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NorthsidePeopTEL: 01 8621611. www.dublinpeople.com Vol. 15. No .2eWEST12 January - 18 January ‘11Local fury overnew taxi ruleLOCAL taxi drivers say they are being forced out ofwork by new regulations that is seeing cabs more thannine years old being hauled off the roads.The new scheme that cameinto effect on January 1 will seean estimated 6,000 taxis beingtaken off the streets in the comingmonthsThere are now real fears thatmany cash-strapped drivers whocan’t afford a new car will beforced to join the dole queue.Martin Power of FinglasCabs said that there is no doubttaxi drivers will be forced to jointhe dole and some are alreadyoff the road.“So far we've lost ten cars,”he said.“The problem is bad becauseour drivers can't get loansto buy new cars. They're beingforced out of their jobs. The lawwas proposed at a time whenpeople had money, but nowthere's nothing. It's a scandalousscheme.“We have a number of taxisby Martin Flanaganon our system that are due to beremoved from the fleet. There isa panic now among taxi driversabout where they are going toget the money to buy new cars.”One local taxi owner whospoke to Northside People saidserious financial problems havesurfaced for many drivers becausethey thought the schemewas supposed to come into effectin 2012.“There has been a lot ofhardship for many taxi drivers,”he said.“It is my understanding thatsome have had to consult theMoney Advice and BudgetingService (MABS) for help.“Taxi drivers didn’t haveenough time to plan and outlinetheir budgets. They thought theywould have had more time to doit.”President of the Irish TaxiDrivers Federation, John Usher,said the Taxi Regulator has presentedtaxi drivers with a guillotineas opposed to a soft landingwith the new rule.He feels the regulationsshow a clear lack of understandingand empathy towardtaxi drivers and their livelihood.“It’s like a great depressionhas hit the taxi industry,” hesaid.“There’s no doubt that thislaw will see taxi men out oftheir jobs and on dole queues,but in saying that, it’s not asthough taxi drivers have an automaticentitlement to socialwelfare as it stands.“They could lose their jobstomorrow but that doesn’t meanthey’ll get paid the followingday. Four thousand drivers havebeen affected, and we expectthat number to rise.contd on page 2● PRESIDENTIAL VISIT: President Mary McAleese and her husband Dr Martin McAleese are picturedwith Sheila Warren from Bantry Road, Drumcondra, during a pre-Christmas presidentialvisit to St Clare’s Nursing Home, Griffith Avenue, Glasnevin. PHOTO BY MAXWELLS.NEW LOOKCONSTRUCTIONATTIC CONVERSIONS from e12,500NEW BUILDS from e110 per square footNEW DRIVEWAYS IN PRINTEDCONCRETE e90 per square yardTel: 087 7866027 or 01 839 4363w: www.newlookconstruction.ie e: info@newlookconstruction.ieStatebodyslammedoverprojectQUESTIONS have beenraised as to why a Governmentagency is pushingahead with plans tobuild a new car park andaccess route to a buildingin Glasnevin where just30 people work.by Aoibhinn TwomeyWorks on the EnterpriseIreland site in Glasnevin arecontinuing to press ahead buthave been slammed as anotherunnecessary expenditurefrom a State body bylocals who objected to theproject.A furious local residentquestioned why EnterpriseIreland is going ahead withthe plan when the “countrydoesn’t have two shillings torattle together”.“It’s beyond me how EnterpriseIreland and the Governmentwould think that itmakes sound financial senseto go ahead with this projectat a time like this,” he toldNorthside People.contd on page 2Partial Deafness?Suffering from hearing loss?You may not need a hearing aid.Perhaps Earol is the solution.In some cases of impairedhearing the cause couldbe due to a build up of earwax rather than deafness.You may therefore findthat regular application ofan olive oil spray such asEarol does the trick.Here at Hidden Hearingwe can help you do so byassessing your symptomsand if the cause is foundto be related to wax buildup, then we will supply aFREE bottle of Earol.FOR A FREE APPOINTMENT PLEASE CALL1800 882 884Clinics located throughout Dublinwww.hiddenhearing.ieSALE NOW ONNorthsidePeop eWESTunrivalled coverageEVERY WEEK35,000 COPIESE750INCLUDING FITTING1 McKee Road,Finglas,Dublin 11.Tel: 018347 374Fax: 8347 374Email:info@maddenfireplaces.comWebsite:www.maddenfireplaces.comGranvilleSuite3 +2RecliningCLEARANCE SALELess thanHALFPRICEwas e1,999NOW e899Oakland CollectionLess thanHALFPRICE4 foot 6 BedE499NOW E1995 foot BedE599NOW E219BrunoLeatherSuitewas e1,499NOW e599Less thanHALFPRICEBLANCHARDSTOWN S.C. (The Old Buddha Bar) P: 01 8235432BELGARD RD. RETAIL PARK, TALLAGHT P: 01 414 8656

2 news 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WEST• Martin Power of Finglas Cabs says some local drivers have already been forced off theroad over the new rule. PHOTO BY DARREN KINSELLALocal fury overnew taxi rulecontd from page 1“Nowadays, finance is too difficult for taxidrivers because banks are too reluctant to lend.”He added: “The year of a car should not decideif it should be removed from the road; thatdecision should come down to a taxi’s condition.“The regulator’s approach may be legallycorrect, but it is far from morally correct.”Mr Usher said eliminating taxis from roadscould be an alternative but said the “wrong peoplehave to leave” and experienced drivers mustremain on boardDublin Central Labour TD, Joe Costello,also slammed the strict new rules as “ill thoughtout” and says they will cause untold hardshipfor taxi drivers.Deputy Costello described the introductionof the scheme as “bizarre”.“In normal circumstances credit facilitieswould be readily available to the taxi industry,”he said. “But now it is extremely difficult for ataxi driver to access a loan from the banks.”He added: “We cannot afford to have thousandsof taxi drivers lose their livelihood over asilly regulation which has not been properlythought through.”Deputy Costello is calling on the NationalTransport Authority (NTA) to declare a moratoriumon the nine-year age limit rule until detailsof its direct impact are accessed andalleviating measures explored.Quality part worn tyresNCT APPROVEDIreland’s only supplier offully tested part worn tyresLeading Brand NamesSAVE EEE’s!!Part worn tyres14" ..................from E2015" ..................from E2516" ..................from E3017" ..................from E40Van .................from E40SALES HOTLINE 860 2020114 Boyne Road, Dublin Ind.Est., Glasnevin , D.11Tel: 01 860 20 20 • Email: info@tyreland.ieWeb: www.tyreland.ieState body slammed over projectcontd from page 1“Added to this is the factthat only 30 people are employedin the building thatthe new entrance and carpark will be serving.“It’s a complete waste ofpublic money.”The works, which are expectedto be carried out earlythis year, are to facilitate theNational Metrology Laboratoryof Ireland which employs30 people.Enterprise Ireland declinedto comment on the cost of thecontroversial project whichwas approved in October.Works include the constructionof a new vehicularentrance and adjacent gateonto Griffith Avenue, fivemetre high signs, a new substationand switch room, anew internal estate road androundabout and a new separateboundary and revised carparking layout to the existingby Martin FlanaganDunsink captured the attentionof international media in2010 who reported on horsesbeing left to starve on open landin freezing cold temperatures.Last month DSPCA officialswere forced to euthanise a foalfound trapped in an open ditch.Attempts were made to rescuethe horse, but despite a four-houreffort the exhausted animal wastoo weak to be saved.The animal charity’sspokesperson, Orla Aungier, explainedthat problems in Dunsinkare ongoing because theowners of a majority of horsesare not providing their animalswith sufficient food or water.“We’re hopeful that this yearwill see some form of resolutionfor the Dunsink area,” MsAungier said.“It’s always us, the DSPCA,who are left picking up the piecesand trying to treat and care forthe animals that are starving anddying. Something needs to bedone immediately because thissituation has gone on for far toolong.”She added: “Of course thereare responsible horse ownerswho ensure that their animals arefed but unfortunately there areothers who don’t look after orfeed the horses they leave therefrom one end of the week to theother.”Ms Aungier said that the animalwelfare charity was hopingFingal County Council wouldprovide adequate shelter in thenear future.“Both the Control of HorsesAct and the Equine Passport legislationact need to be enforced,”she said.