, and we have a newly
planted communal orchard.
Last summer, the highlights of
my allotment were some black
Russian plum tomatoes which did
very well, a couple of pumpkins,
litres of raspberries and currants,
and the frogs I found in my covered compost heap.
I didn’t eat the frogs of course!
I was just surprised to see them
so far from water. This year, I may
make a little shallow pond by the
shed for them to splash in maybe?
With some crow netting! Do my
DIY skills extend that far? Probably not, never mind – I’ll Google it!
One thing I can and must do for
2015 is grow over-wintering vegetables, and more early salad crops
under cloches. I didn’t do that last
year, and it was a big mistake. It
made the season far too short.
I’ll be aiming for a longer productive period, and more diversity for
2015.
There are plans afoot at Powerstown this year. A new committee
(with some experienced members)
in co-operation with Fingal, hope
to improve communications with
plot holders, and introduce some
new events.
There are still some plots available, so if you are interested in
growing your own fresh vegetables or fruit, contact Fingal at 018905623 or 01-8905625, or email
them at [email protected] and
say you are interested in a plot at
Powerstown.
We are a diverse lot up here,
so if you want to grow the biggest marrow and take the prize, or
build a DIY greenhouse and excite
jealousy all round, you will fit right
in.
If like me, you want to grow
some good stuff to eat, watch the
birds and the frogs, and that great
big hairy caterpillar that just appeared out of nowhere, you will fit
right in here too.
We are arranging a Meet and
Greet at the lecture room in Blanchardstown Library, on March 7,
from 2-4.30pm. Come along and
see what it’s all about. Our new
website is at www.powerstownallotments.ie where you’ll find
planting advice, recipes and links
to Twitter and Facebook.
▪ Something is stirring up on Powerstown allotments
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MEMBERS of the cast of ‘Jersey Boys: The Musical’ were in Dublin
last week to announce details of the production which will run at
the Bord Gais Energy Theatre from April 1 to 18.
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stardom from the wrong side of
the tracks.
These four boys from New
Jersey became one of the most
successful bands in pop history.
They were inducted into the Rock
& Roll Hall of Fame and sold 175
million records worldwide, all before they turned 30.
The show is packed with their
hits, including ‘Beggin’, ‘Sherry’,
‘Walk Like A Man’, ‘December,
1963 (Oh What a Night)’, ‘Big Girls
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Got)’ and ‘Who Loves You?’.
The producers of the tour have
announced that West End star
Tim Driesen will be heading the
cast as Frankie Valli.
Driesen is currently playing
the role in the Dutch production
of ‘Jersey Boys’ and previously
played Frankie Valli for a short
season at the Prince Edward Theatre in the West End.
He also played Joey Primo in
‘Rock of Ages’ in the West End and
created the role of Adrian Banks
(the character based on Mark
Owen) in ‘Never Forget’, both on
tour and in the West End.
Winner of Broadway’s Tony,
London’s Olivier and Australia’s
Helpmann Awards for Best New
Musical, ‘Jersey Boys’ is the winner of 55 major awards worldwide
As well as still running on
Broadway and in the West End,
‘Jersey Boys’ can be seen in Las
Vegas, across the United States
on its US national tour and in the
Netherlands.
Not to be missed!
Irish legends
launch
new single
A NEW single entitled ‘Somewhere In Heaven’, a collaboration between Francie Conway,
Christy Dignam and Finbar
Furey, has been released.
Written by acclaimed singersongwriter Conway, ‘Somewhere
In Heaven’ is a song with a simple
message that holds a great meaning. Francie has been a long-time
collaborator with an Irish icon of
music, Finbar Furey.
Finbar was so impressed that
not only does he play banjo,
whistle and uillean pipes on the
recording himself, but he also
suggested that Aslan lead vocalist Christy Dignam perform the
vocals.
Dignam said: “As soon as I
heard the song it moved me.”
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with Rebecca Lee
Demi Moore has bagged another toyboy.
It’s reported she’s dating Orlando Bloom.
A picture of them together with Demi’s daughter has surfaced.
The couple were apparently set up by mutual friend Jennifer Aniston and have bonded over their love of yoga.
Good work, Jen!
Hollywood A-lister Benedict Cumberbatch married his pregnant fiancé Sophie Hunter in a private ceremony on the Isle
of Wight.
Guests at the star-studded ceremony included Sherlock costar Martin Freeman, who’s said to have been best man.
The couple reportedly chose Frank Sinatra’s ‘My Funny Valentine’ to play during their service.
Kodaline have just finished off a nine date tour of the UK.
The Irish rockers are busy promoting their new album, ‘Coming
up for Air’. They’re also playing hits from their debut album, ‘In a
Perfect World’.
Lead singer of Kodaline, Steve Garrigan, said he really enjoys returning to cities that have supported them from the beginning.
I’d say nothing beats performing in Ireland so.
Despite it receiving rather mixed reviews, ‘Fifty Shades of
Grey’ author EL James says she’s pleased with the movie adaptation of her best-selling erotic novel.
She admits it wasn’t an easy process getting the raunchy
story to the big screen.
Considering how much she’s made from the movie already
I’d say she has no regrets!
Liv Tyler has given birth to her second child six weeks early.
The actress welcomed her son into the world just over a week
ago.
It’s her first child with Dave Gardner who was by her side for the
birth in New York.
That’s it from me. Until next week
Rebecca
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NORTHSIDE PEOPLE wEST • 25 FEb 2015
Dublin Gunpowder Disaster
devastated medieval capital
Daithí Ó Riain
ON March 11 1597, a fire broke
out on Dublin’s quayside,
which caused widespread
damage in the medieval city
and killed 126 people.
This event is remembered as
the ‘Dublin Gunpowder Disaster’
or the ‘Great Fire of Dublin.’
In 1597 Ireland was in the
midst of the Nine Year War. It
was a war that saw the Gaelic
Irish, led by Hugh O’Neill and
Hugh O’Donnell, wage a protracted campaign against English control.
As a result of the war, vast
quantities of gunpowder were
imported into Ireland to arm the
English army. The majority of
these shipments arrived at Dublin. This gunpowder would play a
devastating role in the disaster.
On March 11 the carters at the
quays were on strike. The workers were protesting against their
treatment at the hands of John
Allen, a Dublin Castle official,
who had been harassing and exploiting them.
