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| Folk Singer Peggy Seeger & Fish & Farmers Market Here are a few photographs we meant to bring you some time back but due to the death of Jack Benton, we just didn't get around to it. The first few are of Peggy Seeger during her performance in the Town Hall. A very enjoyable night was had from what we hear and a very pleasant and friendly person to talk to. Also here are photographs of The Fish & Farmers Market which has moved indoors for the winter. Click the thumbnail to see the pictures. 18.11.09 |
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| What's This, Another Tech Photo After the response to the last Tech Photo, it's a wonder we are bringing you another. However, there could be a valid reason for the poor reaction, maybe the un-named pupils weren't from the town. Two photos for you today from the wonderful Benton/Curtis Collection, the second shows our Joe receiving the Captain's Prize from Gerald Gallen. Thanks Joe. Click to see two marvelous photos. 18.11.09 |
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| Peg O'Carroll Surprise 80th Party Peg got the shock of her life when she entered the "Martello Room" of The Bracken Court Hotel on Saturday. She thought she was going for a quiet meal with her family but how wrong was she. A huge crowd was there to share in Peg's celebrations. All her family was there along with extended family and all the Grandchildren. Looking beautiful and fit as a fiddle, Peg looked like she thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the night. We here at B.net wish Peg a belated Happy Birthday. Well done Peg, many more happy birthdays to you. Your family hired our man to go along and get as many pictures and we think he did a great job. Click on the thumbnail to view them. 17.11.09 |
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| Balbriggan Community College The college held and OpenDay/Open Night during the week and our man was employed to take photographs to show the fabulous facilities they have there and something our Tony said to us, a lovely atmosphere whereby the teachers were more like a friend to the pupils than someone in authority. We promised the school we would have more photograph up on the web by the weekend and we always like to keep our promises. We will be adding more photos on Monday. Click on the thumbnail. 15.11.09 Update. All the Community College photos are now here |
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| Quay Street Balbriggan c1960's Here is another great photograph from The Benton/Curtis Collection and it was taken from the Viaduct sometime in the sixties. We are conscious that a lot of you looking at these pictures are new to the town and might not know the location so we have included a more up to date photo taken from the same location. As you can see, Cumisky Coalyard is now a car park. We hope you enjoy these photos. 15.11.09 |
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| Sack Of Balbriggan Funeral Our latest addition is a real gem given to us by Vincent Donnelly. It shows the funeral cortege of Seamus Lawless & Sean Gibbons as it made it's way from the Church to Balscadden. We can only imagine the anger the residents of Balbriggan had towards to the Black & Tans at this time and in this photograph the photographer daren't show any of the faces of those in the cortege. Originally a black and white but we have added some colour to give it a new presentation. This photograph is now available at the usual outlets. Click to enlarge. 13.11.09 |
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| The Tech, About 1968, Are You In This Photo? Win € 20.00 Here is a great photo from The Benton/Curtis Collection. We definitely know one of the girls is but we are not doing so well on the others. So who do you recognise? Please email us. As an incentive, the first person to correctly name all the girls will win € 20.00, that's twenty euro, not two hundred. We had a very poor response to The Bellewstown Photo so if you haven't seen that one yet, please have a look down this page. 13.11.09 Update. We have all the names now. Thanks to Ann Hamilton |
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| 1950's Bridge Street We now believe we have all the names from this photo. Previously we had Brannigan but it's Branagan and it's not the Gunner, but Fred Thompson. The man beside him is The Miler Reid and then its The Glazer, James Carton. The man on the other side of the road is probably Bill Fox and not Peter Keating. The Garda is more than likely Garda Kenny as opposed to The Whistler Boylan. Thanks to everyone who has helped here. If you bought this print in the shops, we will replace it when we reprint it, with the corrections. Click on the thumbnail. 09.11.09 |
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| Dublin Street Photo. We need your help This photograph is intriguing us. The Feast of Corpus Christi is in June, yet it looks cold in this photo with fires lighting and heavy coats on the locals. Leaves on the trees suggests June. Electricity has arrived in the town, so it has to be after 1933. There is a banner over Scanlons, can you suggest what it might say. Are they Corpus Christi flags on the buildings? Click on the thumbnail Update. We have some comments added to this page now |
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| The Dining Hall Loreto Convent How about this for a photograph, it's actually a postcard. We have no idea of the year, maybe 1940's or even earlier. Let us know what you think. Does this photo stir any memories for you? A reminder to everyone, if you have memories of Balbriggan past, or know someone who has, and would be willing to record them for the web, contact us. Back to this photo, click to enlarge. 07.11.09 |
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| The Gaelic League 1948 Here is another "Brown Envelope" photograph and on the reverse side it says, "Bective, 1st August 1948". We only have one name here so if you know any names, please email us. More tomorrow, so don't forget to tune in. 07.11.09 |
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| Dublin Street Photograph Here is a smashing photograph that Austin Grogan dropped into us. Austin would like to know if anyone can put a year to it, we see electricity has arrived in the town, the original cross is on the church. At a guess we believe it's late 1930's or early 1940's but no doubt there is someone out there who can help more accurately. Thanks a million for the photo Austin, this is what's needed to keep the site alive. Click to enlarge. 06.11.09 |
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| Gala Flower Arranging We have been asked to let you know about these two events, Click to view more details. |
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| Mourne Mountains From Balbriggan Here are two great photographs taken by Jimmy Hamilton from his house on the Skerries Road. It's amazing how clear they can been seen although we have just checked on Google Earth that the distance involved is only 40 miles. On this day the view was particularly good and Jimmy had captured it well. The Cooley Mountains are also visible. 06.11.09 |
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| St. John 1988 Here is a photograph that was emailed to us by Shane McAleer. Hi all at bnet have been given this photo from Christy Kiernans of the St.John taken on the 4th of may 1988 in the picture left to right is myself Shane Mc Aleer, Christopher(biffer Kiernans), Shay Woodhead and Norman (golly) Griffin. Thanks Shane, click to enlarge. 06.11.09 |
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| Wow, loads of tributes to Jack flooding in, Click HERE to read them or click HERE to add your comment |
| Listen To Jack Benton talking about the pubs of Balbriggan and about the time Jack Doyle came to town. Click HERE to download the file, will take about 3 or 4 minutes to start. |
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| Jack Benton RIP It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved, Jack Benton. Jack leaves behind a beautiful family, Chris, his wife of 56 years and children, Marian, Pauline & Fergus. Jack will be a huge loss to us all and especially to this web site which he contributed to so often. Jack passed away peacefully, yesterday afternoon after 83 and a half years, the half was very important to him. We extend our sincere condolences to Chris and the family and to Jack's many friends including Joe & Margaret Curtis whom Jack visited every Sunday morning for nearly 40 years. From myself (Tony) I would like to thank Jack for being a small, but significant part of my life and it was a joy to meet him whenever he called to see me or vice versa. Jack, we thank you sincerely for being such a wonderful person whom everybody loved and he never had a bad word to say about anyone. We miss you Jack, God Bless.... Enlarge the thumbnail to see one of the last photos taken of Jack. |
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| Bellewstown 1942 Photo Here is another photo from The Brown Envelope and this time it's Bellewstown during the war. We have some of the names including a young Fintan Walsh, Brian Regan and Tony Dowling. We have put a number on each person so if you can add any names, please let us know. 01.11.09 |
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| 1968 Choir Photo Here is another photograph from "The Brown Envelope" that was dropped into the office some weeks back. This is a great photo, we presume early 1970's and we have most of the names, Geraghty's, Guildea,Casey, Heffernan to name a few. Just guess what we are going to say next.............You guessed, click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 29.10.09 |
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| Bridge Street Then & Now Our man is besotted by this 1950's picture, so much so, he has attempted to recapture the exact scene. He even asked passers by to stand in certain places as per the original. Anyway, after about an hour of refusals, he gave up and just took the photo as was. Within inches, we think he is spot on to the original. Click on the thumbnail and see what you think. 28.10.09 |
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| O'Dwyers GAA Calling all Footballers!! Pre-Season Training is starting on Tuesday 3rd November at 7pm. Meeting at O'Dwyers GAA Club, Hamlet Lane, Balbriggan. All levels welcomed, and new players always welcomed. For more information please contact info@odwyersgaa.com. |
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| Balbriggan Store Picks Up Prestigious Gala Award LOCAL Gala retailer, Orange’s Gala, Balbriggan was awarded the B.E.S.T Food Market under 1,500 sq ft award at this year’s Gala annual conference at the Carton House Hotel in Maynooth. The award-winning store, owned by David Orange, beat off stiff competition from over 200 Gala retailers across Ireland to pick up one of the most prestigious awards of the night. more |
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| 1950's Bridge Street Balbriggan Here is another photograph to add to our collection of vintage Balbriggan. We have recoloured the photograph and given it a modern presentation along with a narrative as to who the people are in the photo. We sincerely thank Jimmy, Jack, Phil and Mr. A for their help with this lovely photo. It's now available in McGovern's Gift Shop, Dublin Street and The Fuji Photo Shop, Railway street. It can also be viewed in the Library for the month of November. Click on the thumbnail to see how it looks framed. 28.10.09 |
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| Memorial Ceili in O'Dwyers Tony McNulty Memorial Ceili in O'Dwyers GAA Clubhouse, Bremore, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin on Friday night 6th November. Music by Cathal McAnulty Ceili Band. Dancing from 9pm. Fear an Ti Joe Condron. Refreshments served. Everyone welcome. 28.10.09 |
| Balbriggan, The Victorian Collection in The Library Our Victorian collection is proving very popular and during the month of November it will be on display upstairs in the Library. Also there, will be "The Way We Were" collection of 1955 Balbriggan. More anon. 27.10.09 |
| 1950's Bridge Street Balbriggan Photo Here is a brilliant photo of Bridge Street Balbriggan c1950. We are working on this photograph and with the help of several people we have lots of the names. Unfortunately, these people, closest the camera, are suffering the effects of a poor lens but we still think we should be able to identify them. We believe that the Gunner Kelly is one of them and a Reid of Fullam Tce is also mentioned but does anyone know who the lady with the pram is? We hope to bring you this photograph in its entirety very shortly with the names. The photograph was taken at the corner of Bridge Street/Clonard Street. Thanks to JH, and Mr A for all their help with this photo. Click to enlarge this section of the photo and maybe suggest names of those in it. 27.10.09 |
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| AIB Bank & John D's This is for those of you abroad. The AIB Bank on the Square have moved into a new building on The Harry Reynolds road near the Passport office. It's a long walk to the new premises which won't suit the elderly. Also here is a photo of the ongoing work at John D's where they have removed all the tiles which were once green and then painted many a different colour over the years. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 27.10.09 |
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| Balbriggan Town Council Annual Awards The Annual Awards took place last Thursday and our man was there to capture the presentations. Awards from the "Best Hanging Basket" to "Sports person of The Year" were presented throughout the evening. An Cathaoirleach, Monica Harford did a great job keeping the night running smoothly. We have created a 5 minute slide show and it's available on YouTube. Our apologies to Cllr. Grainne Maguire, we forgot to include her name in the credits. Click on the thumbnail, we hope you enjoy. 26.10.09 |
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| Michelle Daly To Marry Dermot Murray We received the following email,"Michelle Daly ( Balrothery) and Dermot Murray (Balbriggan) who recently got engaged while on a Mediterranean Cruise." Congratulations guys, when is the BIG day? Pssssssst, we know two great wedding photographers if you're interested but don't tell everyone!!!!!!! Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 23.10.09 |
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| Broadmeadow Repair Latest Here are two great aerial photographs of the work in progress at the Broadmeadow Estuary. The viaduct collapsed several weeks ago and this has had a detrimental effect to Balbriggan people commuting to Dublin. Initially it was thought it could take up to a year to repair but it looks like it will be back in action late November. Thanks to Ian Lawless who email us these photos. Click on the thumbnail to view. 22.10.09 |
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| Balbriggan Photographs The Entire Collection It has been pointed out that we should have one page with all the Balbriggan photographs that are for sale. From the "Victorian Collection", "The Way We Were" and our Modern collection they are now all on the one page. They can also be seen in The Fuji Shop on Railway Street and McGovern's Gift Shop. Click on the thumbnail to see the entire collection. 21.10.09 |
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| Des Creighton 60 Today Two photographs were dropped into the office today and the details are taken from the reverse side of each. The first photo says "Guess who is 60 today, Des Creighton" and then it says "John Donnelly as Mole". The other photo is John Donnelly 41 years ago. As far as we know this is Des Creighton of High street but we cant be sure. Happy birthday Des. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 20.10.09 |
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| Glenn Brogan Marries Bridget Hoare This beautiful couple from Balrothery tied the knot in St. Peter & Paul's Church Balbriggan on Friday. The Celebrant was Fr. Padraig O'Sullivan and the best man was Christopher Nugent and Crystal McGuffin was the chief Bridesmaid. The Gods were certainly looking down of "The Brogans" as the weather was magnificent and this made taking the photographs at Ardgillan Castle a real pleasure. After that it was off to The Newgrane Hotel in Navan. Our Tony was the photographer along with Lynnette McNally and they tell us the couple were a dream to photograph. We here at B.net wish Glen & Bridget much love and happiness and of course good health. Click on the thumbnail to view about 20 photographs. |
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| Eric Campbell's New Video Here's another great video by the very talented Eric Campbell. The Video accompanies a beautiful song "Think" by Electric Avenue and the lead singer is the Fiancé of Eric. Last year Eric produced and sang "Cody Say's" which was recorded on a Balbriggan Beach. Click on the thumbnail to watch this video and leave a message saying you heard about it on B.net. Best of luck Eric & Sharon and Electric Avenue, great song and great video. 13.10.09 |
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Help Required We received the following email,"Could you please explain how I could access the Loreto Convent, Balbriggan 1911 Census? My GrandAunt - Sr. Gerome sir name - Phelan I believe was a nun there and would have been born about the 1850's to 1860's. I have tried the Balbriggan Census but could not see any Phelan. Would the Convent come under some other name? I am doing a family tree at the moment. I have a name and address : Sr M. Gerome, Loretto Convent, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Regards, Marie Nolan". Email us and we'll pass on the information |
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| Christy Geraghty's Balbriggan. Part 3 We apologise for the delay in bringing the next episode of Christy Geraghty's Balbriggan. It was in March that we last heard from Christy. In today's episode Christy looks at several old Balbriggan photographs including High Street, Manchester Avenue (Market Green) and he also talks about the death of a 16 year boy in the Salt Works when he fell into the boiling water. Click on the thumbnail to download this full screen audio visual. Problems viewing AV 12.10.09 |
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| 1956 Girl Guides Today we bring you the other half of the photo that we published on the 2nd of October. We have received several names but we met someone the other day who could name a good few but yet we never received an email from them. So please, if you know any of the names of the girls in this photo, email us. We need two way traffic to keep this site as one of the best community sites in Ireland. We'll bring you the photos but you have to contribute also, so come on, names please everyone. On another note, please sign the Guest Book, even if you've done so already, let us know where you are, who you are and why you visit Balbriggan.net. Also, how can we make this site even better, let us know what you like about the site and what you don't like. Click to enlarge this photo. 11.10.09 |
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| Mill Street View c1903 This famous photograph have been given a major makeover and whole new presentation. It's part of our "Victorian Balbriggan" collection which is almost finished. We think these would make great presents and an ideal Christmas present to send to loved ones abroad, without the frame of course. Call into McGovern's Gift Shop or The Fuji Shop or email us here for more details. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge this photo. 09.10.09 |
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| Pet Competition at Summerfest Here are a few photographs that we totally forgot to put on the web, so apologies to those of you who we told their photo would appear on B.net "in the next day or so". These photos were were taken in July and there are some lovely dogs along with a Guinea Pig. We have some names but if you spot someone you know and we don't have the name, please email us. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy the photos. 08.10.09 |
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| Victorian Balbriggan Collection We have added two more photographs to our collection, this time it's Dublin Street and The Martello Tower. These are well known photographs but this time they have been given a whole new look and presentation. These are some of the earliest photographs taken in Balbriggan c1903. The entire collection is available to view in The Fuji Photo Shop Railway Street and McGovern's Gift Shop. Click on the thumbnail to view. 06.10.09 |
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| Ann McHale's 21st Party This must have been one of the biggest 21st parties we've seen in a long time, so big in fact our man thought it was a wedding when he got there. Anyway, Ann McHale from Balbriggan looked beautiful as she partied away the night at The Glenside Hotel. Some of Ann's relations came all the way over from the states to share in her big night. Ann hired our man to capture some high quality photographs and we bring you a sample few here today. Congratulations Ann, we hope you had a great night. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photographs. 05.10.09 |
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| Community College 1992 Reunion Reunions seem to be very popular at the moment and this weekend saw the class of "92 get together in the Bracken Court Hotel. A committee was formed some months back to organise the event and we got a call to ask us to come along and take a few pic's. A mini shrine was there to remember the 3 who are sadly no longer with us, Joe, Wayne & Mary. We are missing a few names and maybe some of our spellings are suspect so feel free to email any corrections. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 05.10.09 |
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| Darts Exhibition In Balbriggan There was a darts exhibition on in the hotel at the weekend with proceeds going to charity. Some of the biggest names in darts were there including Vincent Van Der Voort along with the "The Voice" 180, Russ Bray. Our Tony went along to get a few snaps of the crowd there. Click on the thumbnail to see who was there. 04.10.09 |
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| 1956 Girl Guides Here is half a photograph that was dropped into the office by an unknown person. We only bring you half the photo as there are over 30 girls in it and in order to try and identify as many as possible, we are bringing you the left side of the photo. All it says on the back is "Corpus Christi 1956" and we have numbered everyone so there is no excuse for people not to email us with names. Whoever dropped in this collection, we sincerely thank you and they are available for collection now. 02.10.09 |
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| Dublin Street c1903 Today, as promised we move further down the street to where the Credit Union is now. Grogran's, Whites and Larkin's are just some of the names we have in this photo. This photo in it's entirety will be available to purchase in McGovern's Gift shop and The Fuji shop Railway Street Wednesday the 7th of October and a preview will be available here tomorrow. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge this section of the photo. Enjoy, and feel free to send us more information. On another point, 500 hits yesterday and no Guest Book entries.......Hellooooooo, anyone out there. 02.10.09 |
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| Dublin Street c1903 1st of October, where has the year gone. Another marvelous photograph from The James Valentine Collection and this time it's of Dublin Street. Actually it was nearly taken from the same spot as the photo below. Again we have zoomed in on the left hand side of the photo with names of the business. On one of the shops the name "Corry" appears but it should have been Coary and the sign maker misspelt the name and it was never changed. Tomorrow we will take a closer look further down the street, my this is exciting......... Soon this photo will be mounted and framed and available to purchase. Click on the thumbnail to see today's photos 01.10.09 |
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| Dublin Street 1930's Here is a smashing photograph that Vincent Donnelly gave us. It was taken from opposite Scanlon's garage and it's probably a Corpus Christi procession to the Church. We have included a close-up of the front people to see if anyone can suggest names. Also include is a photo taken today, big changes since then. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 30.09.09 |
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| Final Close-Up View of 1903 Balbriggan Photo Today we bring you a close up Drogheda Street and in it we have added the names of business down the years from Corcoran's on the hill to McCanns bar on the corner of Mill st. We thank Jack Benton, Jimmy Hamilton and Vincent Donnelly for their help in this manner. We think we can see a Penny-Farthing (arrowed),and the poles are carrying telephone cables as electricity only came to Balbriggan in about 1933. If anyone spots anything else, please let us know. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 30.09.09 |
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| Another View Of 1903 Balbriggan. The other day we looked closely at the left hand side of this photo and today we are looking at the other side of the road. In this section we can see Thomas Carey Solicitors Office, an RIC man amongst others. We also show you how today you can see the Smyco Chimney which doesn't appear in the original. In tomorrows photo we will zoom up Drogheda Street. If you spot anything that we are missing, please let us know. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge.29.09.09 |
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| Labrador Found in Hampton Green This dog was found in Hampton Green this evening around 6pm. He has PETSAFE on his collar which we think is to stop him barking. Telephone 086-8054275. Click to enlarge photo. Max has been reunited with its owner. Another happy ending story. Can we remind all dog owners to make sure their phone number is on the dogs collar. |
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| c1903 Balbriggan Photograph Explored Here is a photograph we have all seen. It was taken in c1903 and is part of The James Valentine Collection of Dundee, Scotland. Besides that, with the help of computers and native Balbrigganers, we have been able to explore and gain more information from this photograph than was hitherto possible. Today, we are zooming in on the left hand part of the photo and comparing it with a photo taken today. This photograph is also available to purchase from McGoverns Gift Shop and The Fuji Photo Shop Railway Street......PLUG, PLUG, PLUG. Click on the thumbnail and start exploring and please email us any information you have about this photo. 28.09.09 |
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| Beach Clean-Up The Irish Seal Sanctuary is organising a beach clean-up of King's strand, Blackrock beach in Balbriggan on the 4th of October and needs volunteers to partake. It would be great if you could mention this on your website and ask people to contact the Sanctuary on 01 8354379 if they would like to join us or for more details. |
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| Night Train Balbriggan And Bridge Street c1905 We have now added 4 more Balbriggan scenes to our photographic collection which is available in the town. The first is a composite photograph showing a train passing over the Viaduct at night. The second shows The Carnegie Library also by moonlight. The next is a photograph taken from the Martello Tower looking back at the Harbour with Skerries in the background. The last is from the James Valentine Collection looking down Bridge Street c1905 and we have given the original presentation a new look. Click on the thumbnail and scroll down to see the entire collection. 26.09.09 |
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| More Names Added We now have most of the names for this Classic Photograph. Click on the thumbnail to see the new names. 26.09.09 |
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| Stephenson's Reunion Night It was such a big occasion that we had to send along two photographers, Jack & Tony. Our guys were there at 8pm but it was nearly 9pm before the crowds started to arrive. Our photographers were instantly recognised and everybody was delighted to have their photograph taken for the web site. There was a great atmosphere with gales of laughter to be heard regularly. Our guys got some lovely photographs and if you see one that you would like, let us know (086-8054 275) and we'll arrange to get it to the Fuji Shop on Railway street where you can pick it up for € 2.00. Jack & Tony would like to thank everybody for their co-operation. Click on the thumbnail to view all the photos. 20.09.09 |
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| Gerry's London Lads Play The Balbriggan "Our Lads" The seed for this match was sowen in April on a facebook conversation between two former Derham Park lads Gerry Guildea and Paul Barlow and bore fruition on Saturday 12th September in the football grounds of the Cock Tavern, Gormanston. I scoured London looking for ex work & football colleagues willing to give up their weekend with their friends and family to cross the water to the land of my fathers.Click on the thumbnail to read Gerry's account in full. |
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| Balbriggan Sunrise For Sale Due to popular demand, several photographs that have appeared on this web site are now available in the shops. The one that seems to be catching everyone's eyes is a Sunrise taken last weekend. The collection is available in numerous sizes up to 16 by 12 Inch from McGovern's Gift Shop and The Fuji Photo Shop Railway Street. We are also accepting on-line orders where we will post the image without the frame. If interested, ring or email us. Click on the thumbnail to see some examples. |
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Melanie Sherwin & Rory McCaffrey Get Married. |
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| Shauna Gallagher & Chris Evers Debs Another Debs, this time our man was sent to Flemington Park to photograph a beautiful couple, Shauna Gallagher and Chris Evers. Tony got some lovely family photos along with some neighbours who dropped in for a drink. Oscar was a bit put out by all the attention Shauna was getting but a few doggie biscuits saw him right. Congratulations Shauna, you looked stunning as did Chris, we hope you had an enjoyable night up in Dundalk. Click on the thumbnail to view all the photos which we hope to add names to over the coming days. 17.09.09 |
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| Balscadden FC Are Looking For A Sponsor. Hi guys just wondering if you could put up on the site that Balscadden FC are looking for sponsors for there teams if anybody is out there willing to sponsor one of the many teams that we have in the NDSL football leagues, It's a cheap way of advertising their businesses around the north county Dublin area and even as far as Drogheda and Maynooth and Leixlip as these are all in the leagues the school boys play in. More |
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Balbriggan Community College Balbriggan Community College wishes to make it known that our school Open Evening for 5th and 6th class pupils and their parents takes place on Thursday the 5th November 09 from 7.30 pm to 9.00pm.Enrolment for 1st year 2010 takes place between 9.00am on Friday the 6th of November and 12 noon on Friday the 27th on November 09 as per our Admissions policy.Further details will be available to primary schools in the catchment area in early October . |
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Stephenson's, Doublecrest, Healthtex Reunion There is a BIG reunion this Friday of workers from the above companies. The reunion will take place in The Milestone this Friday, 18th Sept. at 8pm. It's € 10.00 a ticket and contact any of the following, Helen 8411964, John 8416464, Val 086-0801375, Patrice 086-3700006 or Bernie 8413665. Balbriggan.net will be there on the night to take as many photographs as possible. So come along, it promises to be a great night. See you there. |
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| Patsy & Maureen Rooney 50th Wedding Anniversary This well known and well liked couple, help a bash to end all bashes at The Bracken Court Hotel. Our Jack Benton was invited and wherever Jack goes, he always has his camera and each time he takes a photo he's asked, "when will it be on Balbriggan.net?" That's great to hear and we always oblige. Jack took over 30 photographs on the night. Congratulation Patsy & Maureen from all of us here at B.net. Click on the thumbnail to see who was there and view the style. 14.09.09 |
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| Coffee Morning This Thursday In Aid Of Hospice Would it be possible for you to post an ad letting the people of balbriggan and surrounding areas know that there is a coffee morning on thursday 17th september in aid of st francis hospice Raheny at the Bracken Court Hotel "reception area". it starts at 10.30am and goes on till 7pm.everyone welcome and please bring a friend. enjoy a coffee and a chat! so please support this cause by donating what you can. thanks. 14.09.09 |
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| Another Classic Photo, late 1960's. This photo, along with two others was dropped into the office the other day and to say it's a classic is an understatement. We can just about make out the writing on the back that says "Late 1960's". There is over 30 people in the photo and it looks like it was taken with a professional camera, judging by the quality. We have numbered everybody so please let us know if you spot anyone you know. We have not had one email to the Sailor Fanning School Photo brought to you on the 7th of this month. So please, if you spot anyone you know, please email us the names for this photo and the Sailor Fanning School Photo. Whoever dropped in this photo to the office, its ready for collection now. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy. 12.09.09 |
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| Our Man on Pirate Radio Firstly, we have to say that this has nothing to do with Balbriggan, the only reason it's here is because one of the team was a pirate radio DJ for several years but some locals don't believe it. Our Tony used to broadcast on several radio stations in the '90's, Radio Dublin and the local pirate for Balbriggan, Pulsar 98fm. The Two Tony's Radio Show, as it was called, was a mixture of comedy sketches, banter and jokes and we came across this cd of one of their shows. As we said, what you are about to hear is nothing to do with the town but if your interested in hearing two guys have a really great time and enjoying each others company, click on the thumbnail to download one show of Tony Lynch and Tony Healy from 2001. It will take about a minute to 90 seconds to download and it may look like nothing is happening, so just be aware of that..12.09.09 |
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| Another Dog Found In Town Centre Can you believe it, another dog, female, found rambling around the town. One of the team spotted her this morning in Hampton Green. She was picked up for her own safety and is in good hands but the person who found her is anxious to return it to the owner. If you know who owns this dog, get in touch with us here, 086-8054-275. This is a beautiful little pup. 10.09.09. This dog has been reunited with its owner. Thanks to everyone who helped. |
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| Dog Found at Westbrook on Naul Road. "I found a dog, female at the entrance of westbrook on Naul road Balbriggan, she has no collor or not chiped, she is about 5 months old and like a little fox and dirty white in color, a cross between a westie and a terrier ph. 01-8411167 for information on dog or ph. ashton dog pound on 01-8383236. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 10.09.09 |
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| Balbriggan Golf Club Present Cheque's to AWARE & Hospice. The local golf club presented two worthy causes with cheque's to help with their running costs. Oliver Smith was there on behalf of AWARE and Dee Liannane was there on behalf of St. Francis Hospice Raheny and they both expressed their gratitude to the golf club for their very generous presentation. Great to see that during a recession, charity donations are not the first to be affected. 09.09.09 |
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| Annual Flower Show Balbriggan & District Horticultural Society held their annual flower show in the community college at the weekend. Apparently it was a great day and our man, Jack Benton was there to record the day. Jack isn't available to us at the moment so when don't have any names. Hopefully, we will get the names soon. Click to see about 20 photographs. 09.09.09 |
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| Two Recent Deaths Two deaths have taken place recently, Rose Guildea and William Richardson. We extend out deepest sympathies to both families. 09.09.2009 Here is a photograph of Rose Guildea who died recently in Beaumont Hospital. This photograph was taken last year at her son's wedding and was requested to be placed here by her family who miss her deeply. Rose Guildea RIP. |
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| Fish & Farmers Market Review A review of the operation of the Balbriggan Fish & Farmers Market will be conducted in late September 2009.If you have views/suggestions on the operation of the Market, they should be sent in writing to Brian Murray, Town Clerk, Balbriggan Town Council, Town Hall, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin or email to balbriggantowncouncil@fingalcoco.ie on or before Friday 20th September 2009 |
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| Sailor Fanning School Photo Another gem from the Sailor's collection only this time we don't have a clue what school it is, when it was taken or do we know anyone in it. Hopefully within the next few hours we will have some information. 07.09.09 |
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| Martin Mullen RIP. We have received news of the sudden death of Martin Mullen in France. More details when we receive. 01.09.09. The following is taken from RIP.ie.The death has occurred of Martin MULLEN of Chapel Gate, Balbriggan, Dublin Suddenly, while on holiday in France. Reposing at his home from Monday, September 7. Removal on Wednesday, September 9, to S.S. Peter and Paul Church, Balbriggan, arriving for 10am Funeral Mass, followed by Cremation in Glasnevin Crematorium. Family flowers only, please. Donations in lieu to Beaumont Hospital Foundation. Basket at Church. Date published: Saturday, September 05, 2009 Date of death: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 |
| Aisling Cummins Debs Photographs. Aisling Cummins & John Carney both looked amazing when they posed for photographs by our Tony at Seapoint. Gertie Sheilds hired a professional photographer to make sure she got the best possible photographs of her beautiful Granddaughter. Aisling, who used to go to the Loreto in Balbriggan, then made her way to The Headford Arms Hotel in Kells with John and told us she had a great night. Enjoy the photographs here. 07.09.09 Update, we have been asked to add two photographs of Rebecca & Matthew Shields to Aislings page, so please click again to see two beautiful children. |
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| Balbriggan Racing Pigeon Club Here is a cracking photograph from "The Sailor Fanning Collection" and we know very little about this so we are depending on the B.net surfers to help us out. What year was it? Where was the photo taken. Hopefully we'll have some information very shortly. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge (Can we stop saying this from now on) 04.09.09 Update. We now have most of the names. |
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| Millfield Shopping Centre Balbriggan We have all seen the cranes up beside the Cemetery and we even brought you views from the cranes but here is the official web site. The biggest Tesco Extra in Dublin. Click on the thumbnail to go to their web site. 04.09.09 |
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| Storm Hits Town in 1977 Here is a photograph of the harbour in the 70's when it was hit by a bad storm, so bad in fact that it demolished the harbour wall. The lighthouse became an island and a boat anchored there was in danger of breaking its moorings and being washed up on the beach. The next time you're down by the lighthouse, look for the new section. This photograph is very kindly given to us by Sailor Fanning. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 03.09.09 |
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The Lookalikes Are Back! |
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| New Parent, Baby & Toddler Group in Balbriggan Eva has asked us to let people know that there is a new Parent, Baby & Toddler Group in the town. Its called Cheeky Monkey's and they meet every Saturday at 10am to 12 Midday. They meet at Hyde Park Football Club Hall. For more details click on the the thumbnail. 02.09.09 |
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| Looking For Jessica McEvoy in Twickenham Jessica signed the Guest Book in may this year looking to contact the McEvoy's in Balbriggan. Maxie McEvoy in Balbriggan would like to contact Jessica but we dont have the complete email address. See the Guest Book for more details. |
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| Sam Maguire in Balbriggan 1980's Here is a great photograph courtesy of the Sailor Fanning. It looks like it was taken in the Milestone and we think it was professionally taken judging by the excellent quality. We are unsure of the names so if you recognise anyone, please do let us know. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 01.09.09 |
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| Balbriggan Golf Club "End of Season" The local golf club had their presentations night for the juveniles at the weekend. Clodagh Sullivan did particularly well winning 3 prizes. Well done to everyone. Great to see so many young people taking up sport. Click on the thumbnail to view all the photographs taken. 31.08.09 |
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| Hampton Mills Christmas Party Photo 1974'ish Here is a great photo that Colm Reilly has very kindly sent us. Not only has he sent the photo but he has also sent the names. Click on the thumbnail to view this photo and see who you recognise. 31.08.09 |
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| Death Notice. A death has occurred recently. Please click on the thumbnail to view. |
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| 1937 Football Photograph. Here is another photograph sent to us by Barry Richardson. All we can make out from the scan is the year, 1937. Its too early for Glebe North so we think it could be its forerunner, Smyco FC. We could be totally wrong so we are waiting for clarification. Don't forget, we are always looking for "old" photographs with a Balbriggan connection. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 26.08.09 Update, we now have lots of the names thanks to Mr. A. We are still missing a few, can you help? |
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| Cian McLeod of Balbriggan Two Sporting Fingal Players are set for their furthest away tie to date as they head off To Zambia on an Aid mission! Conan Byrne and John Frost along with Cian Mc Leod and Ernesta Suisaite, from Balbriggan Community College, and Sean Mc Cormack and Aidan Brogan, from St Joeseph's in Rush, form the Zambian Mission 2009, along with school reps Jim Kilgariff, Michelle Condra and Karen Nallon. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 25.08.09 |
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| Jane Kenny. RIP Jane Kenny, recently deceased, formerly of Balrothery. Funeral at Whitehall church at 10am Thursday 27th(August 2009) and burial directly afterwards to SS Peter & Pauls cemetery Balbriggan. |
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| Today, 3 Photographs From The Wavin Book of 1973. We are putting all the wavin Book photos on the one page and today we have added 3 for your enjoyment. Do you have the 1970, 1971, 1974 or later publication of this great book, please contact us on 086-8054 275 or by email, info at balbriggan.net. Guess what,......................Click on the thumbnail. 25.08.09 |
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| Wavin Book of 1973 We asked the other day if anyone had any of the other Wavin books and low and behold, Kevin Reilly from Derham Park arrived at the office last night with the 73 version. It's full of photographs from that year so you're in for a treat over the coming weeks. It's great the way people are willing to share their photographs and as Jimmy Hamilton said to us recently, "no one has the right to deprive us Balbrigganers of great Balbriggan photographs" and as our Jack say's "photos are there to be enjoyed, not to be left in a drawer". We sincerely thank Kevin for going to the trouble of getting these photos to us. Click on the thumbnail to see one photo from the book. 24.08.09 |
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| 1934 Smyco Photo by Barry Richardson. Barry has very kindly sent us two great photographs and today we are bringing you the first of them. We may already have this photo on the site but this is a very good copy. 1934, eleven years before the end of WW 2, its hard to imagine. We have one name so if anyone can help with the others, please do. We have some cracking photographs for you this week, stay tuned. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge photo. 24.08.08 |
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| Wavin Book of 1972 We have brought you photos from this book before but we dont think we brought you this page. Wavin, we believe, used to bring out this publication every December and the only one we have seen is the one from 1972. Do you have any of the other years? If so please contact us. Click on the thumbnail to see page 25 of the 1972 book. 23.08.09 |
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| Patrick Mullen, formely of Bath Road Calling. Here is the email we received from Patrick, Hello Hello Hello.. how is it all going in The Brigg I am writing this email in the hope of getting some support from the homeland, Name is Patrick Mullen formely of Bath Road and I am sure most people who visit this site know myelf or any other member of the family, anyway I am hoping you would be kind enough to put our bands link on the web site. Click on the thumbnail for more. Best of luck lads. 22.08.09 |
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| Eternity Ring Lost In or Around LIDL. Lorna has been onto us to ask people to keep an eye out for an Eternity ring either in LIDL or the car park. She may have lost it elsewhere so if you come across an Eternity ring, please contact us. The thumbnail photo here is not the missing ring. 22.08.09 |
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| 400,000 Hits on B.net Thanks to the several people who emailed us saying that we hit a landmark number of hits this week. We think it happened on Wednesday around 5 pm when we hit 400,000 hits. The web site continues to grow at an incredible rate. Our Jack is commonly told, "That's a brilliant web site you do" and we agree and we have to thank the team along with other contributors like Vincent, Des, Jimmy to name a few. We are working on a few projects at the moment and we are always looking for old photographs. Also, we are starting out interviews again so if your Mam or Dad or someone you know is over 80 and of sound mind, ask them would they like to be interviewed for B.net. |
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| The Hut On The Hill John Kelly of "Kelly's Garage" in Lusk village has written a piece exclusively for B.net. John started in "The Tech" on Clonard street in 1948 and he reminisces about Sean Coady, Mr Keating and Miss O'Donnell. The Tech building is now used by Hugh Burrows embroidery. Click on the thumbnail to read "The Hut on the Hill" by John Kelly. 20.08.09 |
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Balbriggan Community College Class of 1989 Reunion |
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Dale McMahon in California Recovering Well.
