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Fuel protestors block N81 Tallaght bypass
Apr 10, 2026
WATCH: [video width="848" height="478" mp4="https://cdn.echo.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/10111125/WhatsApp-Video-2026-04-10-at-10.21.10-AM.mp4"][/video] Motorists are advised to avoid the N81 Tallaght bypass due to an ongoing protest against fuel prices, reports James Roulston Mooney.... Read More
Tallaght
Man fined €500 for breaching condition of safety order
A MAN was fined €500 for breaching conditions of a safety order with his ex-partner, asking her to drop charges against him. At Tallaght District ... Read More
Over €11k raised at charity match in memory of Fionn
A charity match on Easter Saturday that was held in honour of a Knocklyon teen who died in January helped his family to raise over ... Read More
Local Faces: Christy McDonnell
IF ANY of our readers took a trip to see the Four Districts St Patrick's Day around Brittas, Saggart, Newcastle and of course Rathcoole, they ... Read More
Clondalkin
Concerns expressed about anti-social behaviour at proposed new playspace
Residents of a Clondalkin neighbourhood expressed concerns about antisocial behaviour at a proposed new playspace in their area at a recent meeting. More than 50 ... Read More
Coco’s Law ‘true power lies in education’ says mother Jackie
A NEW garda schools programme aimed at tackling online harassment was launched this week. Coco’s Law is named after Clondalkin woman Nicole ‘Coco’ Fox (21), ... Read More
Anti-social behaviour led to the delay in upgrade works at park
SOUTH Dublin County Council are liaising with the contractor for St Cuthbert’s Park in Clondalkin to agree a date for the completion of works. Anti-social ... Read More
Ballyfermot
‘Passionate’ Anne is named D10 Honorary Lord Mayor
A “passionate” Ballyfermot activist thanked her community for their support after she raised over €11,000 to become the new D10 Honorary Lord Mayor for 12 ... Read More
Local authority urged to ‘take the lead’ after necessary funding not provided for festival
The council has been urged to ‘take the lead’ to ensure that events in Cherry Orchard and other areas go ahead after news that Cherry ... Read More
Meeting to build momentum behind promises for new secondary school
A PUBLIC meeting will take place at St Setons Secondary School, Ballyfermot at 6pm on April 21. The purpose of this meeting is to highlight ... Read More
Lucan
Principal retires after 40 years in Divine Mercy
A local principal in Balgaddy was “blown away” by the kindness shown to her at a retirement mass on Wednesday at Divine Mercy Church when ... Read More
Five-storey civic building approved in Adamstown
PLANS have been approved for a five-storey civic building accommodating a library in Adamstown in Lucan. Applicants Clear Developments Infrastructure DAC plans include a five-storey ... Read More
Girl Guides joy at securing first Lego League Award
LUCAN-based team conNÉCKt, representing the Irish Girl Guides, secured a prestigious victory at the FIRST LEGO League Irish National Final this week, taking home the ... Read More
Sport
JKS field strong squad at Ireland Open
JKS Tallaght Karate club recently took part in the JKS Ireland Open which was held in Tallaght Leisure Centre last Sunday. Led by Philip Kennedy ... Read More
Sport
Couch to 5k program success
NORTH Clondalkin Running Club has recently seen the conclusion of their couch to 5k program with 17 individuals finishing the course. With now over 120 ... Read More
Sport
Rovers redeveloping Roadstone
SHAMROCK Rovers are redeveloping their facility in Roadstone to construct a new 7 aside astro pitch which will be of great benefit to the youth ... Read More
Sport
Onish brings home silver from English Open
ST MARK’S Taekwondo athlete Onish Dutta has recently been representing the club in International competitions and flying the flag for the Tallaght based organisation. The ... Read More
Sport
Talented divers make cut for c’ships in the UK
THREE young athletes from Shamrock Diving Club have secured places at the National Skills and Age Group Diving Championships in the United Kingdom this summer, ... Read More
Business
Manna to create 400 jobs
DRONE delivery company Manna is set to create 400 jobs following €43 million raised in the latest funding round that will drive growth at the ... Read More
Business
Businesses are concerned with rising cost pressures
Four out of every five firms are concerned at the rising cost pressures facing their business in the light of increased geopolitical uncertainty, according to ... Read More
Business
Auxilion invest €1.5m in advisory services
PARK West IT company Auxilion has announced a €1.5m investment in the expansion of its Advisory Services practice, accelerating its market growth strategy. Following increased ... Read More
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More than a gym: The community behind curves in Knocklyon
A STRONG and supportive community of women is building confidence and fitness together at Curves Knocklyon, located at Unit 17, Woodstown Village Shopping Centre, Dublin ... Read More