In the lead up to the disaster,
Allen had been using violence
and intimidation against the
porters and carters on the quays
in an attempt to force them to
work for little or no pay.
As a result of the strike, the
workers were refusing to move
cargo from the quayside. However, the wooden crane that unloaded the ships at Wood Quay
was still in operation and the
gunpowder continued to pile up
beside the crane house.
It was estimated that by the
morning of the disaster, up to
140 barrels of gunpowder were
lying on the quays. It was an accident waiting to happen.
Just after 1pm there was a
blinding flash and a deafening
explosion from the quays. Panic
quickly spread across Dublin.
The 140 barrels of gun powder had gone up in flames. The
wooden crane, crane house and
much of Wood Quay itself had
been completely destroyed in
the explosion.
Only a massive crater remained to mark the spot of the
disaster.
Forty nearby homes of prominent local merchants were
completely destroyed, while
hundreds more buildings were
damaged.
Those drawn to the scene of
the explosion were met with the
harrowing sight of dismembered
body parts strewn across the
area.
A total of 126 people had perished in the disaster, including
men, women and children.
Due to the nature of the injuries many of the bodies could not
be identified. Of the 126 people
killed, 76 were citizens of Dublin and 50 were visiting the city,
perhaps on the ships that were
unloading at the dock.
Just after 1pm
there was
a blinding flash and
a deafening explosion from the quays.
Panic quickly spread
across Dublin. The
140 barrels of gun
powder had
gone up in
flames.
The cause of the fire has never
been discovered. Some believed
that, as it was a very dry day, a
stray spark from the busy quays
had accidently ignited the growing hoard of gunpowder.
Others speculated that it
might have been an act of sabotage by those opposed to English
▪ The fire and explosion had the greatest impact in and around the
area of Wood Quay.
rule. Whatever the cause of the
spark, the explosion and fire
that followed had a devastating
effect on Dublin, which in 1597
was a much smaller city then it
is today with a population of less
than 10,000.
While the fire and explosion
had the greatest impact in and
around the area of Wood Quay,
Winetavern Street, Fishamble Street and Cook Street the
shockwaves were felt across the
city and beyond.
The scale of this disaster in
modern terms would be the
equivalent of 10,000 Dubliners
being killed in a tragedy today.
Despite the heavy losses, the
accident became the motivation
for the rebuilding and expansion
of Dublin city throughout the
1600s.
Timber was replaced with
brick and the foundations for
much of the modern city we
know today grew out of the
Great Fire of 1597.
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travel
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Spring into France
WITH the arrival of spring, now is the
time to start planning some exciting getaways to get you through
those last few weeks of chilly
weather.
And when it comes to
spring destinations, it
doesn’t get much better
than France. From scenic mountain resorts to
charming seaside retreats, France is a destination that has something to suit everyone.
With so many wonderful places to choose from, it
can be hard to decide where
to go. To help, we’ve selected our
top five favourite French springtime
destinations.
1: Lake annecy
Lake Annecy is considered the cleanest and purest lake in Europe and is a
wonderful place to visit for outdoor activities. From windsurfing and diving to
cycling and skiing, there’s always plenty
to do in and around the lake. The town
of Annecy is referred to as the ‘Venice
of the Alps’ due to the pretty canals that
wind their way through it. These canals
are a sight to behold during spring.
2: VaL THorens
Although many may think that skiing
is primarily a winter activity, it’s also a
great activity to do during the spring.
this time of year, such as the Tulip festival, which takes place during April in
the grounds of the beautiful Château de Vendeuvre. Europe’s oldest international magic festival
in held from April 11-26 in
Seine Maritime.
▪ Lake Annecy
During spring, the days are getting longer meaning the ski lifts are open later. It’s
also a great time to teach young children
to ski as the snow is softer thanks to the
warmer temperatures. Val Thorens is
one of France’s most popular ski resorts
and has plenty of great après ski activities for all of the family to enjoy.
3: normandy
This region has pleasant weather allyear-round but visiting in spring means
you’ll miss the busy summer crowds.
There are also a number of exciting festivals taking place in Normandy during
4: saInTe maxIme
This charming coastal
city benefits from beautiful weather during every
season but spring is a
great time to visit as the
area is far less busy. This
means you can enjoy the 6km
of sandy beaches in peace. As
well as beaches, visitors will also
discover numerous biking and hiking trails that overlook the picturesque
bay of Saint Tropez.
5: LoIre VaLLey
Known as the garden of France, the
Loire Valley is an ideal place to visit during late spring as this is when the gardens of the region’s impressive Chateaus
begin to bloom. History lovers will also
adore this region as it’s home to over 100
of the biggest castles in France which
date back to the 15th and 17th centuries.
During spring, there is an average high
temperature of 20C - perfect for exploring all that the Loire Valley has to offer.
For more information on France, visit
www.rendezvousenfrance.com
▪ The stunning Loire valley is home to over 100 castles
Visit Rome for a perfect mix of romance and culture
Q
I want to treat my wife to a
short break abroad this year.
I’d love to bring her somewhere romantic but that also
has great culture and food, where we
can relax and take in the sights and
atmosphere. Is there anywhere in particular that comes to mind?
A
When it comes to romance,
there’s no place quite like
Rome. Steeped in ancient history while simultaneously pulsating with vibrancy, this captivating city
will seduce you with its theatricality and
lust for life. And there is no better way
to explore the Italian capital’s awesome
sights and indulge in the Roman lifestyle
than with someone you love.
The best way to discover Rome and
soak up the city’s landscape is on foot
and luckily with the Mediterranean climate, the days will be getting longer
which means you’ll have hours of fantastic sunshine to wander around this
wonderful city.
Begin your journey in the bustling hub
of the Piazza Navona where you will find
the spectacular Fountain of Four Rivers.
This is the ideal place to enjoy a morning coffee and sweet pastry in the sundrenched piazza and take in the ornate
Lizann Peppard
fountains, colourful street performers
and bask in the baroque brilliance of
Rome’s most celebrated square.
In Rome, history reverberates all
around and a trip to the city wouldn’t be
complete without visiting the site where
Rome began. Palatine Hill is the centre of
ancient Rome and the legendary birthplace of Romulus and Remus, according
to Roman mythology.
Dating back as far as the 10th century
BC and still standing today, it’s easy to
see why Rome is known as the Eternal
City in this enchanting place.