For those who don't know who Dale is, she was once married to Anthony McMahon whos father owned a shop on the square. Here is her email. I was hoping you could post this on your Balbriggan.net website. I have included a picture so everyone can see I am recovering slowly but surly thanks to all my friends both here and in Balbriggan! I especially want to thank all those who had masses said for me and had their pray groups also do the same in Balbriggan. I believe that without their prays I would not have come through as great as I have. I still have a long road ahead but I have great support here with my daughters, Pam McMahon, Julia Woodley and the Irish community here in the bay area. It truly is wonderful to feel all the love and concern on both sides of the world!Again a big thank you to my Friends in Balbriggan! Love Dale McMahon. Thanks Dale for the correspondence and we also wish you well. Thanks for the phone call. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. |
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| Puppy Found 10th August. This puppy was found in Walshestown area of Lusk (exit 5 of the M1).He then escaped and was found by a lady in Balbriggan who is now looking after him. If this puppy is yours, email us and we'll give you more details. 20.08.09 |
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| Death Notices & Lost & Found. Here is something that we have been asked to do, many times. Death notices appear in the papers but with more and more people using the web now, we think its a natural progression. Also, Balbriggan people abroad would get to know who has passed away. So please, email us any deaths in the locality and we'll put it on the News page straight away. We'll also contact the parish office and see if they are willing to forward us details. Also, our lost and found is proving very popular, so if you lose your dog or cat or anything, email us or ring us and we get it on the web within a few hours. |
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Balbriggan Scouts This weekend a patrol from Balbriggan Scouts will represent fingal and the north east in the annual phoenix challenge, this year being held in Mount Mellary, Co. Waterford. It is the highlight of the scouting year for the patrol who represent the county for the 4th year in a row as county champions. the patrol have worked tirelessly all summer to perfect their skills in many varied areas. The patrol consists of 11 members who have shown their skills throughout the year in order to qualify. The patrol leader this year is Cillian Smith and his assistant is Robert Kenny, with Ciaran Harford, Brendan Marry, Steven Kenny, John and Éanna Reynolds and Lee Harnett on the base camp while Darragh O' Cuinneagáin heads up the expedition team, with Colm O' Reilly and Niall Mullens who will take to the mountains. The weekend provides the opportunity to compete with the best in Ireland and the chance once again to the patrol to prove themselves to a wider audience. All in the scout group would like to wish them the best of luck.20.08.09 |
| 1938 Balbriggan School Photo. Due to the fact that we were "Off The Air" last week, we are trying to spoil you this week. Today, we have 3 great photos from The Benton/Curtis Collection. The first is a 1938 School Photo with all the names. The next photo is a group photo with Billy Guildea & Sally Richardson, maybe you could let us know who the others are and the final photo is of Loreto Convent. We have brought these before but it was about 4 years ago. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy. 20.08.09 |
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| Bath Road Nicknames Here is a list that was sent into us a few weeks back and because we were so busy we forgot all about it. The person who compiled it wishes to remain nameless, and we respect that. It's a very comprehensive list of nearly 100 names. 19.08.09 |
| 1955 Aerial Photographs of Balbriggan. These classic photographs were taken from a plane as it passed Balbriggan and the series of photos extend from Ardgillan to north of the town but a lot of the photos are just empty fields of little interest. We have brought you some of these before but this time we are "Zooming" in on certain parts. Today's photos shows from about Derham Park to Market Green and as an added bonus we have included a close up of The Train Station and as an added, added, bonus, we have a recent aerial photograph of Hampton Street area. The 1950's photos are courtesy of The Benton/Curtis Collection. 19.08.09 |
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| Balbriggan Guide Dogs Walk The Balbriggan Branch of The Guide Dogs held a sponsored walk the previous Sunday. They walked to Balscadden and presumably back to Balbriggan. We hope Tom will send us in a report on how the walk went. Click on the thumbnail to see Jack's photos.18.08.09 |
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| Farewell to Fr's Barry & Murtagh Here are a few pictures we promised you a few days back. Fr. Barry has has moved to another Parish and Fr. Murtagh has a few weeks before he moves to another Parish. Last week they celebrated Mass together and at the end they were presented a framed photograph that our Tony had taken. Our Jack was there to capture the event and we bring you several of his photos. Unfortunately we don't have names but we hope you enjoy them anyway. 18.08.09 |
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| Night Time Photographs of Balbriggan Here are a few night time photos we took a few days ago. They are mostly of the harbour and one of The Bower. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge to view photos. 07.08.09 |
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| White Pup Found on The Skerries Road. Cathy has emailed us to say she found a large white pup. She says its a pedigree so we are not going to put a photo up so we find the "Real" owner. Update. Pup reunited with its owners. |
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| Balbriggan Man On New An Post Stamps Here is a man we met recently at Sharon & Donal's wedding. We got talking to George Fitzgerald of Hampton Green and during the conversation, he said he was on the new Silver Jubilee Stamps. At first, we thought he was joking but it turns out George was telling the truth. George retired from An Post after 33 years service at Sheriff Street & Cardiff Lane. George, whose resemblance to Sean Connery is remarkable, is married to Marie and they have lived in Balbriggan for the past 8 years. We thank George & Marie and we wish him well in his retirement. Click on the thumbnail to read more.03.08.09 |
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| Duck Derby Winner Here is a photograph we ment to put up a few weeks back. It was during the SummerFest and 3 year old Jamie Brennan from Ballyboughal was was the winner. Great skill, judgement and lots and lots of lady luck brought Jamie € 300.00 as his duck was the first to arrive at the finishing point. Well done Jamie and his proud Dad, James. Click to enlarge photo. 03.08.09 |
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| Live Cookery Demo at Tierney Kitchens Balbriggan. Tierney Kitchens in Balbriggan are having a live cookery demo in their showroom this coming Saturday. Click on the thumbnail for more details. |
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Local Man, Ian Walsh As A "Travel Counsellor" |
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Saturday Morning Parent & Toddler Group. We received the following email, "We are currently in the process of setting up a Saturday morning Parent and Toddler Group in Hyde Park hall, Balbriggan and were hoping that you could put the word out that we are looking for donations of suitable toys and equipment (childrens chairs/tables etc.) also if anyone would be interested in joining the group when it's up and running, please contact Eva @ 0874117282 or by email eva_ocarroll(at)hotmail.com change the "at" for a @ Kind Regards, Eva" |
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| Guest Book Updated The Guest Book has been updated but we are about to suspend it as we are receiving between 20 and 30 spam emails a day coming in through the guest book. We will make a decision soon on what's the best way around this problem. Anyone out there any suggestions? The way things are at the moment means we have to sort out the real entries from the spam. |
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| Sharon Heffernan Marries Donal McGann Thursday 30th July was the BIG day for Sharon Heffernan & Donal McGann when the got married at The City North Hotel. A huge crowd joined in their celebration where Sharon looked stunning and Donal looked stunned. After the service it was straight to Gormanston Castle for photographs by wedding photographer Tony. Its was then back to the hotel for a beautiful meal and dancing went on into the small hours. We at B.net wish the happy couple love, health and happiness for years to come. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photos. 01.08.09 |
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| Local Beauty Salon Wins All Ireland Award. Monica Tolan Health & Beauty Clinic have recently won The Anti Ageing Skincare Salon of The Year Ireland Award in London. Rhona Tolan sent us an email saying "We were recently awarded “Salon of the Year “ in Ireland and we want to shout it out !!". And where better to shout it out than on B.net where the world will hear. Well done girls and continued success to you all. Click on the thumbnail to read more.30.07.09 |
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| Necklace Reunited With It's Owner Before we get any more phone calls, we wish to advise that Ann McCathan collected her mothers necklace from our office this evening. She told us her mother, Tilla Crosby, was very upset that she had lost it and was praying to Saint Anthony for it's safe return. We wonder if our Tony was the said saint on this occasion. Thanks to everyone for the help, it just goes to show the power of the internet. 29.07.09 |
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| Girls Bike Found Near Garda Station We have received an email saying that a girls bike in good condition has been found in Balbriggan near the Garda station. If you think its yours, email us and we'll put you in contact with the finder. 29.07.09 |
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| Could it be Dick & Tilla Crosby or an O'Callaghan? Thanks for the phone calls today, we have two different sets of names for the item below. The first names we received were Dick & ‘Tilla Crosbie, and the other suggestion has gone straight out of our head but maybe a Mylene or something like that. If the lady who rang from work can get back to us. |
| Necklace Found in LIDL, Can You identify The Couple? Okay, everybody, we need your help here. Our Jack was given this necklace that was found in LIDL the other day. Apart from its monetary value, it's sentimental value is priceless and we are anxious that it's returned to its owner. Please click on the thumbnail and see if you can identify the couple. We are going to create a section on the site for Lost and Found so if anybody looses an item or a cat or dog, the first place to look will be B.net. Pet owners, make sure you have a good quality photo of you pet that you can email us if it should go missing. Click on the thumbnail and see if you can identify the couple and if so, call us on 086-8054275. Thanks. 27.07.09. |
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| Teasies Card Club In Balbriggan. The first ever Balbriggan open No limit Texas Holdem Poker Tournament took place last Saturday night in Balbriggan. A strong field played and after 5 hours of play 3 people were left on the last table. Nick Mulhall, John Mooney and Pio Mooney. Eventually as the blinds moved up Pio and John Mooney were left to battle it out. The eventual winner was Pio Mooney and he took the spoils. A great night was had by all. Card playing has been taking place at the venue for the last 7 years in one form or another. New players are welcome and anyone interested should contact John or Kevin. Any Texas Hold'em poker players know that we play every Wednesday night in Balbriggan, Contact number 086-0403200 or Kevin Tolan's mobile number 086-8453573. Click on the thumbnail to see the members and view inside the venue. 25.07.09 |
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| Views of Balbriggan From Crane on Naul Road Tommy Geraghty has sent us in some great photos of the town taken from the crane where the new shopping complex is being built. The best way to see them "Full Screen" so we wont put it on YouTube as we agree with several people who say the quality is terrible and just not worth putting there. Click on the thumbnail and download the slide show. Thanks again Tommy. 25.07.09 |
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| Beautiful Balbriggan Garden--Can you do better? Here is a really beautiful garden in the town, it belongs to Mr & Mrs Caffrey and its a credit to them both although Mr Caffrey tells us most of the credit should go to herself. If you think you have a nice garden and want it shown to the world, contact our Tony and he'll photograph it. For today's photo, we have also done a painting thanks to our technical department. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy both. 25.07.09 |
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| Balbriggan Scouts Trip To England Today, will mark the start of the Balbriggan Scouts returning to their roots. 34 from the local scout troop will head off to Gilwell Park in chingford, England the home of the scouting movement. They will be joined by three other groups from around Dublin as part of their contingent, they are Merchant's Quay, Balally and Johnstown. While on camp they will stay in gilwell with a host of groups from around the world as far away as australia and the USA not to mention a host of groups from all around Europe. During the week they will be taking part in a wide range of activities from air rifle shooting to rock climbing and absailing to high ropes to raft building. Along their travels they will be visiting Arsenal football club, the London Dungeons, Thorpe Park as well as the HMS Belfast. A great week is planned as the scout group in their 80th year re-trace their footsteps and back to their roots. the group wish to scouts and their leaders a great week and that the Gilwell experience is a magical one as it always is. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge photo.24.07.09 |
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| 1000's of Rooks Roosting in Balbriggan One of the team was working last night photographing a new B&B in the town when literally thousands of Rooks descended on the buildings and electric wires. It was an incredible sight and it actually looked like a scene from Hitchcock's, The Birds. Harry Tuite was telling us it happens every night there. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 22.07.09 |
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| Oh Balbriggan. Song written by Frank Carson As you all know, Frank Carson officially opened the SummerFest this year and during the ceremony, he sang a song that he wrote many years ago. Frank lived here for many years in the '80's and was even the Lord Mayor for a year. Last week we promised we'd bring you the words of the song. Also, there is another song about The Balbriggan Cycling Club from 1891 which we brought you some years back and we've put both songs on the one page. Click on the thumbnail to view both. 20.07.09 |
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| Summer Fest Winning Photo. Ben Keady of Balrothery won first prize in the photo competition this year. The photo captured a great moment of a young child flyng a kite on Balbriggan beach with not a care in the world, just happy flying a kite. Well done Ben, great photo. Click on the thumbnail to enlarege. 20.07.09 |
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| SummerFest Sand castle Competition As part of the SummerFest this year, a sand castle competition took place on the beach, funnily enough. There was a great turnout with sand castles to be seen from Seabanks to the harbour. Our Jack and Tony were on duty for B.net and today we bring you as many of the photos as we can. Feel free to print off any of the photos you require. Where possible, we have included names. Click on the thumbnail to view photos and enjoy. Well done to all who took part. 19.07.09 |
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| Summer Fest Winner of Photo comp: 1st Ben Keady, 56 Balruddery Wood, Balrothery 2nd Dean Murray, 70 Derham Park, Balbriggan 3rd Jose Perez, 73 Castle Mill, Balbriggan 4th Bianca Hegedes, 65 Tara Cove, Balbriggan. Congratulations - All winners will be contacted regarding their prizes by a member of the committee shortly. Well done to everyone who entered! |
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Yorkshire Terrier Found We found this lovely dog wandering up and down and crossing Hampton Street. He was nearly hit several times so we have him safely here. Click on the photo to enlarge. Update. Dog reunited with its owner. Thanks |
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| Summer Fest-Balbriggan's Got Talent After the long day of auditions in June, our 12 excited finalists and their supporting families & friends were looking forward to the Balbriggan’s Got Talent final – and we knew the final was going to be very special when tickets sold out within 24 hours! So it looked like the whole town was excited about it too! Spare tickets were harder to come by than a suntan in Ireland but only a lucky 250 people managed to get some. Due to the huge demand, our fantastic sound engineer, Jason Fallon.....more |
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| Bucking Bronco & Summerfest Photos Did anyone video the Bucking Bronco on the 4th of July in The Harvest, we have someone looking for same. Also, we have lots of Sandcastle and Pet photos to bring you that we took during the summer Fest and we'll bring them to you as soon as possible. |
| Fish & Farmers Market New Times The market will now open at 9am and close at 2pm |
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| SummerFest Opening. Photo Slide Show Now Available Well, the Summerfest finally got underway last evening at around 7pm. Under threatening clouds and a slight drizzle the parade went from the car park to the centre of the town. Former resident of the town, Frank Carson was a special guest and not only did he tell some great jokes, he also sang a song that he wrote several years ago called "OH BALBRIGGAN" and we'll bring you the words later today. Balbriggan Town Council has commissioned a "Full Screen Slide Show" of last night so if Jack or Tony took your photo it is in the slide show, all you have to do is download it now and every photo will fill your screen. We'll also put it on low quality YouTube. Click on the thumbnail to start downloading. | |
Missing kitten Hampton Green Area. His name is Solo, he is only 3 mnths old so is still fairly small. Ginger in colour, with a white belly and one white outside paw. He is wearing a plane black belt-like flea collar and was last seen outside his own home in Hampton Green 3 days ago. He is not used to venturing far from the house, so may not be sure of the way back. I know kittens have a habit of ending up curled up in the strangest of places, so would ask the nearby residents (of Hampton Green especially) to keep a look out for him. Please call 085 8177881 with any information. Kind regards, Emer. |
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| Looking for Photos of Past Lady Captains. One of the team is working on a project for the local club and he is looking for 4 photos of past captains. The names are Mrs. McCann, Mrs Bissett, Mrs Corcoran and Mrs Russell. These ladies were captains in the late 1940's and early 1950's. If anyone can help us here, please contact as soon as you can. |
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| Watch Found On Front Beach We received the following email, "hi all, my husband found a gents watch on balbriggan front beach early last week ,its a very good watch and im sure the owner would like to have it back, i wont give you any details but if you could mention it on the web site". We wont put the contact details up but if you lost a good watch in Balbriggan recently, email us and we'll put you in contact with the finder. 06.07.09 |
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| Cumisky Coal Importers Truck Photo Here is a great photo, on display in Cumisky Auctioneers, and we photographed it with Johns permission. It's probably the 1940's, we hope to talk to Hugh about the photo and get the name of the driver etc. Maybe we should wait till we speak to him but we're an impatient lot here at B.net. Click to enlarge the photo. 06.07.09 |
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| First Players on New Golf Course Martin & Padraig Tully and Peter Slevin have the distinction of been the first to play on the new championship golf course at Balbriggan. We have also included some photos of the new course. Click on the thumbnail to view. 06.07.09 |
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| Sum Of Money Found In Balbriggan We received an email yesterday (Sunday 5th July) from a very honest person who wishes to remain nameless. They say they found the money outside Xtra Vision and " It's a very specific 'find' so only the true owner will know the details!" If you lost money and think this could be yours, please email us and we'll put you in contact with the finder. Well done again to the finder, it's so easy to say nothing and keep the money but the person who lost it could badly need it. Lets hope we find the person who lost it. |
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| Balbriggan Photos by The Late Fr. Michael Hassett Mark McInerney has very kindly given us a photo album belonging to Fr. Michael Hassett which has numerous photos of the Breakaway Festivals in the mid 1980's. The photos we are bringing you today show some events like The DucK Derby and the Blessing Of The Boats and see a young Ray Burke, Sonny Knowles etc as they viewed the Breakaway Festival Parade. Also included are some photos of The Brass & Reed Band at the opening of the car park in 1985. Sincere thanks to Mark McInerney for the photos. Click on the thumbnail to view. |
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| Balrothery N.S. Green Flag A proud Balrothery N.S. stood to attention as they raised their third Green Flag for their remarkable efforts to conserve water. A little rain, appropriately fell, but it didn’t dampen their spirits as their achievements were noted and congratulated by Trevor Sargent, Dr. James Reilly and Cllr. Tom O’Leary. The children’s efforts and enthusiasm were the foundation for this flag. They researched various aspects of water, including legends, sea creatures, historical sea bottles and water properties as well as conducted experiments on water, to educate both staff and pupils. Click on thumbnail for more. |
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| St. Georges School Celebrates 150 Years This school has recently moved from Hampton Street to the Naul road and last Saturday they held a birthday party in glorious sunshine. B.net was invited along to get some photos and we bring them to you this morning. Click on the thumbnail to view. Happy birthday guys. 03.07.09 |
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| Art Exhibition In Ardgillan to Support Down Syndrome Ireland Margaret Monaghan of Balscadden held her first art exhibition in Ardgillan Castle last August and this year she is co-hosting it with Karen Anne Whyte from Stamullen. It runs from 2nd to 15th July and the official opening is at 1:30 pm on Saturday 4th July. Mairead McGuinness is opening it. 20% of the proceeds go to Down Syndrome Ireland. 03.07.09 |
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| Tesco Reopens After Revamp We received this email from Brian McGonigle, "This morning, 30th June 2009. Tesco in the Balbriggan Shopping Centre re-opened after a short revamp.The Manager Brian asked two local ladies, regular morning customers at the store, to officially cut the ribbon at 9 am.The ladies were Monica Marry and her friend Gaye Kavanagh. Monica's daughter Joan, my wife, went along and took some photos of the ceremony. You may like to display the photos and story in Balbriggan.net as an item of local news. I am quite sure the ladies would be delighted. Best Regards, Brian McGonigle." Thanks for the photos Brian.Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 03.07.09 |
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| B.net Visitor Numbers for the week. A quiet week for the site with only 3204 visits to the news page this week. Must be the good weather keeping people from their computers. On saturday we had 213 people downloading the Farmers Market Slide show. The YouTube version of the slide show is not a patch on the download version, so if you've only seen it on YouTube, click HERE to download the high quality full screen version. Thanks to those to emailed us and rang us to congratulate our Jack & Tony for really capturing the atmosphere of the day. Lots to come on the site over the coming days that we'll try get to in between work. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and see what are the popular pages on B.net. 28.06.09 |
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RESULTS OF BALBRIGGAN'S GOT TALENT!
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| Local Artists Display Their Work. They are known as The Scumblers Group and recently they exhibited their paintings in Skerries Mills. Our Tony was working for The Fingal Independent that evening and yesterday, Joyce McKeown reminded him that the paintings hadn't gone up on B.net. Our apologies Joyce, we have now rectified this. Click on the thumbnail to see The Scumblers. 27.06.09 |
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| Balbriggan Fish & Farmers Market Photographs As promised earlier on today, we are now bringing you a 4 minute slide show which was commissioned by Balbriggan Town Council. We hope it gets across how successful the first Market proved to be. From what we hear, vendors could have sold twice as much if they known how popular the day was going to be and the great weather contributed greatly to create a carnival atmosphere. We are also going to put this slide show on YouTube which is something we have not wanted to do as any we have seen there are terrible, due to the size and quality. We will give it a go and see how it turns out. By the way, the piano music you will hear in the slide show is played by our Jack Benton. Click on the thumbnail to download and play the slide show. Don't forget to use the space bar to pause, and the arrow keys to go back or forward. We hope you enjoy it. To see the slide show on YouTube, click HERE make sure you click the HD button |
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Get Fit this Summer Play Tag Rugby
Tag Rugby is the fastest growing sport in the country. Balbriggan Rugby Club are holding tag sessions each Thursday night at 7.30pm in their grounds in Balrothery. No experience necessary, so if you want to get some exercise, meet some people and have some fun just come along. |
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| Fish & Farmers Market Sells out within an Hour. We have some great photos to show you later today taken by Jack & Tony. Give us a few hours and we'll bring you the photos. |
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| Summer Fest Photo Competition, €100 for Winning Photo. "Places in Balbriggan" is the subject and entries have to be in by the 6th of July. Drop your best Balbriggan Photo into "Dave's" Shop on the square. Include your name, address and phone number on the back of your entry. Our Tony will be judging this competition and the winning photo will be displayed here on B.net. Photos cannot be returned. |
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'ENNIS'S CLASS OF 1989 REUNION' WEEKEND
O'Sheas of Balbriggan are glad to announce'ENNIS'S CLASS OF 1989 REUNION' WEEKEND. O'Sheas are bringing back the Old Ennis's for the weekend of 9th-12th July to celebrate the brake away festival. (more info to follow, and gig lineup) But we need your help!!!O'Sheas are looking for any photographs of ENNIS'S (the harbour), have you any? inside, outside and people having fun etc..we're even looking for old newspaper clippings.. remember 'FREE THE ENNIS'S 17' - on the front cover of the Sunday World Newspaper? If you have any old photos at all, can you please send them to tony at Balbriggan.net or to Nadia Power at nadiapower at Gmail.com ( change the "at" to @) |
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| Balbriggan SummerFest Official Launch The SummerFest was officially launched in The Bracken Court Hotel on the 18th June. Cathaoirleach, Monica Harford, Michael Kennedy TD and others were there to witness the occasion. Click on the thumbnail to see the hard working committee and others. 24.06.09 |
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Early 1900's Colgans of The Naul Photograph.
