Councillors voted to reduce the county’s Local Property Tax (LPT) for 2026 by five per cent at last night’s monthly meeting of Fingal County Council. The Local Property Tax had been reduced by 7.5% for the past three years so this decision will give the council an extra €1.25m in discretionary spending.

A vibrant new chapter begins for the communities of Ladyswell, Wellview, and Church Fields as Church Fields Linear Park officially opens, bringing with it a transformative green space designed to enhance quality of life, promote sustainability, and foster community connection.

Swords Youth Choir Summer Song Camp is a free five-day camp for 10–17-year-olds, which aims to introduce the joy of group singing and music making to the youth in Swords. Four expert tutors from the locality will lead the 36 singers in numerous group sessions, workshops, games, and individual singing lessons all focusing on the art of ensemble singing. 

The Séamus Ennis Arts Centre is transforming their outdoor courtyard into a vibrant hub of creativity as they present their first ever Garden Party Creative Communities Crafternoons! This delightful series of FREE workshops is happening throughout the Summer. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a curious beginner, these workshops are designed for everyone to come along and immerse themselves in the world of arts and crafts. 

Vintage Picnic 2024 will once again take place in Swords Castle. This is a collaborative event involving Fingal's Community, Communications, Events, Libraries, Healthy Ireland, Sports, and Operations Departments and supported by Creative Ireland.  

Ten months after construction commenced, the €40m centre-piece of the Swords Cultural Quarter is taking shape and is on schedule to open its doors in 2027.