homes & businesses WE DELIVER!- for 30 years NORTH EDITION Delivered to 44,500 LOCAL BRAY SIDE PURE CLEANUP MISTAKEN CLAMPING page 2 page 8 page 12 TimesNORTH EDITION DELIVERED TO HOMES & BUSINESSES IN: SHANKILL, ENNISKERRY, BRAY, , , , NEWCASTLE, , ASHFORD, , , , LARAGH, MONEYSTOWN, . Tuesday 9th April 2019 5 Eglinton Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow Tel: 01 - 2869111 www.wicklowtimes.net E-mail: [email protected] HEALTH CENTRES STILL ON-TRACK The recently announced Primary Care Centres for and Greystones are still going ahead as planned and rumours that they had been abandoned, or at best delayed, are totally untrue according to the Minister for Health, Simon Harris. Last week Cllr. really need to be asked from where they have Jennifer Whitmore from as to how this could be left off. However, it is Greystones expressed allowed to happen. now up to the HSE and her 'shock and disap- This is especially con- the Minister for Health pointment' at the news cerning as we were only to act quickly to ensure that Action Health recently assured by the that this can happen and Enterprises, who had Minister for Health that that alternative develop- been engaged by the these projects were pro- ers for these premises HSE to build Primary gressing well, with are found. Any delay to Care Centres (PCCs) in planning permission the provision of primary both Greystones and granted for the centre in healthcare for Arklow has decided not Arklow, whilst the Greystones and Arklow to go ahead with the Greystones centre was must be minimised as developments. due to go for planning much as possible. Cllr. Whitmore said shortly. "This is further evi- "This is very bad news "Whilst Action Health dence that the model of for the communities of has decided to not delivery used by the Greystones and Arklow. develop its portfolio of Government to build People have waited PCCs in Wicklow, it is state facilities, such as years and years for my understanding that hospitals, schools and these PCCs to become a another developer could PCCs is seriously reality and questions essentially take over flawed. When projects

Whale Theatre pick up the Special Recognition award from Kathleen Kelleher for their entry in the Greystones St. Patrick's Day parade. Pic: Joe McQuillan

such as this fail, it is the Primary Care Centre community that ulti- wasn't being funded mately pays the price." under the HSE's Capital Greystones based Plan so it wouldn't be Fianna Fáil spokesper- affected by the over- son on Health Stephen spend. The letter failed Donnelly said he wants to mention any other to know why he wasn't problems that could told earlier about the prevent the building delays. Deputy from going ahead. Donnelly explained, "I heard nothing more "Back in January I until last Thursday, became concerned that when the HSE con- the Government's mas- firmed that the contrac- sive overspend on the tor who had been hired new National Children's to build both the Hospital might have Arklow centre and the knock-on effects on Greystones centre had other parts of our health pulled out. What I want service. I was so wor- to know therefore, is ried, in fact, that I sub- when did the HSE and mitted what's known as the Health Minister a Parliamentary become aware of that Question to get an fact? When I received answer directly from the my PQ reply in January Health Minister. was this information "What I got in being kept from me and response was an email my constituents? explaining that the planned Arklow Continued on Page 3 WICKLOW

2 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 Bray Side rapper duo hoping to hit the right note Bray-based and Malawian born duo Brayside are edging ever closer to their goal of achieving worldwide fame despite their dream of winning Ireland's Got Talent coming to an abrupt end last month. Charles Odilo aka Bray Institute of Further King CJ and Simon Education (BIFE) and Chimbayo aka Sammy, told Wicklow Times who along with Arthur they have found the col- Janowsky aka lege hugely supportive, Shadowman form the both in terms of access Bray Side collective, to equipment and sup- didn't manage to make it port. Both men dream of through to the live performing on the world rounds of the national stage and are currently talent contest but they recording their debut are now focusing on album as well as work- future projects and are ing on a TV series called waiting to hear back 'Bray Squad'. Anybody from producers of the who has come across UK's X Factor. If select- their debut single and ed, King CJ and Sammy video on Youtube will could see themselves know that the produc- King CJ and Sammy are Bray rap duo Bray Side launched onto the inter- tion values on Bray national stage in a show Side’s work is extremely African Irish hiphop to that their experiences that regularly attracts high. The guys have bigger audiences. gained at BIFE will help more than 10 million gigged locally around King CJ told Wicklow launch their careers. viewers. Bray and and are Times that performing is You can view Bray Bray Side are current- hoping to move to big- all they have wanted to Side's videos on their Pictured at the KWETB Awards Night in the Hotel were Alison Delaney ly studying music and ger stages and bring do since a very young YouTube channel Bray receiving her certificate and David Murray sound production at their unique brand of age and they are hopeful Side Boyz.

What’s Happening... The Book Doctor Are you a young reader between the ages of 7 and Roundwood 10? Are you looking for a new series to delve into? Do you need a prescription for an exciting new coffee morning book? Why not book into the 'Book Clinic' in Wicklow Library on Thursday, 18th April.

Parents and children are welcome for an informal Don’t forget the Wicklow wide coffee morning consultation with one of Ireland's friendly book takes place on Friday 12th of April from 9am to doctors from Children’s Books Ireland (CBI). 1pm in Vartry House Roundwood (Kavanaghs). This begins with some chat about the books you Special guests this year are Leslie Dowdall and Jim enjoy as well as activities, movies, and games you O'Neill. Proceeds from all the coffee mornings like, to let the book doctor know about your interests. around Wicklow will go to the seven Cancer Your book prescription will have a list of recommend- support centres in the County and also to Wicklow ed reads just for you. You can fill the prescription from Hospice. There will be lots of prizes on the day as Wicklow Library or order them in for collection. well as refreshments. There will be an auction on There are only 24 places, so book now! Call 0404 Sunday 14th April from 12pm in Roundwood 67025 or email [email protected]. More info at childrensbooksireland.ie. There will be a reading from Parish Centre with all proceeds going to Eoin Colfer's 'The Legend of Spud Murphy' at Roundwood Cancer Support. 2:30pm. Aughrim and District Arklow variety concert Active Retirement A variety concert will be held in St Saviur's Church Chair yoga will resume on April 9th for 3weeks. The Arklow on Friday 12th April at 8.00pm featuring two other dates are the 16th and the 30th. The trip to The Arklow Shipping Silver Band, Moon & Son the Concert Hall on April 13th will depart Lawless's (Nigel & Charlie Mooney - Jazz Musicians), Hotel at 10.30am. The group will continue to meet for Alastair Davis, Ronnie McCormick, Pupils of 5th a short walk at 10.30am on Mondays at Phelans Members of Wicklow Scout Group accept the award for Most Colourful entry in the Greystones and 6th Class in Carysfort National School and followed by coffee and a catch up on the week events. St. Patrick's Day parade from Cllr Derek Mitchell Other Artistes. Admission on door on the night and All welcome. the proceeds are in aid of St Saviour's Church Windows. All welcome. Glen of the Downs Garden Centre Horkans Garden Centre: Pot Plants, Trees, Shrubs etc: BRAY Phone 01 2872078 Brambles Cafe: Breakfast, Lunch, Cakes Phone 01 2872709 Greystones social nights Vevay Rd, Bray Premier Timber Domestic Garden Sheds: (Free Delivery and Erection) Phone 0404 44735 There is social dancing to live music in Greystones TDTD Auction Auction RoomRoom Loghouse.ie: Ireland’s leading log cabin supplier. Rugby Club every Sunday night from 8:30pm to • Free Fitting Phone 01 2017675 11:30pm. Come and join the fun. €10 entry. Adman Steel Sheds: (Rustproof, No maintenance) • Free Measuring WE ARE LOOKING FOR Phone 053 9430001 Service Outdoorliving.ie: Stunning outdoor furniture/heaters/ ITEMS FOR AUCTION! greenhouses and artificial grass Phone 01 2878404 Volunteers needed for • Free In Home Open 9.30am-6p.m. Advice & Design Geoghegans Conservatory Conversions: Arklow Meals on Wheels First auction is due to Show Village now open Phone 01 6392978 Service take place Early May. Open Monday to Saturday 9am-6pm Sun 12am to 6pm Arklow Meals on Wheels would like to hear from • No Obligation people with an interest or background in cooking, Quote Date TBC. WE’VE GOT WICKLOW COVERED! and who would like to join one of their teams, TO PLACE AN AD CONTACT US TODAY! working from the Pipe Band Hall, Castlepark, two *12 Month Guarantee on ALL Blinds* Contact Neville: 086 390 2612 mornings per week. For further information please contact 0402-32651. Tel: 286 5057 Fax: 201 4335 www.acmeblinds.com TD Auction Room, email: [email protected] Saville House, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow TEL: 01-2869111 WICKLOW