We received this email from Peter O'Kelly "Here is a photo from the Naul. I was told by my mother Bridget Colgan that her Grandfather, Bernard Colgan is centre row, third from left, hands in waistcoat. He was married to Anne Corbally. I dont know the context of the picture, a club, a society, an association.If anyone has a clue I would be grateful. Colgans were/are very prominent in the Naul & Hynestown. They owned the Post Office before Seamus Ennis. I like the picture on your site with a Willie Macken outside the Post office,(Here) I would appreciate a copy of this if possible. Would love to see other old photos of the Naul, pls advise where." Thanks Peter for the photo, lets see if we get any info and we'll pass it on. Click on the thumbnail to see two photos from peter. 24.06.09 |
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| Jellyfish Warning Gareth Cannon has emailed us to warn everybody of the dangers of a Jellyfish sting. Gareth took this photo yesterday at Black Rock Beach. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and view. Thanks Gareth. 24.06.09 |
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Balbriggan Garden Competition |
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Late Night Soccer in Balbriggan for 83c per week
We received the following email from Garrett Mullan and we think it's a great idea, "You may know a young person, who is likely to be bored this Summer. The FAI run a programme designed to give young people an alternative to the street. For your information, FAI Development Officer Paul Keogh is hosting Late Night Soccer for 6 weeks from Friday 3rd July 7pm- 10pm at Glebe North FC. All for a Fiver / 83c per week!!! There is also late night soccer at the Skerries Community Hall as well. For more details, email paul.keogh"at"fai.ie (Change the "at" to @) |
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Irish Guide Dogs/Balbriggan Sponsored Walk |
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Harford elected Cathaoirleach at Balbriggan Town Council Annual Meeting |
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Traditional Irish Music in The Central Every Monday. |
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| John Mooney hits 17 Runs against Bangladesh. Our Joe has told us that "Ireland have just beaten Bangladesh to qualify for the Super 8 finals at the Twenty 20 World Cup and included in the Ireland team was John Mooney from Balrothery. John played very well hitting 17 runs from just 14 balls and remained not out at the end. Ireland play New Zealand in the next part of the competition" Well done to John and congratulations to his mother Frances, we are sure she is very proud. Click on the thumbnail to see two great photos of John by Joe Curtis. 08.06.09 |
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| Steam Train Passed Through Balbriggan on Sunday. It sped through Balbriggan about 11:20am having left Malahide about 20 minutes earlier. Our Jack & Joe got it as it passed over the Delvin Bridge. Did anyone get it going through the town? Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 08.06.09 |
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Balscadden Tractor Run |
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| Balbriggan.net New Logo/Masthead We felt that it was time for a new graphic on the top of the page. For nearly 6 years now we have used the Lighthouse with its beam of light but now we have decided to show various scenes of Balbriggan to show what a beautiful town it is, especially when the sun shines. We hope you like it. 05.06.09 |
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| Looking for Whytes in Balbriggan Here is an email we received recently " Hi Tony and the Crew My name's Pete Feehan and my Grandfather was.... wait for it........Devereux Whyte. I have two young son's and have been looking at some family history so that, when they start asking, I might be able to give them some answers! With a name like Feehan, .............more |
| Looking for Information About Michael Heeney. We have had an email from Joyce Heeney in the states and she is looking for information about her Great Uncle. She is also trying to identify which is Michael Heeney in the photo that Sean Farrell names in his naration Here Here is here email. "The Michael Heeney mentioned is my Great Uncle, my Great Grandfather (Thomas Heeney's) brother. I've been trying to learn about my ancestors for many years. Mostly because my Grandfather came to the US with his brother as a child, after his mother passed away". Click on the thumbnail to read more. 05.06.09 |
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Coláiste Ghlór na Mara announces patronage |
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Balbriggan Youth Service Art Project in Pinewood Estate |
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Tony Corcoran's 40th Party |
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Book of Solidarity in Balbriggan Town Hall |
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| St. Georges School Birthday St george's School is 150 years old this year. The pupils will be doing a project on the history of the school and are looking for any pictures people may have from days gone by or stories of their time in the school. If you can help please contact the school on stgeorges.ias@eircom.net or call into the new school on the Naul Road. |
Ben Marry & Michaela Grant One of the team was flagged down while driving the other day and this photograph was handed over with the request, "Can you put this on Balbriggan.net?" to which we replied, "Feck off". Only joking, we said we were only too happy to do so. The picture is of Community College students, Ben Marry who was awarded "1st Year student of the Year" and Michaela Grant who won "2nd Year Student of The Year", Well done guys. Click on the thumbnail to see the proud students. 27.05.09 |
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Balbriggan Historical Society Talk 26th May. |
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| Balbriggan Scouts 80th Birthday. Eddie Darcy dropped into us the other day to help with the names we were missing. So click on the thumbnail to see who won the awards. 24.05.09 |
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| Recent Photos of Balbriggan Again, this is aimed at those Briggers abroad, we just want to let you know the town is looking great. especially when the sun shines. Our man was out during the week and he took these especially for you lot. Click on the thumbnail, we hope you enjoy. 24.05.09 |
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| 1950's Chapel Street & Group photo on Beach For those of you abroad, it's a beautiful morning here in Balbriggan, blue sky and not a cloud. Anyway, two photographs for you today from The John Evans Collection. The first is a great photo, taken from Reynolds shop, upstairs (Beside Milestone Pub) and the view is right up Chapel Street. The pub on the corner is now The Harvest. The second photo is a group of people, we think its Ernie Evans in the middle, but who are the others and was it taken in Balbriggan? Click on the thumbnail to see. 24.05.09 |
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| Community Games Photos from the Late 70's Teddy & Patricia Guildea have very kindly sent us some photographs of the Community games in the late '70's which took place at Bath's road. The quality of the photographs is great as Teddy bought the photographs from a professional photographer. We have most of the names but if you spot anyone who we didn't know, feel free to contact us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 19.05.09 |
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| Balbriggan Town Council Statutory Meeting The Town Council had their final meeting last week and 4 Councillors announced that they would not be contesting the next election, May McKeon, although she is standing for the Fingal County Council elections, Ned Pyne, Kathleen Hammond and Gertie Shields. It was an emotional time for them because friendships do form even though there was heated debates throughout the term. Click on the thumbnail to see photos of the night. 19.05.09 |
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| Grainne Kilmurry Looking For Your No.1 Vote My name is Gráinne Kilmurry and I have been a resident of Balbriggan all my life, originally growing up in Fancourt Heights and residing in Baronshall since 2005.I have worked in healthcare for 17 years while also completing a BSc in Healthservices Management and BA in Law. Now more than ever we need determined, passionate people in politics. We need people who will listen to and represent the views of their community and I feel I am that candidate. Click on the thumbnail for more |
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| Balbriggan Summer Fest Looking For Volunteers The Festival is on 10th to the 12th of July and volunteers are needed to ensure that everything runs smoothly. We will have more details about the Festival as it gets nearer the time. If you feel you would like to help, text Rhona a short message and she'll get back to you. The number to text is 0863019852 18.05.09 |
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| Balbriggan Scouts Celebrate 80 Years Last Sunday, the 10th May 2009, saw a huge celebration for Balbriggan Scouts. It started off at the Scouts Den on Market Green with a procession to the Church where a large crowd had gathered for the Mass. Among the celebrants were Fr.Niall Mackey, formerly a priest in the town. After the Mass the procession made it's way down Dublin Street to the Square and then everybody was invited into the hotel. Eddie Darcy invited B.net along to cover the event and our senior photographers were there, Jack Benton & Tony Healy. We have some of the names to go with the pictures at the present and we hope to have the other names in the coming days. Click on the thumbnail to see about 40 photos and from there you can go on a view another 200 or so. Congratulations to Eddie and his team for a great day. 17.05.09 |
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| Recent Balbriggan Photos Here are a few shots we took over the past month down at the Harbour. It really is a beautiful place when the weather is fine. Our man was telling us that he cycled through Balbriggan in the early 80's and that he wasn't impressed by the town and it was only years later that he was dating a local girl that discovered the Harbour. We are so blessed to have such an amenity. We have seen friends absolutely gob smacked by the views of the Beach, Harbour, Viaduct, Martello Tower and the Mourne Mountains. Click on the thumbnail and enjoy. 16.05.09 |
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| 1940's Photograph Here is a photograph taken down at the harbour in the 1940's. It shows the local priest at the time, Fr. Flanaghan and also a Mr Carey and Brother Willaball (German) who went on to become a priest and eventually a chaplin to the president of the US. We think it's a great photo and it's great to know who the people are. The person who donated this photo wishes to remail anonymous. 15.05.09 |
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| Two Great 1980's Photos Plus Evelyn Geraghty & Paddy McEvoy We don't know what to say here except to give you some of the names, Rico Orange, Bilco Martin Guildea, Derms McAleere, PJ Bissette, Mikes McInerney, Lugs Brannigan, Bounce, Tony Purcell, John Kearns and Middler Cannon. Thanks Bounce for the photos. Evelyn Geraghty is 80 and recovering from a broken Leg. Paddy McEvoy is also featured and he is 90 now. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 15.05.09 |
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| Balbriggan Rugby Club Dinner Dance The local Rugby Club held their annual Dinner Dance in the Bracken Court Hotel last Friday. Our man was invited along to capture the fashion of the night along with the various presentations made to players. Click on the thumbnail to see about 20 photos. 15.05.09 |
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| Message From Dick Burke. Dick has been in touch with us to clarify the names of the photo below. "The missing 3 names were Martin Clinton, Declan Reynolds and Anthony Cluskey. I'd like to say hello to all the lads who were a great bunch to be with. We are sorry the David Richardson is no longer with us. Can I ask that as many as possible support the Community Games this Sunday at 1.30pm in O'Dwyers. Many thanks Dick & Oliver" All the names are now under the photo. 12.05.09 |
| Dick Burke with Football Team Again, the person who gave us this photo wishes to remain anonymous. It looks like an 1980's photo and we can see Dick Burke but apart from that we have no idea who make up the team, probably O'Dwyers GAA. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 11.05.09 Update, We now have all the names but maybe one or two are wrong. Some people are naming left to right, others are going right to left and some are going left to right on one row and right to left on the next row. Give us a fighting chance and everybody go left to right. Thanks |
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| Off to Denmark That's what the caption says on the back of this photo which was dropped into the office at the weekend along with a few other great shots. We can name one or two but if you can name any and maybe let us know and why they were going to Denmark. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo and see who you recognise. 11.05.09 |
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| 1960's Photos of Geraghty's and Guests. Here are some photographs that were very kindly dropped into us the other day by The Bounce McEvoy. The first photo was taken at The Glebe North Dance in The Grand Hotel in 1965 and the photographer was Barry Mason. The second photo was also taken by Barry at the Smyco Party in 1961 in The Holmpatrick Hotel in Skerries and shows Evie & Evelyn Guest. Click on the thumbnail to see both photos. 07.05.09 |
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| Ian Lawless Launches His Campaign For Town Council Ian is very well known for his involvement with Balbriggan Rugby Club but now he has decided to put himself forward in The Town Council Elections. When asked why he was running he said " The reason I have decided to stand for election is the despair I feel when I see how the town has developed with huge numbers of high density housing estates and a complete lack of amenities......" Ian has a web site and we encourage you to see what Ian is hoping to achieve if elected. Click on the thumbnail to go to Ian's web site. Best of luck Ian. 07.05.09 |
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| May McKeon & Grainne Maguire Launch Their Campaign Mother and Daughter, May & Grainne launched their respective campaigns on Monday night in their campaign office on Quay Street. It was then on to the Bracken Court Hotel to hear both candidates on what they hope to achieve if elected. May is hoping to maintain her seat in Fingal County Council and Grainne is hoping to take a seat on Balbriggan Town Council, we wish them well. Balbriggan.net in no way endorses any candidate in the upcoming election and the web site is open to everyone contesting a seat on Balbriggan Town Council. Click on the thumbnail to see some photos. 07.05.09 |
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Murphy Concrete Manufacturing Ltd is now selling decorative stone! |
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80 years celebrating Scouting in Balbriggan |
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| Another Jimmy Hamilton Photo This time is a man called John Hammond, he was in a previous photo but this time he is standing at Sea Banks and it's interesting to see what's behind John and the two men to the left of him. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. More from Jimmy in the coming days. 07.05.09 |
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Balbriggan FC Big Match Balbriggan FC will play Phoenix FC, in the Leinster Senior League Division 3A Saturday Cup Final, Which will be held in Dublin Bus's Ground in Inchicore on Saturday 9th of May 2009 KO 3.00pm. We would appreciate all the support we can get so for anyone interested we will be running a Bus from the Clubhouse at the Martello Tower on Sat which will leave at 1.15pm. Seats will cost 10 euro and will need to be booked in advance. Spaces will be limited so please book early. If interested please contact Richie Finnegan 0863249562. 05.05.09 |
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| Caroline Morgan with Baby Jobe One of the team was working for the Fingal Independent recently and he got a lovely picture of local girl, Caroline Morgan with her baby, Jobe. Caroline now lives in Birmingham with her husband James Elliott and she was home recently to have her beautiful baby baptised. Her father, Noel, has asked that we put this photo on the web which we are only to delighted to do. Thanks Caroline & James for allowing us take your photo. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge.04.05.09 |
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| Timmy & Breedeen O'Callaghan We received an email from Timmy O'Callaghan the other day with several great photos. They include photos with Steve Staunton and Derek Davis and a great 60's photo of themselves outside Clerys in O'Connell Street. Thanks Timmy for taking the time to get the photos to us, it's what keep the web site going and helps to keep it one of the best web sites in Ireland. If you have photos with a Balbriggan connection, please contact us at info at balbriggan.net. 03.05.09 |
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| Another Great Scout Photograph Here, thanks again to Jimmy Hamilton is a photograph taken at the back of Market House (Rachel's Furniture) in the early 1950's. Jimmy has supplied all the names so have a look and see if you're in it or your father's in it. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 02.05.09 |
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| Joe Yates RIP With great regret we announce the death of Joe Yates. Originally an RSM at Gormanston. A member of The Balbriggan Brass & Reed Band for many a year and well known around the town. A well liked character round the town, he will be sadly missed. We at B.net extend our sympathy to his family. Funeral after 10am mass tomorrow Saturday 2nd May. |
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| Local Cllr. Meets "The Dragons" May McKeon was at the City North Hotel last week for the launch of The Bellewstown Races and also a celebration night for Seamus Murphy after his horse won the Scottish Grand National. Don't forget, if you have a photo with someone famous, send it into us and we'll publish it. Click on the thumbnail to see May and the Dragons. Pic Shane Cowley. 01.05.09 |
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| Sack of Balbriggan Newspaper Cutting Two items for you today, the first is a close up of some of the crowd during a speech by Eamon De Valera in Balbriggan. We think we can see Lily Canning among others. If you recognise anyone, please let us know. The second item we have, is taken from a scrap book compiled by Michael J Heeney from 1912 to 1950's that was about to be dumped but rescued by Martin Hughes. It relates to the Sack of Balbriggan and the subsequent trial that took place. The cuttings are very small so we have enlarged them to make it easier to read. Click on the thumbnail to view. 01.05.09 |
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| Eamon De Valera in Balbriggan Late 1940's Here is a great photo emailed to us yesterday. We think we already brought you this photo some years back but it's a great photo worth a repeat. It's just after WW2 and Dev was probably on the election trail. Something strange in the photo is that there are several men in the right hand side of the photo with their backs to Dev, we wonder why. We received 2 photos taken on the same day and the other shows the huge crowd on the square and we'll bring you that very shortly. Thanks to the person who sent it in. 01.05.09 |
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| Classic 1950's Photo Jimmy Hamilton dropped into the office today with a great collection of 1950's photos. Today's photo was taken at the Capstan beside the Lighthouse. It was taken in the early '50's on a Sunday. You can always tell it was a Sunday when the lads are wearing their suits. Jimmy has supplied all the names. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge this photo and also be prepared for some more classic "Jimmy Hamilton" photos in the coming days. 30.04.09 |
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| Sporting Fingal & Niall Quinn. Sunderland FC's Niall Quinn was in Balbriggan yesterday to officially launch the Sporting Fingal Community Trust. A huge crowd turned out at Balbriggan Community College to see this Irish Footballing legend. All the public representatives were there and Niall was very obliging in relation to photographs. Our man was there on behalf of FCC and today we bring you his photos. As usual, click on the thumbnail to view them. |
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| Darts Exhibition in Balbriggan with World Champions Another great night in Balbriggan covered by B.net. Terry Jenkins and Andy Hamilton along with Mick "The Magnet" Mc Gowan were in The Bracken Court Hotel last weekend to give lessons on how darts should be played. Local lads like Jim Cunningham gave them a run for their money in a fun packed night. Also making an appearance was another "Elvis" alias Ciaran Houlihan from Lusk who was fantastic and a total gentleman to talk to. Our man, Tony, was sent along to capture the night after been asked to by Barry Gosson & Dave Harper. Click on the thumbnail to see photos of the night. 28.04.09 |
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| Linda Moore's 50th Party Linda Moore from Craoibhin Park celebrated her birthday with a huge party of over 150 people in the hotel last Saturday night. It was a great night with family and friends and Linda looked like she was really having a ball. Neighbour Joe Corcoran brought the house down with his "ELVIS" impersonation, performing 4 of Elvis's best loved songs. We have over 60 photos for you today and over the coming days we will be adding names.Click on the thumbnail and see what a great night it was. Happy birthday Linda from us here at B.net. 27.04.09 |
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| Helen Costello and Family Photo Names. Click on the thumbnail to see the names. |
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| "Man Alive" Audience Photographs Here are some photographs that we promised we'd bring you the other day. Balbriggan Dramatic Society staged a play last week in the hotel and it went down very well with the crowds. Our man was there on the final night and took some photos od the audience and that's what we're bringing you here. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 23.04.09 |
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| Helen Costello Celebrates her 70th Here are some wonderful pictures that were taken at the weekend in Balrothery Inn. Helen Costello celebrated her 70th birthday with her family. Our man was hired to take the photographs on a beautiful evening. We believe Helen is a real character and very well know at the Bingo's. As you will see from the photographs, they are a very happy family and very proud of their mam and nanny. We here at B.net wish Helen many more years of good health and happiness. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos of the family and we hope to have all the names shortly. 22.04.09 |
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| Dramatic Society "Man Alive" Photos The play finished at the weekend and we sent along our chief photographer, Mr Benton to capture the show for all our B.net viewers. The play was set in a shop window with dummy's who can talk but the humans cant hear them. Congratulations Grainne Maguire for a great production and a particular mention to Ann-Marie, Barry, Brian Josephine as it was their first time on stage. Well done to all. Click on the thumbnail to see Jack's photos. Audience photos tomorrow. 20.04.09 |
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Funeral Arrangements for Fr. Michael Hassett
The following is taken from The O'Dwyers Website. Removal arrangements are as follows:Removal on Monday evening at 5.30pm to Palmerstown Church. Burial after 11am mass on Tuesday.A bus is available for members if they want to attend on Monday evening. Please contact Dick Burke on 086-0530432 to reserve a place. Bus is leaving at 3pm.Any club members attending are asked to wear club gear - polo t-shirts, or jackets. Jerseys not required.There will be light refreshments back in the club on Monday evening, where a book of condolences will be available for members to sign. |
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| Fr. Jim O'Sullivan R.I.P. Fr. Barry has emailed to say that former PP has died,"Just to let you know that another former priest of Balbriggan died yesterday: Fr. Jim O'Sullivan. His funeral arrangements are as follows: St. John the Evangelist Church, Ballinteer; Removal Saturday at 7 p.m. Funeral Mass on Monday at 12 noon". |
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| Darts Exhibition in Balbriggan We received the following email, "There will be a Darts exhibition In the Bracken Court Hotel on Sunday the 26th Of April,starting at 7.30pm. Throwing on the night will be Terry "The Bull" Jenkins, Andy "The Hammer" Hamilton and Ireland's own Mick "The Magnet" Mc Gowan"Click on the thumbnail for more details.17.04.09 |
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| Balbriggan Scout Photographs Eddie Darcy has very kindly supplied us with several photographs to share with the B.net viewers. For the older photos, we have all the names but there are two more recent photographs with no names. If you know who they are, please email us. Click on the thumbnail to view them and thanks again to Eddie. 17.04.09 |
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| 1986 PJ Cullen Photograph. Seeing as you did so well with yesterdays photo, lets see how good you's are with this 1986 photo. This photo was on this years DVD but just in case you didn't get it, here it is. By the way, the DVD is still available in Brisco's Photo Shop on Quay Street. Names please to info at balbriggan.net . Many thanks to PJ Cullen for allowing us bring you these photos. 17.04.09 |
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| The Balscadden Blues Thanks to Damian Pyne, John Quinlan and 4 others who wish to remain anonymous, we now have all the names. Click on the thumbnail to see who's who. 17.04.09 |
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| Local Company Omnisys Saves B.net We have to sincerely thank Colm & Colin at Omnisys for getting us "Back on Air" within hours. The power supply in our main PC failed and they had us up and running again within 2 hours with a temporary supply until they got one in from England the next day. Brilliant service. If you are a business and need work carried out on you system, we certainly would recommend them. Click on the thumbnail to go to their web site. Thanks again lads. 16.04.09 |
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| 1980's Team Photo But Who Are These Guys? Here is a photo, we are not sure if it was on this years DVD but it's worth showing again. It's from about 1986 and people out there must know these guys. Please email us the names, even if you only know one or two. The photograph was taken by Balbriggan Photographer, PJ Cullen and is copyright to him. You can purchase this photo by emailing pj at Balbriggan.net. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. Enjoy. 16.04.09 |
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| Balbriggan Sunrise On Easter Sunday Here is a cracking photograph sent into us by William Troy. William was at the train station at 6.30am Easter Sunday on his way to work. Not many would be working that day. Thanks William for the photo. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 15.04.09 |
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| PJ Cullen Photograph. We now have all the names for this photograph, thanks to everybody who submitted names. Click on the thumbnail to see the names. 15.04.09 |
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Balrothery Nation School Balrothery National School was a hive of activity recently when a garden was created by Tommy Gallagher and some very talented pupils. It was in recognition of the dedication of both Stephanie O'Connor and Fionnuala Larkin. Both have spent many years teaching at the school. The Garden and the marble Plaque was unveiled by Mrs Carew with all the pupils from every class watching. Special Thanks to the very talented Tommy and his helpers and also to local undertaker Pat Hickey who soursed the marble plaque.. 15.04.09 |
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| Happy Anniversary to Moira & Charlie Purcell Colin Whelan has asked us to wish Moira and Charlie Purcell a very happy wedding Anniversary. On Monday 13th April 2009 They will be 54 years happily married. Colin told us Charlie and Moira have family abroad who often look into Balbriggan.net, and we know they would love to see this picture of them taken on Easter Sunday 2009 just before tucking into dinner. We all here at Balbriggan.net also wish them a Happy Anniversary. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo.13.04.09 |
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| Don Kelly Here is a photo of Don Kelly that our Jack took recently. Apparently, Don has a daughter in Australia and he is anxious that she see's him and the dog. Let us know if this is your Dad and you are in Australial. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 12.04.09 |
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| A PJ Cullen Team Photograph. This photograph was on our Christmas DVD but we'd love to get all the names. It's the 1980's and the only person we recognise is Anthony Murphy, just back from an audition to join Spandau Ballet....... If you know who the rest are, please email us, info at Balbriggan.net. We have lots to bring you over the coming weeks but work keeps getting in the way. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 12.04.09 |
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| Balbriggan Dramatic Society Present "Man Alive" It starts this Wednesday, the 15th of April and runs until Sunday night in the Bracken Court Hotel. It's a comedy, we could all do with a laugh in these hard times. It starts at 8pm, € 10.00 with concession for OAP's and students. Tickets available from the Bracken Court Hotel or contact Grainne Maguire at 087-9436650. 08.04.09 Update Click on the thumbnail to see photos of the cast . |
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| The Milestone Darts Team We received this photo today but with no names or as to how the team has done. We presume they won something. So, come on lads, give us some details and names. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 09.04.09. Update, we now have all the names to this photo, we have been asked to block out Adrian McCann as there were allegations of cheating against him. There's always one........! Further Update. Adrian McCann's legal team has been onto us and we are now happy to "Unblock" Adrian. Oh, one thing Adrian, United to win the Premiership..... |
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| Cinderella Wedding in Balbriggan Today One of the team happened to be passing the Church this afternoon and he spotted a large crowd at the car park opposite the Church. On closer inspection he spotted this magnificent Cinderella type carriage. He stopped the car and got this quick photo. We don't know who the couple were or if they were local but we wish them well. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 08.04.09 |
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| Chamber of Commerce "Budget Breakfast" Tax Experts Liam Kenny and Jim Kenny from Grant Thornton delivering a short presentation on the changes announced in yesterdays budget. Over 50 turned out to listen to Liam & Jim give their views on the emergency budget. Also there was Minister Trevor Sargent who gave the Governments view and took several questions from the floor. Click on the thumbnail to view several photographs taken this morning and in particular a fun shot involving Town Clerk Brian Murray, John Farrell & Tony Murphy. |
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| 1979 Scout Photograph Here is a great photograph given to us by Eddie Darcy this Monday morning, we've never seen this one before and Eddie has supplied us with all the names and sadly 8 of them are no longer with us. Our good friend Sean Farrell is in the photo along with the local TD of the time, Joe Fox. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge 06.04.09 |
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| Communion/Confirmation Day Studio Photos in Town Hall Get your family portrait done this Communion or Confirmation day in the Town Hall where our Tony will have a full studio set up, lights, backdrop and props. Get the family portrait done before or after the Mass. Simply telephone to arrange your time slot. 1 hour free parking in the underground car park. Balrothery, Balscadden, Naul, Stamullen and all the schools in Balbriggan will be covered. € 75.00 for a 10x8 photo, two 7x5 photos and two photo key rings. Click on the thumbnail for more details. First come, first served. 13.02.09 |
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| Loreto Convent Balbriggan 1984 Reunion The class of 1984 had their reunion in Joe Mays of Skerries on Saturday night. Over 50 ladies turned out in the upstairs lounge where 1980's music was playing to a slide show of photos taken before digital cameras were even invented. Our Tony was hired for an hour to capture the night and he has put together a 4 minute slide show with music. Thanks girls for making our man feel so welcome. Click on the thumbnail to download, save and view. Problems viewing AV Here |
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| Balbriggan Guide Dogs. IRISH GUIDE DOGS for the BLIND BALBRIGGAN\NORTH COUNTY DUBLIN BRANCH to give it it's full title, held their annual get together in The Ardgillian Suite of The Bracken Court Hotel Balbriggan on Thursday 2nd April 2009. A great turnout on the night. Hopefully Tom will email us with more details of how the night went. Click on the thumbnail to see how much they raised last year. 04.04.09 |
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| Web Site News We apologise for the lack of news items the past week but work commitments are the cause. We have lots to bring you, more from Sean Farrell, Hoe Guildea and Christy Geraghty. Thank you all so much for the nice comments coming in about the site, we really enjoy bringing it to you. Don't forget, if you're having an event and want it covered by a professional photographer for a small fee, please email us, info at Balbriggan.net. 04.04.09 |
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| 1970 ish School Photo Here is a photo that was very kindly given to us by Maria Downes. It may already be on the site but it's so good it's worth repeating. Maria has supplied us with a good few names but as usual, feel free to fill in the missing gaps by emailing us at info at Balbriggan.net. Many thanks Maria. 04.04.09 |
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| Bagel Bar Mystery Ladies Our man was taking photographs of the shopfronts in the town last week when the Bagel Bar asked him to take photos of some of those in the shop. They were to forward us names and what the occasion was but they have oviously forgotten. So, here are two photos but with no names, so if you spot who they are, please let us know. 04.04.09 |
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| St. Maloga's School Win Overall Prize. Saint Maloga's NS won the overall prize, Certificate of Achievement in the "Poetry, Art and Essay". Cllr Gerry Buckley made the presentation recently. Well done to St. Malogas. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 04.04.09 |
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| Tom Dennis. Here is an email we received," Hi, From a cousin in England I have a request. A relation of hers had been in service at Killiney Castle somewhere around1910-1920. She was Ethel May Dennis. She had a relation who was the Postmaster in Balbriggan. He was Tom Dennis, again I presume this would have been around the same time. Who would have memories or details of these people? Thank you in advance, Helen Black" If anyone can help. please email is at info at Balbriggan.net. Thanks. 04.04.09 |
| Suicide It is now estimated that there are around 600 suicides in Ireland every year and is the leading cause of death for males under 34.
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| A Tribute Night To Ray Healy. My brother Ray Healy sadly passed away suddenly on Oct 29, 2008. Those who knew Ray knew that music was his passion. Never at any stage did he not have a guitar in his hand. Throughout the years from the age of 15 Ray played in Various bands, with various musicians playing many different types of Music. On Thursday 23/4/09 a very large number of those musicians and friends will be back together, in the Bracken Court Hotel, to pay tribute to Ray. Those include: members of Two Tribes Ouch/Badge, Catch 22, Gizmo, Metallitia, Indian head, Baneham, DAMHSA. All money raised on the night will go to Charity. Everyone is welcome and an excellent night of music and craic is guaranteed. Admission €10 at the door on the night!! |
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| Local named Evening Herald Volunteer of the Month Ian Lawless, Chairman of adult rugby in Balbriggan RFC, has been selected as the Leinster Rugby / Evening Herald Volunteer of the Month for March...Ian's contribution to the development of rugby within the club and its wider community has been enormous and indeed breathtaking. Ian has achieved all that is set out below whilst keeping a full-time job as a Fireman in Dublin Fire Brigade (which involves unsocial shifts) and raising a young family, including a new born child.More
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| Timmy O'Callaghan Photographs Timmy has emailed us recently to say he has some interesting photographs that he is willing to share on B.net. To get the ball rolling, he has emailed us two recent photographs. Check them out and see who you recognise. We look forward to seeing the earlier photos. Thanks Timmy.03.04.09 |
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The Wedding of David & Niamh Gorman It all started at Balscadden Church on Friday 27th at 2pm, where Fr. Padraig O'Sullivan celebrated the wedding. Stunning looking Niamh arrived at the Church and you could see the joy on them both when they set eyes on each other. Glorious weather meant that after the traditional group photo, the bridal party headed straight for Ardgillan Castle for the family photos. Local photographers, Lynnette & Tony were on duty for the day and some stunning photographs were captured. It was then back to the City North Hotel for a few more photographs and then a gorgeous meal and a party that went on till the small hours. We here at B.net, wish David & Niamh, love, happiness and good health for many years to come. Tony was telling us that they were a dream couple to photograph. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photographs. |
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| Welcome Millie to Balbriggan As you all know, one of the team is dog mad and he drove all the way to Limerick last Friday evening to get Millie, an English Pomeranian. 9 week old Millie is so small that she fits in the palm of your hand and is settling in great in her adopted home of Balbriggan. Click on the thumbnail to see her, along with her big sister, Holly. Only do this if you're a dog lover. 29.03.09 |
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| 1970's Irish Dancers. Here is a great photograph that was given to us by Sandra Richardson. She may have told us the year but we cant remember. It looks like the 1970's but it could be the early '80's. We have no names at all so if you recognise anyone, please let us know. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo and enjoy. 27.03.09 |
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Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce "Mini Budget" Discussing the “Mini Budget” with a Maxi Breakfast! Presentation by Tax Experts from Grant Thornton @ City North Hotel, Gormanston.7.30am- 9am Wednesday 8th April 2009. Click on the thumbnail for more details |
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| Loreto Class of 1999 Reunion. Fiona Rafter has very kindly sent us some photos of the Loreto Convent Class of 1999 Reunion. It took place in the Bracken Court Hotel on the 21st of March this year. One of the team has admitted to us that he was so keen on some of these girls, that he attended class for several weeks in disguise but was found out when he entered as one of the swimming team. We wonder is he Joe King? Thanks Fiona for the great photos, looks like a great night. 26.03.09 |
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| Jack Larkin and The Savoy Orchestra Two great photographs for you today courtesy of Dominic Rafter. The first is a photo of Jack Larkin who was a Councillor in the town until his death in 1998. The second is a series of drawings of The Savoy Orchestra. We ourselves have very little details about Jack Larkin or the orchestra so if anyone would like to enlighten us on these, please do. In the meantime, click on the thumbnail and enjoy today's shots. Thanks Dominic. 25.03.09 |
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| Kit Callaghan Photographs. Thanks to everybody who sent in the names. Click on the thumbnail to see who's who. 24.03.09 |
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| The Pride Of Balbriggan Marching Band 1980 Here is a great photo given to us by Maria Downes. It was taken in about 1980 at Gormanston Castle and Maria has supplied all the names. The original photograph is very large so we had to scan it three times and merge them together. Also, due to the fact that there are so many in the photo, as well as bringing you the entire photo, we have broken the photo down into two so you can really enjoy and see up close those in it. Thanks again Maria, a really great photo and thanks for sharing it with all the B.net viewers around the world. Click on the thumbnail to see the photo with names and zoomed-in sections of the photo. 24.03.09 |
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| Local Man to Run in Sahara For Charity Local, Gary farrell, is about to run in the "Marathon Des Sables"(The Greatest Footrace On Earth) this March 26th to April 6th in aid of charities ARC Cancer Support and Temple Street Children's Hospital. Gary is the son of the famous Sean Farrell of Scanlons Garage, and he is already in training for this 151 mile, six day endurance race across the Sahara Desert. Only 700 are taking part in this grueling race but Gary is confident as he has completed many marathons including in Dublin, Belfast and Cork. Parents, Sean and Marie wish him well as do sisters Bernadette and Martina, brother John, brothers in law, sisters in law and work colleagues. We at B.net also wish him success and have advised him to stay in the shade whenever possible.....! Click on the thumbnail to see two photos of Gary and Bank details if anyone wishes to help the charities. 23.03.09 |
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| The Kit Callaghan Collection One of the team was driving the B.net Jeep in the town today and who stopped us to say that he had some great photos for the site and even gave us some there and then only Kit Callaghan. We bring you three photos from his collection today which we hope you enjoy. We have no names at all so get those thinking hats and if you spot anyone, please email us info at Balbriggan. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 23.03.09 |
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| Balbriggan Cycling Club From 1976 We apologise for the lack of content on the site over the past few days which had been due to work commitments. Anyway, here is a great photo that was given to us by Dominic Rafter. It's of the Balbriggan Cycling Club from 1976 and Dominic has supplied us with all the names but three. So if you know who they are, please let us know. We have loads to bring you today and this week. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 23.03.09 |
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| Problems With Paddy's Day Parade Slide Show We have had reports that some people have experienced difficulty in opening the Paddy's Day Slide Show. We think there was too much animation at the start and that was slowing down the show . We have now removed the animation so if you had problems, Click on the thumbnail to download a new version. Let us know if this helps please. |