“The laws are already inplace but they are not being usedto full advantage. Also, laws thataccess whether people are suitableto maintain horses need tobe enacted, and unlicensed animalmarkets like the one operatingin Smithfield need to bemetrology laboratory.The National MetrologyLaboratory (NML) is responsiblefor the maintenance anddevelopment of the nationalstandards for physical unitsand calibrations in Ireland.Local TD Roisin Shortall(Lab) said she found it hard tounderstand why the workswere necessary in the currentfinancial climate.“This project isn’t urgent,especially given how few peopleare working in the offices,”she told Northside People.“This is yet another exampleof the completely unnecessaryexpenditure by Stateagencies at a time when budgetsare under so much pressure.“There’s a lot of concernabout the amount of moneythat State agencies are wastingand unjustified projects likethis do little to allay the concernsof the public.”● The Enterprise Ireland site in GlasnevinA spokesperson for EnterpriseIreland confirmed thattenders for the project arecompleted and that the contractshave been assigned.“The works are underway,”he said.“This project is very importantfor the efficient operationof the national and legalmetrology services which operatefrom this site.“The decision to moveahead with the project was astrategic decision given theneeds of the offices.”Welfare group hopes for end to animal crueltyDSPCA officials say theyare hoping 2011 will seeand end to the horrendouscruelty to horses witnessedin Dunsink, Finglas, lastyear.closed down because this iswhere horses are coming from.”Meanwhile the DSPCA saythat animal shelters are expectinga surge of unwanted pups boughtat Christmas to be dumped atshelters nationwide over thecoming week.“People should make informeddecisions before decidingto take in an animal,” said MsAungier.“They should consideradopting an animal rather thanbuying one. There are too manycases of animals from puppyfarms being sold in classified ads.These animals can suffer fromsickness and genital problems.The new owners are likely to betaking on a lifetime of vet bills.”Ms Aungier added that thepast three weeks has seen a surgeof dogs, pups and cats beingdumped at shelters nationwidewith 129 animals taken into sheltersduring the month of December.“Young animals will eventuallyoutgrow their cute stage, andthat’s the time when irresponsibleowners will dump them atour doors,” she said.“Our shelters are already full,and financial problems are asprominent as ever.”ISPCA chief inspectorConor Dowling told NorthsidePeople than on average a massive10,000 dogs are put down in Ireland.“There are too many pupsbeing produced and in somecases people are producing pupsknowing that there’ll be a demandat Christmas time,” hesaid.“There are plenty of straydogs out there and the numbersof them are difficult to quantify.A lot of pups are being dumpedmid-year because people don’twant them after they’ve outgrownthe puppy stage, so this isthe time when we expect moredogs on the streets.”According to Mr Dowlingthe ISPCA had 13,890 calls to itshelpline in the first 11 months oflast year as opposed to 9,496 callsin 2009. 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12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTSamaritans record upsurge in cries for helpTHE number of calls to theSamaritans helpline increasedsignificantly last year accordingto figures revealed in the firstever Samaritans Impact Report.by Martin FlanaganSamaritans Director, SuzanneCostello, said the helpline dealt withan alarming number of angry peoplein financial difficulty.According to Ms Costello, relationshipproblems, self-harm and anxietyover the future were also amongthe main topics that dominated theirphonelines.“We have experienced periods ofeconomic difficulty before, and knowthe impact this has on people’s emotionalwell-being,” she said.“As an organisation, we are makingevery effort to ensure our capacityis such that we can help morepeople if demand continues.”Last year saw an unprecedentednumber of calls to the helpline, withan average of 669 calls per day, accordingto the report.It found that the highest numberof calls was recorded on a Saturdayof last August with a massive 1,057calls received.In addition, the report recorded243,000 calls in the months from October2009 to November of last year.Costello said that one of the moststriking trends for the past year wasan increase in the intensity of emotionsexpressed by callers.She said: “There has been a correlationbetween Ireland’s deepeningeconomic crisis and the number andnature of calls to Samaritans. However,for most people who make con-● The number of calls to the Samaritans helpline has increased significantlytact with our service, simply speakingto someone and not being judgedoffers huge relief.”Eileen Foley, director of theSamaritans Dublin branch, said extremestresses brought on by the economicdownturn has snowballed intoevery area of people’s lives.“Isolation is a big issue that we’reseeing,” she told Northside People.“Extreme stresses are beingbrought on by the economic difficultiesand this is affecting other areasof people’s lives.“Our main initiative this year isto focus on reaching out to people.The increase in calls is alarming andit no doubt mirrors the current climate.”Following the launch of the report,Samaritans volunteers met withmembers of the Oireachtas to briefthem on the importance of theirwork.Political representatives that attendedthe brief included DublinCentral Independent TD, MaureenO’ Sullivan.CLARKEFUELS DIRECTRathnew Co. WicklowSMASHING THE PRICE OF SMOKELESSSOLID FUEL DELIVERED IN THE DUBLIN AREAOFFER 15 bags UnionNuggets 40kgFREE 5 x 10 logwood briquettes€80.00OFFER 25 bagsMagiflame 40kgFREE 5 x 10 logwood briquettes€85.00newsSALE ENDS SOON3OFFER 35 bags CountryBlend 40kgFREE 5 x 10 log woodbriquettes€95.00OFFER 510 bags E Coal40kgFREE 10 x 10 logwood briquettes€180.00OFFER 71 Ton Bag Kiln Dried Logs€250.00OFFER 410 bagsSupertherm 40kgFREE 10 x 10 log woodbriquettes€170.00OFFER 65 bags E Coal40kg5 x UnionNuggets 40kg€160.00WE ALSO STOCK GAS, FIREPACKS ANDFIRELOGS, ECOLOGS AND KINDLING.We also have some specials when you collectWEWON’T BEBEATENON PRICEfrom our YARD IN RATHNEW open 6 days a week.Our phone number is1850 33 66 99Tel 0404 67027All the above products are suitable for open fires and closed appliancesBLANCHARDSTOWNCOOLMINE IND EST, BLANCHARDSTOWN, DUBLIN 15(BESIDE POWER CITY) PH: 01 8226223OPEN 7 DAYS, Mon. to Sat. 9am – 5.30pm, Sun. & Bank Holidays 2pm – 5.30pm.DELIVERY SERVICE & TILERS AVAILABLEALL IN STOCK TODAY www.rightpricetiles.ieTHE RIGHT TILES AT THE RIGHT PRICEFREEMEASURINGSERVICEAVAILABLE

4 news 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTNo surprise as McDonaldselected for Dublin CentralSINN Féin deputy leader,Mary Lou McDonald, hasbeen selected as the party’scandidate for Dublin Centralin the forthcominggeneral election.Local party councillor, SeamusMcGratten, nominated MsMcDonald and Chair ofDublin Sinn Féin, Paul Donnelly,oversaw the proceedingswhich took place in St Finbar’sGAA Club in Cabra.Speaking to a packed hallMs McDonald outlined herparty’s vision not only just forthe people of Dublin Centralbut for the “economic and socialfuture of the island of Ireland”.“The depth of the injusticefelt by ordinary people for thefinancial and social hardshipthey now have to live with runsdeep,” she said.“Despite the shamefulwrongs perpetrated by FiannaFail, the bankers and developersit is the poor and working familieswho continue to carry theheaviest burden.“Job creation, real economicgrowth, critical social infrastructureand basic healthand education provision haveall been sacrificed by FiannaFáil to pay for bailing out a corruptbank that has no systemicimportance to the state.“Bondholders continue tobe untouchable and now theIMF and EU want to copperfasten this unprecedented economicwrongdoing.“In Government Sinn Féinwould do exactly as it does inCabra, East Wall and throughoutthe communities across theisland – fight for the rights ofordinary people.“Just as we fought for SeánMcDermott Street’s publicswimming pool to remain openNew movement aimsto empower electorateA NEW movement that aims to shake up the currentpolitical system is set to launch in Dublin next week.An Chomhdháil Phobail, or The People’s Convention(CPPC), is launching at 8pm on January 18 at the GreshamHotel on O'Connell Street.CPPC is already established in a number of areas outsideDublin and wants to empower citizens so they can “select-electmandate-recall”their representatives.The organisation believes empowering citizens, not the parties,will provide a real alternative in the upcoming election.It believes the people should decide everything from whoshould stand in the election to represent them, right through todeciding the principles of all new legislation and the mainbudget measures.Spokesperson for CPPC, Cork businessman Diarmaid ÓCadhla, said they are encouraged by the comments being received."We are asking for agreement on making the citizens the actualdecision makers and putting in place the means to do itnow,” he stated.Mr Ó Cadhla said people are crying out for an alternative tothe usual policy 'shopping lists' of the political parties, and theirempty promises.