The Flavian Amphitheatre, better
known as the Colosseum, is a must during your stay in Rome. Inaugurated in
80AD, this construct is still a blueprint
for stadiums built today, two millennia
later.
The inspiring Colosseum is breathtaking for its history, scale and ingenuity
and is best experienced from inside the
theatre where you can re-imagine the
legends of notorious gladiator battles
and bloodthirsty spectators.
Take a guided tour of the top tier
where you will be privy to an extraordinary overview of the Colosseum and
brief but magnificent panoramic views
of Rome. With so much to see and do it
can be difficult to whittle away your wish
list in Rome.
But it is imperative to remember that
experiencing the Italian capital fully is
just as much about lapping up the authentic Roman way of life as it is about
seeing the famous sights.
With food and wine at the very heart
of Roman culture, you must ensure to
taste all the delicious dishes the city has
to offer during your romantic stay.
Begin your evening in the Italian tradition with an apperitvo in an intimate bar
before dinner.
If the weather permits, dine al fresco
on a city centre piazza and indulge in a
HoTeL IndIgo rome - sT. george
(*****)
Hotel Indigo is a boutique five star
hotel located in the heart of the historic
centre of Rome. The hotel has been designed in a contemporary style and is
equipped with a full service spa. There
is a rooftop terrace for a bird’s eye view
of the city. From €139 per room, per
night.
Roman feast while soaking up the timeless grandeur Rome has to offer. Spaghetti alla Carbonara, Gnocchi Alfredo,
Carciofi alla Romana - Rome is the perfect place to taste these mouth-watering
dishes at their best.
For desert, make sure to try maritozzi. Widely thought of as the most romantic pastry in all of Italy, these Roman
sugar buns will not disappoint.
During a busy day of sightseeing, stop
for a coffee like the Romans do. Fast,
strong and hot - drink and go! Barrosati
Café in La Piazza del Popolo is a favourite spot of mine.
WHere To sTay:
The following hotels can be booked
on Hotels.com. All prices are subject to
availability at time of booking.
Berg Luxury HoTeL (****)
The Berg Luxury Hotel is ideally located just minutes walking distance
to Rome’s most popular attractions.
The spacious guestrooms have been
designed in muted colours and plush
furnishings for ultimate relaxation and
comfort. Breakfast is available to guests
daily. From €92 per room, per night.
InfInITy HoTeL roma (***)
The Infinity Hotel Roma can be found
in the heart of Rome’s city centre, just
minutes from the famous Spanish
Steps. The elegantly styled hotel offers
room service to guests and there is tea
and coffee available in the lobby. From
€79 per room, per night.
For more information visit www.hotels.
com or call 1800-553338
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pets
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protect your pet
from flash floods
do YoU know what to do if you’re caught out by a flood? even if you do, chances
are you haven’t put much thought into what to do with your pets.
▪ Protect your pets during a flood
With the weather likely to provide us
with a few downpours over the coming
weeks, the DSPCA has come up with
some timely advice for animal owners
to help prepare for the worst.
It’s important to think ahead before
it floods, especially if you live in an area
that’s been affected before. Don’t wait
for a disaster to decide what to do.
Floodwater rises rapidly so if there is
a flood warning don’t hope for the best
- act early.
Plan your escape route. Make sure
you can be contacted in an emergency
and keep phone numbers of people who
can help you move your animals.
Here are a few tHings to keep in
mind:
• Make sure you have suitable carriers for small animals.
• Keep a supply of food for evacuation.
• Bring all small animals inside and, if
possible, upstairs.
• Move food, bedding and fresh water
somewhere dry.
• Keep favourite toys dry - these may
comfort your pet if you have to take
them somewhere else
he
t
f
o
Dog
week
Copper
Dublin People Newspaper Group has teamed
up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for
unwanted and abandoned dogs.
The Dog of the Week is gorgeous golden
oldie, Copper. She is an eight-year-old Husky
cross and her story is a sad one. She arrived at
Dogs Trust back in 2011 and was soon adopted.
Sadly, though, after three years in her loving
home, her sight began to deteriorate and her
family decided they could no longer care for
her. Copper is so upset and confused as she
has had to adapt to losing her sight and now
she’s trying to adapt to strange surroundings.
Copper is a wonderfully loving lady who
needs stability in her life. Can you open up
your heart and home to her? She would do
best in an adult only home, possibly with
another dog.
Please call 01-8791000 or pop in to the Dogs
Trust centre if you can help.
Dogs Trust are happy to accept any old
bedding, towels or duvets that you may be
looking to get rid of. Treats and toys are always
welcome too!
Give a Dog a Home Today!
Phone us on 01 8791000
Dogs Trust is based in Finglas, just off Exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website at www.
dogstrust.ie. You can also pop up for a visit. Dogs Trust is open six days a week from 12-4pm. The centre is closed all day
Tuesday. You can also find Dogs Trust on Facebook at www.facebook.com/dogstrustireland or Twitter @DogsTrust_IE
• Put important documents such as
microchip numbers, vets and vaccination details, along with a photo of your
pet, in a sealed bag in case they get
lost.
• Cats, rabbits and other small animals must be transported in suitable
carriers: birds in a secure cage and
dogs using sturdy leashes. Remember
to take your animals’ food, water, bowls
and bedding with you.
• If you have no choice but to leave
your animals behind, leave them shut
inside an upstairs room with ample
supplies of food and water. Leave notices on the outside doors to say there
are animals inside and your contact
number.
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BOOKs
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BOOK OF THE WEEK: ‘The Other Irish’
About The
Author
KAreN F McCarthy is a
published author and journalist based in Dublin and
New York.
She was an
embedded reporter in Iraq,
contributing to
The Irish Times
and US newspapers.
She
covered US politics for the
Irish Examiner, was a broadcast journalist for Al Jazeera
in DC and her work for RTE
was nominated for an IFTA.
She has appeared on the BBC
and NPR and in The Huffington Post and was named one
of Ireland’s most impactful
female broadcasters. Her
book ‘The Other Irish’ was
supported by the Department of Foreign Affairs as a
Reconciliation and Anti-Sectarian project.
WHAT do Mark Twain, Neil Armstrong and John McCain all have in common?