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| The Girl Guides We have to apologise to the Girl Guides and the Brigins for not including them in this years Slide Show. We had over 1000 photos to try and sort and not duplicate and in doing this we didn't include them in the show. We bring you 3 photos of the Guides to somewhat make amends. We promise to give them top billing in next years show. Click on the thumbnail to see the Girl Guides. |
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| Balbriggan Parade 15 Minute Slide Show Technical problems prevented us from getting this slide show onto the web earlier. There are a lot of photos, about 200 and fair play to Jack and Tony as they got some great photos. The show is 60mb, so it could take a few minutes to download it. Make sure you save it so you don't have to download it again to watch it a second time. If you see a photo you like in the show, it can be purchased from Balbriggan Photo Centre on Railway street for € 1.50 with 50 cent going to a charity nominated by The Town Council. Click on the thumbnail to download and let us know if you enjoyed it or not. We hope you all had a great St. Patrick's Day. Make sure your speakers are on. 18.03.09 |
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| Send Us Your St. Patrick's Day Greetings. Send us your St. Patrick's Day Greetings and we will put them all together on the one page. Send them to info at Balbriggan.net |
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| Balbriggan Rugby Club in 1967 Here is a great photograph courtesy of Colm Lawless. It shows the Balbriggan Rugby Club in 1967 at the opening of Skerries Rugby Club in em..............Skerries. Colm has very kindly supplied us with every name. As usual, click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 16.03.09 |
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| Hampton Celtic AFC We have been told that this club had its grounds near the Cemetery and that it was managed by a John Curtis from Stamullen. Far from been associated with Glebe North, Hampton Celtic AFC was set up by a few lads who couldn't get a game with the Glebe. The team didn't last long and eventually faded sometime in the 1950's. 16.03.09 |
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| Balbriggan Chess Club Promoted. Thomas Brezing has emailed us to say "Balbriggan Chess Club won promotion from the Leinster League 4th league to the 3rd division last weekend in Inchicore." Congratulations. Click on the thumbnail to see the Balbriggan Chessers. 16.03.09 |
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| Michael Cumisky RIP With regret we announce the sudden death of Michael Cumisky. Well known to many in the town especially in Balbriggan Golf Club. We extend our sympathy to his wife and family. Funeral Mass, Monday, at 11am, followed by burial in Ss. Peter and Pauls' Cemetery. 15.03.09 |
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| Glebe North Photograph Names Well done to Pat Doyle for naming all those in this photo and so he wins this years DVD. Well done Pat and congratulations. Click on the thumbnail to see all the names. 15.03.09 |
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| Manchester United in Balbriggan? Here is a photograph of Manchester United and the people who emailed it to us think it was taken in The Harvest. We have no reason to doubt this but we are looking for information about this photo before it is sold in the "Friends" shop on Clonard Street. We can identify Bobby Charlton, Dennis Law, George Best amongst others. Has anyone any idea if this was taken in Balbriggan. Click to enlarge the photo. 15.03.09 |
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| Corcoran Looking for help We received the following email recently, Hi, I'm just tracing back family history. I've found my great great grandmother, Jane Lynch (nee Corcoran), came from balbriggan. I found her on the 1911 census. Her parents were John Corcoran of Clonard Street and Margaret Coleman of Mill Street. Johns father was called William Corcoran. I'm just wondering if you would have any other information that would help me or even if possible pictures??!!If not, is there any other site that i could find information on?? By the way, your site is absolutely brilliant. Regards, Lorraine. If anyone can help Lorraine, email us here and we'll pass on the email. 15.03.09 |
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Community College Help Required School reunion for Tec, now known as Community College, held in Bracken Court in '07 have lost touch with old school Friends, would like to get copies of photos taken, Can you help? Lorraine Fox (was Dunne) |
| Ken Griffin Taking It Easy In Galway Don't you just hate when "Friends" who do this, send compromising photos to Balbriggan's No.1 web site. Well, we at B.net will not be part of such conduct but seeing that we know Ken, we've decided to publish. It shows Ken “Doc” Griffin having a nap and Hoe Guildea with Wayne Hammond at the Skipper Expo in Galway Bay Hotel. Thanks John for the photos. Click to see the photos. |
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| Hampton Celtic AFC Has anyone ever heard of this team? We presume it's a soccer team but we have no idea when they existed. Association Football Club is what we think AFC stands for, we wonder was if it was a forerunner to Glebe North FC. If anyone can enlighten, please do. Click the thumbnail to enlarge to enlarge. 15.03.09 |
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| Another PJ Cullen 1980's Photo Again, this one was in this years DVD, we think it's 1986 and everybody seems to be in fancy dress, unless they just dressed like that in 1980's Balbriggan. We have loads to bring you over the coming days but work commitments are keeping us from bringing it to you now. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 11.03.09 |
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| Another May McKeon Photo Here is a photo taken on the square and we have all the names thanks to May. Click on the thumbnail to see who you recognise anyone. 09.03.09 |
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| St. Patrick's Day Parade Details Balbriggan Town Council have organised the traditional St. Patrick’s Day Parade again this year and an exciting parade is promised. An Ecumenical Service will take place in 1.00 p.m. in St. Georges Church and all are welcome to attend. The Balbriggan.net Jeep will be in this years parade for the first time ever and our Jack and Tony will be taking pictures for an Audio Visual Slide Show which will appear here on the web site as a free download. Click on the thumbnail |
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| 25th School reunion,Leaving Cert, 1982 Vocational School Here is an email we received, School reunion for Tec, now known as Community College, held in Bracken Court in '07 have lost touch with old school Friends, would like to get copies of photos taken, Can you help? Lorraine Fox (was Dunne). If you can help, please email us at info at Balbriggan.net |
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| Can anyone help here? Here is an email we received today, Good Morning I hope you can understand this email and I hope you find it interesting as Im sure a lot of people who live in the small town of Balbriggan do not know about this guy.. Click on the thumbnail to read the email in full and see the photo in question. If anyone would like to submit more information about this, please email us and we will keep your name private if you so wish. 09.03.09 |
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| Essie & Bridget Richardson We received the following email from David (not sure if surname is for publication) "You guys wanted more information on the below women. Well it's Esther and Bridget Richardson, part of the big richardson family in Clonard street. Twin sisters, Bridget is the one making the face for the photo, she lived in Tara Court where many people from the place will tell you she was a pure legend. Loved by the community young and old. Everyone called her nana rooney, and speaking for many a people she often comes up in all our conversations in the pub with some of the antics she got up to, like pouring bread soda in your tea all in good humour, absolute legend and dually missed by everyone in tara court." Many thanks for sharing that with us David. 09.03.09 |
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Missing Dog Comes Home
A Small Brown dog has gone missing from the Bath rd area of Balbriggan .Went missing Saturday night Sunday morning his name is Dowdles and is very friendly dog. If anyone has any info on a dog found or seen they can ring 8416252 thanks. 09.03.09 Update, The missing dog is now home safely. Thanks |
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| Who is this young boy? This photograph is very kindly supplied to us by May McKeon. It was taken on Quay Street, it's now the car park, almost opposite "Harbor Terrace" (The way it's spelt there). We actually know who this is but we're not telling you. The clue to who he is, is in the photograph. Put those thinking caps on. 06.03.09 |
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| Essie & Bridget Richardson Here is a photo that was dropped into the office a few weeks back and we totally forgot to put it on the site. All we know about these two ladies is that they were twins, probably lived on Clonard street and both sadly no longer with us. If anyone knows any more about these ladies, can you let us know. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 06.03.09 |
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| Twigs Flower Shop Message. TWIGS wishes to let all our customers know spring is here at last & we have a great new range of ceramics as well as a new collection of plants for indoors & outdoors. We also have a special on wedding packages. Call in for a price list. Don't forget to book mothers day flowers early to avoid disappointment, its on 22nd of march so it's right after paddy's day. Thanks to all our customers for their continued support. John May. |
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| Living Abroad? Order Our DVD On-Line For those of you living abroad and would like to get a copy of "PJ Cullen's Balbriggan" you can now order on-Line, It costs € 25.00 and we post it to anywhere in the world. You don't even need a credit card, as long as you have internet banking, you can transfer the € 25.00 to our account in a matter of seconds. You also get a free CD with all of Jack Benton's memories of Balbriggan. This years DVD has been, by far, our most successful DVD with nearly 300 photographs of 1980's Balbriggan. Click on the thumbnail for all the details you need. 06.03.09 |
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| 1986 PJ Cullen Football Photo We know how much you like the PJ Cullen photos, so today, seeing as it's friday, we bring you a rather good one. This one appeared in this years DVD, all we know is that it's 1986 and we have very few names. Whoever supplies us with the names of the entire team, wins this years PJ Cullen DVD. You have to enter by email, no phone calls. First entry with all the correct names, wins. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 06.03.09 |
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| Glebe Dance Club 10 Years Mass & Celebration Our Jack is a member of this club and recently Fr. Murtagh said Mass in the clubhouse to celebrate it's 10 years. We don't have names but have a look at who was there, they all seem to be having a great time. As usual, click on the thumbnail. 06.03.09 |
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| New Youth Service for Balbriggan We received the following email, "We are the Balbriggan Youth Service and are in the early stages of setting up and trying to become established and to raise our profile within the community.At the moment we have no web site of our own but we are included in the overall organisations website which is www.foroige.ie," Click on the thumbnail for more details. |
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| Balbriggan Town Council Parade & Shop Window Entry Forms The St. Patrick's Day Parade Entry form for anyone who wishes to take place in the parade is available HERE. The Balbriggan Shop Window 2009 entry form can be downloaded HERE. The 13th of March is the deadline. |
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| Michael Fracasso in The Seamus Ennis Centre The highly respected singer/songwriter Michael Fracasso from Austin Texas will make his ONLY Dublin concert appearance at the Seamus Ennis Centre Naul on Friday the 27th of March at 8.30 doors open at 7.30. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 04.03.09 |
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Garden Talk Alpine and Rockery Plants suitable for small gardens. Paul Maher, Curator, National Botanic Gardens. Thursday March 19th in Scout's Den (near Lidl) Balbriggan. All Welcome |
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| Keith Creighton RIP We learn with great sadness of the passing of Keith Creighton at the weekend. Keith was a very popular lad and missed terribly by his friends. We extend our deepest sympathy to his family. |
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| The White Hart Darts Team Wins Cup Congratulations to all the lads who play for The White Hart Inn Lounge dart team who have just won the John Grime's Cup which consists of all the Premier League and Division 1 teams. It was an amazing night for the Balbriggan lads which roller coasted all the way through, ending with a nerve jangling final leg decider which David "Bellies" Harper pulled out all the stops with a 73 checkout to win the match 7-6.Thanks to Barry Gosson for this information and well done lads. Click on the thumbnail for more and photos. 02.03.09 |
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| Christy Geraghty's Balbriggan, Church Street & Drogheda Street. Another fascinating account of life in Balbriggan years ago. Today, Christy talks about the Richardsons, Mary Jane Hall, Dick Byrne and in particular about a chair that was left in with Dick to be repaired. Click on the thumbnail to download the Audio Visual and enjoy over 10 minutes of Christy Geraghty. Problems viewing AV Here |
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| Boat moored off Balbriggan This boat arrived yesterday, Friday and it's still there today. Has anyone any idea why it's there. Nosey, aren't we.Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. Update. Thanks to whoever sent in this info. It's a boat called the "Granuaile". It's an Irish Lights vessel and we have more details when you click on the thumbnail. |
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| Over 1000 Hits Today We just had to bring you this news even though we did the same the other day but today we had our biggest hits ever, over 1000 since 9pm Thursday night till 9pm Friday night. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the graph which is supplied to us by 1 and 1 in London. We are just over the moon with how popular B.net has become especially in the last 6 months. Thank you very much. 25.02.09 |
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| What's This, Another PJ Cullen 1980's Photo Here is another great photo courtesy of PJ Cullen, it was in the Christmas DVD but just in case you didn't get a copy, here it is. It looks like a Miss Balbriggan competition with some beautiful women here but we don't even have one name. So please help, email us the names to info at Balbriggan.net. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge this great photo. 27.02.09 |
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| Wayne Walsh Remembered We received the following email from Eric Campbell, "It has been almost 3 years since Wayne Walsh passed away. Wayne was a real character of the town, loved, respected and now sadly missed by many. Music was an integral part of Wayne's life, so we have posted a tribute to him on YouTube.It's one of Wayne's own songs and we'd really love to share his music with as many people as we possibly can." It's a beautiful video looking back at Wayne's life and it's made more touching by the fact that Wayne is singing the song, "Say You Miss Me". Please watch the video and leave a message if you can. Click on the thumbnail. 27.02.09
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| Over 600 Hits Yesterday That's right, 610 to be precise. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the chart and we'll explain which are the popular pages. 25.02.09 |
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| Christy Geraghty's Balbriggan Today we bring you 13 minutes of Balbriggan history at it's best, thanks to Christy Geraghty. He has very kindly agreed to do the narration as we show him some of the " Dave Brangan Collection" early 1900's photos. Learn about Griddle bread, the sirens in the town and why you should never walk down Mill Street when Tim Gallen was about. Click on the thumbnail to download the Audio Visual, it's 20mb so give it a minute or two to download. Problems downloading Click here. 24.02.09 |
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| Message From Twigs Shop Jeannette Walsh is no longer with "Twigs" and would like to take this oppurtunity to say a few words to her customers. Click on the thumbnail to read |
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| O'Dwyers GAA Well done to O'Dwyers Intermediate Team and Management Panel on their great win last night in Garristown against St. Sylvesters. Final Score O'Dwyers 1-08 St. Sylvesters 1-07. The win means the lads are now promoted from AFL4 to AFL3. A great achievment for the lads and O'Dwyers GAA Club. |
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| More Sean Farrell's Scanlons Photos Today's offering is an 11 minute Audio Visual featuring Sean Farrell talking about his photographs of over 50 years ago. See what was there before Scanlons Garage, see the workers there and listen to Sean's memories of this well known garage. We remind you that if you are in a large company of Government agency, you may be block from downloading it but do download it when you get home, some fantastic photos courtesy of "The Sean Farrell Collection". Click on the thumbnail to down the AV. We hope you enjoy. 22.02.09 |
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| Loreto School Reunion - Leaving Cert 1984 On Saturday April 4th from 7:30pm until Late At Joe Mays Bar (Upstairs Lounge) The Harbour, Skerries, Co Dublin Click on the thumbnail for more details |
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Glebe's Lights get switched on
Leinster Senior League Club Glebe North officially switched on the floodlights on their main pitch last night, with a massive turnout by invited guests and club members. Mr Jack Reid, the last founder member of the club, carried out the switching on. Chairman Anto Byrne thanked everyone for attending this historic night for the club and was delighted with the massive turnout. In conjunction with the lights been turned on, the main event of the night was the match between double winning champions Bohemians and Glebe North. With proceeds from the match going to the Martin Finnegan Supports Club, the teams were led onto the Market Green pitch by the Black Raven pipe band and with a crowd in excess of 1000 the atmosphere was magic. In the end the League of Ireland team Bohemians were too strong for the Glebe Team and with a 7-0 score line at the end it was still a historic night for the club. Glebe North would like to thank the Martin Finnegan's Supporters Club, our Ladies Committee, First Team Manager Liam Kelly and all who supported this wonderful night. Please check their website www.glebenorthfc.ie for more Friday night matches under lights. Click on the thumbnail to see all the photos. 19.02.09 |
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| Looking for Francis (Fran) Loughrey We received the following from Marie, I am trying to locate a dear friend that we lost contact with 20 years ago. His family was from Balbriggan and he worked for the Irish Lights. His name was Francis(Fran) Loughrey. If anyone knows him or his where abouts please e-mail me the information. If you can help, email us here and we'll pass it on. 17.02.09 |
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| Balbriggan Town Commissioners 1912 Today we bring you another newspaper cutting from the scrap book of Michael Heeney who was an architect in the town. Martin Hughes found it and dropped it into the office here. In today's cutting, they are discussing the spending of £155 for a "Gallery" and a toilet for the Town Hall. 16.02.09 |
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| 1950's Sean Farrell Photo Here is a great photo that Sean has given us, it's from the 1950's and it's a farmers' outing to county Wicklow. Today we bring you two choices to view this photo, first is just the photo at 700 pixels wide with no names and the second is a full screen, no watermark with Sean telling you who is who. If you are having problems downloading these Audio/Visuals, click Here. We sincerely thank Sean Farrell for sharing his collection with us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo where you will be given the choice to view the Audio Visual. 15.02.09 |
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| Communion/Confirmation Day Studio Photos in Town Hall Get your family portrait done this Communion or Confirmation day in the Town Hall where our Tony will have a full studio set up, lights, backdrop and props. Get the family portrait done before or after the Mass. Simply telephone to arrange your time slot. 1 hour free parking in the underground car park. Balrothery, Balscadden, Naul, Stamullen and all the schools in Balbriggan will be covered. € 75.00 for a 10x8 photo, two 7x5 photos and two photo key rings. Click on the thumbnail for more details. First come, first served. 13.02.09 |
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| Eircom Ad Featuring Balbriggan Lads in 2000 The Hoe Guildea has given us this promotional leaflet. It was before the Euro as it states 5p for 5 minutes, we wouldn't charge Eircom for this advert. The ad was also on TV and it featured 3 local lads, The Hoe Guidea, Billy Griffin and Christy Kiernan. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photos. Thanks Hoe. 14.02.09 |
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| Sean Farrell's TV Debut on Nationwide Sean played a blinder in his appearance on RTE's Nationwide on Wednesday. It's now on the web, so if you didn't see it or are living abroad, just click on the photo of Sean. For those abroad, it the link doesn't work, can you let us know. Well done again Sean, Balbriggan Dramatic Society will be contacting you soon about their up and coming play. Click on the thumbnail to see Sean. 10.02.09 |
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| Has Anyone A Better Copy of This Photo Here is a photo that was given to us to have repaired and copied. Unfortunately, the tear goes straight through the face of one of the ladies. It's a great photo showing the workers in Smith & Co (Smyco). We have no idea of the year but we guess the 1960's. We have no names either, so feel free to let us know if you spot anyone. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. We now have some names and the year is 1960-1. 10.02.09 |
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Two Worlds of Balbriggan Harbour It really can seem like two different places depending on the weather. Today we bring you a slide show of the harbour on two consecutive days. The first, with a biting cold easterly wind, snow and hail, the next day, without the precipitation but still just as cold. Believe us when we tell you it was difficult to stand still due to the strong winds. Click on the thumbnail to download 7 mb. You will be asked if you trust the publisher, just click yes. We hope you enjoy Balbriggan Harbour Feb. 2009. 07.02.09 |
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| Sean
Daly and Pat Dowling One of the team bumped into Sean and Pat this evening. Sean is well known to us but it was our first time to be introduced to Pat. A great conversation developed between the 3 guys. Sean had our man in fits of laughter when the discussion turned to the Sack of Balbriggan and our man asked Sean if he remembered it and he replied, "I ran away before the real trouble started". Brilliant. We must ask Sean if we can join him on the boat during a fishing trip when the weather improves. Thanks guys, we really enjoyed the crack.We've just realised that Pat is a Dowling, see 4 news items below, Richard Dowling, we wonder is there a relationship here. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo |
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| Josie
Costello Many thanks to Vincent Donnelly for doing some detective work and finding out this mans name. It's Josie Costello. Click to enlarge photo.Thanks Vincent. 05.02.09 |
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| Recession
Hits B.net Things have become so quiet here that we had to check out our hosting company, 1&1 in London to see how many hits we had yesterday. Luckily we had 564 hits and 87 people had downloaded the Sean Farrell 1947 photo in the first 8 hours, so things aren't as quiet as we thought. The Guest Book has become very quiet compared to last year, we know most visitors would have signed by now but feel free to use the Guest Book to comment on photos, make suggestions and constructive criticism is always welcome. Do you know someone who has great memories of Balbriggan and would be willing to record them, contact us and we'll arrange everything. Click on the thumbnail to view how many visited us yesterday. Many thanks. 05.02.09 |
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Farrell’s Balbriggan Sean has very kindly agreed to share his huge photo collection with B.net viewers and today we bring you a photo from 1947, Balrothery National School.The teacher was Mr Madden, who is now 102 and in a nursing home. Sean talks us through this photo and with his amazing memory, names everyone in it. Click on the thumbnail to download 5 mb file and then view the photo full screen and listen to Sean & Marie. Enjoy |
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"D" Sadly Passes Away. It is with sadness that we tell you that John D passed away today, Sunday 1st Feb. John ran the the pub "John D's" on Dublin street for many years and he was part of the life of a lot of people growing up in Balbriggan and he cared about his customers. He'll be sadly missed. We extend our sympathy to his family and friends. RIP. Photo courtesy of PJ Cullen |
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Man, Richard Dowling, Fireman, Born 1891. We are always scanning the web for anything to do with Balbriggan and tonight, we came across this man, Richard Dowling. He became a mariner and sailed on ships around England up until 1920. Does anyone know of him?, Has he any relations in Balbriggan. If you anything about this man, please let us know, are you a Dowling from Balbriggan? Click on the thumbnail to learn more about Richard. 01.02.09 |
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House B&B Skerries Looking for somewhere nice to stay near Balbriggan? Jantol House is a beautiful B&B in Skerries, only a 5 minute drive to Balbriggan. Click on the thumbnail to visit their web site and take a virtual tour to see how impressive this B&B is. The business is run by Balbriggan man Andy Tolan and his wife. |
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| Another
John Evans Photograph We think this photo was taken near Chapel/Fulham Street. Presently we have no idea who the gentleman is, but, we are confident that a B.net surfer will email us the mans name with a day or so. Again, we sincerely thank John Evans for posting his fathers collection of Balbriggan photos over to us. 30.01.09 |
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Farrell's TV Debut RTE's Nationwide film crew were in town this week to interview Sean Farrell. Sean is in his late 70's and has worked in Scanlons for over 50 years. We'll find out exactly how long when we interview Sean next week, we hope. Sean is a keen photographer and has very kindly agreed to share his collection on B.net over the coming months. Sean will be appearing on RTE Nationwide in about 2 weeks, we'll let you know the exact date as soon as we know. Click on the thumbnail to see photos taken during the recording. 30.01.09 |
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| Balbriggan
Basketball Team? We received the following email, hi guys ,some years ago there was a basketball team in balbriggan, the balbriggan blazers , i'm assuming that the team is no more , do you or your collective audience know is there a team still running . and if not , is there any interest in putting one back together ? If you can help, email us here and we'll past the mail on. 28.01.09 |
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Summer Festival Gig in O'Sheas. A few lads got together to put on a fund raiser for the new Balbriggan Summer Fest happening this summer. O'Sheas was the venue and the powers that be managed to convince a few locals to put together a bit of a band for the night! WOW! OK, Eric Campbell on guitar and vocals, Eric Sharpe on lead guitar, JJ Walls on bass, Mark McInerney on keyboards and Jimmy Brennan at the back on the drums. Set included, Thin Lizzy, Pink Floyd, Beatles, Carly Simon, Wings, and my highlight, AC/DC!! Fantastic. But remember why these people got together, to fire us up to support our Festival this year. To eveyone who did so much, names not mentioned for fear forgetting someone, thanks a million. We are all looking forward to the Duck Race! Colin Whelan.25.01.09 |
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Men Calendar on Sale in Balbriggan This is one for the girls, a calendar for 2009 to support Balbriggan Summer Festival. The "Models" are from Balbriggan Rugby Club and the pictures were taken by our Tony on the coldest morning in years. We will not be bringing you any of the other photographs so you have to go out and buy the calendar and in doing so you will be helping the Balbriggan Summer Festival Committee organise the Festival in June this year. It's available in Monica Tolan's Beauty Salon, Salon Viva, Mairead's Hair Salon, PA Hair, Mandy's Hair Salon, Trax Cafe, Tristar Travel. Click on the thumbnail to see 4 photographs, fair play to the lads 13.01.09 |
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| Balbriggan
1940's Altar Boys Photo. We received an email from Maura Kenny and she has supplied us with some of the missing names in this photo. Click on the thumbnail to view. Thanks Maura. 13.01.09 |
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now have the names for this photo. Our sincere thanks to Vincent Donnelly and others, who wish to remain nameless for doing the detective work and finding out the names of those in this photo. We even know where the photograph was taken. Apparently Ernie & Albert Evans used to come to Balbriggan and stayed on Clonard Street opposite Pat Baxter (The Huckey)Butchers in Mickey Costellos. Robert Costello lived in the area and got to know the Evans's, John's father and uncle, Ernie and Albert. Shiela Reynolds must have gotten to know the lads, and when the Mickey Costello died, Ernie and his son, John stayed with Sheila Reynolds on Drogheda Street. John Evans grandmother was an Andrews who came from Ballyboughal, a few miles from Balbriggan. Click on the thumbnail for more info. |
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Pub Last Night. Were you there? Well here are 3 photographs that were taken on the last night, Sept. '95 of this famous pub. It's now the Deli Burger opposite the Central Pub. We have to thank Rita Rooney for these photos and we have lots more to bring you over the next few days/weeks. If you have and photos or memories of "The Tubby's", contact us. Also, we think one of the three brothers who ran the pub may be still alive, if you know, let us know. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. Update. We believe there is one surviving brother, Paddy and he is doing well. 11.01.09 |
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Site Update We apologise for the lack of action on the site of late but this is due to work commitments and "Cinderella". We've lots to bring you over the coming weeks but just give us a bit of time to get back to normal. Today's photograph is of a fisherman doing some work with the mast of his boat. Any suggestions of name always welcome. We have names and information of previous John Evans photographs, so watch this space. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 07.01.09 |
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| What's
This, Another John Evans Photograph Today we bring you a photograph of two men, at the moment we have no idea who they are but within a few days we will know what they had for breakfast that morning. This is the last photograph we will be bringing you in 2008 and we sincerely thank John Evans in Chester for sending it to us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 31.12.08 Update. We now have the names |
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Hand RIP It is with great sadness that we bring the news that Emily (Emmie) Hand has passed away. She was 82 and she died this morning in her home on Hampton Street. She always gave us a big wave from across the street and as a neighbour, our Jack Benton and Chris were very good to her since her husband died many years ago. We offer our sincere condolences to her family and friends. Click on the thumbnail to see photos that Jack Benton took on her 80th surprise birthday party. 29.12.08 |
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Sea Scouts "The Assumpta" Originally called the "Mary Anne Blounte" this boat was renamed The Assaumpta and was used for training the Sea Scouts. This is a great photo supplied to us by Vincent Donnelly who also worked on the "refit" of the boat. It was specially designed to cut through waves rather than go over them. Vincent has supplied lots of names in this photo so click on it and enjoy. The boat was later renemed "The Larry J" and went to Howth in about 1954. Many thanks Vincent for this great shot. 29.12.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Lighthouse Dome Latest We see in last week's Fingal Independent that work is expected to start soon on our Harbour and in particular, the Lighthouse. Apparently, someone has come forward with the funds needed to replace the Dome which was removed in about 1960. We are trying to find out more and if we hear anything, we'll let you know immediately. Watch this space. 29.12.08 |
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and Ann Darragh Grand Daughter THIS IS CLAIRE DYAS WITH HER ESCORT DANIEL MORIARTY. CLAIRE WAS A PUPIL AT DROGHEDA GRAMMAR SCHOOL, SHE IS A DAUGHTER OF VIVIEN AND CHRISTOPHER DYAS OF COOPERHILL AND GRAND DAUGHTER OF ANN AND DES DARRAGH BALBRIGGAN. SHE PRESENTLY A STUDENT AT UCD. Our Des is very proud of his Grand Daughter and asked us to put her photo on B.net. |
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| Another
John Evans Photograph This time it's four gentlemen on what looks like Clonard Street. We have no idea who they are or when the photo was taken so if anyone out there can help, please do so. The man with the horse looks very well dressed compared to the others. John was telling us that his Dad, who took this photo, was fascinated by it and printed it many times from the negative. Click on the thumbnail to view and enjoy. 29.12.08 |
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Morning Swims The Joe Bergin Memorial took place first and about an hour later it was the turn of the O'Dwyers Charity swim. Our Jack was on duty for B.net and today we bring you the photos. Sorry about the delay but we were at more parties and meals this year than ever before. Click on the thumbnail to view Jack's photos. 29.12.08 |
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| Help
Required Colin Whelan has come across this article in a specialist Australian trade magazine. He is wondering if anyone has ever seen or heard of Derek Purcell even looking at a Golf Club, or "stick" as he would have called it? Please if anyone can shed any light, or has any video or photographic evidence to the contrary, please let Colin know by emailing us here |
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| The
Popularity of B.net We have just received the number of visitors to B.net last week and it's unbelievable. For example, the Balbriggan Chamber Gala Night Slide show was downloaded 460 times last week. Although this is great news we have to pay now for the Bandwidth as our "Traffic" has increased dramatically. Click on the thumbnail to see the number of pages viewed last week. 21.12.08 |
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| Ernie
Evans Photographer It's time to introduce you to Ernie Evans, father of John who went beyond the call of duty to post us a magnificent collection of Balbriggan photographs from the 1950's. Ernie's mother came from Balbriggan and her name was Margaret Andrews. John doesn't know where she lived in Balbriggan but hopefully we will find out more from our surfers. We know she died in 1966 and is buried in a Chester cemetery. John was telling us that he doesn't remember what camera his father used but he remembers him using the light meter and he actually made his own enlarger using an old lens, so a talented man. If anyone can help us here, do you remember a Margaret Andrews or know any Andrews in Balbriggan, please email us here. Also, there is a mother and child in this photo that are unknown to us, let us know if you recognise them. Click on the thumbnail to see Ernie Evans, his wife and daughter. |
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OAP Christmas Party The annual Christmas party took place in The Bracken Court Hotel and our Jack went under cover to get as many pictures as possible for B.net. Click on the thumbnail to see who you recognise. A reminder to all Balbrigganers abroad, please say hello to your family and friends in Balbriggan by using the guest book and don't forget to let us know where you are.....Get cracking our lads and lassies. 21.12.08 |
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Scouts Photograph Today's photograph is again courtesy of Jimmy Hamilton. The year is 1952 and the scouts were on a trip to Ashford in Wicklow. Jimmy has once again supplied all the names. Click to enlarge and enjoy |
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| Balbriggan
Altar Boys 1940's Here is a photograph that was very kindly given to us this evening by Jimmy Hamilton. It was a real pleasure for us to meet someone we had heard so much about. Jimmy is a huge fan of B.net along with his brother Michael in London and other brother in Shannon. Anyway, this photograph was taken in Dundalk in the 1940's when Fr. Menton used to take the altar boys on a yearly day out like the Zoo, Guinness Brewery etc. Jimmy has supplied us with most of the names. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 18.12.08 Update, missing names supplied |
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| Balbriggan.net
in Christmas Panto One of the team, we're not saying which one, is appearing in a Christmas Panto this year in Swords. More about that nearer the show. Click on the thumbnail and see who you recognise. 18.12.08 |
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| 1950's
Photograph from John Evans Just wait till you see this classic photo. It was taken on the "Front Strand" probably in the 1950's and they are more than likely returning from working on a boat, it looks like tar in the bucket which was painted on the underside of boats. If we don't get names for these guys names, we'll eat their hats. The quality of the photograph is first class, we must ask John if he knows what type of camera his father used and if it was digital.......only joking. Names please to info at Balbriggan.net Click on the thumbnail and enjoy 18.12.08 |
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you at the Gala Ball in The City North Hotel Balbriggan Chamber Of Commerce Gala Ball Slide Show. This years Gala Ball took place in The City North Hotel just outside Balbriggan on the 6th of December. Our Tony was on duty that night and he has put together an Audio Visual Slide Show of the night. Click on the thumbnail to download the show. Make sure your speakers are on and you can pause the show with the space bar and use the arrow keys to go back or forward. We sincerely thank Karen Devine and Rachel Barrett for all their help on the night. Click on the thumbnail to download 19 mb. 17.12.08 |
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| Calling
on Fingal People Living Abroad Send Christmas greetings to family and friends in Fingal. They will be published in next week's edition of the Fingal Independent. Deadline is Friday, December 19th at noon. Email your greeting (and a picture if you wish) to editorial@fingal-independent.ie |
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Prawns in 1950's Balbriggan As promised, we bring you another 1950's photograph from John Evans. It shows young lads sorting the prawns down at the Harbour and one lad looks straight into the camera so hopefully we will get his name. To help us date this photograph more accurately, the registration on the car is ZY 3048 so if anyone knows what year that was issued it'll give us some guide. Click on the thumbnail and we hope you enjoy today's photo. 16.12.08 Update, Thanks to everyone who mailed in, the photo is late 1950's and not 1940's as we first said, ZY reg cars in the Republic of Ireland were manufactured in 1956 |
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INTO THE HOLIDAY MOOD WITH CAROLS AND READINGS IN THE REAL CHRISTMAS
SPIRIT! Come to a musical journey with Joseph and Elizabeth towards the birth of Jesus at Bethlehem at our ADVENT SERVICE OF SONG AND REFLECTION at St. Peter and Paul's Church, Balbriggan, On SUNDAY 21st DECEMBER AT 5.30pm.Sung by members of the Senior Choir, Family Mass Choir, and the Gospel Choir. Reflections read by Brendan Grant and Yvonne O'Toole.The Service will last 1 hour. |
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Morning Swim. We received an email from a person who wishes to take part in the Christmas Morning Swim. Who does this person need to contact? Please email us and we'll pass on the details |
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Balbriggan Photos Discovered in Chester Here is the email we received last week "Hi Tony, My name is John Evans and in the 1950s I visited Balbriggan a number of times with my mother and father, but mainly with my father Ernie Evans. My grandmother came from Balbriggan hence the connection, I think he visited Balbriggan many times in the 30,40,50 and possible in the 60s. I remember staying at a house ( it may have been a shop also ) belonging to a lady called Sheila, I think she went on to marry an american man, but I am not sure. Anyhow, the reason for this e-mail is I came across your web site and see that you are asking for photos of balbriggan. I have a few photos and negatives taken by late father mainly of people who would all be dead by now apart from 2 photos of me with some children from balbriggan who look younger than me. If you are interested I will send them to you for you to look at, but I would like them to be returned. Yours faithfully John Evans" We replied to John and assured him that we would copy the photographs and return almost immediately along with copies and a CD of the images. We will be bringing you the images over the coming weeks and please feel free to supply names if you spot someone you know. Today we bring you two photographs from John's collection, first showing the square and the second showing fishermen mending nets. Thanks a million John for taking the trouble to post the photographs to us. Click on the thumbnail to view. 15.12.08 |
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| Christmas
Carols in Ardgillan Castle Our Jack was on duty today for B.net and his first port of call was Ardgillan Castle for the annual Christmas Carols. It's a great setting for carols and for many its the real start of Christmas. Click on the thumbnail to see some of Jack's photos and among them a real gem of a photo of Gus Kennedy in his white jacket . Classic Photo. 14.12.08 |
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| Another
Classic Photo from Vincent Donnelly Vincent Donnelly has very kindly sent us this great photo to share with you all. It was taken down at the harbour and it's the Sea Scouts from the 1940's. We have all the names except for one person who's face isn't visible. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. |
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| Business
of The Week - Devlins Cycle & Angling Store Devlins Cycle shop is located at the Tesco Rooftop Car Park and they have a huge rang of Bicycles and Go Carts. They have been serving Balbriggan for 25 years. They also have everything for the Angler and even Archery supplies. Click on the thumbnail to learn more. Don't forget to "Shop in Balbriggan" 13.12.08 |