Tuesday 9th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 3 No discussion allowed on affidavits alleging possible 'criminality' in planning process At the beginning of the last week's County Council meeting, Cllr Brendan Thornhill requested a Suspension of Standing Orders to discuss "urgent planning maters". Cllr Thornhill was not imate proposal to be put of these affidavits? suggested there may be specific about what the to a vote. Our motion was Secondly what action to criminality involved. All planning matters related to discuss the submission date has she taken to have elected Councillors and to, however Cathaoirleach of sworn affidavits to both these matters indepen- officials have a duty and Cllr Pat Vance refused the myself and the leas dently investigated? It is obligation to bring any request. Cllr Vance said Cathaoirleach Cllr Irene several weeks since she allegations of possible Pictured are Charlotte and Dylan Bradshaw from Enniskerry at a recent 'Wine Lovers Weekend' in the issue couldn't be dis- Winters. The refusal by has this information. Has criminality to the atten- cussed as "it may involve the Cathaoirleach to allow she brought this informa- tion of an Garda Siochana Dromoland Castle, Co. Clare. a future High Court action this proposal to be put tion to the attention of an which is the only statutory and Garda enquiry. People before WCC raises funda- Garda Siochana, some- body empowered to are entitled to their good mental questions with thing she accused me two investigate such allega- Health centres still on-track name and reputation and regard to the administra- weeks ago of not doing. tions." there is a procedure in tion of WCC. It is a mat- Finally can Cllr Winters Councillor Irene Continued from Page 1 place for complaints. ter of considerable diffi- now confirm who she for- Winters told Wicklow “I believe the HSE is in the process of securing an alternative contractor. I want to personally meet with the There's an ethical frame- culty for me to understand warded these sworn affi- Times "For my part I have firm who've pulled out and discover why. I've also written to the Minister to find out exactly when we can work in the Local as to why Cllr Irene davits to? Can she further written to both the expect the new health centres to open. So far we know nothing except that the work has been delayed. It's Government Act. We're Winters whom I under- confirm that parties com- Minister for Housing and grossly unfair to leave patients in the dark like this,” concluded Donnelly. not taking this suspension stand formally requested plained of in these affi- Local Government and Greystones Local election candidate, Alice O'Donnell says she has been in touch with Minister today." the affidavits sat silent davits would not have Chief Executive of Simon Harris and has sought clarification regarding the status of the Greystones Primary Care Centre. She has In a subsequent state- during Cllr Pat Vance's access to this confidential received confirmation that the project is proceeding as planned and that there is no indication that there will be a ment Councillor Thornhill conduct having already information prior to an seeking an independent delay. said “At last Mondays been aware of the con- independent investiga- and impartial review of O'Donnell said "The Primary Care Centre is a really important development for our town. It was disappointing meeting in full compli- tents of the affidavits. The tion? Furthermore is Cllr the affidavits I received. I to read rumours, stating that the plans had been abandoned. I have taken the time to check the status of the plan ance with standing orders most serious issues ever Winters satisfied that no have also written to the and can confirm that everything is on track. The provider who has developed both plans to date (for Greystones a proposal to suspend related to WCC are con- conflicted party has access Law Agent seeking inde- and Arklow) has decided to sell on the remainder of the development. This is fairly common practice with standing orders was put tained in a number of affi- to this information ? I now pendent legal advice as to builders and developers. The HSE has been engaged in the process and they have no concern that this will cause before the council by Cllr davits. In these extraordi- call on Cllr Winters to my duties as a Councillor any delay. Oliver O Brien and Cllr nary circumstances I have clarify this situation as a in this matter. It is disap- "When dealing with matters like this which are of huge concern to locals we need to operate on the basis of Brendan Thornhill. to pose the following matter of urgency. Finally pointing that Cllr. fact. I was shocked to read reports that the primary care centre plans had been abandoned when this is absolutely Extraordinarily and questions to Cllr Winters, I have to say there is no Thornhill seems to have not the case. It is important that we all work in a positive, fact-based way on community issues like this one. The unprecedented the firstly why did she remain discretion in such serious taken no action other than Primary Care Centre, in addition to the provision of an Out of Hours GP service, is a very welcome development Cathaoirleach PatVance silent given her full matters, as Cllr Winters in trying to seek publicity for our area. I will continue to work hard to prioritise the delivery of community facilities to serve our growing refused to allow the legit- knowledge of the contents her previous press release for himself." population." Vote Number 1

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4 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 RATES REVALUATION CAUSES 'PANIC STATIONS' Many small business owners around Co. Wicklow are facing massive hikes in the rates which they must pay as a result of the national Rates Revaluation process, councillors have said. The new rates are due to come into effect next year.

Proposed new valua- "a mutiny - a non-pay- was aware of one case of hard time just keeping tions were sent out to the ment of rates". a business facing an their heads above water 4,500 rateable businesses Councillors say they increase from €14,000 and they need this like in the county in March have been inundated with to €40,000. they need a hole in the informing them of their calls from alarmed busi- The rates revaluation is head." new rates, and Cllr Mary ness owners who in some based on rental informa- According to Brian Kavanagh said there is cases are facing a rates tion, trading data and Gleeson, Director of now "panic stations" increase of a couple of construction costs. It is Finance at Wicklow Pictured: Wicklow RFC Captain Amy O'Neill and her teammates celebrate victory after beating among small business hundred percent. Cllr part of a national pro- County Council, 41% of Edenderry RFC 29-12 in the Women's Rugby Division 2 Cup Final. owners and that the Gail Dunne from gramme to 'modernise businesses in Co. Council could be facing Wicklow Town said he the rateable valuation of Wicklow are facing an all commercial and increase, 56% will see a industrial property'. It reduction in their rates, does not apply to resi- and for 3% there will be dential property or agri- no change. Mr Gleeson BRAY INSTITUTE OF FURTHER EDUCATION cultural lands. said he was informed by Cllr Gerry Walsh, the Rates Valuation Dedicated, Professional, Passionate Chair of the Economic Office that these figures Development and are in line with 'the - THE SOUTH EAST’S LARGEST COLLEGE OF HIGHER AND FURTHER EDUCATION - Enterprise Support norm' across the rest of Strategic Policy the country. It was sug- Committee, raised the gested that some busi- matter as a Suspension ness owners were of Standing Orders at unaware that the figure last week's meeting of given to them by the OPEN DAY Wicklow County Council Valuation Office must be and described it as a multiplied by a decimal. 'bombshell'. Cllr Walsh Cllr Walsh proposed said "I've been contacted more clinics, to be held by a number of small in the evening, and an local business owners; in extension of the 40-day THIS WEDNESDAY some cases their rates are timeframe for the appeal being doubled. This process (Business own- comes at a time when ers have 40 days from they're just getting back the date the proposed 10th April on their feet after the new rates valuations recession, and when were sent to appeal). Cllr they're facing the threat Walsh also suggested of Brexit and online that the rates increases 4pm-6pm shopping. There's a lot of could be 'phased in'. Mr confusion around this." Gleeson explained that to Cllr Walsh explained that change the appeals dead- a recent local clinic held line or introduce a 'phas- by the Rates Valuation ing in' would require Office took place during changes to legislation working hours, and that and wasn't possible. He "those who were able to reiterated that the rates attend were not satis- revaluation process is fied". "revenue neutral" as the Cllr Kavanagh said bottom line will remain "there's nothing given in the same. He also reiter- return for paying rates ated that the process is like there used to be. being carried out by the ART & DESIGN SOCIAL COMMUNITY & BUSINESS, TOURISM & This is a very unfair tax, Rates Revaluation DEPARTMENT HEALTH DEPARTMENT SPORT DEPARTMENT ill-thought out and rail- Office, an independent roaded through. 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6 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 'GIVE THE PUBLIC ACCESS TO ENNISKERRY GARDA STATION' A petition opened by local election Independent candidate for Bray West Rory O'Connor is calling on the Minister for Justice Charlie Flanagan TD to give the public access to Enniskerry Garda station. The Garda station is manned, but no-one from the public is allowed access it for basic state services.

