| 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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| SummerFest---Balbriggan's Got Talent. This Saturday Bracken Court Hotel. contact Ann on 085 7476557 for more details |
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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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| Balbriggan Horticultural Society Annual Rose Show. It takes place on the 5th July in Ardgillan Castle Balbriggan........ For more details click on the thumbnail. |
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Harford elected Cathaoirleach at Balbriggan Town Council Annual Meeting |
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| We Haven't Gone Away You Know. Apologies for the lack of news on the site of late but it's due to work commitments. Hopefully, in next few days we will get some items up of interest. Thanks for your patience. 17.06.09 |
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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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| Guest Book Updated Here |
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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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| Balbriggan Summer Festival The schedule is almost finalised and we have it here. Also, if you want to become a volunteer during the festival, we have all the contact numbers here. The festival takes place from the 10th to the 12th July and promises to be a great time. Lets hope the weather will be as good as it is now. Click on the thumbnail to go to the Balbriggan Summer Festival web page. 05.06.09 |
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Coláiste Ghlór na Mara announces patronage |
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St Francis Hospice Golf Classic Following on from last years classic which thanks to you all was a great success, we are at it again.This years classic is taking place on Friday 7th August.This years event received a major boost when Christy O Connor junior kindly agreed to play on the day and present the prizes. As a result of this we are holding a raffle on 1st August.There are 2 prizes of a spot in Christy's team on the day and also a third prize of 2 tickets to Old Trafford to watch a Man Utd game. Click on the thumbnail for more details. 05.06.09 |
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Twins arrive in the Pyne Clan.
Congratulations to Ned and Brenda Pyne who have became grandparents for the first time on the double. Their son Damien and daughter in law Marie gave birth to Twins on the 30th of May which was also Brenda's birthday. There was great excitement in Bremore as Hugh and Laura entered the Pyne clan at 3.05pm and 3.07pm on Saturday afternoon. Damien is a native of Balbriggan and Marie is a Native of Tuam, where they married three years ago and now live. 05.06.09 |
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Tony Corcoran's 40th Party |
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Book of Solidarity in Balbriggan Town Hall |
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Balbriggan's Got Talent Open Auditions Balbriggan's Got Talent! Open Auditions Saturday 27th June, 9am to 5pm - Bracken Court Hotel Click on thumbnail for more details |
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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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| Fingal County Childcare Committee Seeks Community Reps. Click on Thumbnail |
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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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| Guest Book Updated Here |
| 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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| Free Financial Advise We received an email from Michael Flynn offering free financial & general advice to people who needed assistance. If you need advise in these difficult times, give michael a bell on 01-5240526. |
| 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 |
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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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| Guest Book Updated. Click HERE |
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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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| Balbriggan Dramatic Society Looking for a Man They are looking for a man in his 20's or 30's to play a part in their next production. If interested, phone Grainne, 087-9436650 |
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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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Patrick Corry 1906 Signature |
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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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| Guest Book Updated. To prevent spam email, we will be removing the email address of the visitors. Is unfortunate as many of you use it to contact long lost friends but several visitors have asked us to remove their address. |
| 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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The Hoe Guildea on John Evans Photos |
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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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| Sean
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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| O'Dwyers
GAA Table Quiz O'Dwyers GAA Club are holding a Table Quiz on Thursday 5th February. Doors open at 9pm. ?5 per person, 4 to a team. Raffle and Refreshments on the night also. All welcome. |
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Horticultural Society. Next meeting Thursday 19th February at 8.30pm Organic Gardening Speaker: Kathryn Marsh. For more details, click on the thumbnail. |
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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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| 1947
School Photo and B.net new Offices Firstly, a friend has suggested that if we let people know the new address of B.net, we may get even more "Classic Photos". So, in case you didnt know, our office is at 10 Hampton Green, Balbriggan. It used to be "Murphys Yard", so if you have some old Balbriggan photos and would like to share them with others, drop along to the office where we can copy the photos there and then. Secondly, we have a great photo, not sure if it is already on the site, it's 1947 Balrothery School Photo. We will bring it all to you this week. Have a good week. 25.01.09 |
