Malahide United hosted the Coastal Cup for a range of both boys and girls age groups on the weekend of the 24th and 25th of August. It was a huge success, and two great days of football were had.
The Malahide boys U10 A team ended up winning their tournament, beating Cherry Orchard in the semi-final and then going on to beat an excellent Belvedere FC team in the final on penalties.
Lions Clubs of Ireland have recently launched a partnership with Childhood Cancer Ireland who support hundreds of families affected by childhood cancer. All funds raised will be used to ease the burden of treatment and help to provide emotional and practical support for families and survivors. Many local and internationally
well-known artists are exhibiting, all generously giving a percentage of their sales to the charity. A range of amazing paintings are on offer. Raffle tickets for €10 will be on sale during the exhibition for paintings by Alan Kenny and Jean Lowndes.
The Exhibition takes place on Sat 18th Oct and Sun 19th Oct from 12-6pm each day in the Malahide Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (K36TD90)
Free Entry. All are welcome. Further info contact: malahidelionsart@gmail.com and see ‘Malahide Lions Art’ on Facebook and www.malahidelions.com
The Malahide-Portmarnock branch of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind were delighted with the support shown for their fundraiser at Malahide Castle Sports Pavilion last month. The fun golf fundraiser has become an annual fixture in the branch calendar, with this year’s event raising a total of €3,588.22 through a combination of golf team contributions and raffle ticket sales.
“Every year we hold the Par 3 fundraiser, we are blown away by the support we receive from golfers, local residents, visitors to Malahide, and the local businesses who support the event,” said IGDB branch chair, Pat Harney. “This year, we had a total of 23 teams out on the course during the day, and all of them thoroughly enjoyed the event. We are particularly grateful to Aramark and Jenny Jones, Manager of the Malahide Castle Sports Pavilion, for agreeing to host the event again in 2024.”
Non-golfers were also able to support the fundraiser by purchasing tickets for the raffle, as well as the auction of an oil-on-canvas painting kindly given by Patricia McGee. “We want to thank all of the businesses who contributed prizes for the raffle, including Skerries Golf Club, Malahide Golf Club, J.W. Smyth Butchers Portmarnock, Jus de Vine Portmarnock, Dunnes Stores, FAI and Sport Ireland,” said local volunteer Frank Kelly. “Having such a great range of prizes available really adds to the event, particularly for everyone who would like to contribute but might not play golf themselves.”
All funds raised will go to Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind. 85% of the organisation’s income each year comes from voluntary donations and fundraising through its branch network, and donations from this local event will help to support and train the next generation of Guide Dogs and Assistance Dogs.
Malahide Musical & Dramatic Society are delighted to announce the return of Pub Theatre!
Join them on October 18th and 19th, in St Sylvester’s GAA club for a night of guaranteed entertainment!
Tickets are €10 on the door. Doors at 7.30pm for an 8pm start!
For more information email malahidemusicalsociety@gmail.com
The first band in Malahide was established over 100 years ago. Now in Autumn 2024, the Malahide Pipe Band is offering beginners of all ages the opportunity to learn and play the pipes or drums.
For parents, playing the pipes or drums offers young people a hobby to learn and play a musical instrument, be part of a music group, and grow in confidence by performing at local events.
For adults, it is never too late to learn a musical instrument. If you have ever heard or seen the pipes or drums and you would like to try, now is your chance!
Just email for more information. Information evenings planned. Classes in Malahide.
Everyone is welcome.
The change in planned works at Malahide Railway Station has been warmly welcomed with concerns that the original plans would have a substantial impact in the area.
The works to modify the tracks on the Dublin to Belfast line are planned due to the increase in rail services on the line including the extension of the DART to Drogheda.
There were concerns raised by locals about the location of a ‘turnback’ contained within the planned works immediately north of Malahide Station between the Strand Road Underbridge and Malahide Viaduct.
The public consultation on the plans reads, “The turnback will be situated between the two existing running lines which will necessitate the existing running lines to be slewed to the east between the two aforementioned bridges. This slewing will introduce the need to widen the existing embankment to the east, which will be accomplished by building a retaining structure alongside the realigned track”
“The works at Malahide comprise track modification which are essential to facilitate the increase in train services, by allowing trains to be turned back clear of continuing services on separate tracks.”
The members of the Malahide Community Forum stated that they are very happy that Irish Rail took on board their representations and re-located the turnback.
“The Forum is delighted that Irish Rail engaged and listened to our feedback and have moved the Turnback from the Eastern Embankment to the Western Embankment North of Malahide Railway Station.”
