Seachtain na Gaeilge will be celebrated in style in Fingal again in 2020 as Fingal County Council launches an exciting and varied programmed of events. This international Irish Language festival runs from 1-17 March with its motto encouraging everyone to use whatever Irish they have Continue reading →

The tragic events of the sack of Balbriggan by Black And Tans have left an unforgettable memory on the town. Peter Burke the Head Constable of the R.I.C was accompanied by his brother William a Sgt and they entered Smyth’s pub (now the Millrace Pub) for a drink. There are confusing accounts Continue reading →

Fingal County Council enjoyed a successful evening the annual All Ireland Community and Council (LAMA) Awards which took place in Croke Park. Fingal was nominated for ten initiatives in eight categories and came away with four awards on the night.  The Community Car’ Age-Friendly Continue reading →

I don’t know if it’s just me but the winters seem to get longer each year.  I can understand the logic of animals who hibernate to hide from the bleak winter months.  The good news is we are starting to see a stretch in the evenings and the daffodils are starting to bloom.   Next month the clocks Continue reading →

Adult Education Service Balbriggan and Swords award ceremony, took place on Thursday 13^th 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. Continue reading →

Chief Medical Officer of the Department of Health, Dr. Tony Holohan said; “We are continuing to monitor the situation globally. “While the overwhelming majority of cases to date have been reported in China, we continue to advance preparedness plans here in Ireland. We remain in Continue reading →

Fingal County Council have reported a planned water outage in Balbriggan, Wednesday 19^th February 2020 to carry out essential maintenance. Water off between 10:00am – 4:00pm (approximately). Fingal County Council apologise for any inconvenience caused by this disruption. Areas affected: Continue reading →

Fingal County Council are delighted to announce the opening of two new playgrounds in Balbriggan. The Bandstand playground near the Martello Tower and Quay Street playground were officially opened by Mayor of Fingal Cllr. Eoghan O’Brien in the company of Chief Executive AnnMarie Continue reading →