“Some people feel their only option is to go with the existingDáil parties, FF, FG or Labour - or to go with a 'left' oppositionof some kind,” he continued.Mr Ó Cadhla says that CPPC is neither 'left' nor 'right'.“It’s focus is making the people the decision makers, whateverpolicy the people choose is their right,” he added. “To datethe people have had no say.”More information on CPPC is available online atwww.cppc.ie.● Mary Lou McDonald is hoping to gain a Sinn Fein seat in DublinCentralwe would put the same commitmentto fair play into practicewhen dealing with thebanks and the EU/IMF‘bailout’.“Sinn Féin won’t tax thelowest paid, cut the minimumwage or slash desperatelyneeded social welfare supports– and we have no interest inbeing part of the cosy consensusthat has emerged betweenFianna Fáil, Fine Gael andLabour.”Ms McDonald went on tosay that Sinn Féin would cutbank bondholders loose fromthe State’s sovereign debt andcalled for banks to come underfull State ownership.“I live in Cabra, my childrengo to school here and everydayI meet people who are angryand in despair at what is happeningto them, but that angeris turning into action,” she continued.“Community activism isalive and well and locals acrossthe Dublin Central constituencyare organising against cuts andclosures. I am proud to havebeen selected as the candidatefor Dublin Central and look forwardto standing shoulder toshoulder with the communityin the months and yearsahead.”Dubs turn to teachingEnglish abroadLOTS of us will havekick started 2011 with anew year’s resolution tojoin the gym, learn howto drive or to try a newdiet, but many Dublinershave a more interestingambition to travel andwork abroad.But how to they fundthemselves abroad? Well,some of these adventurousDubs are looking at the perfectoverseas work option –teaching English.Teaching English as a ForeignLanguage or ‘TEFL’ isnow a popular choice for bothgraduates and non degreeholders, and best of all, noprevious experience or knowledgeof a foreign language isrequired.Companies such as Waterfordbased, i-to-i, provideTEFL training courses as wellas offering a job placementservice to help qualified studentsfind reputable jobs incountries such as SouthKorea, Japan and China anda number of European andSouth American destinations.While the salary of someAsian and European destinationsseems lower than anIrish graduate job at first● Teaching English is a great way to get paid while travelling the worldglance, i-to-i work and travelmanager, Rosie Plummer,points out that it’s importantto look at the relative cost ofliving.Ireland remains one of themost expensive Europeancountries to live in. In comparison,a TEFL job in SouthKorea would pay arounde1,250 per month plus freeaccommodation but the costof living in Korea is aboute600 per month, which allowsa large portion of thesalary to be saved.“Working abroad offers apaid adventure across theglobe that’s unbeatable.” saysMs Plummer.“January is our busiestmonth of the year for bookingsand this year is set to beno different.”To meet the demand forTEFL information i-to-i ishosting a free TEFL drop-ininfo session at the CliftonCourt Hotel, Eden Quay,Dublin on January 20 between5.30-7.30pm.• To speak to an i-to-i TEFLadvisor about teaching Englishabroad call 058-40050 or visitwww.teflcourses.com.

12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTnews5● Carl Crompton pictured with some of the sandwiches that were handed out to the homeless before ChristmasCaterer Carl deliversto city’s homelessA NORTHSIDE catering manager who worked in the recentlyclosed FAS centre in Cabra is hoping to start a regular ‘helpinghand’ event for those sleeping rough on the city’s streets.Carl Crompton, catering managerwith Sodexo who were the companywhich provided meals at the CabraFAS centre until its closure on ChristmasEve, is hoping to organise a regularhand-out of sandwiches, hot meals,tea and essential items to ease the bur-by Aoibhinn Twomeyden for those living on the streets.The selfless Northsider, who wasone of three volunteers who took tothe streets to help the homeless in therun-up to Christmas, is hoping to repeathis efforts on a regular basis withthe help of generous food and clothingsuppliers.“I’ve wanted to do somethingpractical to help the homeless for along time so I came up with the ideaof approaching our suppliers to see ifthere was anything they could donate,”Carl told Northside People.“Through my work in the cateringindustry I know there is a lot offood that goes to waste after an eventand that food can often not be used ifit’s due to go out of date within a dayor two.“It seems like such a shame whenthere are so many people who arestarving on the street.”Carl was pleasantly surprised bythe generosity and support he receivedfrom the company’s supplierswho donated bread, vegetables, meatand even hats and gloves which weregiven to the homeless the Fridaynight before Christmas.He and two colleagues donatedtheir time with the supervision of anofficial of the Light House homelessagency, headed out on the streetsarmed with 150 rounds of sandwicheswhich were gratefully acceptedby those sleeping rough.“Getting out there on the streetsmade it all so very real to me,” Carlsaid.“We got a good reception fromthe around 60 homeless we spoke to.“Some were very quite and didn’tsay much other than thank you.“They were really glad of the hatsand gloves given the bitterly coldweather.“They seemed like lovely people.”Carl believes that people are oftende-sensitised to the homeless but thatthe public would be more inclined todonate materials and food if they gotto know them.“I know from my own experiencethat if I see someone begging I oftenwonder whether they are genuine ornot and whether the money will go togood use,” he stated.“But I’m hoping that those whosupported and contributed to the lasthelping hand drive will contributeagain so that it can become a moreregular event.”

6 news 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTPhotography exhibition focuses on local heroesON December 9 last 30 photographsof 30 local heroes fromLourdes Day Care Centretaken by 30 students of LarkinCommunity College were unveiledas part of the Local HeroesExhibition at theNational Museum of Ireland –Decorative Arts & History,Collins Barracks.Part of the north inner cityschool’s Localise CommunityService Project, the students undertookthe project as a way ofcelebrating their own local heroesfrom their neighbourhood.They were mentored by a numberof well-known photographersincluding Barry McCall,Kevin Cummins and DougBaxter.On display until January 31,2011, the exhibition will showcase30 portraits of theteenagers’ heroes from theirown community.The students with theirteacher Maire O’Higgins visitedthe Lourdes Day Care Centre tospend time with the elderly, askingthem about who their heroesare and taking their photoswith the help of the professionalphotography mentors.The elderly people made thephoto-shoot extra special bybringing with them old photosand memorabilia from theirlives.According to Ms O’Higgins,the existing exhibition at themuseum was the original inspirationfor the project.“The ‘Soldiers and Chiefs’● FULLY FOCUSED: Kate Valk has her picture taken by fellow student Eoinlee Bley, who is directed by professional photographer Barry Mc-Call. Both students have pictures in the Localise Local Heroes Exhibition at the National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts & History,Collins Barracks.exhibition at the National Museumof Ireland inspired thestudents to look at local heroesin their local area,” she said.The project took place overeight weeks with each studentfirstly looking at their communityand asking how they couldbe of service. They then attendingsessions with the photographersand finally took theimages in the Lourdes DayCare Centre and the ParishChurch in Sean McDermottStreet. According to EoinleeBley (13), the project not onlyintroduced them to their localcommunity but also gave insightto an industry that hemight not have access to otherwise.“Taking the photos of theelderly with Barry McCall hasmade me realise I want to be aprofessional photographerwhen I leave school, and thatwhatever I do, it’s important togive to others,” he said.The clients of the LourdesDay Care Centre were also delightedto be involved accordingto Bernie Pierce, manager ofthe centre.