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Scrap Book Today we bring you two entries from Michael Heeney's Scrap Book. Today, it's 1914. Click on the thumbnail. 24.01.09 |
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| Ok,
Ok. Here are Two John Evans Photographs We were given out to, severely, this evening by someone who shall remain nameless. She said, "For **** Sake, why only one photo per day, that's like giving a child a packet of sweets and only letting them eat one per day, Get a grip....." So today, even though we brought you photos earlier today, we are bringing you two photos now. We have some of the names but we always like to get our viewers involved. So if you know who are in these, let us know. Click on the thumbnail to view. Hope you're Ok Nancy, (Richardson) 23.01.09 |
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| 1950's
Photograph at Hampton Hall. Here is a photograph that was given to us by Sean farrell. Its a great photo with 13 locals in it. We are missing one name, so if anyone can help, please contact us. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge and enjoy. 23.01.09 |
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for help. We received this email, "Just wondering do you know if anyone does First Aid courses in the Balbriggan area?" If anyone knows, can you email us here. Thanks |
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News About Replacing Lighthouse Dome The Fingal Independent has this week reported that "Benefactor could rescue lighthouse" but that now the Council are unable to contact him. Click on the thumbnail to read the full story. 23.01.09 |
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| Charity
Match for Martin Finnegan Benefit Fund Glebe North FC verses League of Ireland Champions Bohemians, February 18th at 7:30pm, Market Green, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. Tickets on sale €10 each. |
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| Balbriggan
Newspaper Cuttings from 1912 - 1922 A scrap book containing newspaper cuttings about Balbriggan was handed into our office the other day. It was found by Martin Hughes and it was about to be dumped. It was compiled by "Michael J Heeney, Architect & Surveyor, Georges Square" and it has pages and pages of cuttings about Balbriggan from 1912 to about 1922. Over the coming weeks we will bring you as much of the book as possible. Click on the thumbnail to view and read. 23.01.09 |
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Confrey's Pub Last Night This is our second batch of photos from inside this famous pub. Three photos for you today which we hope you you enjoy. In some of the photos we can see other people taking photos, were you there? Did you take photos that night or on other nights. If so, we'd love to share them with other B.net viewers. Email us, info at Balbriggan.net. Click on the thumbnail to view. 21.01.09 |
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| John
Evans Strikes Again Here is, as promised, another classic from "The John Evans" collection. Well, we hope it's of Balbriggan people, we are depending on you to help us. At a guess, it's the 1950's, there are 4 people in the photo, do you know who they are? Hopefully we'll have names shortly. 19.01.09 Update. We have the names now |
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Comes to an end. This piece of news is aimed at the cast of the Panto, our man took some photos backstage and this is the only way he can get the slide show to them. To all the gang from Rolestown Panto, click on the thumbnail to the right and download 20mb, save it, then watch and enjoy. Well done everybody, back to reality now. 19.01.09 |
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Breaks Out In Town Shop Local hobby photographers were caught fighting in Balbriggan over who was a better photographer, Colin Whelan or Thomas Levins, in The Photo Centre. These 2 fellas came across themselves in Railway Street today, and there had to be a showdown! Lens at Noon high! Thanks to Teresa for the photo! Click to enlarge photo |
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The Boats Here is another photo from The John Evans Collection and it shows men tarring the underside of the boat. They brought the boat just out from the harbour and waited for the tide to go out, the boat then leans on one side and work can commence. Also, we received an interesting email from Alex McKenna in connection with John Evans Photographs. To read the mail and enlarge this photo, click on the thumbnail. 13.01.09 |
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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
Summer Festival Fund Raising Gig in O'Sheas We were wondering if at all possible if you could advertise a fundraiser gig taking place in osheas pub balbriggan on Thursday 22nd January. Its a fundraiser for the balbriggan summer festival which will be on in the town in July. We have Eric sharpe jimmy brennan mark mc inerney Eric Campbell and j j walls 5 local lads who all play with different bands getting together for one night only A night not to be missed for any music fan. Tickets are ten Euro each and can be got from any committee member or you can pay at the door on the night. If anyone would like tickets they can contact me Gary At deniseandgary at eircom.net (Change "at" to @) Or phone 0862701635 (Eddie) |
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QUIZ BALBRIGGAN & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY Thursday January 22nd at 8.30pm in Scouts Hall Market Green(near Lidl) Balbriggan. €5 each.Brush up you gardening knowledge, enjoy a fun evening and maybe win a prize! Enquiries to (01)8491361 or (10)8412060 |
| 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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| Confrey's
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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| Vacancy
for Parish Secretary FR. Barry has been onto us, there is a vacancy for Parish Secretary. For details of qualifications required, click Here |
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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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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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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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George's Church Carols St George's Church are holding their Traditional Service of Nine Lessons and Carols on Sunday 21st December at 5pm.All are welcome. |
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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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