The countdown is on for the third Lusk Summer Festival which takes place on Saturday the 22nd June! The organisers have a fantastic day lined up for the whole community, with great kid’s entertainment, music and entertainment all day long, vintage vehicle display, a huge selection of food to choose from, and an amazing market, bound to entice everyone.

“Immense gratitude to our sponsors Progressive Credit Union and to Fingal County Council for their continued support and sponsorship. Without their help, we simply would not be able to hold this great event,” the organisers stated while adding, “We would also like to thank our business donators and contributors, especially OLIVER, who so generously provide all our signs and posters. We look forward to seeing you all there!”

Meanwhile, the Lusk Action Group, comprised of representatives from key community groups including local public representatives, met with developers McGarrell Reilly last month for a presentation of revised plans for Lusk Village Quarter.

“Clarity was brought to some community issues and concerns. The original plans, including the area which encompasses Lusk Motor Factors cannot proceed as the business owners have chosen not to at present. Due to this, new plans had to be drawn up, with a smaller green space/plaza area and revised construction plans for restaurant/bar, creche and shops,” reads a statement from the group.

“These plans are now complete and planning permission will be lodged with Fingal County Council soon. It is anticipated that planning permission will not be granted until later in the year and that the building process will be 2 years. This unfortunately means that it will not be all complete for another 3 years. This appears to now be unavoidable,” they added.

McGarrell Reilly pointed to the projects that they have completed in Lusk, and the support that they have offered to local community groups, including the delivery of Soccer Club and playing facilities, construction of the ring road, improved design and connection of sewage system, sourcing school sites, building playgrounds and the delivery of functioning retail in the new Lusk Quarter development.