They’re descendants of Scots-Irish braggarts that
crossed the Atlantic from the north of Ireland in the
early 1700s and settled in America’s south, giving rise
to NASCAR, at least 14 presidents, decisive victories
in the Revolutionary War, a third of today’s US
military, the NRA, country music, the horror
story, American-style democracy, the religious right and victory in the space race.
‘The Other Irish’ shines a light on this
fascinating topic, illuminating the extent
to which the Scots-Irish helped weave the
fabric of a nation.
It begins with the ancestors of the other
Irish emerging in Scotland a millennium ago
where the Roman Empire, unable to fend them off,
built Hadrian’s Wall to keep them at bay.
After 700 years warring with the English over trade,
land, laws and religion, these lowland Scots transplanted
themselves to Northern Ireland.
There they faced another 150 years of war with the
Irish Catholics, but by the 1700s many of them decided
to migrate to the New World where they hoped for a
warm welcome from their Quaker and Puritan Calvinist
cousins. Unfortunately, they were shunned as hedonistic
and unruly.
They paddled down the Delaware River to settle the
frontier territory of Virginia and the Carolinas. They
went where no colonist had gone before, fought off the
natives, farmed scrappy land and planted their own
culture on the blank canvas of the Deep South.
By hunting with the descendents of Davy Crockett, we
learn that by settling the frontier, gun culture became
entrenched in American culture. From there, we
learn about America’s religious fervour by attending
services from televangelists to backcountry snake
handlers.
This leads to the emergence of the right-wing
politics of the American heartland, and
shows us why they voted presidents
like Ronald Regan and George Bush to
power.
Chapter 4 does a tour of Iraq, marrying modern warfare to the origins of
militaristic culture as it emerged from
the Scots-Irish defence of the frontier
against the Indians and French before
the Revolutionary War.
Chapter 6 carries us into the Civil War and
explores the role of the Scots-Irish in slavery and
race issues in America.
Then, moving away from religion, war and
politics, the rest of the book explores their highspirited ways by meeting country stars to learn
how the Irish fiddle and African drum combined
to create country music.
Meeting moonshiners and NASCAR heroes,
the book traces the illegal moonshine trade of
the backcountry and how trying to outrun the
law gave birth to NASCAR, the biggest spectator
sport in America.
Finally, 200 years after they took one step
into the West, we follow the story of the ScotsIrishman who ran NASA to make another ScotsIrishman the first man on the moon.
BOOK
Of THE
WEEK
New book asks: what has
happened to Irish childhood?
‘COTTON Wool Kids: What’s
making Irish parents paranoid?’ was recently published
by Mercier Press. It focuses
on the media-fuelled madness
of paranoid parenting and describes how a more relaxed
attitude to raising children
can lead to happier, healthier
families.
The book asks: what has
happened to Irish childhood?
Parents are keeping their children indoors for fear of predators lurking around every corner and children are spending
their days in front of screens
or in supervised activities,
over-controlled and growing
steadily fatter and more unhappy.
But it doesn’t have to be like
this. Commercial interests ensure that parents feel anxious
and filled with fear, simply to
sell them more stuff, when in
fact childhood has never been
safer. The rates of
child mortality, injury and sexual abuse
are lower today than
at any time since
records began.
‘Cotton
Wool
Kids’ exposes the
truth behind the
scary stories and
gives parents the
information
and
the confidence to
free
themselves
from the treadmill
of after-school activities and oversupervision that
has become commonplace today.
The
author
provides parents
with strategies to
learn how to handle the relentless
pressure
from
society and the
media to provide
a ‘perfect’ childhood, and
instead to raise their children with a more relaxed
and joyful approach; more
in touch with the outdoors
and the community around
them.
It is written by Stella
O’Malley, an accredited
psychotherapist with over
10 years’ experience as a
mental health professional.
Much of her counselling
and teaching work is with
parents and young people
seand she has written a se
ries of articles on over-pro
over-protective parenting for the
Sunday Independent. ‘Cotton Wool Kids: What’s makmak
ing Irish parents paranoid?’
is published in paperback,
priced €14.99, and is avail
available in eBook format from
usual sources.
▪ Book will provide some relief
for paranoid parents
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Cartoonist’s eye
draws a line under
Dublin humour
‘DUBLIN Daze of a Mankey Monday Morning’ is a newly published book of cartoons that was brought to life by the author’s
lifelong fascination with Dublin’s Northside and its inhabitants.
From its crumbling buildings to its diverse cross section of characters - and from inner city to outer Pale and the lands beyond the
Avoca Café on the N7 - the book features quirky cartoons and colourful characters. ‘Dublin Daze of a Mankey Monday Morning’ is the
first in a series of seven books focusing on life in the capital.
Its mission is to keep you focused on enjoying those funny little
moments we all witness along the way.
The author, Tom Cassidy, was born and bred in the coastal village
of Malahide. After 15 years in Zurich, where he was a regular contributor to the cartoon and comic scene, he answered the call and
returned to his Northside roots.
Signed copies are available directly from Tom on http://cassidycomics.com for €8.99 (plus P&P) or on Amazon.
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puzzles
PANEL ONE
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CrossworD The shaded squares spell out an area of Dublin
By Robin Blackmore
▪ Email: [email protected]
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1. List of items for discussion at a
meeting., (6)
5. No dram is haphazard. (6)
10. Type of tangerine. (7)
11. Blessed with better fortune
than another. (7)
12. Molten rock. (4)
13. Sub-divisions of an Irish clan.
(5)
15. Metallic chemical element,
useful for plants. (4)
17. Soluble substance for colouring fabrics. (3)
19. An experienced and trusted
adviser/ (6)
21. Won through one’s efforts. (6)
22. Tens of years. (7)
23. The arch of the foot. (6)
25. An overwhelming feeling of
fear and anxiety. (6)
28. Term of address for a man.
(3)
30. Old and new form of public
transport. (4)
31. Brought to a conclusion. (5)
32. A young cow. (4)
35. Style of cooking, national
food. (7)
36. Saying again, imitating. (7)
37. Occupy militarily for the
purpose of conquest. (6)
38. Popular tastes are slyest. (6)
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2. Pay back trouble or harm.