Local election candi- inconvenience for those lic access allowed. This date Rory O'Connor said with mobility issues and puts extra pressure on "The people of those who are not car Gardaí in Bray, who are Enniskerry, Kilmac, owners to access the most already stretched to the Curtlestown and basic state services, like limit. This is just a surrounding areas no getting forms stamped, common-sense proposal longer have public access etc. and I would call on the to the Garda station in "This is an absurd deci- Minister for Justice to Enniskerry Village. This sion made by the Fine re-open the station for means that residents in Gael Government, that public access as soon as the area have to travel to sees active Gardaí on duty possible." Bray, causing a major in the station, but no pub- O'Connor said he was to sign the petition as thereby increasing the encouraged with the ini- many locals see this as risk of more crime in the tial response and feed- the first step to the even- area. 'Real concern for back and urged residents tual closure of the station people in local film indistry’ Fianna Fáil local election candidate for The 2019 Delgany Golf Club captains at the annual ‘Captains Drive In Greystones, Elaine Willis says that the Day’ with the club mascot; Captain Dermot McCarthy, Junior Captain ongoing delays in providing guidance for tax Patrick Burke and, Lady Captain Ann Nulty reliefs announced in Budget 2019 for the film industry are causing unnecessary and widespread damage as the government stall 'Enniskerry needs a village on introducing the changes. "With Ashford Studios and Ardmore Studios situated here in Wicklow, this is a real concern by the centre playground' hundreds of local people employed in the film indus- try," said Willis. Bray West candidate, Ian McGahon, is "It is extremely disappointing that the film industry committing to campaign for a playground in the centre of is being put under considerable pressure as a result of Enniskerry village if he is elected in May. delays in the introduction of new regulations for sec- tion 481 relief. These changes were well flagged months in advance, and yet almost 4 months into Commenting, McGahon said "This issue has come up with me a number of times 2019, and at least 9 months since revenue started when I have canvassed young families living in Enniskery. A number of them have working on this issue there is no clarity on how the asked for a village centre playground in Enniskerry. They have highlighted to me scheme will actually operate. We now have a situation that there are great sporting facilities locally for older children but that their where representatives of the film industry have indi- younger children often have to travel to Bray or Greystones. cated that projects risk being defunded. It is somewhat "I believe this issue needs to be looked at. The site at the bogmeadow in the ironic an incentive to encourage the development of village could be a possible location. I will certainly be prioritisg a playground for the industry is now causing damage. Our film industry Enniskerry village centre if I get elected in May," concluded McGahon. A public meeting was held by Melanie Corrigan (left), Bray West candidate has achieved international regard and competed on the for Fine Gael, in the Summerhill Hotel Enniskerry last Tuesday 2nd of same level as production companies in Los Angeles or April, about the proposed development of 218 houses at Parknasillogue, London. The Minister for Culture and the Minister for Finance must now urgently clarify when these regula- Enniskerry. Nearly 100 people turned up to view the plans and write down tions will come into place.” their concerns which will be used as part of a community submission. WICKLOW

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8 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 150 bags of litter removed from Wicklow Uplands The 2019 Pure Mile Competition is in full clean-up mode right now with over 300 miles of road, mountains, valleys, woodlands and forestries, being adopted by a variety of communities, groups, individuals, organisations, businesses, scouts, walking groups and cycling clubs, and now involves over 1,500 volunteers who are assisting Pure to, Clean Up The Uplands. Pictured: Lee Donnelly, Clodagh Egan, Maeve McMichael and Michelle Hoist from Bray Musical A recent litter pick and Society at the dress rehearsal for their upcoming production of Sister Act clean up by the Walking Group in the beautiful scenic Spring Clean your pet Wicklow/Dublin uplands, AFC all the way from Kilakee Your pet should not be bathed too often. Car Park in South Dublin Family Fun Day to the Sally Gap Cross A well-groomed dog only needs a bath Roads in Wicklow, result- around every three months. Blessington AFC are delighted to ed in the removal of over 150 bags of rubbish, tyres, Obviously, this does not apply to animals that are announce their upcoming Coimín flooring, discarded pallets, partial to rolling in dirt. Wash your pet in warm water Greenway 5k and Family Fun Day! and a considerable amount and use a mild dog shampoo. A great option is the of domestic waste. TAKE CARE range exclusive to Maxi Zoo. There's a This event is a real opportunity to showcase the This was the third year shampoo for every type of pet that is gentle on the skin natural beauty and highlight fantastic local amenities that Pure and The Glencree and the natural protective oil covering the coat. in the area. Walking Group joined The head should be left out of the washing process The 5k race trail starts at the Avon, Blessington and forces to Clean Up The Members of the Glencree Walking group and Ian Davis from PURE at a to avoid soapy lather getting into the ears and eyes. leads south along the shores of Blessington Lakes and Uplands, and although a recent cleanup Dry the dog thoroughly afterwards or use a hairdryer. through forest and natural woodland. Enjoy the considerable amount of Dog's ears are very sensitive, so you should examine stunning views from Ireland’s first official E- litter and rubbish was under the European of the Wicklow/Dublin businesses, scouts, walking their ears regularly for earwax or unpleasant odour. Greenway. removed on the day, it was Habitats Directive as a uplands and a number of groups and cycling clubs, You can remove any dirt with the aid of a damp cloth. With cash prizes, the race is professionally chip acknowledged by all Special Area of other Pure Mile groups are and all are extremely busy Never venture into the ear canal, especially with cot- timed and there are bespoke medals for all race partici- involved, that there was a Conservation. The amount currently organising similar Cleaning-Up The Uplands, ton buds. If it is evident that your dog has ear prob- pants. There are also free kids races with all 5k entries noticeable reduction of of litter and dumping cleanups of, upland roads, with over 300 miles of lems, you should consult a vet. The same applies if its and refreshments will be available afterwards. litter on the 10 mile stretch encountered on the day was mountain trails, woodlands road, mountains, valleys, both disgusting and dis- and forestries. woodlands and forestries, eyes are permanently weeping or inflamed. Otherwise There will be plenty of fun, activities and entertain- of road. The first collabo- heartening. However, the Joe McNamara of The being adopted this year. clean away the corners of the eyes with a damp cloth. ment at The Avon on the day for the whole communi- ration resulted in the removal of hundreds of enthusiasm, energy, and Glencree Walking Group Recent cleanups have Get more grooming tips and find out about the ty. For more information, please see the Blessington bags of litter and over commitment, demonstrated stated: “Working with the resulted in the removal of TAKE CARE range at your local Maxi Zoo store. AFC Facebook page. 3,000kg of illegal by the people involved in Pure, and by adopting this tonnes of illegal dumping dumping. the cleanup was extremely stretch of road, and doing and litter from the Ian Davis, Pure Manager uplifting.” this cleanup, it's our way of Wicklow/Dublin Uplands, commented “The Although Pure has keeping the uplands pure with over 70 groups now Wicklow/Dublin Uplands removed over 3,250 tonnes and clean, the way it involved in this years is a unique landscape and (3,250,000 kg), of illegal should be.” project, and over 1,000 vol- environment, attracting dumping from this beauti- Pure supply all groups unteers assisting Pure to thousands of visitors annu- ful scenic landscape, they with Pure Mile bags, litter clean up the Garden of ally. 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Tuesday 9th April 2019 TimesLOCAL NEWS 9 Cold weather beds given one-month extension The 12 beds for homeless people in Co. Wicklow that were opened as part of the cold weather initiative will now remain open until the end of April. The beds were due to close at the end of March. Sinn Sinn Féin TD accommodation for gesture." to the housing crisis John Brady has them. Brady continued there is also a homeless described the one-month "I asked the Minister "Between December and crisis and that lasts 12 extension as "a tokenis- for Housing to directly February there was a months every year, not tic gesture". intervene to ensure that 25% increase in just at Christmas time. Speaking last week the people using the Wicklow of people in We need additional Deputy Brady said "I facility were not evicted Emergency accommoda- emergency homeless raised the issue of the back onto the street and tion. beds in Wicklow and the pending closure of the for additional funding to “These figures 12 in this facility can’t 12 beds for the homeless be put in place to ensure however don't reflect to be allowed close at any that opened in Wicklow that these badly needed real story of homeless- point until additional in December directly beds could remain open. ness as many people are beds are opened with the Minister. I have now got confirma- not offered any form of elsewhere.” Catherine Doyle, Brian Coogan, Keith O'Mahony, Emma Arnold, Geraldine Davitt and Breda “These beds opened as tion that the beds will emergency accommoda- Chief Executive of Dowling of Colaiste Chill Mhantain make a donation to Sinead Tarmey of the Wicklow Hospice part of the cold weather remain open now until tion and are forced to Wicklow County Foundation from the proceeds of a recent coffee morning organised by Transition Year students. A initiative, if allowed to the end of April. stay with family or Council Frank Curran total of €1085 was raised. close the majority of “I welcome the inter- friends and don't appear said the Council people would have ended vention; however a one- in these stats as home- will seek a up back on the street as month extension is little less.” further extension from there is no alternative more than a tokenistic Brady concluded “Due the Department. Thornhill denies being ageist "I'm not taking Cllr Brendan Thornhill was told to 'cop on' to himself at last week's meeting of 'Off to the Gardai' as anything that isn't Wicklow County Council when he raised a notice of motion seeking to limit the included in the Chief number of years a sitting councillor can serve consecutively. Executive's Report," discussion is shut down Cllr Thornhill, running as an Aontu candidate in Bray, put forward a Notice of Motion requesting that the Council said Cllr Vance. call on the Minister for Local Government, Eoghan Murphy to introduce legislation which sets the maximum number Independent councillor Tommy Cullen stormed out A heated exchange of years an elected councillor can serve without a break to 15 years. during last week's meeting of Wicklow County Council, then ensued between Cllr Grainne McLoughlin said it was "a daft idea", while Cllr Pat Fitzgerald said "you'd want to cop on to yourself. That's a stupid thing to put down on the agenda." after an attempt to raise a planning issue which he Cllr Vance and Cullen as they shouted over "I'm not overly surprised at this reaction," responded Cllr Thornhill, who argued nonetheless that councillors who sit described as "very serious" was rejected. on the council for many years can become "stale" and "lose their enthusiasm" for the job. He denied that he was ageist each other and Cllr and said that the council should follow the practice of private industry where there is "fresh turnover". Cllr Cullen said he in possession of a docu- Vance, shut down a dis- Vance threatened to Cllr Shay Cullen said "I wouldn't see any reason for a councillor to stand down as long as they are of sound body had been in contact ment relating to a cer- cussion on the matter, adjourn the meeting and mind." with the Chief tificate of compliance saying it was not rele- until there was calm. Cllr Jennifer Whitmore said "the public will decide if a councillor has been here for too long or has lost interest. It's Executive about the that was issued without vant to the item on the At this point Cllr not for us to put people out to pasture." "It's a decision of the people," agreed Cllr Jim Ruttle, who has been serving on the council since 1985. "I certainly matter, which he said is full planning levies agenda which was then Cullen walked out, related to a "major resi- wouldn't have liked to be terminated 15 years ago." being paid. being discussed - the saying that he would dential development in Cathaoirleach of Chief Executive's Cathaoirleach, Cllr Pat Vance, who has also been a councillor since 1985, said "to suggest that there are a lot of the Greystones area". Wicklow County monthly management share the information councillors here who shouldn't be here, that would be a lot of experience lost." Cllr Cullen said he was Council, Cllr Pat report. with the Gardai. Cllr Thornhill's Party colleague Oliver O'Brien spoke in defence of the idea, saying it was "very good". WICKLOW

10 FEATURE TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019

One of the most distressing life events is the ageing of a parent or close family member. Dealing with a family member's illness can put a huge emotional, physical and mental strain on individuals and families.

