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News
Measures to deal with ‘toxic waste’ dumping from drug use
Feb 11, 2026
Measures including pruning hedges and trees to “improve visibility” will be implemented to tackle anti-social behavior and suspected drug use in Kingswood Heights. Cllr Jess Spear... Read More
Tallaght
Mother heartbroken after son’s memorials removed
The mother of a Tallaght teenager who died in a tragic scrambler accident last year has been left frustrated and heartbroken over the removal of ... Read More
‘Chatty benches’ set to be introduced with €50,000 budgeted for furniture in parks
‘Chatty benches’ are set to be introduced in Tallaght and other areas after a pilot scheme in another Dublin region. €50,000 will go towards the ... Read More
Twenty-five Greenhills students in Malaga for Erasmus programme
Twenty-five students from a college in Greenhills are taking part in a ten-day Erasmus programme in Malaga. The students from Dublin College Further Education and ... Read More
Clondalkin
Framework aims for a greenway link along Knockmeenagh Lane
The draft Clondalkin Local Planning Framework will work towards an active travel link or greenway along Knockmeenagh Lane as part of the area’s regeneration. The ... Read More
€1.5 million allocated towards road works at 24 locations in Clondalkin
Over €1.5 million is set to go towards planned road works in Clondalkin throughout 2026, as part of a €10 million package for all of ... Read More
Man (25) found with six bags of cannabis worth €300 for personal use
A MAN had six bags of cannabis worth €300 on him for personal use, a court heard. Dean Brannigan (25), Deansrath Avenue, Clondalkin, appeared before ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Man caught with ‘a cornucopia’ of counterfeit cash and stolen bike
A man who was caught with “a cornucopia” of drugs, counterfeit cash and a stolen motorbike has been jailed for three years, reports Sonya McLean. ... Read More
Fr Pat has made a huge impact in the community
“Paul Hill gave my name that I was the one who supplied the bombs.” Building a hall from the ground, being arrested alongside the Guildford ... Read More
Merging of 80 bus service with the 130 is expected to solve issues
The merging of the 80 bus service with the 130, expected to solve issues residents from Chapelizod and Palmerstown have encountered, is now not set ... Read More
Lucan
Council to take in charge Paddocks estate and calls for stronger permeability link
“It is quite a short link. So, it should not be a great deal of money to sort it out”. The Paddocks in Lucan is ... Read More
Work to start on 12th Lock studio and Grange Cottages in summer
Some of the key projects in Lucan’s 12th Lock Masterplan are set to begin construction this summer, with facilities expected to open in early 2027. ... Read More
Contractor aims to complete village works within six weeks
“It looks far harder in design than I had thought.” Concerns were raised about the Lucan Village works after the contractor stated the project is ... Read More
Sport
Marks Celtic would benefit from new astro
MARKS Celtic are in dire need of improved pitch facilities according to Club Chairman Ian Cummins with the side left unable to field teams in ... Read More
Sport
Kingwood positive about the future
KINGSWOOD FC have seen much development go on within the club in recent weeks with plans for more development ongoing. Club member Keith Brunell spoke ... Read More
Sport
Hillary Nets claims Club Coach of the Year prize
WATCH: HILLARY Nets was named the Active South Dublin Coach of the Year in association with The Echo and South Dublin County Council in the ... Read More
Sport
Ballyboden St Enda’s senior footballers proud to win Team of the Year Award
WATCH: BALLYBODEN St Enda’s senior footballers have been named Team of the Year at the Active South Dublin awards following their performance in both the ... Read More
Sport
Hard work pays off on and off the pitch for Lucan United
WATCH: LUCAN United have been named club of the year at the Active South Dublin Sports Awards with The Echo and South Dublin County Council ... Read More
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Focused on People: Supporting Everyday Life in Our Suburbs
LAST October Manna Air Delivery proudly sponsored the South Dublin Chamber Business Awards in the Employee of the Year Award category, won by the fantastic ... Read More
Business
Talent shortages growing with resources stretched
OVER 80 per cent of businesses are struggling to plug skills gaps in critical areas that are impacting productivity and growth, according to new research. ... Read More
LEO
LEO supported companies created 91 jobs last year
THE Minister of State for Employment, Small Business and Retail, Alan Dillon, T.D., announced the annual results of the Local Enterprise Offices (LEOs) for 2025 ... Read More
Business
Football club looking to add more features and a coffee shop
Kilnamanagh AFC are looking to add more community features to their new clubhouse, including a coffee shop. Work is almost complete on the club’s €500k ... Read More
Business
Priory Market to welcome new businesses as vendors move on
The new year is bringing some menu changes to Tallaght’s Priory Market, as they are set to welcome three exciting new businesses soon. Priory Market, ... Read More
Permission granted for 20 unit apartment block
Planning permission has been granted for a 20-unit apartment block in Larkfield Square in Lucan. The development will see seven one-bed and 12 two-bed apartments, ... Read More
Access and parking arrangements sought on proposed mosque site
The developers of a proposed mosque in Lucan have been asked to supply additional information regarding “access and parking arrangements.” Plans were lodged in November ... Read More
Only one repair and lease scheme grant approved
Only one application for a council grant that aims to bring vacant properties back into use as social housing has been approved in the last ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Variety Group really excited to take part in new production
"WE HAVE never done this show before, so we are really excited to be taking on this new production of 'Alice in Pantoland,' explains secretary ... Read More
Arts & Culture
‘Araya’ is debut novel by Saggart author Aneta
"THE story wouldn’t exist without Ethan," explains Saggart-based author Aneta Ciszek-Kowalska, regarding her debut novel, 'Araya'. The story of the book is set in 2050, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Food with Passion: Irish Farmhouse Chicken Casserole 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
Hearing the audiences laugh and join in made us feel like superstars
"OUR panto 'Aladdin' went brilliantly," smiles Clondalkin Drama Group's Michaela Courtney. 'Aladdin' was performed in Colaiste Chillain from January 10 to 18. According to Michaela, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Westside come to life in K-Pop Demon Hunter in Dancing with the Stars
"We were approached by the creative team last November, as they were looking for dancers to join the show's professional dancers in a 'K-Pop Demon ... 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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How Automation Is Helping Irish Food Businesses Scale
Talk to any food producer and you’ll hear the same mix of pride and pressure. Pride, because the product is good. Often very good. Pressure, ... Read More
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The Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series: The ultimate barista experience at home
Designed for coffee lovers who want barista-quality drinks without leaving the house, the new Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series (ES701UK) combines precision engineering with luxury ... Read More
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Best Menswear returns to The Square after 14 Years to welcome you back
ADVERTORIAL After 14-years, Best Menswear is thrilled to announce its official return to The Square, Tallaght with a brand-new store opening. This highly successful relaunch ... Read More
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Foróige’s celebrating Youth Night 2025!
ADVERTORIAL Join us to see the positive impact of Foróige and youth work in our community. Parents, volunteers, and new members are all welcome! THURSDAY, ... Read More
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Clondalkin’s The Laurels Wins ‘Irish Pub of the Year’ at the 2025 Irish Pub Awards
ADVERTORIAL Clondalkin, Dublin — The Laurels, a beloved fixture on Main Street, Clondalkin, has achieved the highest accolade in Irish hospitality, being named National Pub of ... Read More