(3,4)
3. Vital part of speech. (4)
4. Surprised, astonished. (6)
5. Give an account of. (6)
6. Pleasant part of France. (4)
7. A vague idea in which some
confidence is placed. (7)
8. Shelter for people with mental
problems. (6)
9. Positioned to be ready for
danger. (6)
14. Ancient Egyptian memorial.
(7)
16. Someone worthy of imitation.
(5)
18. Ornamental jars. (5)
20. Short holiday helper. (3)
21. Come after and bring back.
(3)
23. All in one piece. (6)
24. Maritime king? (3-4)
26. Convert goods or property
into cash. (7)
27. A shelter from danger or
hardship. (6)
28. Involuntary expulsion of air
from the nose. (6)
29. Sends or directs for treatment, information, or a decision.
(6)
33. Capital of Peru. (4)
34. Maritime greeting. (4)
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fashion
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For spring 2015, think safari tones, monochrome and
vintage florals in soft pastel in fabrics such as cottons with
lace detailing, chiffon and soft denim, which are new and
improved this season. Taking inspiration from the catwalk,
Heatons has created three staple stories within the latest
range with bright feminine pieces that demand attention.
Freshening the fashion palette this season is Heatons’
Forgotten Glamour story, which mixes vintage floral with
soft pastel colours with a focus on fine knits and embellished pieces. Create a statement look by matching this
lace shoulder vest (€13) with this textured A line skirt (€15)
and almond toe high heel shoes (€18), all extremely good
value and on trend.
As we approach the spring/summer season, thoughts turn
from dark, cold days to a fresher brighter season. Taking
inspiration from the hottest catwalk trends and celebrity
influences, Stephen Kelly, artistic director at Zeba Hairdressing, outlines they key influences for new season. The main
colour trends for spring/summer feature a move away from
the dramatic darkness we saw last season, towards much
softer tones including warm browns with base colours such as
chocolate browns, golden honey and dark blondes. Accenting
these are toffee caramels and subtle golden blondes. Musthave products to create this season’s looks include Babyliss
wands and tongs, which help achieve larger barrel curls,
creating bigger and looser waves for a true relaxed feel.
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cocoon hands and protect them from the elements. With a higher percentage of glycerine,
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The Spring/Summer ‘15 collection is highlighted by the
ethnic combination shown in
the main trends, which led
Parfois to choose Morocco
as the perfect location for
the new SS’15 campaign.
Future Tribal trend finds its
essence in the ‘sporty-chic’
spirit, where the combination of fringes, perforated
details and patterns bring
elegance to the sporty look,
which is very present in the
catwalks. Knitting techniques
and materials such as nylon
and leather are combined
with bright primary colours in
geometric patterns. The most
sophisticated side of SS’15
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this trend through the use
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More research into Hypnotherapy
treatment has
alzheimer’s needed worked for us
A CALL has been made for research to be carried out into
the high rates of Alzheimer’s
and dementia among Irish
women.
The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s call follows the publication of a study by Alzheimer’s
Research UK. The study revealed
that the condition has not only
become the leading cause of
death among British women but
that women are far more likely to
end up as carers of people with
dementia than men – experiencing physical and emotional stress
and job losses in the process.
Women over 60 in the UK are
now twice as likely to get dementia as breast cancer.
Women are also more than
two-and-a-half times more likely
than men to be carers of people
with dementia.
In Ireland the rate of women
developing dementia far outweighs that of men. Latest figures reveal there are 30,359 Irish
women living with dementia in
Ireland as opposed to 17,385
men.
The Alzheimer’s Society of
Ireland is now calling on the Government to continue its funding
of dementia research and for an
improved investment in care.
STEPHEN Travers has personally trained and worked with Paul
McKenna so you can be assured you are getting the best treatments that are available in the field of hypnotherapy.
Chief executive of the Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Gerry Martin, said the prevalence figures in
Ireland were startling with much
higher rates of dementia among
women.
“We desperately need further
research and increased analysis on the gendered nature of
dementia so we can plan targeted campaigns for women to
Groups are urged to
apply for health grants
COMMUNITY groups and organisations across Dublin are being
urged to consider applying for the 2015 National Lottery Health
grants.
The grants are allocated each year to health groups who
provide an important local service for people with specific
needs, in addition to giving funding to community groups and
voluntary organisations who offer vital health, support and
information services.
Fine Gael TD for Dublin Fingal, Alan Farrell, has called on
groups in his constituency to apply for the grants.
“Local health related services are essential to our communities and there are many groups who provide such services
throughout the north county,” he said.
“Thanks to their work and their dedication to assisting those
who need a helping hand, our communities are better places
in which to live. Organisations from Portmarnock, Swords,
Donabate, Rush and Balbriggan have previously received National Lottery grants from the Department of Health and I am
sure there are many more worthwhile recipients across Dublin
Fingal.
“After all, these groups and organisations play a pivotal role
in improving the quality of life in our localities and I am pleased
that the Department of Health is again looking to invest in such
groups and recognise the valuable work they do.”
The grants will be awarded on two separate dates this year in
June and November. The closing date for applications is 12 noon
on May 1.
increase their understanding of
risk, assessment and available
resources,” said Mr Martin.
“We already know that far
more Irish women than men provide care for people with dementia who are in desperate need of
more interventions and supports,
both financial and psychosocial.”
Dementia has become increasingly common, partly because
more people, particularly women, are living longer.
Age is a major risk factor for
the condition so it’s now more
prevalent, especially among
women.
“While age is certainly a major
risk factor, investment in research
is imperative to fully understand
this significant public health issue,” added Mr Martin.
Large annual drop
in smoking reported
Stephen is Ireland’s best-known
clinical hypnotherapist for the excellent results he quickly achieves
for his clients.
Would you like to ‘Stop Smoking
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Would you like to achieve your
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Would you like to overcome
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stress or phobias?
Would you like to feel more
confident and happier within
yourself?
Here are some of Stephen’s
success stories:
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Smoking prevalence in people
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was 19.5 per cent, compared to
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HSE, said: “The HSE’s National
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calendar month since 2003, allowing for a robust and consistent
trend in that data to be tracked.
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Motoring
Nissan seeks tomorrow’s motor technicians
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NISSAN Ireland has announced
details of the company’s Generation Next Apprenticeship
Scheme that’s now open for applications.
The innovative new apprenticeship scheme aims to find the
‘technicians of tomorrow’ and it’ll
create an estimated 100 jobs in
the motor industry over the next
four years.