We all hope that we could cope with an infirm or elderly relative. But the simple reality is that it is not always possible. Nursing/Care homes provide a suitable alternative, which may improve the quality of life for both the elderly loved one and the family unit as a whole. Often we need the help and support of professionals who are experienced in dealing with specific problems.

FirstCare Nursing Homes Quality of life is important to everybody irrespective of age or ability. Putting people first is the mantra of FirstCare, an Irish-based centre of excellence in providing older persons’ and dementia care for the local people of Wicklow, North Dublin and Bluebird Care’s Home Care Packages Kildare. A Home Care Package is a set of services provided by the HSE to support older "We encourage our residents' lives to be celebrat- sive programme of activities such as games, music, people to remain in their own home rather than remain in hospital or be admitted ed, with emphasis on providing an environment that entertainment, walks along the promenade and out- to a nursing home. inspires engagement. Each person who enters ings to local attractions, there is something to suit residential care comes with a story, and we at everyone. The original Earlsbrook House has been FirstCare feel this story should be acknowledged tastefully extended to accommodate 64 residents in Home Care providers to choose out the County. in the community and and acclaimed. Our mission across all FirstCare twin and single rooms. Shared areas include 4 Packages are provid- from, however most of Bluebird Care employ both the staff and cus- Homes is to deliver person-centred care and this is lounges and dining areas, a Snoezelen multi-sensory ed by organisations these are based in local Care Assistants tomers have access to underpinned by our core values of dignity, respect room, hairdressing salon, oratory, smoking room, that have been Dublin or further afield who are QQI trained in a 24 hour emergency and compassion." family room, beautiful gardens and an internal approved by the HSE and do not provide ser- Care Of The Elderly phone. Regular FirstCare was established in 1994 by Mervyn courtyard garden. following a detailed vices locally. One com- and Care Skills, they all reviews of the service Smith with the purchase of his first home, tender process. There pany on the list is need to have Patient are carried out with Earlsbrook House in Bray. A second home in Blainroe Lodge is a modern home, close to is no means test and Bluebird Care of Moving & Handling, their customers and Wicklow followed when Blainroe Lodge was pur- Wicklow Town, opposite Blainroe Golf Club and a you do not need to Broomhall Business are Garda Vetted and families and the HSE chased. Four purpose-built homes followed in quick short distance from the beautiful Silver Strand have a medical card. Park, who cur- reference checked. carry out regular succession (Beneavin Lodge and Beneavin House in Beach. Formerly a hotel, Blainroe Lodge is home to Glasnevin, Mount Pleasant in Kilcock and more If you are approved rently provide services Bluebird Care’s Care Audits of 71 residents. It provides a comfortable environment, recently Beneavin Manor in Glasnevin), specialis- for a HCP, you will to many HSE and pri- Assistants are regularly the service being and those who live here experience a wonderful ing in all areas of care of the older person including be given a list of vate customers through- supervised as they work provided. sense of community. Shared areas include four cosy If you receive dementia care and respite care. living room/ dining areas, 'The Residents' Bar' area, approval for a HCP in a Snoezelen multi-sensory room, activity room, hair- , why Homes in Wicklow dressing salon, oratory, smoking room, family rooms and a courtyard garden not call BBC at 0404 Earlsbrook House is located in Bray, just a 31177 for more stone's throw from the seafront and promenade and a information. short stroll from the town centre. With a comprehen- The design of the homes with the use of open homesteads create a homely feel. The homes are designed using colour in creating individuals’ own 'front doors'. There are interactive reminiscence areas throughout the corridors of the homes, supported by evolving Homesteads, to invoke memories and meaningful engagement and interaction for all residents. For FirstCare, high quality care depends on creative, empathetic staff who know each person individually, their history, their values, beliefs, likes Care at Home and dislikes. They can therefore be responsive to the things that are important to each individual. If home Have you been is where the heart is, there is much to love about the approved under nurturing environment of a FirstCare home. and in the "If you are thinking about Nursing Home Care for the HSE Home your loved one or would like any further informa- Care Package tion, please do not hesitate to call us. FirstCare Earlsbrook House Nursing Home - Call Home Scheme, Community Manager Patricia on 01 276 16 01 FirstCare choose Blainroe Lodge Nursing Home - Call Home Manager Louise on 0404 60030 visit our website at Bluebird Care, • Dementia Care www.firstcare.ie." your local • Care of Older Persons approved FAIR DEAL • Disability Services HSE provider FirstCare say “When it comes the Fair Deal Scheme, our own Social Worker, Mary Courtney, is the person to talk to. She's an expert in helping Rathnew 0404 31177 residents and families understand what's available to them. To get in touch with Mary, for advice or Suite 16, Broomhall Business Park, Rathnew further information on the Fair Deal Scheme and the application process, visit www.firstcare.ie or call us www.bluebirdcare.ie on (01) 6991070.” WICKLOW

Tuesday 9th April 2019 TimesLOCAL FEATURE 11 WICKLOW

12 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 Cars clamped 'in error' There was anger and confusion among residents of the Riversdale apartments on the Upper Dargle Road in Bray last week as some woke up to discover they would be late for work as their cars had been clamped during the night. At approximately 4:20am last Wednesday, seven cars belonging to residents of Riversdale, which is part of the La Vallee complex, were clamped by the NCPS (Nationwide Controlled Parking Sytstems Ltd). It's understood that the cars were parked in their allotted spaces which are resevred for residents. In a statement to Pictured: Members of Bray Musical Society at the dress rehearsal for their production of Sister Wicklow Times, NCPS Act; (Back row l-r) Eoin Martin, Michelle Holst, Gill O'Rourke, Clodagh Egan, Niamh Ni Thuama, said "Some cars were Joanne Feeney, Lee Donnelly, Cartherine Gregan, and (front row l-r) Clodagh Forde, Emma clamped in error and they Flanagan, Paula Gregan, Hannah Salmon, Joanne Keeling, Lyndsay Tracey, Megan Fawsitt, were released free-of- Elizabeth Gregan and Sarne Lightman. Pic: Joe McQuillan charge. We apologise for any inconvenience One of the cars that was clamped at Riversdale last week caused." 'Laragh- Traffic Access 2019 Greystones Plan will transform the area and Municipal District help residents and tourists' Glendalough-based TD Pat Casey has welcomed the long community. awaited part 8 process on the major Laragh-Glendalough "I will also facilitate a People of the Year Awards Traffic Access Plan which began last week. public meeting to address the concerns and the "In 2009 it was obvious to my local community in Laragh-Glendalough that the issues that this plan will traffic congestion in the area was reaching crisis levels. As the local Councillor I raise in the area. I do led a campaign calling on Wicklow County Council and the NTA to realise their think however that the responsibilities to address the traffic access to this iconic part of Wicklow. I vast majority of residents acknowledge both Wicklow County Council and the NTA in addressing this serious issue. will agree that the current "Over the years I have chaired several public meetings in the Brockagh Centre traffic chaos particularly and elsewhere to ensure that the entire community of Laragh-Glendalough were at weekends cannot con- involved in addressing the traffic needs of the area. tinue as both locals and "It has taken ten years but finally the part 8 process for a major redevelopment of businesses alike are the traffic access infrastructure surrounding Laragh-Glendalough is now underway. severely restricted due to I welcome this stage and ask that the Council provide a full set of documents and gridlock in Laragh- plans to be placed on display in the Brockagh Centre for consultation by the local Glendalough." FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY The Awards will be presented in the 15 Derreen Drive, Friars Hill, Wicklow Town, 67CX72 Detached 4 BEDROOMS house and separate garage Greystones Golf Club, Greystones on Thursday 9th May, 2019 at 8pm