“The elderly people in theday care centre felt honoured,thrilled and delighted that theyoung people took their photo,”said Ms Pierce. “It makes themfeel so important to be part oftheir local museum.”The Localise CommunityService Learning Schools’ Programmeworked in partnershipwith Lorraine Comer and educationstaff of the National Museumof Ireland in order to makethe exhibition possible.Derek Cleary, director ofLocalise, said the exhibition is avery important event for the studentsinvolved, as well as for thewider community.‘‘This schools’ programmehas proved to be a very practicalway for these teenagers totake an active role in the serviceof their community while learningkey planning and organisationalskills,” stated Mr Cleary.“We are delighted to recognisethe great work of theseyoung people, their teachersand our National Museum ofIreland partners.”● BEAT IT! Fade Street star Vogue Williams pictured at the relaunchof the Live Entertainment Venue at The Big Tree.Big Tree branches out with re-launchTHE Big Tree on Dorset Street recently re-launched asDublin’s newest and coolest Live Entertainment Venue.There will be up and coming live acts on the main stageevery week with famous acts such as Ryan Sheridan, Ham Sandwich,Aslan and lots more to come in 2011.Top DJs perform in Roots Club Room on Mondays, Thursdays,Fridays and Saturdays, which will have you dancing thenight away.The Big Tree is an ideal spot for a date as the pub has plentyof lush seating areas to relax in. On the other hand if you arelooking to flirt then check out the authentic old style telephoneson selected tables and walls, which will have you hanging on tothe end of the line as you dial another table for a friendly chat.Who knows what might happen?The Big Tree runs a late bar on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridaysand Saturdays and drink specials run daily. It is an idealspot for parties.The Sports Bar is the best pub to watch a match with livesports across 20 TVs and a mega 18-foot screen. If you are lookingfor a spot on the Northside then this is it! Facebook BigtreeDublin www.bigtree.ieNorthside WEB WEPeo PWE People DESIGN|Southside People NewspaperssNEW YEAR WEBSITE SPECIALS!Book Your Website Today& GET 10% OFF!Google MapsGoogle AnalyticsSearch EngineOptimizationWebsiteRedesigns€550From:Call: (01) 816 2951or email online@dublinpeople.comp

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8 news 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTStatue sought tocommemoratesinging legendTHERE have been calls for musicians to help pay for astatue to honour Northside singing legend Luke Kelly.North Inner City wardcouncillor Christy Burke (Ind)is pleading with millionaire musiciansto spare some cash forthe statue, which is expected tocost e80,000 and would be locatedin the Docklands.The plan for a commemorativestatue was first mooted overfour years ago and looked likecoming to fruition after theDublin Docklands DevelopmentAuthority (DDDA)agreed to part fund the project.However, the DDDA had towithdraw that promise due tofunding constraints and economicdifficulties.Cllr Burke said the statuewas long overdue consideringthe iconic singer, who originallyhailed from Sheriff Street,passed away almost 27 yearsago.He suggested that if thelikes of Bono, Phil Coulter(who worked with Luke Kelly),Enya and Chris de Burgh gottogether, then the money couldbe found.“I’m asking all those whobenefited financially and mademany millions from the Irishby Aoibhinn Twomeymusic industry to put a littlemoney aside for a man whowas such a great ambassadorfor Ireland,” he stated.Cllr Burke said Luke Kellyhad a major influence on musicand the city of Dublin, which iswhy he should be commemoratedwith a statue.“There was a statue erectedin Mullingar to honour JoeDolan within a year of hisdeath,” he added.“This talk of a statue to honourthis great man has beengoing on too long and I justdon’t accept that the planshould be shelved because ofthe economic climate.“I was a great fan of Luke’sand I knew him well. He evenused to write to me when I wasa political prisoner which iswhy this is a cause close to myheart.”Meanwhile, Luke’s youngerbrother Jimmy Kelly, who livesin Cabra, said his preferencewould be if the statue wereerected by Dublin City Council.“To be honest, I haven’tSpecifically designed and tailored to your needs.thought that much about anybodyelse paying for a statue tocommemorate Luke,” Mr Kellytold Northside People.“A bridge has been namedafter Luke in Ballybough sosomething’s already been doneto commemorate him.“I really don’t know what tothink. Does Ronnie Drew get astatue and all the other membersof the Dubliners? Wheredo you stop?”However, Jimmy agreedthat his older brother’s memoryshould live on.“He’s a bit of an icon now,”he added.“Luke’s legend is his greatsongs and his wonderful voice.He was a great ambassador forthe city and for the country.”Luke’s interpretations of‘Raglan Road’ and ‘Scorn NotHis Simplicity’, written by PhilCoulter, were among his mostsignificant musical achievementsand became points of referencein Irish folk music.He died on January 30,1984, at the age of 44 and isburied in Glasnevin Cemeterywhere his gravestone bears theinscription: ‘Luke Kelly –Dubliner’.to advertise in the northsidepeople tel: 862 1611by Jessica MageeClontarf woman DebbieDeegan, who has worked inRussian orphanages for yearsthrough her charity To RussiaWith Love, was asked by theRussian embassy if she wouldcreate a database of informationto help Russian children in Irelandlearn more about the countryof their birth.Last month saw the launchof Russia In My Heart, a fledglingorganisation that will rununder the auspices of To RussiaWith Love, with the support ofthe Russian embassy in Dublin.Speaking to Northside People,Debbie Deegan said the newcharity will operate as a centralbank of information for Irishparents and their adopted Russianchildren.“We will give families listsof where they can find Russianplaygroups, how to cook Russianfood or learn Russian folkdancing, where to find Russianlanguage teachers, when to celebrateRussian holidays, whateverthey want to find out aboutthe Russian culture,” said Debbie,who adopted a girl fromRussia 15 years ago.Russian Ambassador to Ireland,Mikhail Timoshkin, approachedDebbie to see if shewould be interested in gatheringtogether all the existing informationon Russian culture inIreland into a central pool.Ambassador Timoshkin toldSmart Storage isan under-stairsstorage solutionfrom €350.00These custom made built-in unitscater for your storage requirements:● Shoes● School Bags● Sports Gear● Vacuum Cleaner● Wine StorageContact us at www.smartstorage.ie Or telephone 01-2017676New charity to helpadopted Russian childrenPARENTS with adoptedRussian children are beingoffered a new cultural servicefrom a Northside charity.● Debbie Deegan, founder of To Russia With Love, and Mikhail Timoshkin,Russian Ambassador to Ireland, pictured at the launch ofRussia In My Heart. PHOTO: MARK STEDMAN/PHOTOCALL IRELANDNorthside People that Russia InMy Heart will be a “great steppingstone” for cultural contactbetween the peoples of twocountries.“The more we exchange,the more we know each other,and overcome obstacles of thepast,” he said.“In Russia for the past 18years we have been celebratingSt Patrick’s Day and it has becomelike a national holiday.“And last year, our Farewellto Russian Winter festival inTemple Bar was attended by5,000 people and has now becomean integral part of Dublincultural life.”Debbie Deegan, who has“more medals than a war veteran”for her years of work inRussian orphanages, says Russiansare very proud of theirculture.“They feel that Russianchildren abroad should hold onto part of that culture and nurturetheir birthright, but it’s allup to individual parents andchildren to dip into whateverappeals to them about theirRussian heritage,” she stated.“For example, my 22-yearolddaughter Zena had no interestin learning the Russianlanguage. But she still eats theThe Russians feelthat Russianchildren abroadshould hold on topart of that cultureand nurture theirbirthrightdark brown Russian bread andpickles 15 years after I adoptedher.“It’s my personal view thatit gives a child a holistic pictureof their identity if they learn toappreciate their roots, so thisservice is simply about helpingIrish families get informedabout all the wonderful Russiancultural activities that are takingplace around the country.”Debbie pointed out that Russianshave some lovely traditionsas well that are nice to pass on.“For example, at Christmas,instead of Santa Claus, theyhave Father Frost who comeswith his granddaughter in ablue cape with silver sparkles,”she added.“It’s lovely for Russian childrenin Ireland to have thesetraditions.”

