White Christmas

Dublin, and the rest of the country, is thankfully set to keep on moving over the coming days thanks to the efforts of all involved in the transport network.

Luas, Dart, Dublin Bus, Irish Rail and Bus Eireann services are all anticipating fully operational services as the snow and ice are set to return to Dublin in the lead up to Christmas.

According to the Evening Herald, Dublin Bus operated 95% of its route during the last bad spell - although a few black spots, such as canal bridges, caused problems. The Luas and DART were largely unaffected, but the condition of all but the main roads is set to pose problems again.

Luckily for the Malahide area, Fingal County Council is following the national strategy of ensuring that motorways, national primary roads, and main public transport networks remain open during the expected forthcoming adverse weather conditions.

People are being advised to only travel if necessary during the snow and ice; to use public transport; and to remember to visit elderly relations and neighbours who may have food and heating requirements.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide Christmas Cards

Christmas Cards featuring images of Malahide, during the recent period of snowfall, are now available to purchase from the Village Book Shop, Townyard Lane, Malahide at €3 each.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Launch Event for ‘Malahide A Community That Cares’

To highlight the issues of depression and suicide in our community, a new parish group has been launched to provide support and information.

There is a launch event this Saturday, 11th December 2010 at 4:30pm in the grounds of St. Sylvester’s Church, Malahide.

There shall be music provided by local choirs and everyone is asked to bring along a nightlight in a jar.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide Lions Club Food Appeal 2010

The Malahide Lions Club 2010 Christmas Food Appeal shall be held from Thursday, 9th December 2010 until Sunday, 12th December 2010.

As in previous years, they are requesting donations of money, which is then used to purchase food hampers.

A very special thank you must go to their many friends without whose very generous assistance their task would be much harder.

The success of the project is due to the generosity of the people of Malahide who, year in year out, are tremendous supporters of the club.

For more information, please visit http://www.malahidelions.com/foodappeal.htm

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Malahide Lions Club

Malahide Lions Club have been able to collect a full complement of every edition of 'Malahide News' - a total of 88 editions over 12 years, 1979 to 1990.

Each edition has been created as a single PDF file for easy browsing.

Just in time for Christmas, and at the low price of €10, this DVD will provide you with plenty of easy reading and nostalgia over the festive season.

Please note that this DVD is for computer use only.

It is on sale from Wednesday, 24th November 2010 in Londis, Yellow Walls Rd; Eurospar, Village Green; and Village Books, Townyard Lane.

For more information, please visit http://www.malahidelions.com/nostalgia.html

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager

Annual Malahide Chamber of Commerce Lunch

The annual Malahide Chamber of Commerce Lunch took place here in the Grand Hotel, Malahide.

Over 100 local business people turned up despite the difficult weather.

After an excellent lunch, the guest speaker, Packie Bonner, former Republic of Ireland soccer goalkeeper, gave a humorous and insightful speech. He spoke about the importance of having a clear vision, communicating it well and then following through. He cited many examples of how this has worked in his life and where he has seen it in many of the well known people he has worked with over the years.

Malahide Chamber of Commerce President and Grand Hotel Director Al Ryan said that these are lessons for us all and that together we need to continue to build a strong Chamber giving out a clear and positive message from Malahide.

Pictured at the lunch are Deirdre Rochford, Vice President Malahide Chamber of Commerce; Packie Bonner; and Al Ryan.

Sarah Ann McGrath - Assistant HR Manager