Applications will be accepted
until March 9 and are open to
anyone over the age of 16 focused
on a career in cars with industry
leading training. Successful candidates will be enrolled in the seven
phase SOLAS Motor Apprenticeship programme, attend three
off-site training phases and work
on placement in a Nissan Network
Dealer. In addition, throughout
their apprenticeship they will be
supported by the Nissan Ireland
Training Academy ensuring they
reach the highest standards possible. “We are introducing this
scheme to tackle the identified
short to medium-term, skilled
labour shortage in our industry,”
says Nissan Ireland chief executive, James McCarthy.
“With the increase of car buyers
choosing new cars for their value,
industry is reliant on educated,
capable technicians,” he explains.
“Technicians infused with the
ability to both understand and
master existing and future technology associated with an inno▪ Pictured at the launch of the new Nissan Generation Next
Apprenticeship scheme are (from left) Michael O’Connell,
Technical Trainer and Technical Support, Nissan Ireland; DIT
Student, Alex Reck; James McCarthy, CEO Nissan Ireland; Thelma
O’Toole, Aaron Coyle-Delaney, Rebecca Hutton; and Ken Ward,
Nissan Training and Technical Manager, Nissan Ireland. PHOTO by
PAul SHARP/SHARPPIX
economy, safety and environmental merits, the days of the gifted
amateur are over; we need to future-proof Nissan Ireland’s technical staff to have technicians as
highly trained as our cars technology demands. Over the next four
years we see opportunities for up
to 100 full-time jobs for trained
technicians.”
What makes this scheme less
ordinary is Nissan Ireland’s constant encouragement of trainees
throughout the familiar apprenticeship model to succeed.
Top scoring graduates will be
given an opportunity to further
their career through scholarships
on DIT Automotive third level
degree courses while they’re employed full-time with Nissan.
They can also advance into the
Nissan Generation Next Academy,
where they’ll receive Nissan Master Technician training (including
entry into NISTEC, Nissan’s prestigious world-wide skills competition). Nissan Ireland training
and technical manager, Ken Ward,
trained as an apprentice himself
and sees the value of offering
young apprentices a career plan
and job security alongside a higher level of technical ability and
qualification.
“My experience in the motor
industry has given me a clear understanding that the future of the
vative brand like Nissan and the
automotive industry in general.”
SOLAS director Ray Kelly is delighted with Nissan Ireland’s Generation Next initiative and says
it’s a great example of great train-
ing for the future. Applications by
post to Nissan Generation Next
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House & Home
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Simple DIY projects for a new look
you don’t have to spend a fortune giving your home a new look – a
little change can go a long way to bringing life to ageing furnishings and décor.
There’s a number of little
projects you can do in an hour
or a day that can really make a
difference and give a fresh look
to your home. Have a go at one
or more of our easy-to-do home
improvement projects and you’ll
be amazed what a lift you’ll feel
by making just a small change in
your home.
cover a chair cushion:
If you have a tired looking din-
ing chair or desk chair, it’s no
trouble at all to put a new cover
on it.
Turn the chair upside down.
It’s easy if you put a pad down
on the top of a table and use that
to hold the chair.
Remove the screws that hold
the pad to the chair frame and
lift off the pad.
For a special touch-up, carefully clean the chair frame. If
there are scratches on the wood,
lightly wipe the wood with furni-
ture touch-up polish or stain.
You can use a bit of paint for
a fresh look. Let it dry for a few
minutes, then carefully buff it
off. Be careful not to get stain on
the fabric.
Turn the chair pad upside
down on a piece of new fabric,
being sure to centre any pattern
or stripe.
Carefully fold the edges of the
fabric onto the underside of the
chair pad and staple it down. Be
careful not to cover the screw
holes.
Place the chair frame upside
down on top of the pad and reattach the pad to the frame with
the screws.
add cushions
to a chair or sofa:
A boring or dull sofa or chair
can really come alive with a
splash of colour or pattern that
a cushion (or a few) can add.
Look around the room to see
what it needs. Is it colour? Or a
bold pattern? Or a subtle pattern? Or some colourful trim?
Visit your local DIY store or
home centre.
▪ Cushions and throws can change the look of a room
Most of the large stores have
a wide assortment of decorative
items.
Find a pair of cushions that
will add WOW to your room.
Then look for two un-matched
cushions with the same colours,
but different pattern.
Look for cushions with tassels,
fringe, beads or maybe made of
an interesting plush fabric. Remember, these cushions are going to be an accent to your room.
Go wild!
Place the new cushions on the
furniture.
Try different combinations until you hit the jackpot. You’ll see
an instant change in the look of
your room.
Paint one wall
If your room needs a pick-meup, think about painting just one
wall a contrasting colour to draw
attention and add interest.
You can paint any wall, but
think about what you’re trying
to accomplish.
You could create a backdrop
for your bed by painting the wall
behind it a different colour.
Or why not frame your bathtub with a soothing shade?
You might think about the wall
behind the dining room table or
a long hallway wall. How about
the wall at the end of a long
kitchen?
Whatever you paint will be the
focus of the room. Choose wisely, as that’s where the eye will be
drawn.
This is a place where you can
be bold. Since you won’t be using
a lot of the colour, don’t be afraid
to choose a colour you wouldn’t
choose for a whole room. Make
sure the colour blends and harmonises with the other things in
the room.
Use blue painter’s tape to
mark off the wall you’re going to
paint. Apply the tape carefully
and it will make the job much
easier.
A small paint roller may be
all you need to put the paint
on. Follow the directions on the
paint can. Let it dry and then
rearrange your furniture along
the wall.
Make a siMPle canoPy
over your bed
You can add drama or serenity
by constructing a simple canopy
over your bed.
Screw chrome, iron or porcelain towel rings into the ceiling
over your bed and pull a long
width of fabric through them,
forming a swag over your bed.
Hem four sides of a wide panel
of fabric, cut the width of your
bed and long enough to go from
the floor to ceiling and half way
back again.
Apply fringe or tassels to one
of the short ends. Cut two wooden dowels (pegs) the width of
your bed.
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NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WEST • 25 FEb 2015
House & Home
Have a go at one
or more of our
easy-to-do home
improvement projects
and you’ll be amazed
what a lift you’ll feel
by making just a small
change in your
home.
Hang the dowels from the
ceiling across the top of the bed,
about 12 inches apart.
