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News
4,000 new homes are in the pipeline across the county
May 20, 2025
Nearly 4,000 homes are in the pipeline for South Dublin County across different development projects led by the Council. At the May Council meeting, SDCC Director... Read More
Tallaght
Sr Mairead changed the lives of so many students
A nun was “blown away” by 120 people celebrating her contribution to the community at a surprise retirement party organised by her former students. With ... Read More
SciFest is a School Fair with flair
Second-year pupils at Firhouse Community College showcased their scientific knowledge at the SciFest School Fair last week. The science fair, organised by the student STEM ... Read More
Freedom FM announces launch of DAB+ digital radio programme
Once a small pirate radio station broadcasting from a garden shed in Templeogue in the mid 1990s, to a well established online radio station with ... Read More
Clondalkin
Drug and Alcohol Awareness Week focuses on abuse of nitrous oxide
Clondalkin Drug and Alcohol Task Force will focus on the abuse of nitrous oxide, also known as fast gas, for this year’s Awareness Week starting ... Read More
Campaign highlights the foundations for the future
A mental health service highlighted the need for service users to be supported in their research for housing and independent living. Established on Monastery Road, ... Read More
Corkagh Park came alive with purpose and solidarity
About 2,000 people walked across Corkagh Park in aid of suicide prevention at the weekend as Darkness into Light events involved many in South Dublin. ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Volunteers who shine a light in community are recognised
A WIDE range of volunteers who make a difference were among the recipients at the Cherry Orchard Community Awards. Among the accolades were individuals but ... Read More
Students explore the European Union
Sixth class students taking part in a project exploring the European Union had a visit from one of Dublin’s own European representatives. MEP Aodhán Ó ... Read More
Pharmacy is celebrating 20 years serving the community
BRENNAN’S Pharmacy in Ballyfermot is celebrating its 20-year anniversary under the stewardship of pharmacist Keith Brennan. The community pharmacy, based in Grange Cross, are in ... Read More
Lucan
Waiting game from probate office in relation to old school master’s house
THE executor of the will for the estate of the late Thomas Mulligan, are awaiting conclusion from the probate office in relation to the old ... Read More
New ‘trust agreement’ and lease still in the works over shared clubhouse
A NEW ‘trust agreement’ and lease is still in the works over a shared clubhouse in Lucan. Griffeen clubhouse is used by Weston Hockey, Lucan ... Read More
Local Faces: John Rabbett
Full disclosure readers, your formerly sporting correspondent has, these days lost a yard of pace, and get a case of the vapours he has to ... Read More
Sport
Rovers and St Pat’s go head-to-head
A BIG crowd is expected in Tallaght Stadium this evening for the meeting of league leaders Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic in the Airtricity ... Read More
Sport
Kilnamanagh U15 girls lift SFAI All-Ireland title
KILNAMANAGH U15 girls team claimed the SFAI All-Ireland title for the very first time. The Tallaght side put together a fine team display as they ... Read More
Sport
Thomas Davis Mini All-Irelands will remember club stalwart John
THOMAS Davis GAA Club will host a festival of Gaelic Games on Kiltipper Road in May with the mini All-Irelands taking place. The action will ... Read More
Sport
Palmerstown FC complete league and cup double
PALMERSTOWN FC capped off a fantastic season by winning the Noel Ryan Cup to complete the double after recently winning the league. The Palmerstown outfit ... Read More
Sport
Earl Celtic topple Old Bawn to book a place in cup decider
AFTER a couple of years out of the game Earl Celtic returned to the UCFL this term and after their 2-1 win over Old Bawn ... Read More
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Take Action for a Greener South Dublin County This May! – Dublin Climate Action Week
Mark your calendars! South Dublin County Council is thrilled to be a key partner in Dublin Climate Action Week, taking place from May 12th to ... Read More
Business
Business expansion another step up the ladder for Sylvia
HARD work and graft is paying off for Ballyfermot businesswomen Sylvia Kennedy, who this week celebrated teaming up with Sorrento Pizza Ireland for their new ... Read More
Business
The Echo Newspaper price increase
As we continue to navigate through the ever-growing digital landscape of media news and the change in buying habits of traditional newspapers, the local newspaper ... Read More
Business
Echo.ie gives us unlimited space – Print still matters, but online allows us to thrive
In its 45 years of business, The Echo navigated a constantly evolving media sector and soon understood that going online could be a turning point. ... Read More
Business
South County overall expenditure soared by almost €300m in 2024
OVERALL expenditure at South Dublin County Council increased by €284 million in 2024 from the previous year. The increase is down to demands for expenditure ... Read More
Three houses planned for grounds of Ball Alley House
THREE new houses planned on the grounds of the Ball Alley House have been lodged with South Dublin County Council. Plans for the 0.177 ha site ... Read More
Some objections to Mosque plans
FURTHER submissions have been lodged in relation to proposals for a mosque at Hills Industrial Estate in Lucan. It has led to objections as the ... Read More
Rugby Club is seeking planning permission for padel court enclosure
ST MARY’S Rugby Club in Templeogue are seeking planning permission to introduce a padel court enclosure at their premises on Templeville Road. The sport of ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Echo at 45: It was the largest shopping centre in Ireland
The Square Town Centre was opened on 23 October 1990, in the presence of 45,000 people, by then Taoiseach Charles Haughey, having been built at ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Bootleg Beach Boys: The Ultimate Tribute to The Beach Boys!
Don’t miss this incredible tribute to the legendary Beach Boys! Relive the timeless hits and iconic harmonies that made them one of the greatest bands ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Echo at 45: The Civic Theatre is a welcome addition
Dublin's Civic Theatre opened in March 1999, a project of South Dublin County Council and is a welcome addition to the county. It is grant ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Summer at the Civic: Lively and varied season full of Theatre and Music
"SUMMER at The Civic is always something special – and this year is no different," remarks Artistic Director of the Civic Theatre, Donal Shiels. The ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Echo at 45: Tower Credit Union – Local People helping Local People for over 60 years
For more than 60 years, Tower Credit Union has proudly stood at the heart of the local community. From humble beginnings, it has grown to ... 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
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Legendary community groups are the pride of Clondalkin
Over the past years, various local community activity groups based in Clondalkin have taken part in our St Patrick’s Day parade. Three such groups are ... Read More
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Lam’s Deli: Chinese Takeaway
ADVERTORIAL Lam’s Deli: In 1991 we started our Chinese takeaway journey, dedicated to bring authentic flavors and quality food to our community. Over the years we have grown, with ... Read More
Clondalkin
Liffey Valley Easter Emporium in partnership with Butler’s Chocolate Café is Back
The Easter holidays are in sight which means it’s time to shell-ebrate the return of the hugely popular Easter Emporium, bouncing back to Liffey Valley ... Read More
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Students debate social media ban at EU Model Council
Protecting young people online in the EU was the focus of this year’s hotly contested Model Council of the European Union debate for secondary schools, ... Read More
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Herbert & Lansdowne Estate Agents Acquire Redmond Property Group: A New Chapter Begins
ADVERTORIAL Herbert & Lansdowne Estate Agents (H&L) are pleased to announce their acquisition of Redmond Property Group/ Liam Redmond Letting in late 2024 marking a ... Read More
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Ross Adams Hair & Beauty celebrates 21 years in Tallaght
A TALLAGHT-based salon which will be celebrating 21 years in business, put their success down to a loyal clientele. Ross Adams Hair & Beauty Salon ... Read More