Business
Seetec recognised with the great place to work award
Seetec Ireland, an employee-owned company, has been officially recognised as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces™ 2026, and was also presented with the High Performing Culture ... Read More
Average price of a three bed semi-detached house is €435k
The average list price nationally rose by 3.7% in the year to March 2026, according to the latest Daft.ie Sales Report. This marks the slowest ... Read More
St Mary’s GAA Club submit information on new 3G all-weather pitch proposals
ST MARY’S GAA Club have submitted additional information for a new 3G all-weather pitch in Pairc Mhuire in Saggart. The plans include the replacement of ... Read More
Retail unit and house has guide price of €195,000
A MIXED-use investment that includes a retail unit and mid-terraced in Bawnlea Green in Jobstown goes under the hammer with a guide price €195,000. The ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Food with passion: Smoky Spanish Hotpot
John Paul Kennedy is a self-taught cook and an avid fan of collecting cookery books with a passion for good old-fashioned home cooking. His passion ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Street Dance event is going down in Dublin 24
JOIN the Civic Theatre's workshops in a youth-focused street dance event created for you to learn, connect, and jam. This event brings young dancers together ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Not a white Bluebell . . .
Rosaleen Dwyer is the County Heritage Officer at South Dublin County Council – every week she gives us an insight into the natural heritage around ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Now and Then go ‘Back to the 80s’ with musical production
"BURSTING with neon nostalgia, iconic hits, vibrant comedy and heartfelt storytelling, 'Back To The 80's' promises a feel good theatrical experience for all ages," beams ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Open Mic Nights great success for drama group
"ALL those in attendance had great craic at our pre-St Patrick's Day open mic night," beams Lucan Drama PRO Officer David Doyle. Lucan Drama recently ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: A unique library that is part of the fabric of Clondalkin
Clondalkin Library is a gorgeous, unique, heritage building still very much in daily use. It is situated at the junction of Monastery Road and Floraville ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Peamount Hospital offer a wide range of health and welfare services to people
In the hinterland between Clondalkin, Newcastle, and Lucan, Peamount Healthcare’s campus sits on a large site on rising ground 300 feet above sea level in ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra: ‘An Rí’ á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta
IS dráma amuigh faoin aer é ‘An Rí’ le Pádraig Mac Piarais a léirigh Aisteoirí Thamhlachta ar Dhomhnach Cásca, i Músaem na bPiarsach, Ráth Fearnáin, ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Discovering all the facts and fictions about our ancestors
Children are said to typically ask their parents or guardians “Where did I come from?” This question in adulthood takes on another meaning for people ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra
IS dráma amuigh faoin aer é ‘An Rí’ le Pádraig Mac Piarais a bheidh á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta ar Dhomhnach na Cásca i Músaem ... Read More
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EirGrid Energy Citizens Roadshow in Newcastle to be hosted by Dancing with The Stars judge Brian Redmond
ADVERTORIAL EirGrid, the operator and developer of the national electricity grid, is set to bring its Energy Citizens Roadshow to Newcastle next week. Led by ... Read More
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Tower Credit Union among the most competitive lenders locally
Personal loans can be a useful way to fund major expenses — but the overall cost depends on where you borrow and the interest rate ... Read More
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Stronger You: The essential guide to building strength to elevate your midlife
By Emma Kennedy Certified strength and conditioning coach Use code: SYFLEMMA50 for 50% of your first month. Qualified personal trainer and fitness trainer with fitness ... Read More
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Dressing Tallaght weddings and families across the generations
Fourteen years after leaving The Square, the return of Best Menswear has been marked by familiar faces, shared memories, and stories that span generations. Few ... Read More
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Grow Mental Health launches its BIG LOVE, Virtual Rose Garden
This Valentine’s season, Grow Mental Health is celebrating a different kind of love, Friendship Love - the everyday kindness, care and support that helps people through life’s challenges ... Read More