Swag the fabric panel over
both dowels and pull the fabric
down to the floor behind your
bed.
The other end will hang over
your bed like a valance.
Cut a 12” wide board the width
of the bed. Cover it with fabric.
Staple fabric cut and finished
about 18” wide along the two
short ends and one long side.
Screw the wood board to the
wall above your bed, using Lbrackets.
Screw a large chrome, wood
or iron ring into the ceiling
above your bed, near the wall.
Pull a long length of sheer fabric through the ring, spreading
the fabric out to the sides of the
bed.
You might attach the fabric to
the side of your bed to hold it in
place.
Clean up an old
pieCe of furniture
If you have a sad, worn dresser or shelf, paint it a fresh colour
for your room. It will look new
and you won’t have to spend a
lot of money.
Remove the handles and lightly sand down the wood, smoothing out snags or bumps. Wipe off
the sanding dust carefully with a
damp rag. Dry with a clean, dry
rag.
Paint the piece, starting with
the frame, ending with the
shelves or drawer fronts. Let the
piece dry for several days.
Think about painting the back
of a shelving unit a contrast colour from the shelves and frame.
Books and objects will stand out
with a contrasting background.
Replace the shelves, drawers,
and handles
trim up a lamp
or lamp shade.
Give a boring lamp a fresh,
up-to-date look with trims coordinated to your décor.
Using a glue gun, carefully
attach braid, ribbon, fringe or
beaded cording to the top and
bottom edges of a lamp shade.
If the base of your lamp looks
tired, remove the shade and
cords.
In a protected area, spray
paint the base. Use either a colour coordinated to your room
or theme, or choose a metallic
spray finish in copper, brass, or
brushed steel.
Reattach the cord and replace
the shade.
Try wrapping the base of your
lamp in ribbon or cording. Do
just the base or go all the way
up. This will give a totally new
look with little work.
rearrange a shelf
or mantelpieCe
Remove everything from the
mantel and clean it off. Look
around the house for themed or
colour-coordinated items. Lay
a garland of greens along the
mantel.
▪ A new look doesn’t have to cost a fortune
Tuck the collected items into
the leaves, clustering like items
and balancing the look.
Remove all the books and
items from a bookshelf and clean
off. Collect books that have the
same theme - decorating, travel,
literature etc.
Arrange the books neatly on
the shelves, creating an interesting collection. Add personal
items or photos for dimension
and interest.
Move items from one shelf
to another, just for the sake of
changing the look.
Clear out a Cupboard
or Closet
Take everything out of a cupboard, or do one shelf or area at
a time. Organise items by colour,
style or use - cooking, tableware,
decorative pieces.
Choose items that have been
hidden away that might find a
place out in the open. Discard
things that you know you won’t
use again. Collect them for a
charity.
Replace things on a shelf
according to use. Resist the
temptation to keep anything
you haven’t used for over two
years, except for sentimental
items.
Remove items from a closet
that you haven’t used for a while
or that no longer fit.
Clean off the closet poles
and shelves. Replace the items,
grouped by garment type - pants,
blouses and shirts, dresses, jackets.
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Cormac Spencer
THE JobBridge scheme, the Government sponsored internship programme which started in 2011, will be familiar to most people.
Most of what you will have
heard, outside of Government
pronouncements, will likely have
been highly critical of the venture.
However, critics are unfair in
condemning the scheme as totally
without merit. It has its flaws and
it has been corrupted and abused
by a few. But JobBridge has its
good points too and should not
be so quickly discredited.
There is no doubt that JobBridge has been abused by some
employers. In certain cases employers have taken on interns
for jobs previously advertised
as paid employment, or worse,
have made people redundant
only to then advertise the position as an internship (thus saving
themselves a wage and costing
taxpayers in terms of welfare
payments).
The system has been subverted, but the actions of the unscrupulous few who have sought to
take advantage should not discredit the scheme in its entirety.
JobBridge was started at a time
when jobs were quite difficult to
come by. They were particularly
scarce if you were a graduate or
an unskilled worker.
Thankfully, the economic situation has improved, but there
are still thousands more looking
for experience who can’t get it in
paid employment.
JobBridge provides this experience. It allows interns to gain
new skills and confidence and
to build a network of contacts
which they can leverage to find
paid employment in the future.
The results are encouraging. A
report in late 2012 by INDECON
showed that 36.3 per cent of interns progressed to paid employment directly after finishing their
scheme with 61 per cent gaining
employment within five months
of finishing.
The scheme was also good for
Irish business, a fact that is often overlooked. Many businesses
didn’t have the financial capacity
to hire during the recession, but
wanted to compete and grow despite the temporary constraints.
The JobBridge scheme allowed
them to take on an intern who
could contribute to the business
as well as learning themselves.
This was and is a win-win-win
situation. Interns gained experience and skills, businesses were
able to weather the economic
storm the recession brought and
the country gained by keeping
people in work and maintaining a
properly skilled workforce.
The country also benefited by
avoiding an even larger number
of people becoming long-term
unemployed. In many instances
(28.6 per cent of interns), the
host organisation employed the
intern on a paid basis, underlining the successes of the scheme
which are often downplayed.
I am no apologist for the current Government or its policies in
general, nor do I seek to suggest
that the JobBridge scheme is a
perfect tool, but the naysayers
are ignoring the benefits.
I have personally seen what a
proper internship can do for the
employment prospects of the intern and for their confidence.
For anyone who is finding it
very difficult to get paid work,
they would be well served by at
least investigating the possibilities that the scheme has to offer.
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Chill Insurance is recruiting for staff
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DB DECORATORS
All types of domestic interior
and exterior work carried out.
30 years experience.
Honest, reliable & trust worthy.
Competitive rates.
Free estimates.
Phone 086 8833246.
Plastering
Plastering, Coving & Damp
Proofing Specialist
Room Offer:
Full Room Plastered, Walls &
Ceilings €250, supplied &
fitted.
All forms of interior and exterior
plaster work.
All Internal & External wall
insulation.
25yrs experience
No job to big or small.
Excellent rates
Free Estimates
Call Steve 0874631100
PLUMBING &
HEATING
INSURED AND QUALIFIED
PLUMBER
Boiler & Gas Repairs from €60
by former Bord Gais Services
Engineer.
All Plumbing & Heating
problems solved.
Taps/Toilets/Electric Showers
& Hot Water Cylinders.