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| LOCAL
GIRL SETS UP NEW ANGELIC HEALING SERVICE IN BALBRIGGAN AREA. Maria Margaret Faulkner is a practising Integated Energy Therapy Practitioner (Angelic Healing) and is offering this service locally. This is a gentle healing therapy which works on the nine cellular memory areas of your body. So if you are suffering from stress, anxiety, repressed anger or emotions or are feeling low generally give her a call. Feel all the negativity disappear. The session lasts for one hour and includes an Angel Card Reading. Please visit Website for more information or phone me at 087 2881869 for appointment. SPECIAL OFFER €30. |
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| Eircom
Advert Filmed in Balbriggan - Help Required Hi to all at Balbriggan.net I was just wondering if anybody remembered the Eircom add that was filmed in the harbor. I have tried hard to get my hands on a copy of this as one of my friends is in it, but with no success. So im just emailing to see is you lot would have more luck than me in finding it. Kind Regards, Chris O'Reilly. If anyone can help, email us. |
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| Fingal
Helping Hand Fund supports Remember Us Fingal County Council employees set up The Fingal Helping Hand Fund in 2005 with the objective to provide financial assistance to local, national and international registered charities and for any other suitable charitable purposes. The fund is financed by subscriptions from employees or retired employees of Fingal County Council and other fundraising activities organised by the staff. more |
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| PJ's
Playcentre Official Opening. This magical playcentre is located beside Wavin and has been open since June. The official opening took place last week when Minister Trevor Sargent cut the ribbon. Also there was Cllr's May McKeon, Gertie Sheilds, and Stephen Kilgallon. PJ's playcentre has everything the kids want, slides, play areas, Bumper cars and lots more. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos of the opening and for a link to their web site. 11.12.08 |
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| Business
of The Week - Exile /Echo Our featured business of the week, this week is Exile/Echo on Dublin Street. They are open open sundays 12-6 from now until Christmas. We at B.net encourage everyone to shop local as these are tough times and the local shops need all the support they can get. Click on the thumbnail to learn more and don't forget, shop local and support Balbriggan jobs. 09.12.08 |
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| The
Christmas Lights We had several emails from all over the world but especially Holland,(Hi Siobhan) pointing out that we didn't show any nice pictures of the lights around the town. The town is looking really well, well done to Town Clerk Brian Murray and his team. Today we bring you several photos showing the Square, Dublin Street, Bridge Street and Hampton St. Over the coming nights, we are going to take a few photos of the best lit and most original and magical gardens around Balbriggan. If you know of such a garden, email us the address and we'll send one of our photographers along. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 07.12.08 |
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Tree Lights Turn On The lights were turned on tonight and we sent two photographers along to capture the event. Ciaran Hannigan was selected to turn on the lights and a big crown witnessed the square light up. After that, the children were invited to see Santa who gave them a present. We have about 40 photographs for you today and if we have no name under your photo or a spolling error (joke), please email us. Well done to Jack & Tony for some great shots. Click on the thumbnail of Sinead and Amy to see the photos. 06.12.08 |
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| Santa
and Christmas Lights The lights will be switched on at 7pm sharp. The new tree is in place after the first one had a severe split in it. The lights are in place and ready to go. Santa will be open as soon as the lights have been turned on. Entrance to Santa is via High Street and NOT from the square. A free gift will be given to each child that visits Santa. Christmas music will be playing from 4.30pm. Balbriggan.net will bet there to record the event, it's a cold evening in the town but dry, very seasonal. We will see you there. |
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Old Bank of Ireland Building is Gone The Bank of Ireland building opposite the old cinema has been demolished over the past few days. Click on the thumbnail to see a before and after. 05.12.08 |
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| Business
of The Week -
High St. Market Our featured business of the week is High Street Market on the Tesco Rooftop Carpark. Everything you need for Christmas, trees, lights, cards, decorations along with coal, briquettes, sticks, fruit and veg and everything you find in a florist. Call in and say hello to Noreen and pick up a real bargain. Click on the thumbnail to learn more. 04.12.08 |
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| Bracken
Hotel Blessing A blessing took place recently to celebrate the re-opening of the hotel after the fire. Fr. Michael Murtagh helped cut the ribbon and conducted the service which was very well attended. We sent our senior photographer (Jack Benton) along to cover the event and today we bring you about 10 photographs of the event. We at B.net wish Luke and all his staff the very best of luck with the hotel over the coming years. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 04.12.08 |
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message of Thanks We would like to thank everyone who emailed us to say how much they enjoyed the aerial photos of Balbriggan and wish our man a speedy recovery, can we tell you, for the next two nights, he kept wakening thinking he was back in the air, he was having nightmares, we dont think he'll ever do that again. |
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GEORGE’S PARISH BALBRIGGAN TABLE QUIZ 8.00 PM, THURSDSAY, 4th DECEMBER 2008 IN THE BRACKEN COURT HOTEL, BALBRIGGAN. 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Spot Prizes, etc. Cost - € 40 per table of four. Proceeds in aid of St George’s Church Restoration Fund |
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Girl in This Months VIP Magazine Melissa White got married this year and so impressed by the style and the White Horses and the Castle Backdrop, that VIP magazine contacted her and asked could they publish her wedding photos. Here photographers were Lynnette McNally and Tony Healy although they forgot to mention Lynnette. Congratulations Melissa & James, lots of locals have told us they have seen your photos in VIP mag. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos taken in June this year. |
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| PJ's
Balbriggan DVD Out Now. Download
Preview Now. Our best DVD by far and this year you get two discs with nearly 500 photos in total, over an hour of Jack Benton's memories of Balbriggan and every slide show that's appeared on this site. Balbriggan football and rugby teams from the mid 80's, Miss Balbriggan, The Pub Run, town parades, plus the Chapel Street reunion photos all for € 20.00. Available from this Wednesday from The Fuji Shop, Vision Radio, House of Gifts, Dave's' Day Today on the square. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the cover and, wait for it, watch a 3 minute preview of this years DVD. |
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| Balbriggan.net
Takes to the Sky. Colm Crawley of Devlin Cycles very kindly brought one of the team up in a 3 seater Cessna over Balbriggan today. Met.ie was been checked every 30 minutes this morning to see if the weather was going to be okay. It showed cloud clearing by 9.30am so our Tony got the text from Colm to say “Thunder Birds are Go”. Our man was having second thoughts but decided it was too good a chance to ignore. Colm picked up the terrified passenger at 11.30 and they headed straight for Weston Airport near Celbridge. After a meticulous start up procedure, Colm and Tony were in the air by 1pm. At this stage, for those who were never in a small aircraft, it becomes terrifying as the plane sways from side to side, even appears to be going backwards. Our man could be heard screaming as far away as Greystones such was his state of fear. Afraid to move a muscle, Tony started to take photographs at 1.25 when they approached Balbriggan from Gormanston. Colm circled Balbriggan 4 times and Tony clicked away trying not to get reflections of his Hi-Vis jacket in the window as the sun was very low but this led to better photos with nice shadows helping to identify certain streets. They flew over the town at about 1000 feet and to cap it all, our Jack Benton got a photo of the flying deuces from his house on Hampton Street. We sincerely thank Colm Crawley for his generosity. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos taken today. 27.11.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Christmas Cards Now Available Just to let you know that Balbriggan Christmas Cards are now available in the town. Goughs's House of Gifts have them now and the other shops will have them in the coming days. Click on the thumbnail to see the two versions available.26.11.08 |
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Tree Lights The Balbriggan Christmas Lights Committee has arranged for the lighting of the town again this year and a festival atmosphere is promised on Georges Square on the 5th December 2008 at 7.00pm.The committee has arranged a number of activities at the turning on of the Christmas lights this year. Musical entertainment has been arranged and Santa will be arriving at the Town Hall on the evening. The children will be able to visit Santa and receive a free gift. Santa’s helpers will be on hand to provide lots of fun activities for the kids. Click on the thumbnail for more details and to download entry form |
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| Balbriggan
Camogie Team Here is a photo that was handed into the office the other day, it's a local Camogie team, St Malogas, and Tess Morrison was able to name them all bar one. She tells us that all the back row are no longer with us but that one or two in the front are still alive. We have put the names on the photograph. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 23.11.08 |
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Years Christmas DVD Every year, for the past 4 years, we have released a Christmas DVD of Balbriggan photographs and this year is no exception. In fact, we think this is our best ever DVD with over 150 PJ Cullen Photographs from the 1980's, 50 recent photos, and a Bonus CD containing all of Jack Benton's memories of Balbriggan of the 1940's and every Audio Visual Slide show that's appeared on Balbriggan.net. Only a limited number will be available and we hope to have it in the shops by Saturday 6th December. Miss Balbriggan, The Breakaway Festival and Parade, Football Teams and Sam Maguire visits Balbriggan are just some of the photographs that await you. The photographs will fill your TV screen with no watermarks and names wherever we can. We hope to have an american version so if you're sending one to the states, make sure you specify the USA version. Click on the thumbnail to view the cover, not the final version but close to it. The DVD will be available in Vision Radio (opposite John D's) Goffs and The Balbriggan Photo Centre on Railway Street and the price is € 20.00 Makes an ideal Christmas Present |
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Council Awards Night Apologies for the delay. Here is the Press Release, "An Cathaoirleach Councillor Sean Brown and the members of the Town Council presented a number of awards to individuals and groups in recognition of their contribution to community life in Balbriggan." B.net were their to cover the event and if you see a photo you like, contact Tony on 086-8054275. 10x8's € 10.00 and 7x5's € 1.20 ea.Click on the thumbnail and enjoy and if you can help with some of the names, feel free to contact us. |
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Motorway Service Station in Ireland opens Wednesday Don't quote us on that, but as far as we are aware it's the first and it opens to the public this wednesday, 26th. AppleGreen is the name and it will be a welcome addition to the town as often you have to queue to get petrol at the other outlets. Competition is what's needed and maybe now we might see petrol under € 1.00 per litre in north county Dublin. We wish them the best of luck in their new venture. Click on the thumbnail to see photos taken today. 20.11.08 |
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Anthony's Nursing Home Christmas Dinner Nora O'Hara, Maeve Carey and Pam Cullen among others arranged for a meal for the St. Anthony's (Formally Bedford House) residents who are now in Hamilton Park Nursing Home.The meal was in the Milestone and from what we hear, it was an enjoyable afternoon. Well done to Nora and the gang for arranging this day out for the residents. Click on the thumbnail to see all the gang. 19.11.08 |
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of The Week - Balbriggan Photo Centre Our featured business this week is Balbriggan Photo Centre on Railway Street just a few meters from the train station. They offer many services from 1 hour processing to photos printed on canvas, your old VHS tapes converted to DVD and much much more. We at B.net get all our photos printed here. Click on the thumbnail to see a full list of what they do. |
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Library School 1945'ish, it was known locally as Dan O'Shea's and eventually the school moved from the temporary room in the Library to "Forester's Hall", the building on Hampton Street at the junction of Church street. Vincent Donnelly has very kindly given us this photo for your enjoyment. We have most of the names now but if you spot any errors, please let us know. Click thumbnail to enjoy. Thanks Vincent, much appreciated 16.11.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Breakaway Festival 1987 The more we see of this collection, the more impressed we are of PJ Cullen, his skills as a photographer are just great. Bear in mind, there were no digital cameras around, so you couldn't just keep clicking away, you had to pick your moment and film wasn't cheap. 3 Photos for you today, all from the Breakaway festival in 1987. Click on the thumbnail and enjoy. 15.11.08 |
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Rugby Club First Floodlit Match The Nottingham Medics were the opposition for this historic night for the club and the town. Michael Kennedy officially turned on the lights watched on by Robert Cashell, Ian Lawless, Brendan Ryan among others. Also, the night proved to be a memorable one for Joe Curtis who was made an honary member of the club in recognition for all his photographic work he has done to promote the club. Well done Joe. Click on the thumbnail to view photos of the night. 14.11.08 |
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Society Launch Book The Book is entitled, "The Farm Diary of Lowther Lodge Balbriggan 1803-1822" and it was put together by Betty Balcombe. Basically, the owner of Lowther Lodge, near the Delvin Bridge, Townley Filgate kept a diary of his life on the farm and it gives a fascinating insight into life 200 years ago. The book is available in various shops in the town, Vision Radio, Fax & Fiction to name two. Click on the thumbnail to view some photographs taken last night and to see some photos taken of Lowther Lodge recently and in the 1940's 14.11.08 |
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| Balbrigganers
in Famous Places Tommy Geraghty gave us this idea when he sent a photo of himself on Table Top Mountain, South Africa. Do you have photos of yourself at famous places ?. The last time we did something like this was when we got you to send in photos of yourselves with famous people, that turned out great with Gerry Guildea winning hands down as he works at BBC television centre. To get the ball rolling, our Tony & Yvonne have given us two photos of themselves in Time Square. Photos to info at balbriggan.net 13.11.08 |
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Of The Week Our featured business this week is Saffron Indian Restaurant on Railway street, 100 meters from the train station. Some of the team were there last Saturday and had a lovely night, lovely food, wine and Cobra beer. The team had a Chicken Korma which was superb. So if you're looking for something different, try out Saffron Restaurant on Railway (Station) street. Click on the thumbnail to view some photos and see the menu. 13.11.08 |
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Geraghty Photos Tommy has sent us this email, Hi Tony, I saw on your recent photos of your visit to Barcelona you asked for photos from famous places. Well Image one is of myself sitting on top of Table Mountain in Cape Town last week.Also attached from 2002 when I was in Japan for the Football World cup. And believe it or not I actually bumpted into another Irish supporter at the Ireland v Germany match who is featured on your site celebrating his 50th birthday, Skinny (Eugene) Guildea. I just spotted him in the stand five rows in front of me purely because he had Guildea printed on the back of his shirt. Otherwise I wouldn't have spotteded him. Click on the thumbnail to view photos. Thanks Tommy. 12.11.08 |
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Dog Missing Today Wednesday We are getting reports of a Jack Russell that went missing this morning. It's description is very similar to the dog found recently but it only went missing today. The owner is driving a Brown Mercedes. If we get more information, we'll bring it to you. |
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PJ Cullen Time Again This time, no people, so no looking for names, you can relax and enjoy 3 photos from the '80's. The first is John Ryan's Pub, now gone and is a pharmacy right beside the medical centre. The next is The Harbour Inn, again, gone and in it's place is Balbriggan Pharmacy. The last photo is of Quay street looking back towards the main street. Click on the thunbnail to see part of the best photo collection in Balbriggan. 12.11.08 |
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RFC are coming out of the darkness !! We received this email, Ian Lawless here Manager of the Senior Team Balbriggan Rugby Club. Tony, we are turning on our new state of art flood lights this Friday night 14th at 7.00pm and hosting an English touring side Nottingham Medics RFC. Local politicians and TDs and some dignitaries from the Leinster Branch will be in attendance.I would be grateful if you could post this message on the site to let people know about this event and that all are welcome to come along to cheer on the local side and to see our new facility.12.11.08 |
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Found on Sunday We received this email today from a friend of ours here." The dog a male terrier was found on Sunday Morning at approx. 12 noon it did`nt have a collar on him but he was wearing a blue coat which might help to identify him. Contact 01 8411017 for information". Click on the thunbnail to enlarge. Update. This dog had been reunited with its owner. |
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Guildea's 50 Birthday Party McCormacks of Balscadden was the venue for this surprise party. Eugene "Skinny" Guildea celebrated in style with family and friends and a very enjoyable night was had by all. Our Tony arrived just in time to capture the fun of the night and ended up leaving after 2 am. Congratulations Eugene from all of us here at B.net. If you're having a party and want it covered by us, email us and give us as much notice as possible. Click on the thumbnail to see over 30 photographs and please supply names and corrections. 08.11.08 |
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Beautiful Dogs Good friends of ours here at B.net have two of the most beautiful dogs we have ever seen. Not only do they look great but they're great fun, full of life and great pals to each other. Our Tony took some photos of them and we bring them to you, especially for dog lovers out there. We thank Nancy, Richie & Kayleigh for allowing us bring you these photos. Click on the thunbnail to see Pappi& Dewey. 07.11.08 |
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Great Photographs from Sandra McGrath Sandra has sent us 3 cracking pictures with names, Here is her email abridged, "here are 3 old photos I have scanned in, the first one is of my Mam and Dad with Teddy and Kathleen Guildea from Croaibhean Park.The next photo is of my uncle Joe Kiernan (RIP) taken with some his friends in the Milestone during the 70s, Joe passed on about 18 years ago now but Im sure lots of people remember him as he was a great character!! and the third picture was taken by one of the national newspapers of me and my friends at Slane in 1986 (Queen Concert), in the picture from left to right Janice Webster, Sandra McGrath(nee Harford), Maria Hagan, Barbara Heffernan (nee Flynn) and Lorraine McGowan (nee Brennan) Sandra McGrath. Would love to see them up on Balbriggan.net as they will bring back memories to a good few people." Thanks a million Sandra, click on the thumbnail and enjoy. 07.11.08 |
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Harbour Tonight Our Tony went walkabout tonight and got talking to some of the fishermen there. Alan McLoughlin of the Deborah Anne had a long chat with our man end even posed for a photo that we promised would be on the site tonight. Thanks Alan, we hope to take up your kind offer at some stage. Click on the thumbnail to see the fishermen along with several views of the harbour by night. We are delighted to see that the graffiti has been removed from the Lighthouse. 06.11.08 |
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PJ Cullen Photographs Today It's over a week since we last brought you a PJ photo. We have no names here, but we think it could be a Wavin staff Christmas party. The pictures were taken in "The Sands Hotel" Portmarnock in the mid '80's. We are looking for names so if there are none when you first look, come back later today and hopefully we'll have them. Thanks again PJ. 06.11.08 We now have all the names but one. Mr Anonymous, many thanks for the names. |
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Guide Dogs Tom O'Neill has asked us to let you all know about up and coming fundraising events for the Guide Dogs. Also, Christmas cards and 2009 Calanders are available from various shops in the town. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 06.11.08 |
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Star with Local Lad Gerry Guildea has sent us the following email,"Hi Lads, Amanda and I were invited to this 80's Fancy Dress Party and it was Kasey Ainsworth aka Little Mo from Eastenders. Amanda used to go to school with her. A great time was had by all. See attached photo's. We are back in Balbriggan from 28th Dec for a week, so looking forward to catching up with everyone" Thanks Gerry, we were wondering if you were still with us. Click to view photos. 04.11.08 |
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Photos from McCormack's Mylene Delahoyde has sent us in some photographs that were taken on Saturday night. Some great photos here, thanks Mylene, as usual click on the thumbnail and see who you recognise. 04.11.08 |
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of "A Night of Drama" Members of Balbriggan Dramatic Society performed several short plays, sketches and songs to a packed house in the Bracken Court Hotel on Halloween night. The usual cast were there, Grainne Maguire, Yvonne Healy, Stephen Finn, Colm Reilly, Paula, Margurette, Patricia and the youngest member, Sean carey. Our Jack was there to take a few photos. Click on the thumbnail to view. 02.11.08 |
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and Ciaran Morrissey on Halloween Night It seems to have all happened around "Hampton Green" on Halloween night as here is another photograph from this area. Its a great photo sent into us by Sinead Rothwell and why wouldn't you take a photo after so much work went into the makeup and costumes. Send us ONE photo of your gang on Halloween night and we'll put it on the web. Click to enlarge Eoin & Ciaran. Thanks Sinead. 02.11.08 |
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Benton Page Updated We have updated this page to include all of Jack's audio and audio/visual collection. Click on the thumbnail to go to Jack's page and watch and listen to our Jack. |
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Colm Reilly Photographs Here are two photographs Colm Reilly has very kindly sent in. The first shows a very young Larry Dunne on the square and the second is a group in a pub. Colm has supplies all the names. Gerry Guildea is there along with Peter McEvoy and Pat Hickey. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and see both photos. Thanks again Colm, keep them coming. 01.11.08 |
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Britain Spotted in Balbriggan One of the team was photographing the wedding reception in The Milestone, when in bursts these Little Britain Look-a-likes. They certainly went to a lot of trouble but it was worth every minute of it, as everyone got a great laugh from them. We don't know if they are locals or not, so if anyone recognises them, please send in their names. Don't forget, if you have ONE good photograph from last night, send it in to us. Click on the thumbnail to see "Little Britain" BTY, can you believe it, it's the first of November. |
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Table Tennis Photograph from 1949 This time we thank Vincent Donnelly for this great photo. Vincent has also supplied names which is a great help. He has promised B.net some great photos over the coming weeks so we look forward to that. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 31.10.08 |
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Table Tennis Club--The Ladies Names Earlier on this week we brought you this photo and said we were struggling with the names of the ladies. Well, thanks to Vincent Donnelly, we have all the ladies names. Thanks Vincent for your help here |
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Halloween Kids From Hampton Green Here is a photo that our Tony sent in, it's of some kids who went to a lot of trouble to get into the spirit of the occasion. If you have have some good photos taken tonight with a Halloween theme, send us in one and we'll put them on the site. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge this photo |
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Lads in Australia and more Sean Keenan Damien Prout has been onto us with some great photos. The first shows Tommy Bainham, Fr Michael Hassett and Dave Billings over in Australia with Gerard Prout for the Aussie Rules Matches. The next photo is a gang from O'Dwyers at a fancy dress party and the last two photos are of Sean Keenan looking like Alice Cooper. Thanks Damien for the photos, click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 29.10.08 |
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Photographs and we are looking for names The first was given to Jack and Joe by Paul Guildea, it shows the Table Tennis Club and between the three of them they can name 90% of the men but they are struggling with the ladies. So, if you can help, the usual address applies. The second photo is Eoin Nolan in the centre, but who are the others? Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 28.10.08 Update, we have names now for the Jailbreak photo |
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Photos from Helen Campbell We are spoiling you today with 3 photographs from one of our regular viewers, Helen Campbell from Bath's Road. The first shows Suie Campbell and Ulick Maypotter and the others show Brandon Edwards, Evan Edwards and Andy Byrne. Click the thumbnail to enlarge. 24.10.08 |
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you believe it, another PJ Cullen Photograph Today's offering (23rd Oct 08) looks like a late 1980's photo that was probably taken in John D's. As usual, we are calling on your help to put names to the faces. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. Update. Thanks to Gareth and Dec, we now have all the names |
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of "Sam in Balbriggan" The Sam Maguire features again in today's photograph. 4 people in the photo but we are only going to show you one person per day. We don't actually have any names and hope for a better response to our precious PJ Cullen photo, all we know is that the lady on the left is Ethel Graham. Maybe the others were visitors? Anyway, click on the thumbnail, see if you know the guy on the left and maybe guess who the others may be. 20.10.08 |
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Shop, Opens For Business This shop is, according to Cathy Gaffney,"Its in aid of the North Fingal ADD/ADHD Parent and Adult support group and also The North Fingal Autism and Aspergers Support group". Minister Trevor Sargent officially opened the shop and great fun was had by all. Our Tony was there on behalf of The Fingal Independent and he has made his photographs available to us. We wish Cathy and all the gang the best of luck with this venture. Click on the thumbnail to see who you recognize. 19.10.08 |
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Breakfast" by Chamber of Commerce We went along to The Bracken Court Hotel this morning looking forward to the "Budget Breakfast", imagine our disappointment when we received one rasher, half a sausage, the white of an egg and no toast. Seriously though, The Balbriggan Chamber of Commerce arranged the breakfast to discuss the Budget and hear a few words from Robert Cashell and also the Minister for Trade and Commerce, John McGuinness TD. Also there was Brian Murray of Balbriggan Town Council and Businesswoman Patricia Rooney and Seamus Murphy. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos and to read the press release. 17.10.08 |
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PJ 305 Today's photo is number 305 in "The PJ Cullen Collection" and its a smashing photo of 4 unknown people having a drink in one of the local pubs. We have no names at the moment, but as usual, within a few hours, we will have them all. We thank PJ for sharing his classic collection with us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 16.10.08 |
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Keenan "Towel" Photo causing quite a stir So as to deflect attention away from that photo (here) by special request, just a couple of photos of Sean Keenan, local troubadour, holding a couple of his other instruments. Doesn't he look a little like James Mitchum (I think you mean Robert) in the "fag" photo?? Click on the thumbnail see Sean. 13.10.08 |
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Cullen Photo 335 Today, we bring you another classic "PJ" photo. This time we don't have any names but as always, we hope to have them within a few hours. One thing we do know is the the photo was taken in John D's as we recognise the barman in the background, its Paul ?. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. Thanks again PJ, another classic photograph. 13.10.08 Thanks PJ For the Names |
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| Feedback
to B.net We are constantly trying to improve and keep this web site alive and interesting. We are looking for feedback, genuine feedback on what you like and dislike about B.net. Have you any suggestions of what you'd like to see here. Do you think there are too many wedding photos on the site? Would you like to hear more interviews with town characters/Personalities? We keep hearing, "What a Fantastic Web Site" it is, we want to be better than fantastic, we want to have the X Factor. All suggestions to info at Balbriggan.net. do not use the guest Book as it takes us a few days to find out who sent the entry. 13.10.08 |
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"The Pudners" Brady We have to thank Seamus Murphy for these two photos of this well known and well loved character, "The Pudners Brady". Sadly, no longer with us, Seamus built up a great relationship with Sean over 40 years and came across these photos recently. We also include an excellent close up of the Pudner that PJ took in the 80's. Also, its an unusual nick name, has anyone any idea how he got it, emails to info at Balbriggan.net. Click on the thumbnail to see, "The Pudners Brady" 13.10.08 |
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Historical Society Brian Howley of the Historical Society presented "The 1911 Census and Balbriggan" in the Town Hall. An excellent presentation by Brian gave people an insight into the 1911 Census and how to find out more by logging onto http://www.census.nationalarchives.ie/ and search the name you are looking for. Click on the thumbnail to see a few photos of people who were there. 12.10.08 |
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| Barcelona Our Tony was in Barcelona last week for a few days and he has gone on and on about what a beautiful city it is. In particular he enjoyed 2 sites, the Ramblas and the Neu Camp. The Ramblas is a bit like Grafton Street on a bigger scale where you can sit outside, have a meal or a drink. The Neu Camp is the home of Barcelona Football Club, unfortunately, they were playing away but he got a few photos of the pitch and stadium. Tony was telling us that it's a beautiful city, like Rome, Paris, Vienna, well worth a visit and Aer Lingus fly there Monday, Wednesday's and Friday's. Click on the thumbnail to see a few of the 800 or so he took there. |
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Gallen Letterhead Here is the attched email we received, Hello,We all enjoy the website. Came across this dog-eared century-old letterhead which may be of interest - Not a photo, but interesting plates with Mill Street and Georges Hill views of Mill. Regards Niall Gallen.Thanks Niall. Click on thumbnail to enlarge. 11.10.08 |
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| Gretta
Rogers Page We have added more to the Gretta Rogers Web page. Click on the thumbnail to learn the latest. |
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- Thomas Ashe Winners 1985 Here is the attached email, "Hoping you would be able to put up the attached photograph for me. A lot of people have been looking for it over the years and recently tracked it down, purely by accident.I’m not 100% on the year, but I think it’s 1985. Would you be able to post the following with it (names etc.)?:Thanks to Paul McKenna for the photo. I've been looking for this one for a long time. Thomas Ashe Cup winners. Best footballing memory ever!!! SMcK” Many thanks, Sam McKenna. P.S. Thanks for posting the pictures i sent on of our NY party in January – ‘got into a lot of trouble for that one J." Click to enlarge 11.10.08 |
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Couple Get Married Here is the attached email, "Hi just want to send you a couple of photos of local Balbriggan couple. Lucy Caldwell (daughter of Bert and Joan) married Brian Howard (son of Scratch and Bernie) on 20th September in St.Peter and Pauls Church following a reception in City North Hotel. Brian and Lucy are childhood sweethearts and grew up across the road from each other....literally!! " Sorry about the delay in showing your photos. Click to enlarge |
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Pioneer Photographs Here is the email that accompanied the photos, "while I was clearing out my aunts flat I came across these photos of Balbriggan pioneers & thought u might be interested in them, Patsy McGarrigle" Thanks Patsy, great photographs. We have some of the names but if anyone can help, please do. Click to enlarge and see both photos. 11.10.08 |
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GAA Win Cup There were great celebrations recently when our local GAA team beat Ballymun Kickhams in a controversial final. Only one point separated the teams with 2 minutes to go and O'Dwyers were awarded a penalty much to the consternation of the home team. Liam Prout went for goal, goalie saves. Joy for the home crowd but this was short lived as the ref ordered the penalty to be retaken as the goalie had moved. |
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| Liam Prout steps up again to take the penalty, goes for goal, goalie saves again. At this stage the home crowd were beside themselves with joy and vented their anger at the ref. Now, the unthinkable happens, the ref says the goalie moved before the ball was struck and requests the penalty be retaken. This decision created a very hostile atmosphere and when Liam Prout took the penalty for the third time and scored, all hell broke out. Within two minutes, the final whistle blew and the ref was shepherded to the clubhouse where he remained for 3 day's.(Only joking). Our Tony was there working for the Fingal Independent but was unable to take any photographs as it was almost dark and the home crowd were giving him dirty looks so an element of fear is also to blame. Click on the thumbnail to see about 20 photos. Enjoy. 11.10.08 Update. Catherin Ryan has also sent us some photos which we have added | |
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Sunrise Here is the email at accompanied the photo, "Hello b.net took this yesterday from on board the fishing trawler Caher Star at sunrise when we where on our way out regards shane Mc Aleer" Thanks Shane, great photo. Click to enlarge |
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Community College 1989 Rugby Team Photo Thanks to Damien Prout for this photo, It's the Rugby Team from 1989, we don't have any names apart from Sean Pierce and Fr.B Kennedy. Names can be emailed to us at the usual address, info at Balbriggan.net. Thanks Damien, click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 11.10.08 |
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| Dave
O'Connor RIP A very good friend of ours here has sadly passed away. We extend our deepest sympathies to Dave's family and friends. |
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PJ Cullen Photographs 3 photographs for you today, the first is Suzie and George Campbell, the next looks like a real classic, it's Larry Hagen and Leo McCoe along with someone else, no doubt someone will know who he is and let us know. The last photo is of Gerry Adams on a visit to Balbriggan in the 1980's. We wish to sincerely thank PJ for allowing us use his photographs. Click on the thumbnail to view and enjoy. 30.09.08 |
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Plane on Balbriggan Beach Over the past few months, we have had to answer quite a few emails from people looking for this photograph. The web site has become so large that's difficult to find what you're looking for. Can you believe this was in 2006. Also here is a poem written by Roger Turner. Click on the thumbnail and enjoy. 26.09.08 |
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| Ricky
Mullen RIP Paddy Mullen has sent us this email "Hello there again its Paddy Mullen here, i have found a photo of my Dad who sadly passed 3 years ago, he was a well know character around the town and i just thought it would be nice for Balbrigganers to see the photo. His name was Ricky or Rickshaw as he was better known as. regards Paddy Mullen." Thanks Paddy. Click on the thumbnail to read Paddys email in full and see the photo of his dad enlarged. 26.09.08 |
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Knowles Visits Balbriggan Nursing Home Sheila Reynolds, although not a resident of St Anthony's Nursing Home, celebrated her 93rd Birthday with her sister, Maura Reynolds who is a resident. Sonny came and must have been there for 40 minutes and he sang whatever song was requested and the residents joined in. George O'Reilly is the brother in law of Mrs Reynolds and years ago he was the manager of Sonny and many a band so this was the contact. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 25.09.08 |
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Great Photos from Colm Reilly Thanks to Colm Reilly we have 3 super shots from the 1980's, names like Franco Guildea, Dan Donnelly, Matty McInerney, Franny Hogan are just some of the names. Thanks again Colm for allowing us use your photos. Balbriggan has been experiencing a bit of an Indian Summer and we also bring you 2 photos taken in the last few days to show how well the town is looking apart for one thing, graffiti. Click on the thumbnail to view. 25.09.08 |
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Meeting in Balbriggan To establish a Gaelcholáiste Cllr Stephen Kilgallon has asked us to place this notice on the web,"I would be most grateful if you were able to post the attached notice on your website: -Kind regards Cllr. Stephen Kilgallon" Click on the thunbnail for more more details |
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Hart Girl Marries Ray in Ballyboghal Elaine Lawless and Raymond Masterson tied the knot yesterday in Ballyboghal. The Celebrant, Fr. Tom McGovern was excellent and had the congregation in stitches on several occasions. Elaine works in the White Hart Inn and many of the staff were there to share in Elaine's celebration. After the Church, the bridal party headed for Gormanston Castle where local photographers, Lynnette & Tony, made good use of the surroundings with dry and mild weather. Tony was telling us that the couple were a dream to photograph. It was then off to the City North Hotel for more photographs and a meal fit for a king. Although natives of Ballyboghal, they now live in Stamullen with their beautiful son Callum.We here at B.net wish them good health and prosperity and happiness for many years to come. Click on the thumbnail to view some of yesterday's highlights. 20.09.08 |
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| 1911
Census & Balbriggan We are delighted to announce that well known local man Brian Howley has been researching the 1911 Census and what information it reveals on Balbriggan people and their lives around that time.His presentation is entitled:'The 1911 Census and Balbriggan'Brian's research has involved traditional research methods but also a significant amount of involvement and discussion with members of various families from the local area. It provides a unique insight into the life and times of 1911 Balbriggan but will also serve as a huge encouragement to all people connected with Balbriggan and its surrounding area to get involved in finding out some more details on their ancestors.The venue for this talk will be the Hamilton Hall, Balbriggan Town Hall, George's Square, Balbriggan (over Balbriggan Library) Date : Tuesday 30th September at 8.30pm |
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1980's Photographs Some more photographs from "The PJ Cullen Collection" and these look like Bath Road Games. The first photo has 5 girls and the second has 4. We have no idea who they are, but no doubt, someone out there in B.net land will know and hopefully supply the names. Anyone wishing to purchase a PJ photo can do by contacting us here. Click on the thumbnail to view more from this classic collection. 19.08.09 Update:We now have the names thanks to Linda and Emma. Thanks to everyone else who also helped |
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| Agnes
Davey RIP It is with great sadness that we report the passing away of Agnes Davey (82) this morning, 18th Sept. 2008. Funeral will be held in St. Peter and Paul's Church, this Saturday at 10 am. |
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| Jaws
washed ashore on King's Strand It's great to get a photo like this after all the lovie duvie wedding photos of the past week or so. This is a brilliant photo, well spotted, well photographed (small F stop so everything is in focus) and the camera, more than likely on the sand so the tower would be visible. The photographer is none other than Eric Campbell, the singer songwriter who has an excellent video on YouTube. Thanks Eric for this gem, we think it's a prize winning photograph. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 17.09.08 |
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Rogers Marries Gerry Archer Can you believe this, another wedding in Balbriggan, here is the email we received,"Somehow I think your going to regret asking to keep the wedding shots coming!!! but here are some I took at my lovely Cousin Jackie's wedding on the 22nd Of August at St. Peters and Pauls Church Balbriggan. Jackie is the Daughter of Anthony and Gretta Rogers (who we are doing the fund raising for)from The Bath Road. Jackie married Gerry Archer from Rush and the reception was held at Roganstown. Jackie was a keen traveller in her days and spent a few years in Australia and Scotland, but it was the Handsome Gerry who caught her eye one night in O'Sheas on the Harbour and tamed her itchy feet, and they lived happily ever after!!! " Click on the thumbnail to see the lovely photos. 16.09.08 |
