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Extension granted for 250 build to rent apartments in Cookstown
Dec 31, 2025
A planning extension has been granted for a Build-to-Rent development of over 250 units in Cookstown, adjoining a major site recently acquired by the Land Development... Read More
Tallaght
Community celebrates 50 years of St Aengus’ parish
Attendees of all ages and from all across Ireland came together on Sunday to help celebrate fifty years of St Aengus’ Church in Tallaght. The ... Read More
Motorist drove across three lanes
A MOTORIST was fined €450 after he drove across three lanes on the motorway a court heard. Garaham Hayes (37), Harmonstown Road, Artane, appeared before ... Read More
Drug addict (37) with 245 previous convictions is jailed for four years
A chronic drug addict with 245 previous convictions has been jailed for four years, reports Claire Henry. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard that Carl Byrne ... Read More
Clondalkin
Man (49) stole goods from stores remanded on bail for probation report
A MAN who stole goods from stores in Liffey Valley, Neilstown and Palmerstown was remanded on bail for a probation report. Kevin Hayden (49), Lettsfield, ... Read More
New survey findings show young people are more anxious about climate change
Youth groups based in Tallaght and Ronanstown were among those who presented new survey findings that showed young people are more anxious about climate change. ... Read More
Man with ‘most amazing’ amount of convictions threatened to kill partner
A MAN who was sentenced to three and a half years earlier this week for threatening to kill his pregnant partner, was in court to ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Students launch annual photo expo in library
Ballyfermot College of Further Education Students launched their new photographic exhibition, Storytellers at Ballyfermot Library this past Tuesday December 9, reports Aine McEnroe. The event ... Read More
Walked away from scene while his friend lay dead
A man who crashed a car at speed into the back of an articulated lorry and walked away from the scene while his friend lay ... Read More
Richmond Park was filled with festive cheer for a joyful community celebration
Richmond Park was filled with festive cheer as St Patrick’s Athletic FC hosted its annual Christmas Fair. The club welcomed families from Dublin 8, Dublin ... Read More
Lucan
Cairn Homes lodge plans for 113 homes in Newcastle
A planning application has been lodged by Cairn Homes for over 100 new homes in Newcastle. The Large-scale Residential Development (LRD) will see 113 homes ... Read More
Water pipeline from Newcastle to Hazelhatch to cost €10 million
The planned pipeline set to be installed from Newcastle to Hazelhatch is expected to cost the council €10 million to lay down. Construction on a ... Read More
Plans submitted for 84 new homes for site at Kishoge
A planning application has been submitted for 84 new homes on lands at Kishoge, within the Clonburris Strategic Development Zone (SDZ). The proposed development is ... Read More
Sport
McPhail steps down as Rovers Sporting Director
Shamrock Rovers Sporting Director Stephen McPhail has informed the club of his intention to step down following the conclusion of the 2025 season. McPhail spent ... Read More
Sport
Ellen maintains super form with gold medals
The Irish Winter Swimming Championships took place last weekend with Templeogue swimmer Ellen Walshe taking part only recently having returned from the European Short Course ... Read More
Sport
GAA scholarship named in memory of coach Gerry
A GAA scholarship has been announced by TUD in honour of the late Gerry Anderson who passed away earlier this year. The scholarship was announced ... Read More
Sport
November Team of the Month is Coláiste Éanna
Colaiste Eanna U19s found themselves as World Champions in November as their U19s side won went undefeated at the World School Basketball Championships held in ... Read More
Sport
November Sports Star of the Month is Stephen Jones
Stephen Jones recently won gold in the Masters Division at the WAKO Kickboxing World Championships for Tallaght Martial Arts. Stephen is a coach within the ... Read More
Business
Microsoft granted permission for temporary access road
Microsoft Ireland have been granted planning permission for a temporary construction access road as part of the development of their new facility in Newcastle. Microsoft ... Read More
Business
Decison welcomed for accelerating infrastructure taskforce recommendations
PLANS by the Irish Government to remove barriers to delivering vital infrastructure projects has been welcomed by Dublin Chamber. Mary Rose Burke, Dublin Chamber CEO ... Read More
Business
New Frontiers aiming for €6m in funding and creating 35 jobs
THE New Frontiers Phase 2 program is aiming for €6 million in funding and the creation of over 35 jobs as part of their post-graduation ... Read More
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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
Business
Manna Air Delivery pick up the Elevation Award
MANNA Air Delivery picked up an accolade at the Enterprise Ireland at the Business & Finance Awards. The drone company, founded by Rathfarnham resident Bobby ... Read More
11 residents object to retention of boundary wall in Kilnamanagh
A Kilnamanagh resident has been refused planning retention for a boundary wall built without planning permission. The wall, which is “a modest 1.3 m in ... Read More
€795,000 for Bohernabreena residence
This four-bed, four-bath detached residence on Ballymaice Lane, Bohernabreena is on the market for just under €800,000 and offers “space, privacy, and unmatched tranquillity.” Nestled ... Read More
Planning granted for apartments on corner site
Planning permission has been granted for three one-bedroom apartments on a corner site on Decies Road, Ballyfermot. The original planning application at 199 Decies Road ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Beyond the Back Garden showcases Irish home designs
"I WANTED to celebrate the work we've done over the last 30 years," explains Orwood Park-born (now based in Wexford) architect Joe Fallon regarding his ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Star-topped lemon pastry mince pies
You can make these with grated orange zest if you prefer and always chill your pastry cases in the fridge before you bake them, they ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Chocolate biscuit pudding a little break from tradition with this chocolate pud
Ingredients – Pudding 375g biscuits, all digestive or a mixture of a few types 225g milk chocolate 225g dark chocolate 150g butter 225g golden syrup ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Gift your child your full attention
Christmas is a time for children, I think we can all agree on that. Santa checking his list, sleepy children listening for the reindeer; Christmas crackers ... Read More
Arts & Culture
An interview with Santa. . .
Before his trip across the world on Christmas Eve, Santa Claus took some time out of his busy schedule to talk to The Echo for ... 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
Sponsored Content
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
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Togging Out for Christmas: Meet Santa and His North Pole GAA Team at Croke Park
ADVERTORIAL Santa Claus, the ultimate Bainisteoir of Christmas, is swapping snowy pitches for sacred turf this festive season as he brings his North Pole GAA ... Read More
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PhoneWatch Research: Burglary Rates in Ireland at Lowest Level in a Decade
ADVERTORIAL Burglary levels across Ireland are significantly lower than they were ten years ago, according to new research by PhoneWatch. Drawing on Central Statistics Office ... Read More