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10 news 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTVolunteers sought for this year’s Community GamesWOULD you like to make new friends, give somethingback to your community and help young people experiencesporting and cultural activities in a safe and positive environment?If the answer is yes, then Dublin CommunityGames wants to hear from you.As another busy year approaches,the CommunityGames movement needs newvolunteers at all levels, localand at county final competitions.No matter what your age,experience or spare time, youcan become involved in a waythat suits you.Volunteers are needed tohelp coach, train or managelocal teams in sporting and culturalactivities; help with committeework such aschairperson, treasurer, secretaryor development officer;help organise and steward localevents; help with local fundraisingand sponsorship initiatives;or transport teams and equipment.Looking to the year ahead,● HELP NEEDED: Dublin Community Games participants pictured enjoying themselves at the 2010 finals. Volunteers are now needed for 2011.development officer DavidByrne said: “We had a greatyear in 2010 although we struggledto run some competitions,but with the help of new volunteers,we can make 2011 ahugely successful year for everyoneinvolved.”Dublin Community Gamesprovides over 40 sporting andcultural activities ranging fromathletics to art, choir to chess,soccer to swimming, judo togymnastics, and volleyball to variety,operating in local communities,providing opportunitiesfor young people to develop in ahealthy and safe environmentwhile experiencing a wide rangeof activities.Community Games catersfor people aged six to 16 in aprogramme with a strong emphasisfirmly placed on fun, participationand creatingcommunity spirit. Don’t worryif you’re over 16, you can get involvedwith the youth sectionand help out at local and countyevents.Adult volunteer membersplay an active role in organisingall these activities. The social aspectis tremendously importantand many volunteers havefound the Community Gamesan ideal way to meet newfriends and have a laugh.Other benefits of volunteeringinclude giving somethingback to your community, encouragingyoung people to participatein sport and culturalactivities, fostering communityspirit, developing your ownabilities and skills, and enjoyinga sense of achievement and satisfactionknowing you are makinga difference.The first competitions getunderway in late January so getinvolved today!For more information contactDublin secretary MaureenQuinlan on 8728203 or visitwww.dublincommunitygames.ieSwimmers make wavesin SwitzerlandAER Lingus Swim Club members enjoyed great success atthe recently held fifth annual EU Swim Meet, hosted byRed Fish Swimming Club of Neuchatel, Switzerland.A team of 35 swimmers, ranging in age from 10 to 24years, travelled with a back up team of four officials.Two extremely successful days of competion took place,with numerous medals being won by the Northside club.Overall, the team performance was exceptional, with theMen’s/Boys' team taking the overall club prize and collecting23 medals along the way.The Women’s/Girls’ team was narrowly pipped for theoverall title, missing out by a mere seven points. Not too disappointed,they still came away with 28 medals.The strength of the club came to the fore in the relays.Not only did the girls win the 13-14 and 15-16 age group relays,they also set new meet records in both the freestyle andmedley events.Catrina English and Conor Turner both set individualrecords in the 100-metres breast and 200-metre free events.A tired but jubilant team arrived home to Dublin Airportto a fantastic welcome. Aer Lingus Swim Club is now lookingforward to next year’s competition, which is being heldin Hungary.For more information on Aer Lingus Swim Club, contactColm Harling on 087-2378910 or visit www.alswimclub.comto advertise in thenorthside people tel: 862 1611FURNISHING IRISH HOMES SINCE 1970Killane’sFURNITUREStation Road, Lusk, Co. Dublin. Tel: 8438610Where quality furniture costs less‘GIGANTIC SALEHUGE REDUCTIONS IN ALL DEPARTMENTS- MANY ITEMS HALF PRICEKodaDining Tableplus six chairsWas €1,195Sale Price€595Madras High BackSuite3 seater plus two reclinerswas €1,699Now €1,499ALEXPINE BEDincl. Mattress €1993 dr. Locker €494 dr. Chest €119Mattresses3” Mattress €694” 6’ Mattress €995” Mattress €99(Limited Stock)OPEN 7 DAYS: Monday to Saturday 9.30am -5.30pm; Sunday/Bank Holidays 2.00pm - 5.00pm

12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTnews11● DEARLY DEPARTED COLLEAGUE: The late Noel Mullen● REMEMBERING NOEL: Last November marked the first anniversary of the death of Noel Mullen whoworked for many years in Northside People. Still very sadly missed, a plaque was erected in Noel’smemory at the Beggars Bush pub where he was well known and popular with staff and regulars. Picturedbeside the memorial are Noel’s sisters Helen, Phil and Catherine. PHOTO BY DARREN KINSELLAMayor launches newFingal Tourism websiteMAYOR of Fingal Cllr Ken Farrell officiallylaunched Fingal Tourism’s new website lastweek.The website, www.fingaldublin.ie, was developedby top Dublin creative agencyRoomThree Design and is designed to showcaseFingal’s cultural, natural and built heritage, aswell as the beautiful beaches and world class activitieson offer.Elaine O’Sullivan, manager of FingalTourism, said there was no doubt the internethas changed the manner in which tourists researchand plan their breaks.“As the use of the internet has grown in importanceFingal Tourism has placed more of itsresources into creating a superior promotionalpresence for Fingal’s experiences and destinationonline,” stated Ms O’Sullivan.“Fingal Tourism has invested in staff trainingto create and maintain the content of the sitein-house so that it remains up-to-date, currentand relevant.“This website is the culmination of a year’swork by Fingal Tourism and, we feel, showcasesFingal’s vibrant tourism scene.“The site has a number of new functions includinga fully featured travel planner, an eventcalendar which is updated weekly and downloadablemaps and guides to name a few.”Ms O’Sullivan added: “Each page is designedto help create an enhanced experience forall those who visit this brand new website.”The new website aims to be the portal for alltourism related subjects in the area while alsoaspiring to be the go-to site for information onevents and things to do in the Fingal Dublin region.With in excess of 500 pages of tourism informationto date the site is a mostcomprehensive online promotional tool. Formore information, visit www.fingaldublin.ieMedia awardsencourage drugs debateASPIRING journalists and movie makers – both youngand old - will have the chance to put pen to paper, or filmto tape and show their talent in this year’s ‘Let’s TalkAbout Drugs’ media awards.Organised by The GreaterBlanchardstown Response toDrugs (GBRD) and sponsoredby the County Dublin VECand the HSE the competition –now it its fifth year - invites newwriters and broadcasters to submitarticles and recordings onthe issue of drugs here in Ireland.The awards are aimed atprimary and secondary schoolstudents, college students andaspiring members of themedia, to stimulate debatearound the drugs issue in localcommunities.Media partners for ‘Let’sTalk About Drugs’ includeNorthside and Southside Peoplenewspapers who will publishwinning written entriesfrom the written articles andcartoon strip categories.The successful video or animatedfeatures will be broadcaston City Channel TV whilewinning audio entries will beby Aoibhinn Twomeyaired on Phoenix FM Radio.Both broadcasters are alsomedia partners for the awards.There are three officialthemes for the 2011 awards:• Prescription drugs – problemor solution?• Alcohol – is cost the onlyprice?• Drug rehabilitation – recoveryis possible?Each category is open tofour age groups: 12-14; 15-17;18-20; and over 21 and thereare 16 state-of-the-art netbooksfor the winners of each category.Closing date for entries is5pm on March 16 and judgingwill take place in late March.The judging panel will includerepresentatives from theorganisers, media partners andfunding agencies and theawards ceremony and announcementof winners takesplace on April 11.Northside People editor,Jack Gleeson, who will be onthe judging panel, said thecompetition gave new journaliststhe chance to write about orrecord a topic that has been hittingthe headlines for over fourdecades.“Sadly, it’ll still be in thenews for a long time to comebut only by increasing awarenesscan we hope to tackle theproblem and the media awardsare a great way to highlight theissue in a positive way,” he said.Entry forms can be downloadedfrom www.gbrd.ie. Thejudges won’t accept entries thatcontain commercial messagesor that aren’t original.Written pieces should containevidence of research, withsources included in accompanyingnotes. Last year’s winningarticles are availableonline at www.gbrd.ie.● Pictured above right arethe winners of the 2010 ‘Let’sTalk About Drugs’ awards arepictured with their trophies.AN ADDITIONAL€100 OFF EVERY PURCHASEOVER €1,000 WITH THIS VOUCHEROFFER VALID ON THIS VOUCHERUNTIL 28TH FEBRUARY 2011EXCLUDING GOODS FROM CLEARANCE SALEBathroom suites from €150.00 Whirlpool baths from €199.00Shower enclosures from €99.00 Standard Baths from €99.00Ceramic tiles from €1.99 per sq yard! Furniture units from €49.00Matt porceline tiles from €9.99 sq yardPolished Marble Tiles from €25.00 per sq yardTraventine Marble Tiles from €25.00 per sq yardOpen Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm; Sunday 1.00pm to 5.00pm (Coolmine Only)

