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Burglars under cover
GARDAÍ have called for vigilance after reports of a growing number of 'confidence tricksters' operating in the Swords area. Criminals posing as charity workers or council officials have been targeting vulnerable homes, gaining access through deception and stealing valuables and cash. Incidents have been on the increase in recent weeks and elderly residents in particular have been urged to be aware of the threats posed.
Sheamus is on top of the world
A FORMER Swords-based worker has made it to the top of the world - literally! Sheamus O'Shaughnessy defeated American hero John Cena to claim the World Wrestling Entertainment ( WWE) title in San Antonio, Texas on a pay-per-view show, beamed across the United States.
Teacher John sorely missed by so many
'WE will miss him sorely for the rest of our lives' - the words that summed up the feelings of hundreds of mourners gathered in Balbriggan last Friday to remember the life of an extraordinary man who was killed in a tragic road accident.
Elderly urged to be vigilant
OLDER residents in Fingal are being urged to take a number of steps to ensure they enjoy a safe and secure Christmas. Kenneth O'Brien from the Swords-based Home Instead Senior Care said it was important that people worked together as a community in order to take particular care to look out for older people and take security measures to help them stay safe.
Budget surplus of € 5m available for emergencies
THE council had spent slightly less than anticipated by the end of November this year and has a surplus in hand to deal with winter emergencies like road gritting or flood alleviation.
New traffic lights and wider exit necessary at junction
. A CALL has gone out to construct new traffic lights at Balrothery Village and the R132, main Balbriggan Road junction following a fatal accident there last week.
Charity to benefit from kids efforts
A BOOK written by creative writing students in Skerries has been launched with the proceeds from the collection of short stories going to Balbriggan charity, Remember Us.
Sheamus is on top of the world
A FORMER Swords-based worker has made it to the top of the world - literally! Sheamus O'Shaughnessy defeated American hero John Cena to claim the World Wrestling Entertainment ( WWE) title in San Antonio, Texas on a pay-per-view show, beamed across the United States.