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Tuesday 9th April 2019 TimesLOCAL SPECIAL FEATURE 13 CLLR. TOM FORTUNE #TheVoiceofReason llr Tom Fortune is an independent candidate in the local elections which will be held on the C24th May- standing in the Greystones Electoral area. Tom has had a life-long VEC he sat on two school keen interest in what hap- boards of management). pens in his community. Tom was elected to the Central to this ethos is his board of Wicklow County belief that communities Tourism and was chair of should have more control Wicklow Tourism for over what happens in seven years. Housing is them. For many years he another area Tom has has taken an active inter- devoted himself to est in Education, Sport, improving over his time Tourism, Local on Wicklow County Development and in Council. He was elected Independent Councillor Tom Fortune is standing in the Greystones Fairness for his communi- to the Housing Strategic ty. Policy Committee where Electoral Area in the forthcoming local elections. Tom says Integrity, much was achieved with “I am a spokesperson ties but I would not be Asked to sum up how Fairness and an interest in much still to do. Today for the community (elec- Business Development are Tom is a member of the able to do this without the he carries out his role in toral District). It is my vital parts of the role of a Economic Development continued support of the four words. Tom says“The role to question all mat- public representative. and Enterprise Support public. Voice Of Reason”. ters on the community’s He has over 30 years’ Independent Councillor Tom Fortune with the North Wicklow Hospice strategic policy commit- behalf and to only support experience working in Foundation committe as they are presented with a cheque from Aldi. tee. Tom is also a mem- Follow Tom Fortune’s local election campaign on what is in the interests of corporate and indigenous ber of the county Joint social media. Facebook: CLLR Tom Fortune ; our collective communi- Irish companies at board So where did it all Community Development ment, but that was a chal- Policing Committee Twitter: @cllrtomf ties. I have an established level. He has also started begin? In 2001 Tom was Association) continues lenge Tom embraced and where he is working with and proven track record in If you would like to contact Tom about any issue or and runs his own consul- asked to take on the chair and they are doing fantas- devoted himself to with the boarder committee to this regard.” perhaps get involved in his re-election campaign he tancy business. All of this of his community council tic work for the local passion and tenacity. ensure communities He adds, “I work on can be reached on 0862488195 or by email: helps him carry out his (these are now known as Kilcoole community. In this role of public remain safe places to live behalf of our communi- [email protected] role as a public represen- Town Teams). This group, In 2004 a founding representative Tom is and raise families. He was tative. KCDA (Kilcoole member of the KCDA active across his entire chairman of Wicklow group, Jack Smith, asked community - Kilcoole- County Council in 2010. Best Wishes To Tom Tom to put himself for- Greystones- Delgany- He has also served as ward for the 2004 local Newcastle- Killadreenan. chair of Greystones Town elections. Tom did this Education was an area and the District council. and was delighted to be Tom felt he could con- Reflecting on his role as elected. The demands of tribute and he was delight- a councillor over the last local politics required a lot ed to be elected to the 14 years Tom says he of learning and readjust- VEC (as a member of the quickly learned that things did not happen as quickly as he was used to in his Best wishes to Cllr. Tom Fortune from business work. Patience, strong communication and negotiation skills are required as well as a Contact us: +353 1 556 3100 NIKAFIT capacity to work collabo- Email: [email protected] ratively with people from Independent Councillor Tom Fortune is pictured presenting the Civil other parties/political Defence with an award for the 2019 St. Patricks Day Parade. backgrounds in the best STUDIOS interest of the community. Best wishes & every future Cllr Fortune says he has particular political values. success to Tom from “I like to help people, I challenge unfairness, I have an independent mind, and I like to think that I bring my life experi- ence to what I do. The government system, both TRY OUR 30 DAY PERSONAL local and national, is not KILCOOLE TRAINING STYLE easy for people to deal 01-2876174 / 01-2876600 with. 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Wicklow. stituents.” He further added, “To be effective as Phone / Fax 01 2873718 Mob: 086 8954120 Open 7 Days a Week a public representative Email [email protected] you must have Integrity, 7am to 10pm and be passionate about Ballycrone, Cooldross, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow fairness. WICKLOW

14 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 Greystones woman representing county in #WomenwithImpact campaign

Among the thousands of women taking part in this year's Women's Mini shirts, raise awareness of Marathon will have an ject to availability. There 37th year, will take place Marathon is Sharon Felton from Greystones, who is representing her county DIPG (a rare brain increased postal entry will also be a number of on Bank Holiday Sunday tumour) and fundraise offering this year, giving pick-up points around the 2rd June 2019 at 2pm. as part of the #WomenwithImpact campaign. The campaign is towards a bench in our women all over the coun- country, where partici- Over 30,000 women are celebrating women throughout the country who have made an impact on estate so she will always try the opportunity to pants can collect their expected to walk, jog and lives in their local community. stay in our thoughts. I receive their race number race number. run the 10K route in hope to get lots of others by post. Anyone enter- Entries are now open Dublin, starting in Sharon has done to join me in taking part ing before April 30th will for the 2019 Vhi Fitzwilliam Square and around ten Mini in this very special day." be able to choose the Women's Mini Marathon. finishing on Baggot Marathons in the past, The Women's Mini postal entry option, sub- The event, now in its Street. supporting a range of different causes, most recently the Blackrock Hospice, who looked after her father before he Rathdrum student praised passed away. In 2016 Sharon joined a couch to 5k with a local running club, and last September for science project went on to start a new couch to 5k group with A Rathdrum Leaving Cert student was applauded by a Government Minister for around 40 runners taking devising a science project that could have a real impact in poorer parts of the world, part every week, culmi- at an event in Dublin. nating with the Shanganagh parkrun last Avondale Community College student Sean Byrne December. was praised by Overseas Development Minister Despite her running Ciarán Cannon for an invention that won him a presti- activity, Sharon is look- gious Irish Aid prize at the annual BT Young Science ing forward to walking and Technology Exhibition earlier this year. the Women's Mini Sean Byrne was singled out for praise at a special Marathon this June: 'Science for Development' event that was held at the "The Mini Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin. Marathon is such The event was organised in collaboration with Irish an emotional day overseas development organisation Self Help Africa, with all the differ- and gathered more than a dozen student science ent charities and dif- projects from across the country that had specifically ferent stories, so for looked at challenges of the Developing World in their me it's more special to entries to this year's BT science fair. walk rather than run the 18 year-old Sean won the top prize in the Irish Aid 10k, to really take it all sponsored category, and was commended by Minister Avondale Community College student Sean in and soak up the atmo- Cannon as "a committed global citizen". Byrne with Dr. Tony Scott, BT Young Scientist sphere. There is no other The Minister of State for the Diaspora and exhibition founder event like it. This year International Development congratulated Sean Byrne is a special year and we and other students in attendance for their use of aquapony device, an app to detect crop disease and a hope to walk in memory science for development purposes, saying that they study on vertical farming. of a special little girl, can play a critical part in helping Ireland achieve the At the event, the young Wicklow inventor also Lucy Leahy, who passed UN global goals. received validation from experts in the field: "Sean's away just last January. "This event is a great opportunity for me to learn project has the potential to impact the lives of Pictured: Sharon Felton from Greystones We hope to make t- from the speakers, and from the other students. I'm thousands of people in the developing world, for really enjoying it," commented Sean, who showed his instance in large swaths of India where people rely project to an audience of guests that included the heavily on water from rivers that show a high percent- Minister and Dr Tony Scott, Founder of the BT Young age of metal pollution," commented Paul Wagstaff, Columbarium walls for graveyards Scientist. "They seemed really interested in my project Agricultural Advisor at Self Help Africa. By Cathy Lee and were really insightful." As a winner of the Science for Development Award, Sean's project, a low-cost eggshell filtration system Sean Byrne received an Irish Aid-sponsored travel Representatives from the Wicklow County Council Columbarium Walls to remove metal pollutants from water, won Self Help bursary, which will allow him to travel to Africa next project recently met with Arklow councillors to gather suggestions about the Africa's Science for Development Award - sponsored year on a study trip organised by Self Help Africa's by Irish Aid - at this year's Dublin annual science fair. Development Education arm. building and design of columbarium walls. These walls are set up to be put Each year, the prize rewards the project that best "The trip will be a fantastic opportunity for me to up in local graveyards across the county to hold individual urns in a addresses a challenge faced in the Global South. Other field test my project, and to discover a new country," dedicated place in the graveyards. projects on the day included a solar-powered concluded Sean. The members heard that Bray Municipal District are the most advanced in terms of financing their columbarium wall, and are going for the traditional wall design, which places a small ern in the wall with a dedicated placard on this. The project team are visiting all the districts to gather information about preferences for what type of feature will be created and what the options are. At the March meeting of Arklow Municipal District, Councillors passed around some sample photos of wall types, one being a locker-storage type design, and councillors were also told that urns could be placed in the ground with a block with names put over them as well. The councillors agreed that they didn't feel comfortable deciding something like this for the population of Arklow and the surrounding communities. Cllr Fitzgerald said "We need to get the views of the people. It's a very personal matter and we'll get some strong views from people". Speaking of the duration of the project, with concern for St Gabriel's cemetery in Arklow, Cllr Mary McDonald said that the graveyard is at the "end of its lifespan". Her concern lay with thinking that if this project is going to be something far off, "we should be looking at the next graveyard for this." She said that another location for the wall may need to be identified or a set space should be left vacant in St Gabriel's graveyard. Cllr Annesley said that the members had to take this seriously, as it is something that is urgently going to be needed as 20% of people in Arklow are going for the cremation option versus being buried. He agreed with Cllr Fitzgerald and Cllr McDonald but pointed out that blank walls are hard to come by in local cemeteries. "The graveyard is not going to last forever, we need to be specific about this before we go out to the people asking for opinions" said Cllr Annesley. Cllr Murphy agreed that a public consultation could be needed and remarked that "times have changed with the next generation, particularly in not buying graves. This is an initiative that is needed.” Pictured at the Young Social Innovators Speak Out tour were Loreto Bray students Michelle Rapliza, Julianne San Diego, The fund for this project began in 2017, but councillors heard that there are not Zahra Walsh, Sinead Paglinawan, and Beatrice Smith presenting their project ‘Behind the Mind’. These young innovators enough funds to take the plans further at the moment. Cllr Kennedy pointed out that want to break the stigma around mental health and have created a short film to encourage people to open up about their rural people still like to buy their graves in advance, but admitted that burial spaces mental health struggles. Pic: Aileen O’Hagon can be an issue. WICKLOW