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NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WEST2010Review ofthe YearConcluding our look-back at 2010SeptemberFEARS grow that a cut to ambulanceservices at St Mary’sHospital in the Phoenix Parkwill leave countless elderly andinfirm patients stranded andwithout any contact with theoutside world.The transport provided is avital lifeline for many who attendthe day care services providedat St Mary’s Hospital.Many patients have beenleft stranded, unable to attendthe centre because the ambulanceservice has been significantlyreduced as a result ofthe retirement of one of theambulance personnel who hasn’tbeen replaced because ofthe moratorium on recruitment.A GIANT footbridge whichwas built across the Finglas/Ashbourneroad isslammed as a “farcical wasteof money”.The expansive footbridge,which can be seen from theM50 and even has its owncycle lane, is rarely used dueto the lack of housing in itsenvirons.The footbridge caused alot of head scratching amongthose who questioned theneed for a bridge of its size inan area with so few inhabitants.The footbridge was completedas part of the overallupgrade of the M50.A NORTHSIDE based CommunityEmployment (CE) workeroutlines the devastating knockoneffects that proposed cuts tothe lone parent and disabilityallowance will have on her andher locality.Jillian Forde, from Carpenterstownin Dublin 15, worksfor Blanchardstown AmalgamatedSports as a chef fivedays a week in CastleknockCommunity Centre wherecourses and activities for membersof the public are held from9am to 9pm.Ms Forde is one of many CEworkers who could be forced togive up work if the cuts are implemented.SEPTEMBER’S Smithfield HorseFair was one of the most violentand lawless events everwitnessed in the area animalofficials tell Northside People.The atmosphere at thecontroversial fair on September5 was described as one ofanarchy with locals and bystanderswitnessing a swordwieldingman running amokthrough crowds, fights betweentraders involvingwheel braces and acts ofheart-breaking cruelty.The event was the worstwitnessed so far by the DublinSociety for the Prevention ofCruelty to Animals (DSPCA)and the Alliance for AnimalRights, according to officials.THE pupils and staff of a Northsideschool who are bracingthemselves for another winterin prefabs with leaking roofsand no heating are offeredhope from their local GAA club.Gaelscoil Bharra in Cabrastarted the new school yearwith little faith that the schoolthat they were promised 15years ago would ever be built.The outlook for the yearahead was looking bleak yetagain until the members oflocal GAA club, NaomhFionnbarra, held an EGM inwhich they voted to surrenderland to the Department of Educationwhere the new schoolcan be built.PLANS are finally afoot for thedemolition of the O’DevaneyGardens flat blocks thatformed part of one of thecity’s major regenerationschemes which collapsed in2008 when property developerBernard McNamarapulled out of the proposedE180 million social housingscheme.Demolition of five of thenotoriously dilapidated blocksis due to take place in Decemberor January. The move ishailed as a “step in the rightdirection” by the many whohave waited almost 15 yearsfor the long-promised regenerationto take place.OctoberTHREE Northside workers whohave been the voice of residentsleft in limbo by failed regenerationschemes learn thatthey will lose their jobs in thecoming months.The regeneration employeesworking on developmentsat O’Devaney and Croke Villashave been the middlemen betweenthe council and residentsfor over four years.This role was put to the testafter the social housingschemes collapsed in 2008when property developerspulled out of the proposede180 million deal with the citycouncil.The prospect of losing thetwo workers, Nadine Murphyand Ruth Murray in O’Devaney,is described as a “slap in theface” for residents, especiallynow that plans are finally afooton the regeneration front withdemolition of the five existingblocks due to take place in Decemberand January.TWO Northside girls are recoveringafter they were badlybeaten with a hammer by acrazed attacker who is still onthe loose.The teenage girls, onefrom Finglas and the otherfrom Ballymun, had a lucky●Nadine Murphy says news of the job losses came as a “bolt out of the blue”.● Mary (May) McCusker at home with her daughter, Mary Duffy King, who had to arrange alternative transport due to a cut to ambulanceservices at St Mary’s Hospital● Pupils and staff of Gaelscoil Bharra in Cabraescape after the frenzied andunprovoked attack in the lastremaining tower block in Ballymun.The girls are lucky to bealive after the were set uponwhile innocently chatting onthe landing of Joseph PlunkettTowerQUESTIONS are being asked asto why the new Dunboyne toDocklands train service onlystops at three out of nine stationson the railway line duringoff-peak hours.Commuters in Blanchardstown,Castleknock, Ashtownand Cabra are sorely disappointedby the service whichcompletely bypasses their localstations for much of the day.FORMER Taoiseach BertieAhern is urged to reconsiderhis parking arrangements outsidehis constituency office inDrumcondra.On two occasions alone inOctober, Mr Ahern’s unoccupiedState car was photographedby Northside Peoplewith all four wheelsparked up on the pavementoutside St Luke’s.While most ordinary citizenswould find themselves atthe mercy of clampers forsuch a transgression, the formerFianna Fail leader appearsto be immune fromcertain provisions of road trafficlegislation on the basis thathis high-end S Class Mercedesis driven by a member of theGarda Siochana.THE Northside is dealt anotherdevastating jobs blow whenIBM announces that it is axing190 jobs and closing its hardwaremanufacturing businessin Dublin 15.Although the move of partof the company’s operations toChina has been flagged forsome time, the official announcementwas no lessshocking and devastating forthe workers and local community.●Bertie Ahern hits the Northside People headlines in Octoberover his parking habits

12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTreview 13NovemberWORKERS at a Northside communitydrug project defendthe location of their centre andclarify that contrary to speculationthey do not run a needleexchange and a methadoneclinic in Dublin 7.The Chrysalis service, whichis based on Manor Street, hasbeen the subject of controversyever since it applied forretention and was granted permissionto change its premisesuse from office to a healthservice.Local residents, traders andpoliticians reacted furiously tothe application fearing thoseliving and working within thecommunity would have to endureharassment and anti-socialbehaviour caused by theclientele that use the clinic.However, a spokespersonfor Chrysalis said she and otherworkers have repeatedly triedto engage with residents in aneffort to allay their fears andinform them of what servicesare offered in the centre.A NORTHSIDE mother describeshow another cut to child benefitwill put her below the povertyline and see her struggling tokeep a roof over her head.Lone parent Sarah Gill wasmade unemployed for the firsttime in her life three years agoand has been battling to keepherself and her five-year-olddaughter fed and clothed eversince.Ms Gill, who desperatelywants to get back into full-timeemployment, described how ifshe’s lucky she’s left with e30● Sarah Gill fears a cut in child benefit will push her below thepoverty linedisposable income each week.PARENTS, pupils and staff of aNorthside school say they’reshocked and disgusted thatthe Department of Educationhas yet to spend E331 millionfrom its budget when all theyneed is just E3 million for thepermanent building they werepromised 15 years ago.News of the department’sfailure to spend half of itsschool-building budget comesas a slap in the face for the250 or so pupils at GaelscoilBharra in Cabra who are facinginto yet another winter confinedto cramped and cold prefabs.The primary school hasbeen desperately pleadingand waiting for the departmentto deliver the permanentbuilding which waspromised to them back in themid ’90s.ELDERLY pensioners unite allacross the Northside in theiropposition to any cuts to thepension being considered forthe December budget, which isexpected to be the harshestever in the history of the State.Pensioners are among themost vulnerable to cuts as manyare entirely dependent on theState for income, health, transportand housing and are alreadybracing themselves for afinancial struggle over Christmas.Bernard Bryan (73), wholives off the Navan Road, saidhe and many others like himwould fight tooth and nail toprevent any cuts to their onlyincome.MORE than 500 students marchthrough the streets of Dublin ina peaceful protest against theGarda handling of a demonstrationheld in November 3.The protest, which was organisedby two groups, FreeEducation for Everyone andStudents in Solidarity, began atthe Wolfe Tone statue on StStephen’s Green and finishedat Pearse Street Garda Station.MINDLESS thugs destroy a playingpitch used by local childrenby rampaging through it in astolen car.Joyriding hooligans rippedup the pitch located off theTolka Valley Road and used byup to 80 young members ofRivermount Boys’ Football Club.The pitch was ripped toshreds on two separate occasionsrendering it unplayable.Both cars were set alight andleft to burn on the pitch.