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On Thursday 6th August Balbriggan Golf Club celebrated its 75th Anniversary. The 75th Anniversary Committee have been working for the past 2 years organising events. Unfortunately due to the Covid 19 pandemic many of these events had to be postponed. A small ceremony to unfurl (more…)
Balbriggan Golf Club is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year. G. L. “Gerry” McGowan the founder whose vision and driving force led to the course being officially opened on the 6th of August 1945 . To celebrate an exhibition match took place between four of Ireland’s leading Professionals (more…)
A very happy birthday to Connie Hickey from Balrothery who celebrated her 90th birthday today. Connie celebrated with a get together with her family in the Bracken Court hotel and a fantastic day was had by all. Happy Birthday Connie, we hope your 90th birthday, like your lifetime, is full of love (more…)
On Sunday, Balbriggan Gardai, Balbriggan Fire Services, family, friends and neighbours turned out to celebrate the 8oth birthday of Margaret Barlow. Margaret was treated to flowers, cards, balloons and a beautiful cake to mark the occasion. Happy birthday Margaret and we wish (more…)
On Sunday Adam Tolan had a very special surprise for his 6th birthday. Adam who is battling cancer and was allowed home from hospital for a few hours to celebrate his birthday and this was made extra special when Balbriggan Gardai and Balbriggan Fire Service turned up to help him celebrate. (more…)
On Saturday friends, family and neighbours came together to help Anne Gibbons celebrate her 90th birthday. The sun was shining and everyone was in great spirits especially Anne who had a great big smile for her visitors. A special thanks to Balbriggan Gardai, Balbriggan Fire Services and Tesco for (more…)
Turning 30 is a major milestone and this evening Stephen Cashell got a big surprise when the community Gardai, Balbriggan Fire Service and Garda horses turned up to help him celebrate his special day. Stephen is a big rugby fan and his birthday cake had the IRFU ball front and center. (more…)
This years Balbriggan St Patrick’s Day parade may be cancelled but one thing is for sure, over the years we have had some fantastic parades in Balbriggan. These parades show the great community spirit that exists in the town and how Balbriggan puts on a great show. If you’d like to take (more…)
Balbriggan Golf Club held its 75th Anniversary Drive -in on Saturday 7th March. The huge crowd were entertained by piper Callum Pinter as they waited patiently for both Captains to arrive & they were not disappointed. Lady Captain Breegen & Captain Barry wearing attire from 1945, (more…)
Adult Education Service Balbriggan and Swords award ceremony, took place on Thursday 13th of February in the Bracken Court Hotel. A total of 62 adult learners were eligible to graduate in a range of Quality and Qualifications Ireland certification (QQI) ranging from Level 2 to Level 6. (more…)
Preparations for St. Patrick’s Day this year are underway with seven parades organised across the county with Malahide set to host their first parade. The parades will yet again be lively celebrations of all things Irish and a fun day out for everyone. Over 100,000 residents are expected to attend (more…)
On Friday night Balbriggan Golf Club kicked off its 75th Anniversary Launch in their clubhouse. The clubhouse was full to capacity as Captain Barry and Lady Captain Breegen opened the evening. Balbriggan Golf Club has a very exciting year planned to celebrate this milestone and the captains (more…)