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| Local
Girl, Melissa Kinsella Gets Married We seem to be getting lots of weddings sent into us, keep them coming. Melissa Kinsella of Balbriggan and Shane Sweeney formerly of Swords got married on Saturday August 30th 2008. Married in St Peter and Pauls church followed by a reception at the Ritz Carlton, Powerscourt, Co Wicklow. Click on the thumbnail to view 15.09.08 |
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| It's
PJ Cullen Time Again Apologies to anyone who doesn't know who PJ Cullen is, he was the town's photographer up until the early 80's so his collection is vast and of huge interest to locals. Two photographs for you today, the first is of Archie McGilvery (RIP) with his sister and Fidelma Geraghty. The second photo is of well known Barber, The T Reid with Sam McGuire in the late 70's. Click on the thumbnail to view |
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| Larkins
of Dublin Street 1940's Transfer Here is a transfer that was given to us by our good friend, Des Darragh. These "Transfers" were put on everything you bought from this store, Cycles, Prams etc. Have a look at the phone number, it's Balbriggan 14, how times have changed. There were probably only 30 phones in the entire town at that time. Click on the thumbnail to view. 13.09.08 |
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| Chico,
Paudge and Gerry Mary, Mungo and Midge come to mind, if you don't get that, you're either too young or too old. We have to thank Colm Reilly for today's photographs. Thanks Colm for taking the time to share these great photos with the public. On another note, we have some great stuff to bring you this winter including some great interviews and photos with some of the town's best known characters, so watch this space for all that's happening in Balbriggan on the town's most popular web site. Also, we are currently working on this christmas's DVD which we think will be the best ever. In the meantime, click on the thumbnail for today's photos. Latest hits are averaging 500 per day. Many thanks.13.09.08 |
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| Mandy's
Staff "Sleeping on the job" The girls in Mandy's Hair Creations wore their fanciest Pyjamas today, Friday in the help to raise funds for Gretta Rogers who is a long standing customers of theirs. There was a great atmosphere in the saloon today when we went along to take a few photos. Thanks Mandy and all the girls for allowing us take a few pics for the site. Click on the thumbnail to see them. 12.09.08 |
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| Gretta
Rogers Update We have added some more content to Gretta's web page. To read it just click on the thumbnail. 11.09.08 |
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| Caterine
Richardson Marries Kevin Troy Johnny Mcleer sent us this email, "Hi Tony Catherine Richardson of Pinewood and Kevin Troy of Fancourt Heights were married in the Church of St.Brigid & St. Patrick Crossabeg Co Wexford on Friday 5th Sept. 2008.The reception was held at the Ferry Carrig Hotel Wexford. The families of Catherine and Kevin asked me to send you some pictures that you might include on B.net." Only too glad to oblige Johnny. Click on the thumbnail to view |
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| 1980's
Photographs Courtesy of Colm Reilly PJ Cullen has certainly spurred some of you out there to dig out some of your older photographs. Today, its the turn of Colm Reilly and he has sent us some great photos for your consideration. We hope you enjoy his first batch. Colm has some excellent footage on You Tube of his guitar playing, he certainly has nimble fingers and it's definitely worth a look Here To see the photos, click on the thumbnail. 10.9.08 |
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| Locals,
Aisling Gibbons Marries John Duff One of the weddings of the year took place on friday in St. Peter and Paul's Balbriggan. Aisling Gibbons, daughter of Breda, the well known Irish dance teacher, wed John, son of John and Tina Duff. The Celebrant was Fr. Michael Murtagh and the reception was the lovely Cabra Castle in Cavan. Again, the weather wasn't on their side but the staff of the castle made available "The Gold Room" where some beautiful photographs were taken by the local Balbriggan photographers Lynnette and our Tony. It was a very enjoyable day and we here wish John and Aisling good health and happiness for years to come. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photographs. 06.09.08 |
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J Cullen Photographs For Sale We have had several people asking could they purchase some of PJ Cullen's photographs. If you see one of his photographs on this site and would like to purchase one at 10 inch by 8 inch, simply email him at the address shown in the thumbnail. We are going to create a dedicated page for his photographs which should make it easier to find one you like. More anon. 05.09.08 |
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| The
Gretta Rogers Fund A special account has been set up in the Credit Union, it's called "The Gretta Rogers Fund" and donations can be made here to help get Gretta to Boston for medical help. We have a dedicated page for Gretta with all the latest news of up and coming Fundraising events. Please try and help this very worthy cause. Click on the thumbnail to visit Gretta's page. Thanks 05.09.08 |
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| Frantic
Work to Have Hotel Ready It's all hands on deck as the Bracken Court Hotel prepares to open it's doors to the public after 5 months of closure. The town has really missed the hotel and with it about to reopen and the road works coming to an end, hopefully it will help lift all businesses in the current difficult climate. We wish Luke and all his staff well. Photos of the hotel will appear here Saturday morning. Click to see the latest photos. 04.08.08 |
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| Friday
Night Football at Glebe North The sky line of balbriggan will be changing on friday night, when the new floodlights at Glebe North FC are switched on for the first LSL match,Glebe North V Tolka Rovers K.O 7.30PM. We think this is a great idea and bound to increase the profile of our local team. We at B.net wish The Glebe every success in this new venture. 04.08.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Golf Club Juvenile Section Barbara from Balbriggan Golf Club has sent us some text to go along with the photographs that our Tony took recently at the prize giving. Presentations for Golfer of the Year, most improved player and a host of other prizes were given out last weekend. Click on the thumbnail to see the photographs and see what's happening in the club. 03.08.08 |
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| Gretta
Rogers Needs Your Help My Aunt Gretta is suffering from a very rare condition called Relapsing Polychondritis, she is being treated in Beaumont Hospital for it but because of the uncommon nature of this disease her doctor in Beaumont would like her to go to Boston to see two Doctors who specialized in this disease. So basically I would be really grateful to you and the Balbriggan.net team if you could give a mention to some fund raising activities which some of Gretta's friends and relations are trying to organise in the coming weeks to help out with any treatment costs that she is going to incur.more |
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| Balbriggan
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Carolina/Balbriggan Wedding We received the following email recently, Hi Tony, I am sending you these pictures of my sister Alison who got married yesterday (27th August) in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA and hope you can put them on the site. Alison, who is a daughter of Jack & Attracta Campbell, (Two true Balbriggan people originally from Clonard Street), married her fiancé of 5 years, Mr Mark Yoder. On behalf of the Campbell family, we'd like to welcome Mark to our ranks and having visited here a few times before, he is now officially an adopted son of the town. We wish them both the best of everything in the future. Best regards, Eric Campbell. Thanks Eric for the photos, we wish Alison and Mark all the very best. Click on the thumbnail to view pics. 01.09.08 |
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| Olive
Walsh is 88 Today. Born Olive Scott in 1920 in Drogheda, she was reared in Skerries and in 1950 she married "The Golsh", Paddy Walsh and they had 2 daughters, Patricia and Margaret. Apparently she gets up every morning a 7, loves parties, bingo and meeting her friends. She has 7 Grand Children, 3 Great Grandchildren and 1 son in law, Charlie. We wish Olive many more years of good health. Click on the thumbnail to see how we caught her out today. 31.08.08 |
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Street Reunion The residence of Chapel Street held a reunion party in the Milestone on Friday night the 29th. A large crowd turned up from all over the world, places like Kerry and Birmingham, to view photographs and share memories of times past. Our Tony was invited along to take a few "snaps" and he returned to the office worse the ware for drink. Anyway, he got some great photos and he promised that the pictures would be on the web by Sunday. Click on the thumbnail to view almost 20 photographs. Enjoy.30.08.08 |
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| Balbriggan
FC Awards Night at City North Hotel Balbriggan Football Club held their awards night recently in the City North Hotel. Our Tony was there working for the Fingal Independent so we have about 10 photographs of the night to bring you. Click on the thumbnail and see who you can recognise. |
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Brady & Hand 1982 The photos by PJ just get better and better. Today's offering is a gem of a photograph and it was taken by the strand in August 1982. Again, the quality is first class. We must ask PJ what cameras and lenses he was using then. The other photograph we have for you today is of the cottages on Hampton Street which, according to the FCC web site, are the only buildings in Balbriggan with any sort of preservation. Skerries, on the other hand, have the whole town center preserved, we wonder why! Click on the thumbnail to view. 27.08.08 |
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| Local
Girl Gets Married Catriona Pyne, daughter of Ned, got married on Saturday 22nd August in Balbriggan to Karl Casey from Rush. Looking stunning, Catriona arrived at the Church with her proud Dad and Mam Brenda. The Celebrant was Fr. John Stokes from Swords and his easy style made for a lovely celebration. It was a very joyous day for the happy couple and as Ned said in his speech, they make each other laugh. The weather wasn't on their side but it didn't matter as the Ballymascanlon Hotel in Dundalk had laid on a beautiful room for the photographs and great fun was had here with Lynnette & Tony. Catriona, all we will say is that you got one of the nicest, kindest, and most mannerly man we have ever photographed and he also has got a beautiful woman with a really special personality. We at B.net wish you and Karl all the very best Love and Happiness for years to come. Thank you both. Click on the thumbnail to view several photographs. 26.08.08 |
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comes to Balbriggan We have no details whatsoever on this photograph but it's probably the 1980's in John D's. Hopefully someone will send in the names. The second photo is one taken last week of neighbors on Hampton Street, Teresa Kennedy and Tony McLoughlin asked our Tony if he would take their photo and drop it into them which we will do very shortly. More from PJ classic collection tomorrow. 26.08.08 |
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Football Team Visit Balbriggan A football team from Winterbach/St. Wendel area (under 15’s) participated in a football tournament in Blanchardstown over the weekend. The Fingal Invitational Harmony Cup is organised by Fingal County Council and this year was held in Verona F.C. grounds in Blanchardstown. A number of local teams participated in the tournament along with teams from Northern Ireland and Germany. Balbriggan F.C. (under 16’s) won the ladies tournament. More on this story to follow…. Due to the close ties between Balbriggan and St. Wendel, the footballers from Winterbach/St. Wendel paid a visit to Balbriggan on Sunday where Cathaoirleach of Balbriggan Town Council, Councillor Sean Brown and the elected members of Balbriggan hosted a reception in the Town Hall. Sean gave them an official welcome to Balbriggan and brought them on a walk around the town. Click on thumbnail to see photogtaphs. |
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Yard in 1983 by PJ Cullen It has been suggested that we rename to www.PJ Cullen.net. We are so excited about our new collection of photographs by PJ Cullen, they really are something special. Today's offering is of particular interest to us as it is an aerial photograph of where our Tony now lives. It's now Hampton Green but more commonly known as "Murphy's Yard". Taken in 1983 it shows how this part of the town has changed over the years, the old house, "Laragh" now gone, can be seen on Church Street beside Sunshine House. Click to enlarge. 25.08.08 |
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County Cricket Club New Web Site On a point of local interest North County Cricket Club have a new web site up and running. The site will give details of upcoming events as well as all the teams results. North County have Teams which cater for all levels; from Under 11's right up to Senior 1 cricket. The Ladies section is also very well catered for. All details are now available on www.northcountycricketclub.net. All at www.Balbriggan.net wish North County the best of luck in the Antalis Cup final at Clontarf on Saturday 30th August starting at 11 am, and in the Irish Senior Cup Final at Strabane on Friday 5th September starting at 12 noon. Click on theumbail to visit new site.24.08.08jc |
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Dozer Another classic photograph by PJ Cullen today. This one was taken on the strand in April 1982. The Dozer had a barber shop in the town and on many occasions when he was half way through cutting someone's hair he'd ask for the money and then go across the road for a quick drink and would forget to come back. It wasn't unusual to see people walking around the town with one side of their head with a different style to the other side. A real town character. Each day we are receiving names for PJ's photos so have a look back at some of the previous entries. More tomorrow. Click to enlarge. 23.08.08 |
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| 1987
PJ Cullen Photograph Today's offering from "The PJ Cullen Collection". We have most of the names here but feel free to send us your ones. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 22.08.08 Update. We have all the names thanks to Adrian Hammond. |
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| Balbriggan
VTOS Students The Balbriggan VTOS students launched their very own art exhibition in Balbriggan Library on Monday 18th of August. This exhibition showcases the variety of work the students have undertaken while on the VTOS course and runs until the 5th of September. We would like to extend our thanks to Lily Darcy, their art teacher, and the students themselves for all their hard work and commitment to achieving such a high level of work. We would like to thank Assumpta and Colm in the library for all their help in organising the event. And last but not least Balbriggan.net for coming down on the night to take some photos. VTOS is now recruiting students for the next year so if you are interested in furthering your education please drop down to the library to see the exhibition and pick up some leaflets on the course. Alternatively, visit www.fingaladulteducation.ie or ring the Swords office at 01 – 8408946 for more information.Finally, we would like to congratulate the second year students on achieving a FETAC Level 5 certificate in Business Studies, and best of luck in your future careers and studies.Click on the thumbnail to see some of the students.20.08.08 |
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| 1986
PJ Cullen Photograph As promised yesterday, here is another from "The PJ Cullen Collection". We have some of the names and we will bring them to you later today but if you spot anyone, please email us. Also included is an 1971 advert. Click on thunbnail to enlarge. 20.08.08 |
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| Another
PJ Cullen 1980's Photograph Today's photo is a real gem, taken on Bath Road in the 1980's, it shows 3 boys and 3 girls probably playing football. If you recognise anyone, please let us know. More tomorrow from "The PJ Cullen Collection". Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo. 19.08.08 Update. We have all the names for this photograph courtesy of Jacqueline Guildea. Our apologies it's 6 girls and no boys..ooops |
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PJ Cullen Collection on B.net Balbriggan photographer in the 1980's PJ Cullen, has very kindly given us some classic photographs to display on B.net. They range from the late 1970's to the early 1990's and as a photographer, the quality is top notch and we are sure that his collection will go down a bomb with B.net surfers. We are going to bring you a few photos every few days over the coming weeks from PJ's collection and we will require your help with some of the names. We sincerely thank PJ for his generosity and we wish him and Suzanne a safe journey back to Sydney. It was a real pleasure for us to meet up PJ of whom we had heard so much about. Click on the thumbnail to see the first 4 photographs from his collection. 19.08.08 |
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| PJ
Cullen & Suzanne Toomey at the Milestone A few words from PJ Special thanks to Jimmy and Damian Reilly and all the staff of the Milestone. Also Ben McGonagle who was a guest guitarist on the night and Peter Baxter from Troy Horse in Railway street for supplying the P.A System. Watch Balbriggan.net for the next gig in 12 months. Anyone coming to Sydney and would like to catch up with PJ and his band Blackwater, email him at patrickcullen54@hotmail.com We hope to have some photos of the night very shortly. 19.08.08 |
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"Coco" Richardson RIP It is with great sadness that we announce the passing away of this well known and well loved character. Anthony, 47, passed away yesterday, 16th August peacefully after a short illness. From Craoibhin Park, he will be sadly missed by his mother, brothers and sisters. A huge fan of Elvis, he passed away on the singers anniversary. Thanks Anthony, for all the memories and we extend our deepest sympathies to all his family. Funeral Mass tomorrow, Monday at 10am. Anthony will be waked out from 5pm this evening in Craoibhin Park.17.08.08 |
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of St. Wendel Germany visits Balbriggan Cathaoirleach of Balbriggan Town Council, Councillor Sean Brown and the elected members of Balbriggan hosted a delegation from the town of St. Wendel on Thursday and Friday last. The visiting group comprised the Mayor of St. Wendel, Klaus Bouillon along with 18 elected members and officials. Following their arrival on Thursday afternoon, Councillor Brown accompanied the visiting group to Ardgillen Castle where they enjoyed a tour of the house and an opportunity to walk in the gardens. On their arrival in Balbriggan on Friday, Councillor Sean Brown gave the the visitors an official welcome to the Town and brought them on a walk around the town which included a visit to Bremore Castle. Sean gave a brief presentation on the history of Balbriggan and explained the massive development and population growth Balbriggan has experienced in recent times. Sean then presented the visitors with a souvenir disc containing a photo slideshow of their visit to Balbriggan produced by Tony Healy. Before leaving Balbriggan on Friday afternoon, the visiting group had time to enjoy some local hospitality in Harvey's. Click on the thumbnail to view pics. 17.08.08 |
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Outage in Balbriggan Last Night Has anyone any idea what happened last night, the electricity went off about 8pm and came back just before 11pm. It came back at intervals for about 30 seconds and then it would go again. It looked like there was a severe problem and if anyone knows what happened, please let us know. 12.08.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Rugby Club 40th Anniversary Party The City North Hotel was the venue and a Glenn Miller Band supplied the music. Presentations were made to acknowledge the performance of many of the players. Minister Trevor Sargent was also there and everybody seemed to have a great night. Click on the thumbnail to see about 10 photos. 12.08.08 |
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| 40
Years of Wavin Service. Frank Maguire and Joe Callaghan retired recently from Wavin after an amazing 40 year service with this Balbriggan company. To celebrate, work colleagues joined them in the Balrothery Inn and when we turned up they were having a great laugh. Congratulations lads, we hope you enjoy your retirement. 12.08.08 |
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Patrice Carey & Colm Monks Congratulations & Best Wishes to you both on your very Special Day. We wish you all the love & every happiness together. We wish we were there to share this very special day with you all . Lots of love, hugs & Kisses, From your nieces, God-child Lauren, Erin, Riannon & your sister Bernadette in Queensland, Australia XXXX. We hope to get a few photos and have them here on Friday. |
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Cullen Back in Town - Gig in Milestone this Thursday at 10pm This well known photographer left Balbriggan in the 90's to settle in Australia to pursue his love of music. He is now a full time musician and in a chance meeting with one of the team he introduced himself to our Tony. He sent us an email "Hi Tony, My name is P.J. Cullen now living in Australia and was the local photographer in balbriggan for a number of years.I am currently in Balbriggan for a holiday and have been doing some work in Wicklow and Carlow( i am a guitar player) I am doing a gig at the Milestone this coming Thursday with Suzanne Toomey who sings with me in Sydney and would love to let anyone know who may be interested about the gig. I know you are not a web site for gigs but this is a one off" See you there PJ. 09.08.08 |
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| B.net
gets 608 hits on Monday. The popularity of this site continues to grow. The latest statistic to reach us is that from 11pm Monday to 11pm Tuesday, we had 608 hits, the biggest we have ever received. Many thanks for supporting the site and a reminder that we are always looking for town photos going back over the years. Contact us by text, number at the bottom of the home page. 06.08.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Town Council Proposed Redrawing of Boundary |
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Photos from John & Fiona's Wedding Dominic Rafter has been back onto us with more photographs of his sons wedding. Click the thumbnail to see several more photos. |
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Rafter gets married to Fiona Carew Dominic Rafter has sent us in two photos of his sons wedding recently, Here are some photos from the wedding of John Rafter (Rafters carpets - Dublin St.) and Fiona Carew at SS Peter & Paul Church Balbriggan 02/08/08.Many thanks, Dominic Rafter. Thanks Dominic, Click on the thumbnail to view. |
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Shop to open on Clonard Street. Here is the email we received, "We are about to open a charity shop called Friends on 1 Clonard Street Balbriggan .Its in aid of the North Fingal ADD/ADHD Parent and Adult support group and also The North Fingal Autism and Aspergers Support group.We could really do with help in any of the following ways". more |
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Brigger in England feeling homesick It's a sure thing when you start to write poems about the town that you're missing it, big time. Here is the email, "Hello there balbriggan.net, iv been looking on your site as usual and i must say its very addictive, haha even when i move out of the town, still cant help have a nosey at what's going on back home". Click on the thumbnail for more. 05.08.08 |
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| Home
Page updated. Just by chance, we were checking the Home page and realised that it was out of date by about 3 years. We had updated it last year but lost it a few months back. This time, we spent a few days putting it together because the site is so popular and we have to be as professional as we can. Click on the thumbnail to read the new page. 05.08.08 |
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| Maeve
& Martin Carey 50th Wedding Anniversary Audio Visual The night of the year took place on Sat. 2nd August at Balbriggan Golf Club. Half of the town were there to share a truly great night that went into the early hours. Click on the thumbnail to download 32mb to see nearly everyone that was there. We think you'll enjoy. Don't forget, you can pause it at any time with the spacebar on your keyboard.04.08.08 |
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| 180°
View From Spicers Mill Here is a view from Spicers Mill rooftop looking out to sea on a beautiful July day 2007. Some of you may have already seen this but we have made one or two alterations to improve it. We have some big plans for the web site over the coming months so keep tuning in. Click on the thumbnail, ignore any messages your spyware or anti-virus software gives you and enjoy. 02.08.08 |
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| Wavin
apologise for Early Morning Siren Following our contact with Patrick Moore in Wavin, they have asked us to extent their "sincere apology". In a statement exclusive to B.net, it reads as follows, Dear Tony, Firstly, we apologise to everyone who was disturbed by the siren and recognise the inconvenience caused.The siren went off last night due to an unexpected fault with our fire alarm detection system. The purpose of the siren is to evacuate all people on our 24 acre site in the event of an occurrence and to initiate our emergency response procedures. This is the first time that such a fault happened since our new fire alarm system was installed over 4 years ago. We are currently investigating the reasons as to why the fault occurred with the aim of avoiding a reoccurrence.Once again, our sincere apologies. We would like to thank Patrick Moore,Technical, HSE & QA Manager for taking our call and explaining the situation.30.07.08 |
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| Italian
Student Looking for information Here is the email, Hi, my name is Semeraro Lorenzo, I'm a studend from Italy. Next Sunday I will get in your city in a host family, and durind the week I will go to dublin to studing at EF school, I have a question: How much is a Weekly Ticket to Dublin by train? and there are also buses? and the last question: If I want to go to dublin in the evening to go for example to dance, how i can do it? Are there night buses? Sorry for my english, Thank you. Semeraro Lorenzo. If you answer his questions, his email address is seme86atalice.it Change the "at" to @ .......................30.07.08 |
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Raid Siren this Morning in Balbriggan We heard this early this morning and at first we thought we were dreaming and then we realised it was for real. Out came our recording equipment and we recorded some. Years ago, the fire brigade station in the town used this method to to alert its fire fighters. Click on the thumbnail to hear the "Balbriggan Siren" and if anyone knows why it sounded this morning, please let us know. 30.07.08 Update, We are been told it was Wavin, more details when we get it. |
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| Roberts,
Driscoll or Priscoll-- Help Required. We have received this email this morning from Peter Richards and he is researching his family tree and he knows that his great grandmother Anne Roberts was baptised in Balbriggan on 03/01/1829. Click here to read his mail. 30.07.08 |
| 180°Town
View From Hotel Roof Today we bring you an unusual view of the town, from the rooftop of The Bracken Court Hotel. We managed to photograph Dublin street to Drogheda street and everything in between and have merged the photographs into one. It's 3 mb and you have to download it but its worth it as the view is spectacular. Click on the thumbnail to start the download. We hope you enjoy. 29.07.08 |
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| PlayStation
Photographic Competition At Balbriggan Library Entries Accepted all day Wednesday 6th August CMS Marketing , Penguin Books and Fingal County Libraries present Picture Perfect with PlayStation More details here |
| Balbriggan
Credit Union Extension. The Michael Horan Wing is its official name and it was officially opened last week by Minister Trevor Sargent. B.net was there in strength and Jack and Martin recorded the event. Some great photos, click on the thumbnail to view. 29.07.08 |
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| Cattle
on Bridge Street in 1930's and Black Rocks 1910 & 1980 We are certainly spoiling you here today, 26th July. First photo is a classic, 1930's with cattle been driven down Bridge Street before they head down Quay Street. Those of you who know their cars may be able to help us date this more accurately. The next photo you will see will last for 4 seconds before it transforms into a similar photo taken 70 years previously. Thanks to Benton/Curtis for today's collection. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy. 26.07.08 |
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| The
Sack of Balbriggan. For those new to the town here is a synopsis of what happened in Sept. 1920. The War of Independence was a dark period in the history of Balbriggan as it was for many areas in Ireland. But the Sack of Balbriggan in September 1920 was a sad night for the town when the Black and Tans based in Gormanston Barracks sacked and burned 25 houses, the Deedes Templars Mill, and a small factory in the town. This was in reprisal for the killing of Detective Inspector Peter Burke of the Royal Irish Constabulary (R.I.C.) Several people were arrested and two local men, Seamus Lawless and Sean Gibbons were bayoneted to death. A plaque on the bridge on Bridge Street commemorates the location and date of their death. A commission was later set up in the United States to investigate the outrages being committed, and money was raised in the USA to rebuild the areas of the town affected. We hope that account gives some understanding as to the situation here in the 1920's. Click on the thumbnail to view some photographs taken in around this time. 26.07.08 |
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| Another
Slide Show with Music Today we have another slide show for you. We took a walk up through Hampton Green, Curran Park and down by the new roundabout and then down Dublin Street and beyond. This show has a few surprises and well worth a look. Click on the thumbnail and then click "Save" or "Run". You may get a warning by your anti-virus software but just click ok to continue. It's 15 MB so it will take about 2 minutes to download. Let us know what you think of it. 20.07.08 |
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| Local
boy skydive in US We received this email from Alison, Folks, I am attaching a picture of my brother Eric [Campbell] who did his first tandem skydive in North Carolina in the US July 12th. Eric and I are children of Jack and Attracta Campbell of Clonard Street originally and they now live in Curran Park. The skydive was at 14,000 ft, with a freefall lasting about a minute at 120 mph down to 6,000 ft where the chute was deployed. Thanks Alison for the great photos. Click on the thumbnail to view them.20.07.08 |
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| Early
1990's Harbour Photo Here are a few great photos for you today thanks to Shane McAleer. It shows the fishing boats sheltering in the harbour as a very strong easterly wind blows. We are always on the lookout for photographs with a Balbriggan theme so if you have some that would interest others, please email us. Click on the thumbnails to see today's photos. 17.07.08 |
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| BMX
Racing in 1983 Another photo from The Benton/Curtis Collection and this one shows the BMX Cycletrack which proved very popular in the '80's. Today, we have Arvato Digital, The Passport Office & Fingal Recycling on this spot. When you think about it, there was cycling here in 1983 and recycling in 2008, how times have changed. Click on the thumbnail to see the before and after. 17.07.08 |
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| 1980's
News. Truck Hits Conefry's Pub We have been asked to bring you this photo again. It happened in the '80's when a truck lost control coming down the hill and crashed into a pub which is now the Deli Burger. There a several young lads in the photo and we have enlarged them so if anyone has names or more information about the crash. please let us know. Click thumbnail to enlarge. 16.07.08 |
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| Nancy
Richardson School Photo Here is a great school photo of local woman Nancy Richardson that we have come across in a key ring photo viewer. We actually don't know what they are called but apparently they were very popular in the early '70's when a photographer came around to every class, took everyone's photo and about a week later you got a key ring that you could look into to see your photo. We have taken a photo of the key ring to see if it stirs anyone's memories. The slide inside the viewer is tiny but we can enlarge if anyone wants. Click on the thumbnail to see Nancy and the Key Ring. 16.07.08 |
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| Fingal
County Council Civic Reception for Bracken Boxing Club The Mayor of Fingal County Council, Councillor Michael O’Donovan hosted a civic reception for Bracken Boxing Club in County Hall, Swords on Monday 14th July 2008 to recognise the achievements of the club and to honour two Bracken boxers, Gerard Whitehouse and Jason Mates who were successful in the All-Ireland Boxing Championship held in the National Stadium in April 2008. Gerard was crowned All-Ireland Champion in the Boys 2 Category – 52 kgs. Jason was a finalist in the All-Ireland Finals in the Boys 4 Category – 50 kgs. more |
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| Unemployed,
looking for Work? Here is an email we received recently, Hi there, I would appreciate it if you could put this information up about a Business Administration and ICT Skills course available to those who are unemployed. We are holding information evenings next week and anyone interested in the course is welcome to come along.13.07.08 |
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Book Updated The Guest Book has been updated with new entries. Please check them as some are from people looking for information. Any entries without a "Comment" or with a comment like "Great site" will not be published. 12.07.08 |
| Major
Roadwork's in Balbriggan We go over to England for a week and when we come back the town is all dug up with several roads closed. Actually, they are doing some great work, putting the electric cables underground and upgrading the sewer system at the same time. The sewer upgrade was to happen next year but Balbriggan Town Council insisted on bringing it forward so as to cause as little disruption as possible. Click on the thumbnail to see what's happening. 12.07.08 |
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| Flash
Floods Hit Balbriggan Can you believe it, July 2008 and floods cause severe damage in this north Dublin Town. The water was so high that it closed off Georges Square, Bridge Street and parts of Drogheda Street. Click on the thumbnail to see the damage. There are no reports of injuries. . 03.07.08 |
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| How
much is a Weekly Ticket to Dublin by Train? We have a Spanish student trying to budget their money and they want to know how much it cost by train to travel to Dublin? Answers to info at Balbriggan.net please. The Irish Rail web site doesn't give the price. Update, thanks to Rob, we have sent the prices to the spanish student. |
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Birdy Creighton Here is a man we had heard lots about, but we were still willing to be friendly when we met him last night. Initially we bumped into Meg Donnelly and she intoduced us to the "Birdy Creighton" and Johnny Monks. Birdy was in great form and it was difficult to get a serious answer to any question. It was a pleasure to meet you all last night and we hope you get to see your photo on the town's most popular web site. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and to see what the Birdy did when we asked him how the fishing was going. 02.07.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Harbour Panorama One of the team was down at the harbour last night and he noticed that it looked rather well with the setting sun, blue sky, tide in etc. He took 6 photographs and merged them all into one photo. We have made it 1280 pixels wide so those with large monitors should see it full screen but for those with small monitors you will have to scroll to the right to see the entire photo. Click on the thumbnail to view. 02.07.08 |
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| Irish
Coast Guard Helicopter Lands in Balbriggan. Damien Prout & Robert Cashell have sent us in some photos they captured on saturday last. The Irish Coast Guard had a training exercise on Hampton Cove Green. Click on the thumbnail to view. |
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| Flowers
on Georges Square Balbriggan Town Council in conjunction with the Tidy Towns Committee have erected floral displays on Georges Square to add some colour to the Square over the summer months.If you are interested in becoming involved in the Tidy Towns Committee, please contact the Town Council office on 01-8412178. To see the beautiful collection just click on the thumbnail and smell the flowers-----well you know what we mean. 30.06.08 |
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| Is
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| 1930's
Balbriggan Photographs. Today we bring you some more from the Canning Collection. Jack & Lily Canning lived on Dublin Street opposite the Bank of Ireland. Lily worked in the cinema and her mother was Mrs Mangan. Lily's grand uncle was Thomas Mangan of Smyco who personally made the underwear for Queen Victoria. Click on the thumbnail to view several photographs which we hope you enjoy. 29.06.08 |
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| ALDI
Coming to Balbriggan According to the Evening Herald "DISCOUNT supermarket giants Aldi have been given the go-ahead to build 107 apartments as part of a major mixed-use scheme in north county Dublin..... Fingal County Council has given the German chain permission for a major new store and housing complex in five blocks in Balbriggan. The Balbriggan scheme will be built at Clonard Hill in the "major town centre" zoning area, with a new boulevard facing a plaza at the shopping centre entrance. The buildings will be three and four-storeys in height and most of the car parking will be underground."27.06.08 |
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| 1972
Wavin Book Annual Outing & Santa Wavin had an annual day trip for it's employees and partners and in 1972 the went on the "Radio Train" from Balbriggan to Waterford and then by bus to Tramore and we have a few photos of this trip. Also they provided a Santa for the towns kids and we have lots of these photos for you today. We have names for most of the photographs and we have made the pictures nice and big for your enjoyment. We sincerely thank "Richie Richardson" for supplying the book. Click on the thumbnail and enjoy. 26.06.08 |
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| Mystery
Man on Balbriggan Beach This classic photo was sent into us in 2005 and we loved it. It shows a businessman in a suit, complete with suitcase, walking away from the waters edge and it intrigued us so much as to what he was doing on the beach at 6.15 am, that we asked the B.net surfers to come up with a caption. We got some great ones. Click on the thumbnail to view and read the captions. The winner was " he should have gone to Specsavers...." 25.06.08 |
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| 1950's
Balbriggan Postcards Here are some town Postcards from the 1950's that we have shown before but we reckon it was about 3 years ago. The first shows Bridge Street looking up towards the square and the second one is a collection of town photos including the square and the harbour. Click on the thumbnail to view. 25.06.08 |
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| Jeanine
& Karl Tie The Knot in Balbriggan Jeanine from Stamullen & Karl from Wigan got married in St. Peter & Paul's church on Saturday with Fr. Michael Murtagh as celebrant. It was then off to the Grand Hotel in Malahide for the reception and photographs. Even though the weather was against us, we managed to get a group shot at the church and some lovely ones outside the hotel. Jeanine is a school teacher in St. Molaga's School. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photos by local wedding photographers Lynnette & Tony. 23.06.08 |
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| Public
Meeting in Town Hall We received the following email,Hi, I would just like advise that there is a public meeting in the Town Hall this Saturday to explore the possibility of starting a Transition Town group in Balbriggan, see flyer below: -(See attached file: Balbriggan In Transition Flyer - new.jpg) For more info on Transition Town, see article from the Evening Herald or the Facebook page Balbriggan In Transition Evening Herald l Kind Regards Cllr. Stephen Kilgallon. Click on the thumbnail to read the flyer. 24.06.08 |
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| Congratulations
O'Dwyers We received the following email, Hi all,just wondering would it be possible to post a CONGRATULATIONS to the U12 and U13 girls teams in O'Dwyers who both won there leagues Undefeated this year. Both teams put a lot of hard work in both on the training field and the playing field. |
| Balbriggan.net
Jeep One of the local car showrooms were so impressed with our B.net Jeep that they brought it into their showroom so we could get a "Studio" photograph of it. If anyone in the town has a nice or unusual car and would like us to digitally respray it, get in touch with us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge.23.06.08 |
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| Sean
Carey is rightly Stumped. Sean Carey goes to Balrothery National School and recently they won a cup in the 10's (Cricket) and under division. Today is his turn to have the Cup and he has requested that his photo appear on the town's most popular web site. Well done to Sean and all the team. Click on thumbnail to enlarge 23.06.08 |
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| 1883
Smyco Memo. Today we bring you another memo from "The Canning Collection". This one is dated 1883 and is in great condition except the the writing has penetrated to the back and because there is also writing there, it can be difficult to read. To counteract this problem we have upped the contrast of both scans and soon we hope to have a typed version under the memo. We have made it big as possible for your enjoyment. Click on the thumbnail to read a piece of history going back 125 years. 23.06.08 |
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| David
& Des School Photo. Ok, here is another school photo and this time it's of David & Des Darragh. They went to Balrothery National School and this photo was taken in 1970. The boys lived on High Street at the time. Get those school photos coming in to us either by hand or email. Click to enlarge. 23.06.08 |
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| Melissa