● Northside pensioners protest against pension cutsDecemberFEARS are raised in relation tothe safety of a new school andcommunity facility in Dublin 15where a newly built threestoreystaircase completelycollapsed just weeks before itwas due to open to studentsand staff.Miraculously no one wasinjured when the staircasegave way in the impressivenew Phibblestown CommunitySchool in late October.The massive staircase dramaticallycrumpled in themain atrium of the school lessthan two months before itwas due to be filled with studentsand staff.RESIDENTS in Finglas and Cabraare urged to think again beforebuying stolen goods at knockdown prices in the run up toChristmas.The call came from the 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12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESThouse & homeHomeSweet Home15Making room for babyARE you expecting a new addition to your family? If so,you’ve probably spent some time thinking about providingyour precious baby with the wonderful surroundingshe or she deserves.A nursery is somethingthat deserves some thought.After all, it’s going to be yourchild’s first living space outsidethe womb.So where do you start?Well, obviously you’ll have alreadydecided on the roombut what about the décor?Before you go looking atwallpaper, fabrics and paint,spend some time in theroom. See what it's like at differenttimes of the day. Findout if a particular window ismore drafty in the winterthan another.A spot with too much sunin the very early morningmay have junior waking youSMALL JOB MAN• Shelving• Curtain Poles• Flooring• Side gates• Attic Laddersup earlier than he would in ashadier spot. Or a corner that'sconstantly lit by the streetlight outside may keep babyup all night.You might have a fairy talepicture of the perfect nurseryin your mind but that mentalimage isn't always in line withthe needs of a real baby.It's important to keep practicalityin mind. The truth isthat most babies would bejust as content to sleep in aFOR ALL THOSE ODD JOBSAROUND THE HOUSE• Attic insulation• Tiling• Plastering etcAll odd jobs.Also unbeatable prices on UpvcWindows and Doors.Tel Paul - 083 3870175Does Your Home Have Freezing Cold Rooms,Damp Walls or Mould Problems?Find out more on www.igoe.ie/warmcoatplastic laundry basket linedwith a soft blanket as in thefinest Queen Anne–style antiquecradle.You have to choose whatitems you’re going to put inthe room. Decide what's essential,and what's essentiallyfor show. Of course you’llwant the nursery to look cutebut there are ways of keepingcosts down so you have availablecash for the essentials.A matching changing tableand chest of drawers might besweet but a deep, waistheightbookshelf might serveboth purposes just as well.Items you’ll need to findspace for include a cradle, acot, a changing table, a chestof drawers, a rocking chairand a couple of mobiles tohang over the cot and thechanging table.There’s some safety precautionsto keep in mind forthe cot. Make sure that theslats or posts are no morethan 2-3/8" apart. Any widerthan that and a newborn'sbody might slip through.Also make sure that thecorner posts don't extendmuch more than 1/16" abovethe railings as the baby'sclothing can get caught ontaller ones.You shouldn't be able to fitmore than two fingers betweenthe mattress and thesides of the cot, and avoiddecorative cutouts that cantrap the baby's head or limbs.And if the cot is secondhandand has been painted byits previous owner, make surethe paint isn't lead-based asbabies tend to chew on whatever'shandy.Pads for the changingtable should have straps tokeep the baby from wrigglingoff onto the floor. And rememberthat all furniture thatcan possibly be tipped over bya little one's tugging shouldbe bolted to the wall.For the same reason, avoidfloor lamps when choosinglighting.Once you've chosen furniturefor the room, consideringthe overall look and colorscheme can be an overwhelmingexperience.There are simply billions ofwallpaper patterns out therejust for babies' rooms, andeven entire lines of paint thatare formulated to be as nontoxicas possible.Truth is, by the time thebaby is old enough to appreciatea decorating scheme atall, he or she will want tohave a say in the matter.A practical way to indulgeyour decorating urges withoutcreating unnecessary work foryourself down the line is tochoose furniture and walltreatments that are appropriatefor any age, then use accessoriesto create babyland.Painting the walls a solidcolor instead of using wallpaper,then using a removablewallpaper border for interestis a good idea, as is avoidingwall-to-wall carpeting andusing inexpensive area rugson a wood or cork floor.Plumbingand HeatingCentral HeatingInstallations● Repairs● leaks● Tanks● Boilers installed, repaired and servicedFully Qualified, and InsuredProfessional ServiceLocally basedRegistered Gas InstallerTel 086 8091780TransformyourKITCHENMarble & quartzkitchencounter topsSupplied & FittedEmail your measurements totransformyourkitchen@gmail.comand we will get back to youwith a quoteEXCELLENT PRICESFREE QUOTATIONTelephone Colm087-269425101 8512271

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25 northside 12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTpersonal servicesTOWARDS EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND CLEAR THINKINGANXIETY & DEPRESSION : WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?ANXIETY and depressionare often spoken of in thesame breath - andunderstandably so, giventhat they have long beenseen as ‘first cousins’ interms of psychologicalsymptoms and disorders.Indeed, the two oftenoccur together - what’sknown as a co-morbidcondition - and inparticular, depression canoften follow a period ofMATHSGRINDS55% of school year already goneFor one-to-one tuition up to Leaving Cert. 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However, the twoconditions are actuallyquite distinct both in termsof symptoms and impacton the day-to-day life ofthe individual.Put very simply, anxiety isa type of diffused or notclearly distinct fear whichcauses the brain to racewith worry and the rest ofthe body to tense inanticipation of action orreaction.It doesn’t always provokeaction in any useful wayand, if the anxiety is toointense, it causes a type ofparalysis, or pointlessworrying and jitterinessthat can lead toexhaustion.Just as every human beingfeels low at times withoutbeing ‘clinically depressed’or ill, we also experienceanxiety without beingclinically ill. In fact,depression and anxiety canbe often seen as a healthyor even desirable response.It would be very strange ifwe didn’t feel depressedabout the loss of a lovedone or the loss of a job wevalued. 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26 northsidehealth & beauty12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTOsteopathy the simple beauty behind the treatmentHow can we eliminatestress from our lives?We can’t. Stress isinescapable. To be alive isto be under stress.However stress is notnecessarily bad. With toolittle we’d be bored; withtoo much we’d developemotional and physicaldisease. Properly handled,however, stress can mean alife of challenge,excitement and growth.Biographies of famousscientists, explorers, artistsand entertainers revealthat times of intensepersonal stress are alsotimes of insight, creativity,accomplishment andpersonal growth.Stress is said to be one of themost destructive elements inpeople’s lives, but that’s onlya half-truth. The way wereact to stress appears to bemore important that thestress itself. 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In olden dayswe’d see a lion or bear andthen run away. Or we’d fightand it would become dinner.But what about your boss orspouse? We can’t run awayand we can’t commit murder.We have to stay and cope.Living in this world of not quitefight or flight, to many of uscarry around unresolved,chronic stress much of thetime.With chronic stress the bodyand mind never completelyrelax - the muscles are tense,energy is drained, and thebody is fatigued, moresusceptible to ulcers, digestivetroubles, high blood pressure,asthma, arthritis, colds,infection, heart disease, andpremature ageing. Thispermanent web ofalarm/resistance/exhaustioncan slowly rob one of healthand vitality and, ultimately lifeitself.Medicines or drugs, whetherprescription in the form oftranquillisers and sedatives orrecreational in the form ofalcohol, cigarettes, marijuana,or cocaine, may temporarilyrelieve stress but not bringlong lasting benefits.An important form of stress isnutritional stress. 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29northsideJobfinderO’NEILLS ELECTRICAL LTDrequires aP/T Accounts AssistantBased in Swords, we are well establishedsuppliers of commercial lighting and electricalproducts to the electrical wholesale market, witha reputation for high levels of customer service.The successful candidate will support the OfficeManager with our finance and administrativeroutines in our busy office. Duties will includecredit control, chasing & processing payments,updating customer accounts, petty cash control,month end routines and general officeadministration.This opportunity would suit an experienced creditcontroller looking to work 20-25 hours per week.If you have the required skills and experience forthis role, request an application pack byEmail from:Catherine.mulligan@oneillselectricalltd.comOʼNeills Electrical Ltd.www.oneillselectricalltd.comA subsidiary of Eterna Lighting Ltd.Are You Looking for Staff?... think localFind local people for local jobs by placing anadvertisement in the JOBFINDER section of TheSouthside People.The JOBFINDER section enjoys a very highreadership and advertisers consistently reporta very favourable feedbackDOOR CANVASSINGSTAFFREQUIREDNo Selling InvolvedEvening Work 3.30 - 7.30pm.Monday to ThursdaySaturday Mornings OptionalExcellent Basic plus CommissionFull Training ProvidedImmediate StartTelephone: 833 9143JOBFINDERDON’T FORGETTOMENTIONTHE NORTHSIDE PEOPLEWHEN APPLYING FOR ANY OF THEJOBS ADVERTISEDplace & paywww.dublinpeople.com/placeyouradTo find out more phone Eimear or Keith at 862161112 