Senior Card Discount.
Check out my website for more
info. www.jmph.ie
or call Johnny - 087 4004552
JMCC PLUMBING
ATTENTION
HOME
OWNERS!!!!
For all your plumbing needs:
Specialising in Gas Central
Heating, Gas Appliance
Installation, New Bathrooms
Fitted, Electric Showers
Installation, Tank Replacement,
Garden Tap Installation etc etc.
All Plumbing requirements met.
Free estimates.
Very competitive rates.
RGII registered. Fully insured.
Ph: Joe on 087 9536779.
PLUMBING AND HEATING
Qualified Tradesman.
24 hr service
No call out charges
Free advice given.
No job too big or small.
Phone: 086-1631472 /
01-8077117
Specialist in
• Granite • Permeable Paving
• Brick paving • Kerbs
• Cobbles • Drainage and Landscaping
Free garden design and quote
Fully Insured and Registered
Tel: 085 1735014 or 01 8498395
Email:[email protected]
Private aDS
ARTICLES WANTED
KRUPS (Comet) Hairdryer on stand.
Phone 0868909780, Contact after
4:30
ARTICLES WANTED
Violins, Violas, cellos wanted any
condition. Seen anywhere. Top
international prices paid. Wanted
by Collector 0872416723
Cooker, fridge freezer, washing
machine, table & chairs and 3 piece
suite. Must be in good condition. Ph
087 6565659.
ARTICLES FOR SALE
Sofa chocolate brown 3 seater
italian leather €150:00. Dyson DC05
Vacuum cleaner €80:00. Great
firefront etc 16 inch €25:00. Phone
01 8335839 at anytime
PROPERTY ABROAD
For Sale
Investment Opportunity/Bulgaria
2 bed apartment in the wellestablished luxury Sunset Holiday
Resort.
Bought Euro 145.000 Sell Euro
69.000.
Annual rental return 5 per cent plus
and owners yearly vacations option.
For resort details visit U-tube and/
or www.sunsetresort.bg. For other
information
contact the owners at 00353
863591510.
FRIENDSHIP
Elderly Lady would like a male
friend Northside Area. Can you
pls send replies to PO Box ML200,
Nothside People, 80-83 Omni Park,
S.C., Santry, Dublin 9.
PRAYERS
Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I
have asked for many favours I ask
you for this special one. Take it dear
heart of Jesus and place it within
your broken heart where your holy
father sees it then in his merciful
eyes it will become your favour and
not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days,
promise publication and favours
will be granted, never known to
fail.IB
REMOVALS
DKM REMOVALS &
COLLECTIONS
Moving House / Premises
Furniture Collection
All Areas Covered - Excellent
Rates
Tel. David 087 2272841
Dear heart of Jesus, in the past I
have asked for many favours I ask
you for this special one. Take it dear
heart of Jesus and place it within
your broken heart where your holy
father sees it then in his merciful
eyes it will become your favour and
not mine. Say this prayer for 3 days,
promise publication and favours
will be granted, never known to
fail. MW
Dear sacred heart of Jesus in the
past I have asked for many favours
I ask you for this very special one.
Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and
place it within your broken heart,
where your Holy Father sees it
then in his merciful eyes it will
become your favour and not mine.
Say this prayer for 3 days promise
publication and favours will be
granted never known to fail. FH
Dear sacred heart of Jesus in the
past I have asked for many favours
I ask you for this very special one.
Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and
place it within your broken heart,
where your Holy Father sees it
then in his merciful eyes it will
become your favour and not mine.
Say this prayer for 3 days promise
publication and favours will be
granted never known to fail. JE
Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I
have asked for many favours I ask
you for this very special one. Take
it dear heart of Jesus and place it
within your broken heart where
your Holy Father sees it then in his
merciful eyes it will become your
favour and not mine. Say this prayer
for 3 days promise publication
and favours will be granted,
never known to fail. Promise to
publish many thanks for favours
received and about to be received.
Publication promised. Susan
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Our Working girls ladies hostel
handbury lane 35 Fitzwillian
Square. Seeking leisure information
for the formal residents of the
hostel in the 1920’s
Dublin City Council
I, Valerie Mc Donagh, intend to
apply for planning permission
for development at this site : 50
Hampton Green, Navan Road,
Dublin 7. The development will
consist/consists of : Planning
permission is sought for attic
conversion with raising of gable
end with Dutch hip roof and
dormer projection to rear, and
all associated site works. The
planning application may be
inspected or purchased at a fee
not exceeding the reasonable
cost of making a copy, at the
offices of Dublin City Council,
Planning Department, Block 4,
Ground Floor, Civic Offices,
Wood Quay, Dublin 8 during its
public
opening
hours
(9.00a.m.4.30p.m.).
A
submission or observation in
relation to the application may
be made in writing to the
planning authority on payment
of the prescribed fee (€20.00)
within the period of 5 weeks
beginning on the date of receipt
by the authority of the
application,
and
such
submissions or observations
will be considered by the
planning authority in making a
decision on the application.
The planning authority may
grant permission subject to or
without conditions, or may
refuse to grant permission.
Planning Dublin
Dublin City Council
I, Hazel Quinn, intend to apply
for permission for construction
at
517
Griffith
Avenue,
Glasnevin, Dublin 11, to consist
of a Bedroom extension to rear,
[area 8.0 sq. m.], at first floor
level over the existing GFL
kitchen, with a matching house
eaves height, and a hipped
tiled roof over. The planning
application may be inspected
or purchased at a fee not
exceeding the reasonable cost
of making a copy, at the offices
of Dublin City Council, during
its public opening hours, and a
submission or observation in
relation to the application may
be made to the Authority in
writing on payment of the
prescribed fee within the period
of 5 weeks beginning on the
date of receipt by the authority
of the application.
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NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WEST • 25 FEb 2015
From the
Archives
We take a look back at extracts from old
newspapers to see what was in the news this
month from years gone by
Photo and caption from ‘Images of Ireland’, North Dublin, by Derek Stanley. Published by Gill & Macmillan/The History Press
Freeman’s Journal 7th February 1829
Irish Independent 2nd February 1917
Freeman’s Journal 24th February 1827
Freeman’s Journal 10th February 1840
Photo and caption from ‘Images of Ireland’, South Dublin, by Derek Stanley. Published by Gill & Macmillan/The History Press
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