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ith the Easter midterm break approaching fast, ways to entertain BONAGREW STABLES the kids and keep them active over the holidays will be at the Bonagrew Stables is a combined riding school and Wforefront of every parent's mind. While the days to the holidays livery yard with full and grass livery for horses are counted down eagerly, the break can often leave the kids feeling rather and ponies. bored and result in increased stress and tension for parents. There is the option of leasing a horse or a pony, and having riding lessons. Pony camps are held during school holidays. Bonagrew Stables' three-day camps run from 10am to 4pm. Throughout the day children Totally 'jawsome' will ride, learn how to care for the ponies' needs including feeding, grooming, mucking out and care of Easter fun: Sea Life tack. The days are full of fun & games. Most of the Bray launches ‘egg- children come back for many camps. citing’ quest to locate missing shark teeth Something for everyone Take a dive into the deep at SEA LIFE BRAY this Easter and become this Easter at Marlton the newest recruits of the 'Jawsome Rangers' and fulfil the mission of Kids Club in Wicklow finding the missing shark teeth. 15th - 19th April: U'6s Camp 11:30-13:00 - Fun, grooming and riding ponies...every little girls dream. From April 13th-28th, an immersive in-tank O'6s Camp 12:00-17:00 -- Riding, pony care and trail, exploring a variety of sharks, will see guests much more, all disciplines and abilities catered for, it tasked with helping Professor Finn locate the large doesn't matter whether you have ever sat on a pony Play-Doh model shark teeth in the tanks. This lat- before or not! There will be an Easter Egg Hunt and est activity from SEA LIFE marks an exciting col- fun competition on the final day! laboration with Play-Doh, offering guests exclu- 23rd - 27th April: Advanced Eventing Camp 12:00- sive hands-on creative play for hours of fun. 17:30, includes a sleep over and a trip to compete in Along the way, guests will discover facts about Barnadown on Saturday. Advanced horse care train- the different species of sharks and will have the ing and riding, understanding the art of horseman- chance to learn more about the SEA LIFE sharks ship and delivering quality care so all participants are and rays. capable of successfully caring for their own pony in This Easter, Jawsome Rangers will also get the the future. This camp is for experienced riders only. chance to follow an egg-citing Easter activity trail Own ponies welcome. to find a variety of species of shark eggs. There Marlton Kids Club has an onsite tack shop carrying a will be letters lurking on each egg hidden around wide range of children's riding and casual wear at the centre - scramble the letters to spell out a competitive prices. Contact them on 083 898 4398 or secret word. check out Marlton Kids Club on Facebook. Be sure Once the secret word has been found and the to contact them early as spaces are filling very fast. Easter egg hunt is complete, guests will receive a special Easter reward to take home. At the end of the trail Professor Finn will also greet the new Jawsome Rangers and share some of his expert knowledge of the fascinating sharks. Once the trainee Jawsome Rangers have quali- Easter Pony Camp: fied they'll get a special Play-Doh gift to take Week 1: 16th, 17th & 18th April home and then they'll move into the activity zone Week 2: 23rd, 24th & 25th April featuring a create-your-own shark model made out Daily activities include: Horse riding, of Play-Doh. stable management & games. Visit SEA LIFE Bray to take part in the Spaces can be booked for 1, 2 or 3 days. Jawsome Sharks adventure. Running from the 13th to the 28th April, this jaw dropping experi- ence is perfect for the whole family to enjoy Contact Grainne 086 3221249 to book. So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow. via www.sealife.ie and become the next Jawsome www.bonagrewstables.com Ranger!

Open Daily 10.30am - 16.30 pm 1st February PAINT YOUR OWN POTTERY to 31st IN WICKLOW TOWN November • Walk in to Paint (for Toddlers up to Grannies !) Unplug your kids at Squirrel's Scramble! Bring We introduce children of Experience the wonderful natural forest with or more than 50 different challenges to climb, the kids to all ages to the art of horse balance, slide and crawl, Zoom along the zip-lines through narrow passages in the woods explore & riding in a friendly, fun • Book a Space in for a thrilling adventure! meet the filled atmosphere our Easter Camp 12 ziplines big and small spread across 5 levels. characters Now taking bookings On site tack shop Prices: Open April-November: over the carrying a wide for 2019 Easter Camp 23rd - 26th April Single Booking - €17.00PP Weekends: 10am - 6pm range of children’s Easter hols Family Booking - €15.50PP Bank Holidays: 10am - 6pm Contact us on 083 898 4398 riding and casual Group Booking - €15.00PP School Hols: 10am - 6pm or check out Marlton Kids wear at competitive Club on Facebook prices. Call Siobhan: Kilruddery, Southern Cross Rd., Bray Wicklow’s Historic Gaol, Kilmantin Hill, Marlton Kids Club, Marlton Road, Wicklow. Email: [email protected] Wicklow Town. Book your tickets on: www.marltonequestrian.ie 086 8500578 www.squirrelsscramble.ie www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com WICKLOW

16 NEWS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 ENNISKERRY TOURIST ATTRACTION ON COURSE TO SAVE 1.4 MILLION TREES Visitors to Cool Planet Experience in Enniskerry have pledged to reduce their carbon footprint by 25% - a cumulative 30,000 tonnes and the equivalent of saving over 1.4 million trees - in the twelve months since the pioneering Wicklow tourist attraction first opened its doors in March 2018.