Kinsella's Hen Party We received this email today along with a great photo," Hi,Just dropping a line, 20 of us fellow balbrigganers went down to carrick on Shannon for my hen party (Melissa Kinsella) over the week-end and would love if you could put our picture up on balbriggan.net. The kiernan girls pictured in the foto are on the balbriggan.net website from when they were little girls in Derham park so I thought we should update it to show how much they have grown" Thanks Melissa for that, looks like you all had a great time. Click on thumbnail to enlarge. |
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| Launch
of Painting Exhibition By Des Hamilton. Local man Des Hamilton launched his first solo painting exhibition in his Seahourse Gallery at unit 9,Balbriggan Business Park which was attended by a large crowd.This exhibition is well worth a visit as it features a large range of local scenes.The exhibition runs to the end of June and as Des would say all are welcome to come along and view his work.Many thanks to Michael Reilly,Des,and our team member Martin for the photos on the night.Click on thumbnail to view photos 19.06.08MF |
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| Balbriggan
Cricket Club Tommy Geraghty, a good friend of ours here, has asked us to put a photo of the team on the site and we are delighted to oblige. We also have head shots of all the team and a great one of Ozzy Raze and Sean Malone. Drop into Ozzy in Oz Sports on Dublin street and say hello and hear his wonderful Dublin accent. Click on the thumbnail to view. 19.06.08 |
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| ALERT
- HAVE YOU SEEN THIS VEHICLE? Staff from Ireland's most popular Community Website (according to Google) are out and about promoting the NEW, on-line Business Directory. Keep your eyes peeled for this vehicle. The first TEN people spotting the new livery win a mention on the site and a Balbriggan keyring. (PS It's no good looking for us in Cork, Mayo or Canada - cos it's NOT US). Click on thumbnail to enlarge |
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Town Council Cathaoirleach Elected. Sean Brown has been elected as Cathaoirleach (Chairperson) of Balbriggan Town Council at their recent AGM. Sean takes over from May McKeon who did sterling work and saw the introduction of webcasting the Town Council meetings. Speaking exclusively to B.net, Sean told us that he was "..looking forward to the year ahead and the many exciting changes that will be taking place, and that the elected representatives on the Town Council are given increased powers to represent the community that they serve and most importantly, to protect the more vulnerable of our community". 18.06.08 |
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| O'Dwyers
GAA Parachute Jump Congratulations to everybody who did a Parachute Jump at 10,000ft for O'Dwyers GAA club on Sunday 8th of June.17 jumpers and many supporters got up at the crack of dawn to get the bus down to Clonbullogue in Offaly to do the Parachute Jump. As they arrived down at 8.30am the weather was overcast and not looking promising for the jump. Click on the thumbnail for more details and photographs. 17.06.08 |
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| Martin
Finnegan Benefit Night |
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| Balbriggan
Town Council First Webcast. Brian Murray from Balbriggan Town Council has asked us to inform all about this development. More details to follow shortly. Click on the thumbnail to view the web cast. Click here to enlarge photo. Balbriggan Town Council to Webcast Council Meetings In a unique and interesting move forward, Balbriggan Town Council has commenced recording its Council Meetings from the Council Chamber in the Town Hall, Georges Square. The first meeting to be recorded was the statutory meeting held on Tuesday last, 10th June 2008. Intitially, the meetings will only be available in archived format on the balbriggan.ie website from the day after each meeting has happened, allowing people to view previous discussions that have taken place. It is envisaged that forthcoming Town Council Meetings will also be available to watch live on the website in the near future. |
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| Does
anyone remember Michael Whelan? Here is an email we received recently, "My father was a well know man in balbriggan years ago when he used to do a vegetable round his name was Michael (The Cooner) Whelan does anybody remember him this was about 26 years ago he would deliver in the likes of bath road, fancourt heights, derham and craobhinn park, chapel street and other areas.Yours Alan Whelan" Answers via the Guest Book please. Thanks for the email Alan, would you have a photograph that you could scan and email to us of your Dad? 11.06.08 |
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Finn RIP It is with great sadness that we bring you the news that Eddie Finn has passed away. Here is an email we received from his granddaughter, Alex Murphy. "Eddie born John Finn every one new him as eddie finn. Born in mayo, lived in kildare, was in the army and meet my nan ( May Finn nee Donnelly) of 1 Fullen terrace, while stationed below at Gormanstown barracks. they lived at 37 Derham Park and raised there 5 children and a few grandchilren as well , There was Pauline Finn, Damien Finn, Christpher Finn ,Thris Finn and Dominic Finn, they have 11 grand children and 13 great grand children with Abbey that has passed making that a total of 14, and one new addition dylan who is the great great grand child, eddie also worked in the A.I.B bank in town, well know all over the town, friend to all, his love of fish and cooking, he made great friends with all local fishermen. They moved back to 1 fullen terrace and spent many happy times there. never a man to complain or put others out he went as he lived life, fast and quick. he was one in a million who loved live and had great time for all." On behalf of all us here at B.net, we extend our deepest sympathies. 11.06.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Nick Names The last time we brought you this was in December 2006 so for those new to the site, we thought we'd resurrect it. Balbriggan is famous for "Nick Names" and here is a list we compiled from the large number of emails we got. Click on the thumbnail to see a list, it makes for great reading. 09.06.08 |
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| Balbriggan/Balrothery
School Photo Here is a brilliant idea and it has come from the person who suggested the nick names on the site, and look how popular that was. Our Ralph, Ralph Richardson, has suggested that people send in their school photo. Remember, a photographer came around and took a photo of every pupil and to get the ball rolling, Ralph has sent in his photo with his brother Jim. Spot anyone in the background? Click on the thumbnail to enlarge.09.06.08 |
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| A
new chapter opens for Mr & Mrs Sheehy. When it comes to wedding photography in north County Dublin, Tony & Lynnette of PhotographyPlus re-write the book. A follow up on yesterdays wedding, click on the thumbnail to enlarge. |
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| Melissa
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| Local
Artist Paintings on show in Seahorse Gallery. Dear Balbriggan.net, This is Des Hamilton here. Just a line to let you know that I am having an exhibition of my own paintings in Seahorse Gallery, unit 9 Balbriggan Business Park, very near the post office sorting office. opening on the 5th of June at 7.30pm, All are welcome to attend. My work is generally of local scenes. I'm sending an image for yor info. Kind Regards,Des. |
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anyone help here? We received this email today, it is quite difficult to read as there were no punctuation, so here goes "Dear Administrator, Can you help in anyway. My Tyrrell ancestors were born in Balbriggan. First John Tyrrell married Catherine McManus no dates, 2nd, Hugh married Catherine Murphy bon 1829. Hugh was Mate on fishing vessel Cecelia Master and 3 of crew all lived in Balbriggan 1 from Wicklow, 3rd John Joseph married Mary Anne Cardiff both born 1872 they had 6 children my Mother being one. Mary Anne died in child birth in1906.Any info will be very welcome especially would like to know what type of vessel the Cecelia was I know through census she was in Whitehaven Cumbria in 1871.Again many thanks if you can help in any way or advise on sites where help can be provided. Yours sincerely Frank Wright." 03.06.08 |
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& Owners Reunited. We are pleased to report that "Judy" has been returned to her owners, the Cannon's on Baths road. She is only 6 months old and this morning, the people who found Judy, contacted Lissen Hall Vets and managed to get and address of a recently spayed terrier. Thanks to P & B on Seapoint for keeping us up to date on this one. Another happy ending. Isn't life wonderful. 03.06.08 |
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| Aren't
we lucky to live in a beautiful town? Well, it's beautiful when the sun shines, when the tide is in at the harbour, when the roads aren't been dug up. Seriously though, it's only when you bring visitors to our beach and they are dumbstruck by its beauty and clamour to get a photograph of it, that you realise, this is a beautiful spot and there to be enjoyed by all. Where else in Fingal would you get it? Click on the thumbnail to see 2 photographs taken yesterday at 6pm. 03.06.08 |
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| Dog
Found on Balbriggan Beach A small has been found on the beach on Saturday, "Would you please put this photograph of of this lost Terrier on Balbriggan.net in an effort to find it`s owner. She was on the beach on Saturday I came accross her this morning. It has just been spayed and has an Elizabethan collar and still has some stitches intact. Have informed the Garda and local dog carers." If anyone recognoises this dog and knows who its owner is, please contact us here at the site, info at balbriggan.net or contact the Garda station. It's a lovely little dog not long out of the vets .Click on the thumbnail to enlarge the photo.02.06.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Fiction Book Coming Soon. Here is an email we received recently, "I have written to you in the past. I am a writer whose first book is titled "Balbriggan: A Novel of Love and Deceit in the Time of the Irish Troubles". It should be in print by this autumn. I will be in Ireland from May 26th - June 3rd. I was wondering if you would be available at any time during that period. I used your website for much of the research I did while writing my book. I would very much like to meet you and members of the town to put a personal touch on the book. My great-grandfather was Jeremiah O'Shea from County Kerry and my great-grandmother was Mary O'Sullivan from County Cork. I actually dreamed the plot of my book and found Balbriggan during a search for a town near Dublin". Well, our Jack & Tony met up with Becky & Carl Cafouros from Indianapolis and they brought them around the town and pointed out the historic sites. A lovely couple and we look forward to reading the book when it comes out. Click on the thumbnail to see some photos. 02.06.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Guide Dog Fundraising. The Balbriggan branch of the Guide Dog for the blind had a fundraising walk this weekend. We don't have much information on the event but our Jack was there on behalf of B.net to get a few photos. It looks as if they headed to Balscadden and McCormacks in particular, probably spent a few hours there, sure why not. We hope a good time was had by all. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 02.06.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Ladies Enter "The Flora Mini Marathon" 7 locals headed into Dublin today to enter the Mini Marathon and join the other 40,000. This gang know our Jack and asked him to come along and take a photo of them heading off and he duly obliged. We hope you all had a good time. We don't have any names so if anyone wants to supply them, please do. Update. We now have all the names. Click on the thumbnail to see the group photo. |
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Cashell Celebrates His 18th Birthday The Milestone was the place to be on Friday night when family and friends gathered to celebrate Stephens 18th Birthday. Music was by Bert and George and a great night was had by all.Click on thumbnail to view some photos taken on the night. Photos by Martin Fanning |
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| Balbriggan
Students Receive Graduations in Rush Youthreach FETAC We received an email recently from Georgina O’Grady, "A high percentage of the students that attend courses in the centre are from Balbriggan and it would be great to have the photographs on their local website". Click on the thunbnail to see if you recognoise anyone. 01.06.08 |
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| Viaduct
Casting Comes Crashing Down. One of the castings from the Viaduct came crashing to the ground on Sunday 25th. There are a total of 22 castings spanning the 11 arches and it looks as if the casting split in the middle. It's a Godsend that no-one was hurt. The Council were busy today supporting each casting with wire to the railing above.The Railway Viaduct was completed in 1844 to facilitate the building of the Dublin to Drogheda Railway which was officially opened on 15th March 1844 when a steam locomotive "The Nora Creina" pulling seven carriages and with 565 passengers aboard, covered a distance from Clontarf Embankment to Drogheda in 98 minutes. Click on the thumbnail. 28.05.08 |
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| More
1960's Sunshine House Photos. We have over a hundred of these photos that were given to us by Seamus Fearon of Sunshine house. We are trying to keep all these photos together so that when visitors with a specific interest in Sunshine House come upon the site, they have it all within easy reach. We have added another 5 of these photos and amongst them is one of our all time favourite photographs, a group of "Shiners" getting on the train but with one lad looking back at the camera. Click on the thumbnail al scroll down the page to see the latest additions. 25.05.08 |
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| Balbriggan.net
Workers meet to demand shorter hours. The four anchor men of this web site got together today to demand shorter hours. Management have agreed to their demands and have cut their lunch hour to 20 minutes. While the 4 were together, we took the opportunity to get a photo of these guys as the last "Group" photo was taken in 2003 and can be seen on the home page. The thumbnail photo looks like something out of "Charlie's Angels". Click on the thumbnail to see a few photos of the guys before they got the bad news about their hours. 25.05.08 |
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| "Twigs",
The Latest Flower Shop in Balbriggan,. Jeanette Walsh and her business partner, John, have kindly invited us into their shop. Situated on the corner of Church/Hampton Street, Jeanette tells us that business is "Blooming Great" and that weddings are the business they are concentrating at the moment. Jeanette is a big fan of B.net and is keen to show her expertise in floral arrangement. Click on the thumbnail to view inside their shop and Jeanette tells us that if you mention that you have seen her on B.net, you'll get preferential treatment and maybe even a discount. Thanks guys for allowing us in. Click on Jeanette to see what they sell. 25.05.08. Update. We forgot to tell you that Jeanette is a fully qualified master Florists having received her qualifications in Holland in 2007. |
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| Balbriggan
Special Needs Group need our Texts Martin and Tony are involved with this wonderful group of parents,young adults and children and are on call for photo shots and parties when required.Spokesperson Nora Roban,Martin and Tony would ask our many surfers to the site to Text the word Balbriggan followed by the letter C to 53099 as they are shortlisted for the AIB Better Ireland Programme and they have a chance of winning a grant of 10000euro.Lines close on the6th June 08.Im sure you are texting already. Please support this very worthy cause and we will let you know how they get on.Click on thumbnail to view photos by Martin and Tony....... Please.Text and Thank you all. |
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| New
Balbriggan Key Rings, Now Available in the shops. The Balbriggan Key Rings always prove very popular. This year we have included some night time views of the town, we have a lovely shot of the Martello tower along with the usual ones of the Harbour, the Lighthouse and the Train Station. Don't forget, you get 2 photos in each Key Ring. Click on the thumbnail to see the views you can buy and a list of stockists. 20.05.08 |
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Change
of Programme of Events of Balbriggan Historical Society. Tuesday
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| Fun
Fair arrives in Balbriggan. Big Wheel, Bumper Cars etc, it's all there on the Ring road at the top of Clonard Hill. We took a few photos today and we may go back tonight. Click on the thumbnail. 17.05.08 |
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| Iceland
& Sweden Boxing Clubs in Balbriggan. Balbriggan Town Council held a reception for both teams in the council offices and Monica Harford was in charge of precedings. Also there were members of Bracken boxing club, the sports development officer for Fingal CC, Niall McGuirk, Minister Trevor Sargent TD among others. We also managed to get an interview with the Icelandic coach. Click on the thumbnail to view the photos. 16.05.08 |
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| The
Sea Scouts & '79 Town Commissioners. That's just two of the photos we bring you today from "The Martin Fanning Collection". We don't have all the details yet but hopefully Martin & Joe can help us out with names etc. We have brought you the Sea Scouts photo before, that was 3 years ago, so no harm to show to our new visitors . Update: We now have some of the names. Update. We now have a lot of the names. Click on the thumbnail to enjoy. 16.05.08 |
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| The
Guest Book has been updated. We couldn't place all the recent messages on the guest book as it would take too long. We have made some more changes to where you sign the book which should speed things up at this end when we want to publish the entries. |
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thank you, Wow, there has been some response to our call for help and to test our new Guest Book. Thanks especially to the Dreamweaver users who contacted us to point out some errors on the site and to offer some help. To those who offered on help on this front, all we need is about 10 minutes of your time, we are just having one problem that we can’t solve which is preventing us from using CS3. The amount of good wishes to the site is just unbelievable and we are thrilled that so many people appreciate the work that goes into this community site. We are now at 400 hits per 24 hours. We are on the lookout again for some 1970’s and ’80’s Balbriggan photos. We keep meeting people and they tell us “I have some great photos for the site, I must get them over to you”, so people like Dave McCutchen, please, please get some photos to us. On another note, was nice to meet Tommy Geraghty the other day, Tommy has done some great work for the site. Finally, we hope to add the Guest Book comments to the site later today. Thanks again. 15.05.08 |
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| New
Guest Book. Our technical department are getting very adventurous and writing their own computer script, Perl. We were getting so much spam on our guest book that we have been forced to create our own. We just hope it works, so if anyone wants to say a quick hello to us and test our new software, please do. 13.05.08 |
| Having
a bad day? In case you are having such a day, have a look at this photo of "Holly" been washed and like most dogs she hates it more than anything else. No need to say anymore. 13.05.08 |
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| Fingal
Freddy comes to Balbriggan. In case you didn't know, Fingal Freddy is the mascot of new local team "Sporting Fingal". The reason for his visit was to meet up with his new sponsors, Cumisky Myler. Our Tony was there to capture a few images. Sporting Fingal play at Morton Stadium in Santry and they are doing very well in this, their first season. Click on the thumbnail to view pics. 13.05.08 |
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| Yeovil
Town Supporters Club. Who? That's what we said when we heard about this bunch of lads, about 140 no less. Local man, Kieron Nulty is the Treasurer and Secretery and on sunday they had a get together in O'Sheas and they were joined by "Bella Doyle" of Fair City. Jim Bartley is also a Yeovil Town supporter and he was there to present a Yeovil Town jersey to Eithne Downes in memory of her son, Brendan Downes. Also, there was a pool competition and we have a photo of the winner and runner up. Our Tony was telling us that Jim Bartley was a total gentleman and obliged with anyone who wanted a photo with him. Guess who got his photo with Jim. You guessed. 12.05.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Web Site Survives Meltdown. We nearly lost the entire site over the past few days, we upgraded from MX and started using Adobe Dreamweaver CS3. Big mistake, it's taken us hours to get it back, some buttons still not working but we'll work on that over the coming days. Any Dreamweaver CS3 users out there? |
| Bird
Forum Our Joe has asked that we give this web site a mention, "Can you give a mention to this forum which relates to Birds of County Dublin? Some of your viewers may have an interest." |
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| Latest
"Painting" of Hotel. B.net is mostly associated with photographs but today we bring you a painting showing the state of the hotel today. Our "Lass" Yvonne, kindly obliged and allowed us bring you this "Water Colour" of our beloved hotel. We also bring you an unusual view of the Lighthouse. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 07.05.08 |
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| Met
Eireann Web Site. Here is a web site, or should we say, part of a web site that is just brilliant. Our Tony needs to know if it's going to rain in the next few hours or not when photographing houses. Well. Met Eireann (The Met Office) have a section that they call "Rainfall Radar" and when you click the animation it shows the past few hours of where the rain is falling and if it's heading towards Balbriggan. We use it all the time. Click on the thumbnail to see for yourself, ideal for Bar-B-Ques. 06.05.08 |
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| Photo
Album of The Strangers from 1975 to1985 aprox. Many thanks to Francis Kennedy and his fantastic site which covers both showbands and groups that played to packed dance halls and clubs with the very best of live music.The Strangers were from Balbriggan and they were the first group to have a hit record in the Irish charts.They also appeared on television a number of times because of their popularity.Click on the link to www.irishshowbands.net and click on the photo of the lads(Strangers) to see the Album and to listen to their hit records.Many thanks again to Francis and his great collection of music archives.Take time to view his collection as there is lots to see.Photos from the Martin Fanning collection. MF |
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| Dessie
Tolan 60th Party. Local fireman Dessie Tolan celebrated his 60th year with family and friends on Sunday 5th May 2008 in McCormack’s Balscadden. It was a great afternoon for the you ‘uns, and a great night for the more mature! Great to see Dessie’s wife, children, grandchild, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews friends and work colleagues all there. Fantastic day for all as the photos will testify. Colin Whelan. Thanks Colin for the great photos, send us your Balbriggan related photos and we'll put them on the town's most popular web site. |
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| Balbriggan
Educate Together. Fintan McCutcheon has asked us to give them a mention as they have a web site up and running. We have added their site to our links page. Click Here to go to their site. 06.05.08 |
| David
(Dibit) Crosby R.I.P. David sadly passed away on the 26th April. Dibit was 29 years old. The son of Eamon Crosby and Grandson of Neddy Crosby, Dibit leaves behind his partner of 6 years, Cheree and his son Kian (5). He will be sadly missed by his mother Frances and his many brothers sisters nieces and nephews. Many thanks to Mylene Delahoyde for the photo and news of David. R.I.P MD |
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| Photo
exhibition in Library. Dr John Collier has asked us to publicise that there is a photo exhibition on in the Library for the month of May. "For the month of May there is a photography exhibition by a group of local photographers on the second floor in the library. The subject of the exhibition is “Fingal”. All the photos reflect the different views that the different participants have of the Fingal area. more |
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| Sporting
Fingal. Brian Murray of Balbriggan Town Council have asked us to bring you this press release about Sporting Fingal. "Sporting Fingal FC, the recently founded Eircom League of Ireland community based football club, will compete in the Eircom League First Division in the 2008 season. more |
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| Balbriggan
Community College Awards. This is the time when the college awards its students for various achievements throughout the year 2007-8. There was a presentation for "Student of the Year" for each of the 5 years along with awards for students who entered and performed well in the "BT, Young Scientist of the year". Also presented, was the "Paddy Conway memorial Trophy" which was presented by Kathleen Fanning, daughter of Paddy to overall winner, Ciaran Halpin. Click on the thumbnail to see some of the photographs from the awards. 03.05.08 |
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| Eddie
Richardson of North County Cricket. Our Joe is a big Cricket fan and takes lots of photographs for the club. Joe recently got a great sequence which we bring you today. It's of Eddie Richardson from Balrothery, playing for North County and he was fielding from his own bowling. This sequence shows the young man's commitment and enthusiasm for his sport. Thanks Joe for the great shots. Click on the thumbnail to view. 03.05.08 |
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Balbriggan
Landscaper Launches Web Site. Local Man, Stephen Orange from Bremore, has been landscaping and paving gardens in Fingal for several years now, and now he has gone high tech and started a web site. Trading as Silver Birch Construction, the web site has just gone live and Stephen hopes to update the site regularly with new ideas and photographs of his latest projects. Click on the thumbnail to visit his site. 01.05.08 |
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| Another
sad day for the Bracken Court Hotel. !! Lorraine Gissane, banqueting manager of the hotel & a Morairty employee for nearly 12 years & with the Bracken Court Hotel since it opened has now left the hotel.She would have organized many a successful balbriggan (& surrounding area’s) family party in the hotel for years now. Weddings were Lorraine’s specialty & there are many happy bride & grooms who have paid thanks to Lorraine for her expertise, calm advice & hard work to successfully pull off their wedding reception. Many people who visit the hotel in any way regularly would remember Lorraine for being a truly lovely, friendly & warm lady, with a smile for everyone & genuinely popular with all ! Lorraine went out of her way to help others & put such time & effort into making sure her customers events & parties were a success. So Lorraine !! From all your friends still in the hotel & the friends now departed from the bracken court & all of your customers, we hope you know you will be sorely missed & your replacement knows there are big shoes to fill at the bracken court hotel. Our Tony (wedding Photographer)would like to express his gratude for all Lorrains help during 2007 and he and Lynnette wish her good health and best wishes. Good luck in your future adventures ! All of your friends.Click the thumbnail to see Lorraine. 01.05.08 |
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| Keith
& Laura become Mr & Mrs Sadleir. Locals, Laura Clinton & Keith Sadleir tied the knot in Balscadden Church on the 19th of April. Keith's Mam & Dad, Bernie & Dave, better known as the proprietors of the shop on the square, were proud as punch to see their son marry such a beautiful girl. Laura's parents, Declan & Pauline also looked very proud and enjoyed the day thoroughly. Fr. Michael was the celebrant and brilliant as usual at putting everyone at their ease. After Balscadden it was off to Gormanston Castle for the photographs and then to Kettles Country Hotel in Swords. A great day was had by all and the photographers were Lynnette & Tony of PhotographyPlus.net. Click on the thumbnail to view photos. 29.04.08 |
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| Bracken
Court Hotel Closed till September. That's according to this weeks Fingal Independent. This is devastating news for the town after Luke had said it would be open within 4 weeks. We hope to talk to Luke soon to hear the latest. On the subject of the Fingal Independent, we have to thank them for giving the web site a great mention this week about "Balbriggan Airport" see page 12 of the paper for the details. |
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| Greetings
from New Zealand. The Weir Family say Hi from New Zealand.Today we bring you three great photos of four generations of the Weir family.The Balbriggan connection is Josephine Conway who married Jack and headed off to start a new life in New Zealand.Thanks Jack and Jo for sending Martin(your brother in law) and Kathleen your sister the beautiful family photos.Jack and Jo love the site and send good wishes to family and friends in Ireland . 29.04.08 |
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| Our
New Balbriggan.net Logo. Has anyone even noticed our new and improved logo at the top of this page. Before, the images changed abruptly from day to night etc. Now, thanks to our special effects dept, they gently fade from one to another. 29.04.08 |
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| Lighthouse
Dome Replacement. We asked a few weeks back if anyone had any idea of what it would cost to replace the dome. Keith Rankin has come back to us saying that it's difficult to say but his guess would be between €50,000. to €100,00. This sounds a lot to us to make a plastic dome and have it fitted to the Lighthouse. Does anyone know of a company that could make a dome?Your comments are welcome and we will place them on a dedicated web page, that's if we get a response. Click on the thumbnail to read Keith's original email to us.28.04.08 |
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| Photos
from Toronto, Canada. Another email received today goes as follows, "Hi Tony. All people in those Pictures have a lot in common with Balbriggan, they are all living in Toronto for the past 45 yrs. As young people they spent all their Week ends in Balbriggan, Jim Mc Cann. Johnie murray. with Wives. I myself took most of the Photos. Richard.dickie. Murray Kilbarrack. Dublin 05. bye for now Dickie murray" Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 28.04.08 |
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| A Tourists'
View of Balbriggan. We at B.net try to stay away from "what's wrong with Balbriggan" and always try to see the positive side of our town. We understand that the town has the same problems as any other town but our little site is a hobby and we don't have the time to go down that road. Having said that, we received an email from an American tourist and it may interest some. 28.04.08 |
| Lowther Lodge. We received this email today, "Our Family used to vacation at Lowther Lodge for many years in the 1940's. I was about six years old when we first visited the area. The owner of Lowther was a Major Macartney-Filgate. I guess his wife had died some time before we started vacationing with him. The Major (he was a veteran of the Boer War) had two Daughters, Eleanor and Afra. The back of the house opened into a large orchard, surrounded by a high wall. The orchard was raided on a regular basis by soldiers from the local military camp. Both, my Brother and I have many fond memories of Lowther Lodge and Balbriggan. We had many fine photographs of Lowther, but they got lost over the years. Would any of your members know what happened to Eleanor & Afra McCartney-Filgate ?? I would also like to have some good photos of Lowther as it used to be 1920-1930. I am now living in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, and can be reached at ajayh@shaw.ca We lived in Bray, Co Wiclow during our visits to Lowther Lodge. I look forward to hearing from somebody in the near future. Thanks............Bud Hall" Click on the thumbnail and see some recent and not so recent photos. 28.04.08 |
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| Minister Trevor
Sargent Cycles to Dundalk. Local politician and Government Minister, Trevor Sargent, joined his Green Party colleagues as they cycled to the parties Ard Fheis in Dundalk. B.net were there but without a camera but Kieran Corrigan of The Fingal Independent very kindly agreed to forward us these photos. 26.04.08 |
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| Madeline
Daly and High Street Art Group Monday the7th april Madeline Daly and her High Street Art Group launched their art exhibition in Balbriggan Library.Paintings can be viewed over the next two weeks.Anyone interested in joining the class just call to Senior Citizens Hall for more information.Classes on Monday and Friday at 10 am.Click on thumbnail to view photos by Jack Benton and Martin Fanning. |
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| Spicers Mill
Official Opening. European Commissioner, Charlie McCreevy, literally dropped in, in his helicopter recently to officially launch the Spicers Mill apartments on Drogheda Street. Team members, Jack & Martin were on duty for the site and they got some great shots. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 26.04.08 |
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| Loreto Balbriggan
--- Power of One Good Idea. Girls from Loreto Balbriggan have asked if we could give their project a mention on B.net. It's the Power of One and their aim is to raise the awareness of saving energy but with an emphasis on public transport. They have created their own web site and we have screen shots of each of the pages. Best of luck girls with the project. Click on the thumbnail to see what it's all about. 23.04.08 |
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| Balbriggan.net
Exclusive. Luke Moriarity have very kindly given an exclusive interview with B.net, to give us the definitive answers to the many questions been asked. A positive Luke spoke honestly of his hopes for the hotel. Our Tony spoke to Luke Sunday evening. Allow 10 to 20 seconds for the audio to start. |
| Bracken Court
Hotel Damaged By Fire. Fire and presumably water, have extensively damaged the towns hotel. It happened at about 11pm last night. Our Jack, saw the flames from Glebe North, went home, got the camera and captured some of the scenes. It's a huge blow to the town, as its a great place for a drink and very popular in the mornings for locals to chat over a cup of tea. We wish Luke Moriarty and the hotel staff well and hope the hotel we reopen asap. Update. We believe the damage is much worse than it looks from the outside. We hope to have an interview with Luke Moriarty shortly. Click on the thumbnail to see this mornings photos and the scenes from last night. 20.04.08 |
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| Mick
Hickey----A great night was had on Saturday 12th April 2008. Local man Mick Hickey decided to have a small birthday party to celebrate his next year of life, but also to say cheerio to all his friends before heading off on a few adventures around the world in aid of charity. Mick has always been an adventures having recently visited Base camp 1 on Mount Everest, but he hopes to achieve a few more goals over the next couple of years, (treks across Greenland, climbing Mt Aconcagua in South America and even a South Pole visit have all been mentioned), but this last Saturday night launched his blog www.mickhickey.com and saw a charity raffle and auction to raise funds for The Children’s Medical & Research Foundation’ Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital Crumlin. Needless to say there was fun as well as the photos will show. Music on the night was from the brilliant “The Great Escape” with some surprise guests. For more information on Micks adventures as he does he stuff, check out www.mickhickey.com over the coming months. Click on the thumbnail to view photos.13.04.08 |
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| Spicers Mill
Balbriggan Web Site. Spicers Mill, beside Super Valu have their own dedicated web site and one of our team was involved in the photography. It's a very nice site and in it they have two slide shows of Balbriggan, have a look at the site and you never know, you may end up buying one. Click on thumbnail to view.12.04.08 |
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| Glebe
North Launches New Web Site. Alan Corr has been onto to us to let everyone know that this famous club have launched a new web site, "Just a quick request, Glebe North Fc have just set up a new website www.glebenorthfc.ie as the old website ran into problems,could you give us a mention in your news section and set up a link on your links page,this would greatfully enhance our profile." Thanks Alan, for that news. To see their new web site just click on the thumbnail. 12.04.08 |
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| Tag Rugby,
Men and Women needed:- If you’re interested in playing Tag Rugby for Balrothery this summer please contact Brian on 086 860 3449. 07.04.08 |
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Dogs for the Blind Fundraising this Saturday in Tesco. Gillian McGoey has been onto us with the following email. It's the time of year again when the North County Dublin branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind are running the shades campaign. I am also having a fundraising sale for Guide Dogs in Tesco in Balbriggan this Saturday coming, the 12th April. For more details on the Shades campaign and Gillians cycle from Mizan to Malin Head, click on the thumbnail. 07.04.08 |
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| Margaret
Carvin's 50th Birthday. Well known Margaret Carvin, of "The Medical Hall", celebrated her 50th birthday in style in the Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan. A huge crown turned out in the Martello Room to celebrate her birthday. Our Tony, who used worked with her son James, (Hatchie) was invited along to join in the celebration. Tony was telling us, that James, a very entertaining person to be with, a great sense of humour, made a very emotional speech about his mother, he thanked her for been the best mother anyone could wish for. Her husband, James, was also very proud to part of her life. What a night, our Tony was to be there for a few minutes and spent over 2 hours there. Click on the thumbnail to see photos of the night. |
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| Google Earth
Includes Balbriggan "Airport" Up until recently, Google Earth, only covered up as far as Balrothery, but now, Balbriggan is included and you can zoom right down onto your house. It even gives the GPS location at the bottom left of your screen. When you zoom in on the beech, you see an icon that says "Balbriggan Airport" and up pops a Ryan Air plane near the Lighthouse. This photo first appeared on B.net and it was created by one of the team as a joke last year. We are not too concerned at the use of our photo, but we just want to clear up how the photo came about. Click to see Google Earth photo of Balbriggan. 04.04.08 |
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| Mr
Madden's House Demolished. This house stood at the end of Church Street, nearly opposite St. Georges Church.The house has been vacant since Mr Madden went into a nursing home. Mr Madden would be well known in the town as he was a teacher in one of the local schools. He recently celebrated his 100th birthday and is in good health. Click thumbnail to view pics. 04.04.08 |
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| Sargeant Vincent
Retires from the force. Well known and respected Sargeant, Vincent Donnelly, has retired from the force after 30 years service. A retirement party was held for him in the Bracken Court Hotel last week. Vincent was stationed in Balbriggan for the past 3 years and had become good friends with some of our team. Vincent, a Meath fan, asked us to photograph him with 1954 final Meath player, Kevin Lenehan, which we obliged. Vincent has the gift of the gab, and there were bets ongoing as to how long his speech would last, it lasted 28 minutes but it didn't seem that. as it was very entertaining. A lovely mannered, gentle man, who will be sadly missed in our town. Thanks Vincent. Click on thumbnail to view photos. 04.04.08 |
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| Our Lighthouse
Dome--Latest News. We received this very interesting email about 2 weeks ago. It's in relation to having the dome replaced. For those who don't know, the dome was removed in about 1960 as it was rotten with rust and it wasn't necessary when they changed over to electric. We wonder, has anyone any idea on the cost of this project, would it cost € 10.000 or € 100.000, we have absolutely no idea. Anyway, click on the thumbnail to read Keith Rankin's email. 04.04.08 |
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| Balbriggan
now on Google Earth. More details shortly, lots to come on the site over the weekend. There just isn't enough hours in the day. |
| Competition
Closed. Winners Names. Many thanks to everyone who entered this competition. Most got it right, one or two wrong. The correct answer was of course the Martello Tower. To see who won a Balbriggan Key Ring, click on "Winners" to the right. GPS May become the Post Codes for Ireland, wouldn't that make life better for couriers, taxi's etc. Click Here for more details. |
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Time, win a Balbriggan Photo Key Ring. Here is something we think might interest some of you out there. With Sat-Nav's in most peoples cars now and GPS co-ordinates becoming more important by the day, we are asking you this question. If you were standing at location, N 53.61592 and W 6.18324, what Balbriggan landmark would you be adjacent to. The first 5 correct answers will receive a Balbriggan key-ring. Entries to tony at balbriggan.net. Change the at to @. 02.04.08 |
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| Rockabill-----April
Fool. Of course it was an April fool. Every year it gets more difficult to come up with something that out special effects dept. can work with. We have always brought you an April Fool since we started in 2003. |
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| Rockabill
now sinking. Sad to report but Rockabill is sinking and is just visible. Click on the thumbnail for latest photo. |
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| Rockabill
is Washed Ashore. Very strong easterly winds of late have made a dramatic change to our coastline. What was once almost 4 miles out to sea from Balbriggan is now literally, meters, from our beach. We at Balbriggan.net have the first pictures and various newspapers like The Irish Independent, The Irish Times and even the London Times have requested these photos. We contacted the Department of the Environment and spoke to a Mr Charles Tuffy and he explained that this happened before on the west coast but never along the east. Click on the thumbnail to see this remarkable photo. |
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| Tolka
Row comes to Balbriggan. Balbriggan Dramatic Society take to the stage again this year with their production of “Tolka Row” by Maura Laverty in the Bracken Court Hotel, Balbriggan, Co Dublin. The production starts on Wednesday 9th April and will run until Sunday 13th April inclusive. It begins each night at 8.00p.m. The play is based on the 1960’s RTE television soap which ran from 5 years from 1964. It was supposed to be the RTE answer to Coronation Street. The play is set in a Dublin Corporation housing scheme. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 31.03.08 |
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| St.