“The original proposal would have led to an unnecessary and significant, permanent impact to local residents in the Marina and the movement of heavy machinery through the village during construction. Win, Win, Win.”
by Josephine Brady
Malahide resident Josephine Brady never expected to be dealing with cancer shortly after turning 50. But that’s the challenge that faced the respected Cavan County Librarian in 2014 when she was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL).
Life changed utterly for the Cavan native. Shortly after diagnosis, Josephine moved to Malahide and underwent chemoimmunotherapy. Since then, she has lived with CLL but not allowed it to dictate her life, seeking solace in literature.
“Readers grappling with cancer – patients, survivors, loved ones and caregivers - reach for language and story that will enable them to endure suffering, find meaning and recover hope,” says Josephine. “The challenge is finding the finest writing quickly and easily. No treasury of essential reading nor introductory guide exists. That is, until now.”
“When I was diagnosed with cancer, it prompted me to research and write the book I longed to read but could not find.”
“The Breath of Consolation is an anthology, a compendium, a treasure chest and a reader’s companion. It honours fifty literary treasures from three centuries, six continents and thirteen countries. Memoirs, novels, poetry, short stories, and creative non-fiction feature.”
It has generated hugely positive responses from writers and medical professionals alike.
Niall MacMonagle, educator, anthologist and cultural commentator sees her book as “offering important and valuable signposts, leading us towards the finest writing about cancer. Her in-depth analyses are not only knowledgeable and clear-sighted but enriching, re-affirming and hopeful.”
Martina Devlin, author and journalist writes: “Grace, wisdom and solace can be found between these pages. Josephine has taken something devastating and transformed it into beauty with these lovingly plaited extracts and her observations on them.”
John Quinn, Author and Broadcaster loves her work, stating that it is “Full of wit, wisdom, honesty, courage and heart.”
Dr Amanda Kracen, Psychologist and President of IPSON, urges patients, survivors and caregivers to dive into Josephine’s book to “significantly enhance their well-being and resilience”.
ISBN 978-1-3999-85185 Euro 24.99
Available: Manor Books Malahide
To benefit Cuan Cancer Support Centre and Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre
Irish Adventure Athlete Daragh Morgan recently completed a challenging run from Ireland’s most southerly point Mizen Head in West Cork up to its most Northern Point - Malin Head in Co Donegal.
He encountered all types of weather, typical of our Irish Summer - winds, rain, sunshine - as he set out early each morning running through Counties Cork, Limerick, Tipperary, Offaly, Longford, Westmeath, Leitrim, Cavan, Fermanagh, Tyrone, Donegal. He ran a marathon equivalent 42km or more each day carrying his own one man tent & all supplies for the challenge in a jogging pram.
Along the route he met many friendly & helpful locals in towns, villages & rural communities with many offering encouragement, advice & refreshments.
He stopped off at celtic sites, holy wells, Glentstall Abbey on the route making it a spiritual journey as well as a running challenge.
He arrived in great spirits & good sunshine on Sunday August 11th at Malin Head after starting out from Mizen Head on August 1st, running over 600km, 15 marathons equivalents.
Malahide Library is delighted to be starting a new book club in September. The club is called “Bibliofiles” and will be an informal, lively one-hour meeting once per month to discuss a chosen title in the popular/literary fiction genre, starting with Kate Atkinson’s Life After Life.
The construction of Lakeside Memorial Park, a new 24-acre cemetery in Portmarnock is moving at a steady pace and is expected to open in mid to late 2025.
The Minister for Housing, Local Government, and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, visited the construction site recevntly, marking a significant milestone in the development of this innovative project which will redefine the traditional cemetery experience in Ireland.
”Lakeside Memorial Park is a forward-thinking initiative that honours our heritage while addressing the evolving needs of our community. This project not only provides a peaceful resting place but will also integrate beautifully with the natural backdrop of St. Marnock’s Church. This project reflects the founders, Niall, and Henry’s dedication to delivering respectful and dignified burial options while enhancing our local heritage and providing an open amenity for all to avail of,” Minister O’Brien said.
The unique project, developed by founders, Niall O’Connor, and Henry Wildgust, will provide an array of distinguished burial choices - traditional and large family plots, niches in stately columbarium walls, and large in-ground ash plots, all within a beautifully landscaped 25-acre park (which is slightly larger than St. Stephen’s Green). The park is “designed to celebrate life” and will include the planting of approximately 1,200 trees, the creation of a large lake, café, children’s play area, and many beautiful walks and peaceful places for quiet reflection and remembrance. Once complete, Lakeside Memorial Park will be a fantastic addition and wonderful amenity for the local area.
For more information on Lakeside Memorial Park, please visit www.lakesidememorialpark.ie