Almost 20,000 visi- to reduce their carbon leave feeling informed, first of its kind any- tors have taken part in footprints by 25%, engaged, and enthusias- where in the world - the interactive experi- compared with their tic about a carbon free Cool Planet Experience ence, designed to adult counterparts' future. And more has also been shortlist- inform about the reali- 22%. importantly, that the ed for a prestigious ties of climate change, "Year one at Cool conversation continues European Museum of and inspire individuals Planet has been incredi- long after they go the Year Award, the to become 'Agents of ble," said CEO, Vicky home." winners of which will Change'. Brown "What is espe- Topping an incredible be announced in Through immersion, cially exciting is our year for the Enniskerry- Sarajevo at the end of gaming, competition results are supporting based attraction - the May. and more, Cool Planet the findings of the citi- takes visitors on a jour- zens assembly on cli- ney through the highs mate change. Once peo- American and lows of our chang- ple understand the evi- ing climate, whilst dence and changes Celebration of Music Pictured are some of the participants in the County Cumann na mBunscol Wicklow Skill Tests imparting exciting required to address in Wicklow GAA Centre of Excellence, Ballinakill. The top performing pupils in the County innovations and practi- global warming, they Southeastern University, Florida, the SEU Chamber Singers and Women's Choir featuring Skills tests now have the opportunity to represent their school and county during the half time cal solutions that can be are willing to play their Victoria Keller, accompanist, with Dr. Daniel of selected All-Ireland Series games during the summer. The winners were: Girls Football (Olivia embraced to help solve part, and to make the Gordon, director, will be giving a free Shannon, NS); Boys Football (Mason Melia, Newtown; Colm McGuckian, Aughrim the problem. necessary lifestyle The next generation changes. At Cool Planet performance in the Brockagh Resource Centre, NS); Hurling: Eoin Lawlor (St Pat's, Wicklow); Camogie: Aine McDonald (Crossbridge NS); Laragh on Tuesday 14th of May. Katie Slattery (Gaelscoil Ui Cheadaigh). is leading the charge, we are seeing that after with children pledging taking our tour, visitors Show starting at 11.30am, everyone is welcome. Celtic Routes project aims to encourage visitors to Wicklow The brand which will help promote the Celtic Routes project between Ireland and Wales will be launched on April 10th. The Celtic Routes increasing the time heritage and the natu- project aims to encour- visitors spend in these ral environment. age visitors to explore regions and capitalis- On April 10th, 2019, new areas of Wales ing on the opportuni- the Project Partners and Ireland en route to ties to boost local and Consultants will their final tourist desti- economies. launch the Brand for nation. The project will be the Interreg Ireland Led by developed through Wales co-funded At last week’s Bray Municipal Council meeting were (l-r): Cllr Joe Behan, Cllr Pat Vance, Jack Jannon, Boris Fennema, and Carmarthenshire customer research, Celtic Routes Project. County Council, the trade events and work- Mark Henderson from Bray Sailing Club, and Cllr . Pic: Joe McQuillan The launch will take project focuses on the shops as well as cross place in the Riverside areas of border visits by busi- Park Hotel, Carmarthenshire, nesses in Ireland and Pembrokeshire and Wales to bring togeth- Enniscorthy, Co Ceredigion in Wales er expertise and ideas. Wexford at 2pm on Bray council welcomes and Waterford, The objective is to 10th April. Wicklow and Wexford increase the visitor All tourism in Ireland. appeal of the targeted providers are encour- It hopes to transform areas, including aged and welcome to Bray Sailing Club less well-known areas through the develop- attend. However, from transit zones to ment of new trails booking must be made new touring sites, linking local culture, through Eventbrite. Bray Sailing Club Representatives were invited to Bray Municipal District Council's meeting last week to speak about their recent Training Centre of the Year award from the Irish Sailing Association. Children's magic show at The Whale Mark Henderson, sense of responsibility in beach. This is just a sim- free." conditions." Training Centre Manager, them for the stewardship ple example of how Mark also spoke about The recent award Direct from his weekday magic show 'abraKIDabra' on also spoke about the of the environment and everyone can do some- the challeneges the club follows on from the RTÉjr, and the RTÉ 1 Christmas show "The Greatest importance of a safe and the Bray Community. thing small to have a big faces: "The increased success of last year when show That Never Was" Joe Daly brings his children's viable harbour to the Most recently the club positive impact on the popularity of Bray the club won the title of club's success as a was part of the launch of Bray community and Harbour as a destination Eastern Region Training comedy magic and illusion show to the Whale Theatre. vibrant community-based the "Take 3 For the Sea" beyond," said Mark. has led to significant traf- Centre of the year. Over Suitable for children from 4-12, Joe Tables will fly, newspapers torn up club, and recent environ- campaign along with Cllr “Our Turn the Tide on fic congestion during 100 clubs and centres mental initiatives. Steven Matthews and Plastics campaign has summer weekends. compete for this title each will bring them on a rollercoaster ride and restored, cola poured over a vol- The 'Turn the Tide on Bray Tidy Towns. very much been a bot- “In addition, we obvi- year, and most of them of magic, illusion, comedy and fun. unteershead and Joe Himself will Plastics' campaign is an "This fantastic initia- tom-up initiative, with ously have a tidal harbour are far better resourced Joe's show completely reinvents float on air... that's just for starters! initiative that the club tive, which has been Juniors leading the way in Bray which places than Bray, with paid staff children's entertainment, so much The show takes place on Monday began last year. The aim funded by the Municipal to do their bit for the restrictions on the and far superior facilities. show that the adults will enjoy it as of the campaign is to District, encourages community. Our goal for amount of time the The club has been in much as the kids! Prepare yourself to 22nd April at 1pm (Doors 12.30pm) increase the club's Junior everyone to pick up three the 2019 season is to harbour is usable each existence for 60 years be spellbound one minute and roaring and 3.30pm (Doors 3pm) Tickets members' environmental pieces of plastic on every make our Junior Training day, but also causes prob- and has over 350 laughing the next. €10. www.whaletheatre.ie awareness and to instil a visit they make to the courses single-use plastic lems in certain weather members. WICKLOW

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At the launch of an updated alcohol prevention education tool for working with young women by Crosscare East Wicklow Youtb Service and the East Coast Regional Drug & Alcohol Task Force were Saoirse O'Keefe, Ellie Minto, Rebecca Carey, Mia Longmore, Kayla Evans, Ella Mackey and Amy Dowd. YOUNG WOMEN TACKLE ISSUE OF DRINKING An updated alcohol prevention education tool for working with young women is East Wicklow Youth a safe night out, taking Chairperson Aoife Flynn relationship with alco- being launched by Crosscare East Wicklow Youth Service and the East Coast Service, Wicklow care of friends etc. Kennedy praised the hol." Regional Drug and Alcohol Task Force. Travellers Group and Every picture has a resource, saying "I am "I feel better able to Connect Bray series of discussion proud to launch this respond to peer pres- Neighbourhood Youth points on its reverse side; updated resource, the A report on alcohol that over half of young of 18 years, and that it Some young women in sure," said Angel, Project to produce and the aim is to stimulate young people and their consumption commis- women in Ireland start was a problem that soci- Wicklow are doing pilot the updated discussions about the youth workers have pro- aged 14. sioned in 2013 identified drinking before the age ety needed to address. something about it. resource pack. topics with young duced a professional, "It was great to learn A group of young They recently came women, to challenge versatile and vital the recovery position and women from Kilcoole resource for addressing now I know what to do if 'rush hour': community came together in 2013 to together in incorrect information and do their part to tackle the Newtownmountkennedy unhelpful assumptions, the issue of alcohol use one of my friends is highlights concerns issue, and now that man- to officially launch the and to give space for dis- with young women." unwell," said Una, tle has been taken up by resource pack. The cussions about alterna- Kim Whelan, one of aged 13. The traffic problem in Red Cross is now so bad that the resource was officially tives to alcohol use and the young women that young women from a The resource pack is launched by Aoife Flynn harm reduction tech- produced the original small village now has a 'rush hour' for the first time, local range of different youth designed for use with projects across East Kennedy, Chairperson of niques. pack in 2013 highlighted residents have said. young women in any set- Wicklow. the East Coast Regional In the updated version the benefits of the pack Members of the local munity representatives By Cathy Lee Young women are Drug and Alcohol Task of the resource the pho- to young women: "Some ting where work with community in Redcross suggested that a profes- looking for support and Force. tographs are linked to a of the things we learned young people takes addressed the recent pedestrian crossings. The sional should test and correct up-to-date infor- The resource consists series of activities which when doing the resource place. Flexibility is built Arklow Municipal residents are also con- review the main street mation about alcohol of a series of twenty pho- are designed to draw out pack, I wouldn't have in so that workers can District meeting and cerned about the masonry from a traffic calming use, and are relaunching tographs, each address- learning through interac- ever thought of before. highlighted ongoing arch bridge crossing the perspective. The main choose the most impor- a new and improved ing a different issue tive workshops. These These lessons were so issues that are affecting Redcross River, as the street was highlighted as tant parts to cover with resource aimed at relating to young women activities cover topics beneficial to us as life for people in road here is particularly a concern, as it is used by their group. The resource addressing this issue. and alcohol. The pho- such as alcohol harm, teenagers because we can Redcross. unsafe for unfamiliar visitors but also com- Six groups of young tographs cover themes rights and values, con- carry them into our adult is available for download Councillors heard that drivers as well as pedes- muters. women have worked such as alcohol and the sent, harm reduction etc. lives and have a safer from www.crosscare.ie commuters coming trians given that it is The seriousness of with Bray Youth Service, law, safety, preparing for Speaking at the launch, and more well informed and www.ecrdatf.ie through Redcross to quite narrow. flooding in the village access the motorway are The residents felt that was highlighted. With the merging with the regular the village has been village being located in traffic and agricultural neglected by the local the valley, flash floods vehicles used by local authority for some time are something that the farmers. The concern is now, and poor roadworks area is prone to. This has that emergency vehicles have resulted in the resulted in the blocking run the risk of being village needing to be of gullies, that now unable to access the vil- tarred again. But the resi- appear to be ineffective lage during these times. dents did highlight the in places and aren't being A representative from need to restore and pro- maintained or restored. the community explained tect the cobblestone in Lighting in the village that in recent years, the village as this is part was described as 'not Redcross is becoming an of the heritage of the good enough'. The increasingly popular area. masonry arch bridge at tourist destination. Cllr Pat Kennedy said the bottom of the village While the residents that it was "great to see is a major concern to the welcome this increased that the community want community, particularly activity, a strain is also to protect this heritage, as around warning signs as being put on the infras- it is unique to here". The there is currently no tructure in the locality. Redcross community rep- signage around the The community nar- resentative described narrow width of the rowed down the worst road markings in the vil- bridge. The community affected aspects of this lage as 'non-existent' and representative said that problem to roads, includ- raised concerns over the locals would like to ing issues with levelling, danger associated with encourage those using the potholes and lack of road this issue. It was also bridge to think about markings. Another issue highlighted that parking safety before entering it. is footpath safety as some is a major problem in the To sum up these issues, footpaths in the village village, particularly when the representative said are dangerous for prams the village is most busy that "things aren't fit for Pictured: Members of St. Kilian's Scout Group accept the award for Most Topical entry in the Greystones St. Patrick's Day as well as wheelchairs, on Fridays and Saturdays purpose in Redcross and there is also lack of with visitors. The com- anymore". parade from Cllr Jennifer Whitmore. Pic: Joe McQuillan WICKLOW

18 NEWS / LOCAL BUSINESS TimesLOCAL Tuesday 9th April 2019 JIGSAW STAKEHOLDERS MEET IN BRAY Local stakeholders gathered in Bray on Friday to meet Minister Simon Harris and representatives from Jigsaw and hear the much anticipated news regarding a new service for Co.Wicklow. The meeting provided Minister Harris and Jigsaw with the opportunity to confirm that Bray has been selected to be the site of the next Jigsaw Youth Mental Health Project.