Peter's & St. Paul's Church Mass as a Podcast. This is aimed at Balbriggan people abroad who may wish to hear Mass from their home town. Today's is a test to see what interest it attracts, so we welcome your comments about the idea, the quality and any other thoughts or suggestions you may have. This recording is from today's Mass and the celebrant was Fr. Barry PP. Click on the thumbnail and after about 1 minute, you should hear Fr. Barry..26.03.08 |
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| Roger
Turner Remembers Balbriggan, on YouTube. Roger has put together a slide show of his mamy trips to Balbriggan in the 50's & 60's and posted it on YouTube. Have a look at it and maybe leave a comment. Sorry Roger, we meant to put this up months ago. Click on the thumbnail to see Rogers trip down memory lane. 26.03.08 |
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| Church
Photos & Balbriggan Church Mass on the Internet. Firstly, Fr. Barry asked our Jack to place some photos of the Chuch on the web as it looked great over the Easter period. On the topic of the Church and Mass, we at B.net are going to make available some Masses from Balbriggan on this site to download as a Podcast. We hope to start tests tomorrow, Wednesday. We're not going to put every Mass online but maybe once a month. Keep watching here for more details. To see how lovely the Church looked recently, click on the thumbnail. Thanks to Jack Benton for the photos. 25.03.08 |
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| Neil Mc Mahon
celebrates his 30th Birthday in style Neil and Denise had a night to remember when they combined Neil's Birthday and their new house warmer on Sat. The theme on the night was the style of the sixties.Music on the night was performed by a group of talented musicians including Neil's dad Mike Mc Mahon. The party lasted well into the early hours of Sunday morning. A great night was had by all.Click on thumbnail to view some of the photo's on the night.Photos by Martin Fanning 25.03.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Cricket Club Table Quiz. Balbriggan Cricket Club are holding a table quiz in The Milestone on Thursday 27th March at 8pm. Entry for a table of 4 is €30.Please contact Glenn Russell on 086 1284392 to enter a team or for more information. Thanks in advance, Glenn Russell Balbriggan Cricket Club.25.03.08 |
| Sunshine House
Vintage Photos. Here are some photographs we brought you some years back only this time they are bigger, along with some that haven't been seen before. They were originally taken for "The Advocate" magazine and they were supplied to us by Seamus Fearon of Sunshine House in 2004. Over the coming weeks we are going to keep adding to this "Sunshine" collection and have a dedicated thumbnail in the left hand yellow panel. This is to assist past Sunshiners who may come upon this site. Click on the thumbnail to view.19.03.08 |
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| More Saint
Patrick's Day Photos. Here are some more great photographs by Jack Benton, Martin Fanning & Brian Howley. Ideal conditions for taking photos. Click on the thumbnail to view, we hope you enjoy, see who you can spot. 18.03.08 |
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| Saint Patrick’s
Day Parade Slide Show. Well, we couldn’t have wished for a better day although some of us were wrapped up too much. However, better too warm than too cold. We have loads of photos for you of the parade. We have an Audio Visual Slide show with music now and later today we will be adding even more wonderful photos taken by Jack, Martin & Brian. If your photo appears here and you would prefer it didn’t, simply send us an email and we will remove it, no problem. Click on the thumbnail to download. You can pause the slideshow at any time by pressing the spacebar. If you have a problem downloading, try this version, which is zipped and needs to be unzipped. Allow about 2 minutes for the download.46Mb. |
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| Happy St. Patricks
Day. Happy St.Patricks Day from all the Team at Balbriggan.netHope to see you all at the local parade which starts at 2pm from church car park....We will be doing a Special Slide Show of the Parade which will be available to download by 6pm.To see last years parade with music, click here. We hope you enjoy. 16.03.08 |
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| Ann
Healy is 65 and proud of it. We received this email from Catherine, Hi, Tony,Martin,Jack and everyone at Balbriggan.net. Just a few photo’s of my mam’s 65th birthday celebrations , a great night was had out by all! The best bit was the look on her face when she saw the1960’s photo of herself on the cake. Please put them on your site as my brother Pip Healy and his family in Australia really enjoy looking at the site. Warmest Regards, Catherine Casey". Thanks Catherine for the great photos, it's our pleasure to put the on the site for you. Lots of happy smiles, everyone enjoying themselves. Click on the thumbnail to see the photos. 16.03.08 |
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| First
Car in Balbriggan. Three photos for you consideration today, the first is a real classic, probably the first car in Balbriggan(sounds like an advert). The car was owned by the "Dennis" family and is c1907. We hope to have more details as to the names of those in the photo. The other two photos were taken in 1979 during the Breakaway Festival. We thank our friends, "Benton & Curtis" for today's collection. click on thumbnail to view. This news item first brought brought to you on 22.01.07 |
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| Two
great Photos, 1940s & 1950's Balbriggan people. Two great photos for you today, the first one is of The White family, who owned the shop on The Square that became Candons and the lady in the center is Mrs. White. They were renowned for their excellent ice cream which was made in the little yard behind the shop.The second photo is of a couple of girls from the Hampton St and Market Green area of the town. Both photos are courtesy of the Benton/Curtis Collection. 15.03.08 |
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| Jack
Benton Remembers In today's episode, Jack talks about the popularity of the Clay Pipes, Rabbit Soup and town character, "The Wiggie", Willie Dowling. In order to listen to our Jack, click on the thumbnail to the right and select "save". We hope you enjoy. Allow 40 seconds to download. 15.03.08 |
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| Photo
of Missing Dog reunited with Owner. To conclude this happy ending story, we bring you a photo of Liz with her lovely dog. Thanks Liz. 15.03.08 |
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| Rainbow
over Balbriggan. This photo is thanks to Johnny McLeer, taken from Fancourt on Saturday. We reckon the Crock of Gold is somewhere on Church Street, possibly, Sunshine house. Thanks Johnny. 10.03.08 |
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Dog Found---Thanks to Balbriggan.net. We think this is a fantastic story. It's a good news story that we are proud to be part of. To give some background to the story, one of the team saw a poster in a shop on Bridge street about the missing dog, as he was dialling the number to request that the photo be sent to B.net, the owner of the shop came out and said that the dog owner was broken hearted about the loss of her dog. Here is the email we received. "Hi Tony, words can not express my current emotions..I'm still in shock since receiving the phone call I thought would never happen yesterday morning. Thanks to your wonderful website, John of Gibbons Terrace phoned me yesterday morning with the great news that he had seen Paris and she was in fact hiding in one of his neighbours back gardens." more |
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Dog - Please Help. "Paris" is the dogs name and she went missing from Market Green on the 28th Feb. She is micro chipped, black collar and very nervous."My little dog is called "Paris" she is a rescue dog from the DSPCA. Her story is very sad as she lived in an old shed on a puppy farm having little contact with people, just used to make money. She is very nervous and it takes her a very long time to trust you. I gratefully appreciate any help you and your readers can give me in finding her. Kind regards Liz(087-xxxxxx)." If anyone has seen her, please contact us by email or Liz on her mobile. Click to enlarge photo. 06.03.08 |
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| Calling
all Community Organisations in Balbriggan and Skerries! Are you involved in a community focused organisation in Skerries or Balbriggan? Would you like more people to know about it and get involved? If so, this is for you! In 2006 and 2007, Co-operation Fingal, the community partnership in North Fingal and Skerries Community Association, put together a community directory for Balbriggan and Welcome Pack for Skerries. more |
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Cannon R.I.P. Its with sadness that we at balbriggan.net report the passing of local woman Mrs.Kitty Cannon.Anyone who knew Kitty would know how well loved she was by both family and friends alike.To Kitty,s sons and daughters and extended family our thoughts are with you all at this sad time.The team at balbriggan.net R.I.P.02.03.08MF |
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| Patrice Celebrates The Big 40........Family and friends gathered in the Bracken Court Hotel to celebrate the 40th Birthday of Patrice Farrell and what a night was had by all.Music on the night was provided by The Great Escape who kept the evening hopping to late into the early hours of Sunday morning..With guest appearences of The Branno,Colm Reilly,andPatrices husband John it was like Stars in their Eyes...Well done to the wonderful staff of the Bracken Court for the lovely food and service on the night..Click on thumbnail to view some of the photos taken on the night..Photos by Martin and Kathleen Fanning. 02.03.08MF |  |
| Holly
& Val, how well behaved are your dogs? One of the team has two dogs and the trick they do to impress visitors is captured here to show all. If a "Pringle" is placed in front of them, they will not eat it until they are told to. Our Tony once left them in this situation for several hours and on his return, the Pringle was still there and they hadn't moved a muscle. Impressive or what? Click on thumbnail to view pictures. 29.02.08 |
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Paving almost complete on square and The Mail on Sunday New paving has been laid down outside the Courthouse and up to the junction of High Street. The next stage of the process is to replace the paving on Bridge and Drogheda Street. Also, we believe that the Mail on Sunday are doing a 14 page feature on Balbriggan this coming Sunday the 2nd of March. Lets hope the paint the town in a positive light. Click on the thumbnail to see the recent renovations to the town. 29.02.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Town Council Honour our Young Scientists. The Town Council honoured our young scientists who did so well this year in The BT Young Scientist Awards. Topics ranging from the effects of UV on the skin to the building of a water powered rocket and from the affects of Texting to the choice of Golf Ball. 8 Projects succeeded in getting selected for the BT awards and Town Clerke, Brian Murray, started the night off congratulating the students as did Cllr. May McKeon, teacher Theresa Gannon & Principal Pat Halpin.Today we bring you several photographs courtesy of Balbriggan Town Council. Click the thumbnail to view the photos.23.02.08 |
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| Your Old Video
Tapes onto DVD at Balbriggan Fuji Shop. Photography-Plus have teamed up with the Balbriggan Fuji Shop on Railway Street to copy your old VHS tapes onto DVD. To have this done in Dublin is € 65.00 per tape whereas The Fuji Shop only charge € 39.99. and as a special offer up until 15th March, you will receive an extra copy free. Copy those tapes before they deteriorate and then watch them on your DVD player with chapters added for your convenience. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 22.02.08 |
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Countrywomen Association--Balbriggan Guild. Our Jack has requested that we place these photos on the web. It's a few pics he got recently and they are anxious that they appear on the web. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge. 19.02.08 |
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| Stevie Calow
in 1930's Balbriggan. Regular visitors to the site will know of Roger Turner, Roger came to Balbriggan through the 50's and 60's for summer holidays. This man, in the pictures, Stevie, is Roger's Grandfather and he came here in the 1930's after his father, William came to Balbriggan, and loved it. Stevie was born in the 1890's, worked as a chimney sweep in Sheffield, and died in the late 70's.Obviously a keen and very good photographer he developed these photos in his bathroom in Sheffield. The amazing thing is that we got these photos from Jack & Lily Canning but Roger also had copies. If it's getting complicated, don't worry, just enjoy the photos. 12.02.08 |
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Smyco Letters. Today we bring you some more from the Canning Collection. It's two more memos, some are difficult to read but thankfully there are some good handwriting, readers, out there willing to help. We sincerely thank David O'Connor for getting us these interesting items. We wonder if the Mangans in Balbriggan were any relation to Thomas Mangan in Smyco. 12.02.08 |
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| Smyco
Letters 1883 & 1878. Today we bring you two interesting letters, one from Smith & Co Balbriggan to Thomas Mangan, Carlton, near Nottingham and the other from Mrs Blood Smyth to Mr Mangan in Balbriggan. We have several of these and are in the process of scanning everything before they fade or fall to pieces. If we get a favorable response to these items, we will bring you more. We have made them as big as we can. Click to enlarge. 11.02.08. |
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| Football Team
in 1964. What's the Balbriggan Connection? Today we bring you a photograph that comes from the Canning Collection. They lived on Dublin Street almost next door to the Combined Community Clubs and this photograph was framed and obviously on display, but why. Is it soccer or gaelic? If anyone has any idea, please let us know. Click on thumbnail to enlarge. 11.02.08 |
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| Mrs
Murtagh in her shop. Back in January we brought you some photos belonging to Mrs Murtagh as we are trying to get them to her relatives. Unfortunately, we have heard nothing but recently, our Jack, turned up this classic photo of the lady in question, taken in the 90's in the shop with her dog. The shop was about 20 meters from St. Georges School and was a beauty parlor but now vacent. Click on the thumbnail to view this great photo taken by Jack Benton. Previous photos Here 11.02.08 |
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| Monica
Cullen Collection. Monica was a great friend of ours and her niece, Ciara, has given us some of her photographs to show on B.net. Monica sadly left us last year but we have many fond memories of her. Today, we bring you several photographs from her collection which we hope you enjoy. Many thanks Ciara for the photos, we have them safe for your return. 10.02.08 |
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| Hampton
Mills Photographs. We received the following email, "I was going through old pics. I came across some of Hampton Mills. They are pics of inside the factory. My uncle worked in it at the time and I was doing a school project on it. The pics date back to may 1986. If you know of anyone that might be interested eg heritage committee please let me know before i destroy them." Thanks Clare, if you have anymore info on Hampton Mills, please let us know. 10.02.08 |
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| Pinewood
Group Head to OZ for a year. Mick Geary has sent us this photo asking us to put it on the site, no problem Mick, sorry about the delay. Click on the thumbnail to view the photo and the names. Best of luck guys, down under. 06.02.08 |
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| Help
required for Grace on "The Canal" We received this email, "I am writing about millpond and the canal in Balbriggan. I am doing a project in local history and i am to find the history of millpond in balbriggan yet i can not find any information on the internet.i cannot find any information about what it used to be or what it was used for. if you could get back or me and tell me about any websites that would be usefull. thanks Grace. gracemc07@vodafone.ie" Grace, we have lots of photographs of the canal on this web site, we have put several of them on a page for you. Lets hope people contact you with more information. Can we see and publish your report when finished. If anyone has information that would help her, please email her direct. 05.02.08 |
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| Nellie
Richardson hits 95, that's her age, not her temperature. This well know lady was 95 in December and to celebrate this, she threw a party for all her friends and family. It took place in "The Bracken Court Hotel" and apparently a great night was had by all. We wish Nellie continued good health and best wishes from the B.net team. Click to see her family and friends.04.02.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Dramatic Society. Balbriggan Dramatic Society are holding a table Quiz on February 21'st in the Braken Court Hotel at 8 o clock. € 50 a table. All proceeds go towards a new stage. So come on out and have a great night. For more information contact Barbera Seery on 8411684 or Grainne Maguire on 087-9436650. Also, Balbriggan Dramatic Society are looking for new members, actors, stage managers, people interested in lighting, sound, set design etc. If you are interested please contact Grainne Maguire at 087-9436650. |
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Library Film Club. 15-18 FILM CLUB AT BALBRIGGAN LIBRARY every second Saturday. For more details click on the thumbnail. 03.02.08 |
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| Mr
& Mrs Guildea tie the knot. This couple got married on new year's eve in Balbriggan and then had the reception in the "City North Hotel" Stamullen. Thanks to Damien Prout for the photos. Click on thumbnail to view. 04.02.08 |
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| Balbriggan
Girl meets The Dubliners....... Celeb. photo we just received and we think its a great one...Balbriggan,s own Jane Crowe nee Byrne taken in Balbriggan cinema 1970-71 aprox when no other than The Dubliners performed on the show.Brill Photo Jane. 03.02.08MF |
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| Follow
up to posting of Balscadden Blues Photo 1990........ Martin and Tony are shocked to see how you all turned out 18yrs after that photo was taken....As we can see you are all great friends after all those years.Remember we wouldnt let you drink for 3 days before a match.We see that,s changed since.Great memories and a great bunch of lads.03.02.08MF |
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| Web
site update. Firstly, we apologise for the lack of activity on the site of late. Unfortunately, the only person able update the site is busy at the moment but has promised to spend a few hours updating the site over the next few days. We hope you understand, it's a hobby site, not a commercial one. If you have requested a mention on this site and it hasn't appeared, please let us know and we will do our best to help. It's our intention to help as many as we can. 03.02.08 |
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| Martin
Fanning 60th Bash in the Milestone. When it comes to 60th birthday parties, they don't come much bigger than this one. There must have been 200 guests there on the night. Actually, the local Garda station reported the lowest level of crime in the town for years, they were all at the party. Only joking, but it did look like half of Balbriggan were there to show their affection for Martin "Bootsie" Fanning. A fantastic night was had with beautiful food, great entertainment by Linda & Denise and a "from the heart" speech from Martin. We at B.net sincerely wish Martin many more happy years together with his beautiful wife Kathleen, and, as most locals know, there would be no balbriggan web site without MartinFanning. We love you Martin.. The Team.Click to see photos by our Tony. 21.01.08 |
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| Rolestown
Panto---Robinson Crusoe. Our Tony used to appear in this Panto for years and years and he went along to their dress rehersal and was very impressed with what he saw. This is a professionally produced show and is on this weekend and next weekend. It's only 30 minutes from Balbriggan on the road from Swords to Ashbourne and no parking problems. How to get there. We will have more details here shortly. Click the thumbnail to see pictures of this superb production. 16.01.08 |
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| Seal
Release at Hampton Cove Two seals were released back into the sea at Hampton Cove on Sunday. One had been found by Stephen Cashell and Patricia Walsh when out walking Patricias Dog before Christmas. Now restored to Health he along with another seal found at Gormonstown were released. The seals were named Stephen Hampton and Rebecca. Well done to the Seal Sanctuary for their good work. Click on thumbnail to view photos by Robert Cashell. 13.01.08RC |
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| The
Joe Bergin Memorial Swim. We have been asked to amend a previous news item we brought you on Christmas Day. The swim at 11am, one hour before the O'Dwyers Swim, is "The Joe Bergin Memorial Swim" in fond memory of Joe Bergin who sadly died on the 14th Dec. 2005.. 13.01.08 |
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| Jack Remembers
the Pubs. This is the last episode of Jack's memories of the town pubs. As luck would have it, he starts of talking about "Pattons" and then goes on to talk about the pubs that are no more. Click on the thumbnail to download 13mb and then watch & listen to Jack Benton. To bring it up to date, our Tony & Jack went about the town today to get the latest photos for this Audio Visual. Click to enjoy. 06.01.08. |
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| Let
it snow, let it snow. A light dusting of snow fell during the week on Balbriggan and most of Ireland. Team member Joe Curtis in Naul along with Paul Connell in Oldtown and Liam Prout in Balscadden have sent us in a few pictures for the site. It's so unusual to get snow here that it's always worth showing how the surrounding area looks like covered with the white stuff. Unfortunately we have no photos of a snow covered Balbriggan as it didn't stick long enough to photograph. Thanks lads for the great photos, click on the thumbnail to view. 06.01.08 |
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| John
D's Pub in the 1940's. Every so often, a real classic photo turns up and today's photo is, what we call, a classic. It shows John D's pub as it was in the 40's. It was called "Patton's " then, and this photo, shows Ms Madden in the doorway. We went along today and took a photo from a similar angle. Click to enlarge and enjoy. Photo courtesy of "Benton/Curtis Collection". |
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of yesterdays photos enhanced. We knew when we were taking the photos yesterday, that, with a bit of work, we could make a classic from at least one of them. So, last night, with time on our hands, snowing outside, we started to work on one of them and came up with this. Comments and suggestions welcome to info@balbriggan.net . Click to enlarge. |
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Cold Blustery Day in Balbriggan. A day of every season in Balbriggan today, bright sunshine one minute, dark and very cold the next, even snow at times. We can see the sea from where we are and we noticed the white horses and rough seas so we got the camera to take a few shots. Bitter cold easterly winds made it difficult to get good pictures and the fact that the tide was out didn't help for dramatic shots. We got a few, click on the thumbnail to view. 03.01.08 |
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Views of Christmas Swim from Boat. Many thanks to Liam Prout for these photos of the Christmas morning swim taken from a boat. We pointed out in the previous photos that whoever was on the boat must have got great photos and he did. Thanks again Liam. Click on thumbnail 03.01.08 |
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| Gerry
& Amanda Guildea meet B.net. We have been in contact for years with Gerry by email but we had never met. This Christmas the team arranged to meet up in the hotel and who happened to be there only our Jack. We had a coffee and a chat for about an hour, great to meet you guys and have a great 2008. Click to see a few photos. 03.01.08 |
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| 1940's &
1960's Balbriggan Photos. We have some cracking photos for you today thanks to "The Martin Fanning Collection". We have some Old IRA photos from the 1940's, A Corpus Christi mass on the square, a Civil Defense parade and much more. Here are a few words from Martin,With special thanks to Maureen Heeney and Larry Dunne we at balbriggan.net bring you some old photos of Balbriggan taken in the and around 1960.Also included is a Balscadden photo by Kieran Corrigan from about 1990......From the Martin Fanning Collection. Thanks Martin. click to view today's collection. 03.01.08 Update. Thanks to Joe Curtis, we have some more names and a few corrections. |
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Late Joe Dolan with Local Girl. With the sad passing of Joe Dolan recently, people have been searching for any photographs of him. Our Martin has received this photo of Louise Cooney with Joe Dolan taken in a Dublin Dance Hall in 1968. Click to enlarge the image.03.01.08 |
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| Mrs
Murtagh of Hampton Street. This woman had a shop on Hampton Street, between Church Street and Hampton Place, and for years the display in the window never changed, the cornflakes box was so faded it was hard to make out if you could eat the contents or wash your clothes with it. She had a large dog, possibly a Dalmatian, which used to keep her company in the shop and on the long walks. Some years back she went into a nursing home in Limerick where she died a few years later. One of the builders renovating the shop premises found some negatives and gave them to us for the site. Unfortunately, they had very little reference to the town but we want to get the negatives to her relatives. We did make contact some years back but we have mislaid their address. So, if anybody knows her relations, please put them in contact with us. Click to see some photos.02.01.08 |
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| Balbriggan's
Famous Shopfront. Charlie Corr, of Corr's Hardware, was telling one of the team lately of the time his shopfront was used by John Hinde postcards. The card was on sale at Dublin Airport and at various shops throughout Europe. Charlie contacted the company to see if he was entitled to payment for the use of his shopfront but he was told no, but, as a goodwill gesture, they promised to send him a few hundred cards which they did. It's a great photograph which was well spotted by photographer T. Kelly. Click to enlarge. 02.01.08 |
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| Neddie
Crosbie. Mick Blount answered a Guest Book enquiry recently about a man on a bike, the old boy with bike blowing whistle around Craoibhin/Derham was Neddie crosbie, his mantra was "up John Bull" then the whistle blew. You can imagine the reply he regularly got. Our friends Benton/Curtis have come up trumps again with a great photo of this town character. Originally Neddie lived on Dublin street but then he moved to Derham Park. Thanks for the info Mick, click on thumbnail to see Neddie. 02.01.08 |
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| O'Dwyers
Christmas Morning Swim. We wondered why there was such a small crown at the 11am swim, the reason is that the main swim was at 12 midday. Luckily, our Brian Howley was there for B.net as was Stephen Lawless who also very kindly sent us some photos for the site. Click to enjoy about 20 photos. |
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| Christmas
Morning Swim. A smaller than normal crowd this year for whatever reason, beautiful weather but very cold. About 11 swimmers, most wearing festive hats and santie beards, made the short dash to the water and swam for a few minutes before returning to terrafirma. Well done guys, see you all this day next year. Photos by Arthur & Tony. Click on thumbnail to view photos. |
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| Christmas Morning
Town Photographs. This is specially for those abroad who cant be in Balbriggan this Christmas so this may help to easy the pain. Our Tony decided to take a ramble around the town, it was a beautiful, seasonal morning, blue sky and a frost. It was still quite dark when he took this photos between 8.30am and 9.30am. Click on the thumbnail, we hope you enjoy. 25.12.07 |
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| Josie
Patterson arrives safely in Sydney. Gerard Prout has asked us to put this on the site, its Josie Patterson from Fancourt, who is visiting her daughter, Emma in Sydney. They certainly look thrilled to see each other, have a great time. Click to enlarge. 23.12.07 |
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| Martello
Tower photo by Bob McManus. Bob, originally from Finglas, now lives in Ely, Cambridge, visited Balbriggan in May to meet up with our Tony after they made contact on a photography forum. Bob & Sally, Tony & Yvonne walked the coastline on a beautiful day and some lovely photographs were shot. We are so lucky in Balbriggan to have several focal points like the Martello Tower, The Viaduct, The Harbour, The Lighthouse, other towns in north county Dublin have nothing. Anyway, click on the thumbnail to see Balbriggan in the summer. Bob & Sally are already looking forward to returning to Balbriggan in early 2008. 23.12.07 |
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& White Balbriggan. Here is a photograph that was sent into us by Michael Stanley who says, Just came across your site i am living in Balbriggan for the last 7 years and take a lot of my photographs locally and i am just wondering if you could post this one of the martello tower on your web site. Lovely shot Michael. For those interested Michael is using a Nikon D200 with 10-20 mm lens, 100 iso, shutter priority, 1/40 sec, F9. and was taken at 4.20pm yesterday. Click to enlarge. |
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| Balbriggan
Faces & Places 4. Our annual Christmas DVD is out this coming Saturday, this one, we feel is our best with over 350 photographs of everything Balbriggan, from well known town characters to people who have recently moved here. We also have lots of night time shots of the town, 1930's photos, along with some special effects photos for your amusement. This year we have tried to put names to the faces on some but it wouldn't be possible to do so on all. To see a sample of the DVD, click on the thumbnail. Well done to Martin Fanning for some cracking people photos and to Tony Healy for the scenery, special effects and for putting the DVD together, a great team. Click thumbnail for DVD cover and Sample teaser.06.12.07 |
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| 1911
Census of Ireland. Here is a new web site we have been using recently to find out about family members. It's an excellent web site and a must visit for all who want to find out more about their parents and grandparents. It only covers Dublin at the moment but fortunately Balbriggan is included. Click on the thumbnail and prepare to spends hours on this site.13.12.2007 |
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| Balbriggan
child to meet Santa on RTE 2 Fri. Dec 21st Aishling Murray will perform a dance routine and then meet up with the one only Santa....Aishling daughter of Kieran and Suzanne will be on the Kazoo childerns show at 2.25pm aprox. Enjoy your day Aishling. Clich to enlarge photo 13.12.07MF |
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| Forge
Stone on Clonard Street. We all walk by, or even, walk on this piece of Balbriggan history. Recently Jack Benton took our Tony around the town to point out some points of interest to him and it was on their travels when they came to the forge stone.The Forge is long gone but the stone remains. Basically, wood was placed in the groves of the stone and hot metal bands were placed around the outer edge and as the metal cooled it pulled the wood tightly together to make a wheel. If anyone has more information on this, let us know and we will post it. Click on the thumbnail to see our Jack at the stone. 13.12.07 |
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| Looking
for someone in Balbriggan? We receive many emails from people all around the world trying to contact long lost friends that maybe still living in Balbriggan or anywhere in Ireland for that matter. The Irish Telephone Book is now on-line and is an excellent way to track down friends or family. Click on the thumbnail and it will bring you there. 13.12.07 |
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| Balbriggan
Foróige Youth Club Are you aged over 18? Are you living in the Balbriggan area? Would you like to give something back to the community? If so then we need your help. Foróige are currently trying to establish a youth club for young people aged 12 and over in the Balbriggan area. This can not be achieved unless we have the support and help of adults who would be willing to get involved and help get this much needed club up and running. If you can spare an hour once a week and would like to work in partnership with young people, then please contact Bryan Gavin, Foróige Regional Youth Officer @ 086 8519639 or email bryan.gavin@foroige.ie . Without your help this worthwhile project will not get off the ground. |
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for Marie Cannon. Here is an email we received a few weeks back, Hi, I am currently trying to trace an important friend of mine I knew 27 years ago, we lost touch as I moved to London. She is called Marie Cannon, she used her middle name, but also known as Margaret. she would be around 48 now, and at the time of knowing her she had blonde hair.. She was the youngest of 7, and her dad died before the 80 s.. They were from around Delvin Road ??? Hope you can help. Thank you Lee Ann Cann. If anyone can help, email us here and we'll pass it on. |
| Marion
Geraghty gets hitched in Balbriggan. We received this mail some weeks back, apologies for the delay, "Hi, I got married in Balbriggan on the 6th July this year. I only received my photographs recently but would really appreciate if you would put them on your site. My mum is from Balbriggan although we all live in London now we still have family in Balbriggan which is why I got married over in Ireland. I was married in St Peter and Paul’s church. One of the pictures was taken at the harbour and inside the church. (pictures copyright of Tony Campbell). My mum’s name is Vera Davis although she is a Geraghty now. Let me know if you would like any more info.Thanks." Our pleasure Marion. Looks like you had a great day. Click on the thumbnail to see some of her photographs. 12.12.2007 |
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| Eric
Campbell sings "Cody Says" on You Tube. Local man Eric Campbell has released his first music video, Cody Says. We think its a great song complemented by a superb video which looks like it was filmed on the beach near Bremore, also watch out for the piece when he thinks the batteries are gone. Please click on the thumbnail, watch the video and then leave a comment and let Eric know that you heard about his latest music video on B.net. Well done Eric, smashing stuff. 12.12.07 |
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| 1970's
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| Dunnes Stores Bagpacking Hi. I was wondering if you could post on your website that Cork class in third year in Balbriggan Community College are bagpacking in Dunnes Stores on Friday the 14th and Saturday the 15th of December as part of a CSPE action project. Any money raised will go to the Asthma Foundation. Thanks. |
| Balbriggan.net
Dancing Elf's. Roger Turner has put together this fantastic animation of the team here dancing to a festive tune. It's very clever and maybe a nice present to send to friends this christmas. Click on the thumbnail to view and then start the dance. Thanks again Roger, brilliant. 10.12.07 |
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| Annual Christmas Ball in Bracken Court Hotel........What a fantastic night at this years Black Tie Ball in the Beautiful Bracken Court Hotel.Sample photos on the night when one of the team at balbriggan.net Martin and his wife Kathleen were in attendance....For more photos taken on the night contact martin@balbriggan...Well done to the Bracken Court for a beautiful 5 course meal,to Roy Tayler and the Absolutelys and to all concerned who made the evening such a success.....Photos on the night by Martin Fanning.Click on thumbnail to view photos. 02.12.07MF |  |
| Santa arrives in Balbriggan.........Huge crowds gathered in Balbriggan to welcome a very special person on his yearly visit to the town.The one and only Santa.....Photos on the night by Jack,Tony and Martin from the team at Balbriggan.net....Photos will be on display at enterance to Balbriggan library in the next few days.Copies of photos will also be available in the Fuji shop in Station Street.Well done to Town Clerk Brian Murray and all his staff and to The Town Council for a great event.....Tony and Martin have also decided to launch the very popular People and Places video Part 4 which will be a must for that Xmas stocking filler for 2007.More details in the next couple of days........MF01.12.07 |  |
| Town's Christmas
Lights Turned on. Christmas is well and truly on its way with the towns lights now switched on. A large crowd gathered to watch the spectacle. Also there was the man himself, Santa, who gave a selection box to all the boys and girls. The lights were switched on by competition winner, Adam Dunne from Craobhain Park. Click on the thumbnail to see the Christmas Tree. 30.11.07 |
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| Jack Benton
remembers “Boxer Jack Doyle” In today’s episode Jack talks about the time a truck hit the Tubby Connollys pub which is now a fast food restaurant. He also goes on to talk about the other pubs in the town and finishes at the hotel. The bar in the hotel is called “The Jack Doyle Bar” in memory of the famous Irish Boxer and Jack talks about the night when the boxer was locked out of the hotel when our Jack was inside. Click on the thumbnail to download 15Mb, we have done it slightly different this time, let us know if you like the new way. 25.11.07 |
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| Selling
a house? Have a Virtual Tour made. One of the team has moved into photography full time now and today we bring you a sample of one of his "Virtual Tours". The house you are about to see is in Naul village and it's called "The Old Mill". Click on the thumbnail to download and see if would you like a house like this. We hope you enjoy, make sure your speakers are on 24.11.07 |
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| Fingal
Book out now. It's called "From the Danes to the Delvin, Fingal" and the text is by Hubert Murphy from the "Fingal Independent" and the paintings are by Hugh F Ryan in Skerries. Now, not having read the book yet, but from a quick glimpse at the paintings, it’s a gem and an ideal Christmas present especially for those abroad. The book is available in the likes of Hughes and Hughes, Easons, Wise owl, Skerries Book Shop, etc at it retails at € 24.95. The paintings are really exquisite, out of this world, and all of local scenes in Fingal. The artist, has his own web site, http://homepage.eircom.net/~hfryan/ is worth checking out. Click on the thumbnail to see the cover of the book and a painting of Balbriggan. 20.11.07 |
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| Christmas
Tree Light switch on. Brian Murray from the town council has asked us to let you know that the Christmas tree lights will be switched on at 7.00pm on the 30th November 2007. They have issued a press release, and an entry form for the competition which can be downloaded. click on the thumbnail. 19.11.07 |
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| Balbriggan
Signal Box- End of an Era. The towns signal box was built in 1890 and for over a hundred years it stood adjacent to the train station. In 1994 it was decommissioned and there to record its last working day on video was Jack Benton. This fascinating video is almost 25 minutes long and in it you see signal man John Collier operating the levers for the last time. John talks to our Jack about his career in the GNR and the signal boxes he worked in over the years. We at Balbriggan.net have converted the video to DVD and it is available from McGoverns Gift Shop and House of Gifts, both on Dublin Street. Only a limited number will be available so place you order there as soon as possible. 14.11.07 |
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