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTAssistantAdministratorPurcellHouse,AllHallowsCollegeAfulltimepositionhasariseninthisbusyConferenceCentre.Theidealcandidateshouldpossessthefollowing:• ExcellentI.T.skills,includingexperienceof computerisedaccounts• Provenrecordinorganisationalandadministrative work,withgoodattentiontodetailandabilityto prioritisetasks• Stronginterpersonalandcommunicationskillswith experienceofcustomercare• ExperienceofworkingaspartofateamPreferencewillbegiventothosewithrelevantexperience.Forajobdescriptionpleasecontactmhayes@allhallows.iePleaseapplywithCVtommcphillips@allhallows.ienolaterthanFriday14thJanuaryat12noon.Interviewswilltakeplaceon14th&15thJanuary2011.All Hallows is a college of Dublin City UniversityAll degrees are validated and accredited by DCUBENEAVIN HOUSEBeneavin Road, Glasnevin, Dublin 11Beneavin House is a new 127 bed Nursing Home locatedon a bus route in Glasnevin.We are currently recruiting for the following positions:Staff NursesThe successful candidates will be registered with ‘AnBord Altranais’ and must have up to-date clinical skillsand relevant experience suitable to position.Care AssistantsThe successful candidates must have experience ofcaring for the elderly and excellent English. FETAC 5qualification or similar qualification would be anadvantageApplications should be made specifying the positionand enclosing a current Curriculum Vitae to: FinolaBell, General Manager, Beneavin House NursingHome, Beneavin Road,Glasnevin, Dublin 11.Fax No 01 8648517 or via e-mail to:finolabell@firstcare.ie www.firstcare.ie

30 northside12 JANUARY 2011. NORTHSIDE PEOPLE WESTPlannings & Public NoticesplanningnoticeDUBLIN CITY COUNCILWe, Mr. & Mrs C.Carmichael,are applying for PlanningPermission for thedemolition of an existingsingle storey flat roofedkitchen and garage, theconstruction of a new singlestorey extension consistingof open plan living anddining area, separate utilityroom and study withassociated site works, all tothe rear, together with theraising of a section of theexisting boundary wall toside laneway, to matchwalls adjacent, at303 Griffith Avenue,accessing Walnut Walk,Drumcondra, Dublin 9.This planning applicationmay be inspected orpurchased at a fee notexceeding the reasonablecost of making a copy, atthe offices of the PlanningAuthority during its publicopening hours and that asubmission or observationin relation to the applicationmay be made to theauthority in writing on thepayment of the prescribedfee within the period of fiveweeks beginning on thedate of receipt by theAuthority of the application.planningnoticeDUBLIN CITY COUNCILWe, David and Claire Reidintend to apply for PlanningPermission for developmentat 117 Ashington Rise,Navan Road, Dublin 7. Thedevelopment will consist ofalterations to existing atticconversion to storage areawith a dormer window torear of existing house.This planning applicationmay be inspected orpurchased at a fee notexceeding the reasonablecost of making a copy, atthe offices of the PlanningAuthority during its publicopening hours and that asubmission or observationin relation to the applicationmay be made to theauthority in writing on thepayment of the prescribedfee within the period of fiveweeks beginning on thedate of receipt by theAuthority of the application.planningnoticeDUBLIN CITY COUNCILI (N O’Sullivan) am applyingfor Permanent Retention ofa roof structure/ protectiveanti-vandal cover sheetingand associated supportstructure to the existingparking area located to therear of 29 Royal Canal Bank,Phibsborough, Dublin 7.This planning applicationmay be inspected orpurchased at a fee notexceeding the reasonablecost of making a copy, atthe offices of the PlanningAuthority during its publicopening hours and that asubmission or observationin relation to the applicationmay be made to theauthority in writing on thepayment of the prescribedfee within the period of fiveweeks beginning on thedate of receipt by theAuthority of the application.to advertise your planningpermissions Ring Mary at8162903e-mail:m.fulton@dublinpeople.comNorthside People WestEdition -Issue: 12 January 2011HOW TO PLACE YOUR ADMinimum charge €121. Place & Pay on-line atwww.dublinpeople.com/placeyourad2. E-mail privateads@dublinpeople.com3. Telephone 81629994. Post in with payment to:Private Ads, Dublin People, 80 OmniPark, Santry, Dublin 9CATEGORIES:• Articles For Sale • Articles Wanted• Motoring • Houses For Sale• Houses to Let• Apartment to Let • Rooms to Let• Friendship • Property Aboard • Pets• Lost & Found • Prayers• Births/Deaths• Anniversaries • Birthdaysto place your ad in PLACE & PLAYwww.dublinpeople.com/placeyouradPublic Notice Section• Dublin City Council Planning Applications(Domestic only. New Build not accepted)• Fingal County Council Planning Applications• Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County CouncilPlanning Applications• Tenders• Public Notices• Liquidation Notices, etcTo advertise Tel. Mary Fulton(Planning Department) 01-816 2903or email: m.fulton@dublinpeople.comFax: 01-862 1625

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Ballymun Job Centre:Building a Future with WorkSince 1986 the work of the BJCreflects a belief that every individualhas a right to employmentand to realise his or her potential in thelabour market.This belief is core to the BJC philosophybecause of the important role thatpaid employment plays in determiningthe psychological well being of the individualand the quality of life of individualsand families in our society.This is reflected in the mission of theBJC, which is to raise the skills andlabour market aspirations of individualsin Ballymun so that they can maximisetheir labour market potential.Working in Partnership withOthersSince 1996 the BJC has managedthe Local Employment Service Network(LESN) on behalf of the BallymunWhitehall Area Partnership and FAS.The BJC works in partnership with theDepartment of Social Protection in supportingpeople to access employmentand training.The BJC has worked and continuesto work closely with state training agenciessuch as City of Dublin VocationalEducational Committee, CTC,Youthreach, FAS Training Centres.The BJC has also worked with localand national training organisationssuch as FIT, Ballymun Adult Read andWrite Scheme, CAFTA, Dublin EmploymentPact and RAPID.The BJC also provides labour marketsupports on behalf of the BallymunLocal Drugs Task Force. It provides aJobs Club on behalf of FAS and alsomanages the FAS funded JI.The BJC manages the MillenniumFund on behalf of the Ballymun WhitehallArea Partnership.It also administrates the LearningCommunity Fund on behalf of Youngballymun.The BJC works closely witha range of other organisations in thearea including JUST.Our ServicesFunding for the services and activitiescomes from a variety of differentsources. Each of the separately fundedservices is linked to form a seamlessservice to the clients. The main servicesprovided by the BJC includeGuidanceFor individuals who are not surewhat type of job would suit them ormay wish to change careers we havetrained career guidance staff who workwith clients using a variety of tools toassist them make informed decisionsand plan their career path.The aim of the guidance service is toencourage and assist individuals tomake positive changes in their livesand to enable them to access education,training and employment.Job ClubThe Job Club, funded by FAS providethe following: Enable the individualto develop more effective jobsearch skills and to prepare for job interviews,maintain and develop an individual’slevel of confidence andmotivation to look for a job, increasethe individual’s changes of obtaining ajob interview, increase skill to performeffectively at an interview.Helping to Make aPositive Change(The Drug Support Services)On behalf of the Ballymun LocalDrugs Task Force (BLDTF), the BJC offersa service to people who have orhave had drug or alcohol issues.The service works with clients to developnew directions, priorities and networksaround re-integration strategies.The main supports provided include:Career guidance, Access to trainingand education supports, Prison andcommunity links (pre and post releasesupports), Access to employment andwork experience supports.Education and TrainingIn order to improve the prospects forclients accessing quality, sustainableemployment it is often necessary to increasetheir skills and educational levels.Thus the development of trainingand education programmes is an importantaspect of the work of the BJC.As a result, the BJC has developed andimplemented many training and educationprogrammes.Contact the BJC for information onupcoming training and educational opportunities.Free Services for EmployersThe BJC provides a professional andfree service to employers assisting themin recruitment of staff.The staff liaise with employers for thepurpose of obtaining job orders, identifyingneeds and current employmentopportunities and to assist employerswith the selection of candidates and interviewarrangements.The BJC can supply CVs of suitablecandidates. All candidates arescreened before they are sent to employersfor interview.The last few years have seen dramaticchanges in Ireland’s economicposition. As a result unemployment isagain, a major challenge for the countryand the Ballymun community.The BJC is very well placed to meetthis challenge. In doing so we will continueto develop and work in partnershipwith our staff, the clients,community, employers and our partnersin other agencies and organisations.Registration for the services is voluntaryand open to individuals living inthe Ballymun Whitehall Partnership’scatchment area.If you would like to find out moreabout any of the services outlinedabove call into the BJC in the BallymunTown Centre or phone 866 7000.