Jigsaw is a network ahead with Wicklow as Supported by a network of programmes across the next location." of Youth Advisory Ireland designed to Minister Harris con- Panels, Jigsaw's work make sure every young tinued:"Jigsaw will in the community person has somewhere make a fundamental adopts a holistic to turn to and someone difference to the lives approach aimed at to talk to. of people in Co informing, supporting, Minister Harris said: Wicklow. Alongside the educating and empow- "I was thrilled to meet clinical, in-session ering a wide of our all the stakeholders and work with young peo- communities, enabling confirm the news that ple, Jigsaw teams local- a better understanding Co. Wicklow will be ly will work closely of our collective the location of the next with schools, communi- responsibility in Jigsaw Youth Mental ty groups, sports clubs supporting young Health Project. We and other local services people's mental health. have worked together to increase understand- I am delighted that on this for a number of ing about youth mental work will commence Minister Simon Harris outside Bray Area Partnership for the announcement of the Jigsaw service for Co. Wicklow, with years and this prepara- health, and where sup- on the delivery of this representatives from the Bray Area Partnership, the HSE, Children and Young People Services Committee, Be Well Bray, tory work has been key port is available to service, based in Bray, Youthreach, Cairdeas Clubhouse, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and St. John of God. to the decision to move young people. this year."

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Tuesday 9th April 2019 TimesLOCAL CLASSIFIEDS / RECRUITMENT 19 WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL Notice is hereby given in accor- We, Powertique Ltd, intend Amanda’s Hair Salon dance with Articles 7 and 8 of the to apply for retention Waste Management (Facility Permit permission for development at the Royal Hotel, Main Wicklow Town and Registration) Regulations 2007 Street, Bray, Co. Wicklow. that Dempsey Sand and Gravel Ltd., The development consists of CLASSIFIEDS Kilmurray North, Redcross, Co. retention, at 50% diminution Wicklow will be making an applica- of light output, of internally REQUIRES A PART-TIME illuminated signage and • PLANNING • NOTICES • RECRUITMENT • PRAYERS tion to Wicklow County Council, at 30% diminution of within 10 working days from the light output of internally TO PLACE AN QUALIFIED HAIR STYLIST date of this notice, for a Certificate illuminated glass frame WICKLOW THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER of Registration to operate a facility window and door surround on the front elevation of the at Tober upper, , Co. AD CALL US ON Must have at least 6 years experience Royal Hotel, Main Street, LOCAL Wicklow for the importation and Bray, Co. Wicklow. Times Dear Heart of Jesus in the past I have asked for deposit of inert subsoil and topsoil The planning application many favours. This time I ask you this very 01-2869111 Please call: 0404 645 62 for the purposes of constructing a may be inspected or special one. (Mention request) Take it, dear berm. purchased at a fee not NUMBER 1 IN Or email CV and cover letter to: esceeding the reasonable Heart of Jesus and place it within your broken or email The class of activity at the site in cost of making a copy at the [email protected] accordance with in accordance offices of Wicklow County WICKLOW! Heart where your Father sees it. [email protected] with the Third & Fourth schedules Council, County Buildings, Then, in his merciful eyes it will become of the Waste Management Act, WIcklow during its public opening hours and a Delivered to your favour not mine. 1996, as amended, is: Class R5: submission or observation in Amen. Recycling/reclamation of other inor- relation to the application ganic materials, which includes soil may be made to the 44,500 homes Say this prayer for three days. cleaning resulting in recovery of the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed Promise publication and favour will be granted. soil and recycling of inorganic con- fee within the period of 5 and businesss Never known to fail struction materials. weeks beginning on the date The class of activity at the site in of receipt by the authority of each week! accordance with Part Two of the the application. S.B.; R.McG. Third schedule of the Waste Management (Facility Permit & Registration) Regulations 2007, as WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL amended is: Alphaplan Design (Tel: 086 I Gemma Losack intend to SMALL, SUNNY Class 5: Recovery of excavation or 2461269, Email: eugene apply for permission for the dredge spoil, comprising natural @alphaplandesign.com) construction of a new materials of clay, silt, sand, gravel Seeks planning permission dwelling, garage, new or stone and which comes within SITE SOUGHT IN for change of house type on entrance, wastewater the meaning of inert waste, through site 19 of previously treatment system & deposition for the purposes of the approved development polishing filter, new well and improvement or development of under PRR 18/50 and associate works at GREYSTONES land, where the works do not con- associated works at Castlekevin, , stitute exempted development Waverley Meadow, Rathnew, Roundwood, Co. Wicklow. For modest, eco friendly home by within the meaning of Classes 11 Co. Wicklow for Broomhall The planning application (b) and 11(f) of Exempted Estates Ltd. The planning may be inspected or cash paying couple with one child. Development – Rural within part 3 application may be purchased at a fee not of the second schedule of the inspected, or purchased exceeding the reasonable Minimum site size 1/8th Acre acre. Maximum Planning and Development at a fee not exceeding the cost of making a copy at the Regulations 2001 (S.I. No. 600 of reasonable cost of making a offices of Wicklow County walking distance from DART 20 minutes. 2001), and the total copy, at the offices of the Council, County Council quantity of waste recovered at the planning authority during its Buildings, Wicklow Town, Preferably with Planning Permission or site shall not exceed 25,000 public opening hours and a during its public opening favourable planning history. Property owners tonnes. submission or observation in hours and a submission or A copy of the application will, as relation to the application observation in relation to the or estate agents only considered please. soon as is practicable after receipt may be made to the application may be made in by Wicklow County Council, be authority in writing on writing to the planning All communications treated in strictest available for inspection or purchase payment of the prescribed authority on payment of the at the following location: Wicklow fee within the period of 5 prescribed fee within 5 confidence by settled couple advertising. County Council, County Buildings, weeks beginning on the date weeks from submission of To initiate contact, please email Whitegates. Wicklow Town, A67 of receipt by the authority of application to Planning FW96. the application. Authority. [email protected]

WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL WICKLOW COUNTY COUNCIL I Gary Collins intend to apply I John Simmons seek permis- We, Barracuda Restaurant Ltd, Seamus Connolly seeks I Sinead Toomey intend to I Ashley Walsh intend Alphaplan Design (Tel: 086 Planning permission sought for permission for demolition of sion for the following: wish to seek planning permission to apply for permission 2461269, Email: eugene for variations to previously for elevational changes; internal permission for single apply for permission for the a) Construction of agricultural approved permission plan existing rear extension, new stair connection between ground storey Lean- To Extension construction of a new for a new dwelling, garage, @alphaplandesign.com) Seeks building to include milking par- ref: 17/985, for extensions 123.5 sqm single storey and first floor and first floor dining to rear and side of 20 dwelling, domestic garage, new entrance, wastewater planning permission for a extension to the rear of lour, livestock handling facili- terrace to the south and west of wastewater treatment unit & treatment unit, soil polishing dwelling with waste water and alterations now ties, waiting yard, ancillary Thorndale, Delgany, Co. existing dwelling, removal of existing restaurant; amendments polishing filter, new well, filter, new well and treatment system to EPA including new second floor existing septic tank and rooms along with slatted soiled to curtain walling; new bin store Wicklow. The planning associate works at standards on site previously living area and terrace and water/parlour washings tank. accessed from natural ground new entrance onto public installation of new wastewater application may be road and associate works Knockaphrumpa Lane, granted under PRR 07/1599 all associated works at Cliff system and soil polishing filter b) Erection of 2 no. of meal bins level to the south; signage; inac- (for a replacement dwelling in Cottage, Rathdown Lower, cessible deck and planters to inspected or purchased at at Ballyclough North, Moneystown, Roundwood, & 1 no. water storage tank Greystones, Co. Wicklow and associate works at raised stoned area (west); reten- a fee not exceeding the Kilbride, Co. Wicklow. The Co. Wicklow. The planning lieu of fire damaged dwelling) Ballymanus Lower, Glenealy, along with associated site and associated works at for Peshawar Ltd. The tion planning permission for exist- reasonable cost of making planning application may be application may be Co. Wicklow. The planning works at Ballyconnell, Tullow, Ballykillavane, Glenealy, Co. planning application may be ing escape stair to the west; inspected or purchased inspected or purchased application may be inspected Co. Wicklow. together with associated site- a copy at the offices of inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the Wicklow for N. Gregory. The or purchased at a fee not works at Finnbees, The Aquarium Wicklow County Council, at a fee not exceeding the planning application may be at a fee notexceeding the The planning application may reasonable cost of making a exceeding the reasonable cost Building, Strand Road, Bray, Co. 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