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As Catherine Connolly prepares to move to the Áras the after-effects of a divisive election continue to be felt
Oct 30, 2025
As Catherine Connolly prepares for her move to the Áras to serve her seven years as Ireland’s president, the after-effects of probably one of the most... Read More
Tallaght
Calls for IBAL to only consider commercial and open areas
Councillors have called for Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) to “only consider commercial and open public realm areas” when compiling their yearly reports. The 2025 ... Read More
Students celebrate Trinity European Researchers Night
Hundreds of Transition Year students from Tallaght schools attended events hosted by Trinity College to celebrate European Researchers Night. As part of the Academic Primary ... Read More
Man (25) refused to leave garda station fined €250
A MAN who refused to leave a garda station when asked to leave by gardai was fined at Tallaght District Court. Alex Daly (25), with ... Read More
Clondalkin
Pumpkins push the possibilities in passion for prizes
The third annual St Peter Apostle Junior National School Pumpkin competition on Wednesday was a huge success across all classes. Students and their parents worked ... Read More
Frustration as people feel let down by housing developer
Residents of Kilcarbery Grange will be partaking in a “legal, non-confrontational demonstration” as they feel let down by the developer and the property management company. ... Read More
‘Cynical’ drugs and alcohol taskforce budget cut by 25%
A local opposition TD has slated the government’s budget cuts to drugs and alcohol task forces across Ireland. Funding is to be cut 25 per ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Students and families show off their talent
St Raphael’s National School held a Pumpkin Patch Party on Wednesday to celebrate their latest addition. Students and families were invited to carve and design ... Read More
Gambling arcade plans withdrawn after negative reception from the community
Planning permission for a proposed gambling arcade in Ballyfermot has been withdrawn after a negative reception from councillors and the community. The arcade was intended ... Read More
Learners are thrilled to pick up their certs at awards cermony
“There’s a lot more support given, I think that’s why it works”. Kylemore Community Training Centre held its first certification awards night in several years ... Read More
Lucan
‘I would certainly question the pace of the works’
The latest line of works in Lucan Village has caused more frustration among locals as the Enhancement Scheme nears its climax. Bretland Construction Ltd will ... Read More
Concerns raised over the traffic lights system causing congestion
Residents have raised issues with the traffic light system in Adamstown, with congestion noted to appear on the way out of the area. Travelling within ... Read More
Work on protective roof at Waterstown House expected to start next year
Work on a new protective roof at Waterstown House is expected to begin in 2026 following the completion of an assessment. The assessment of the ... Read More
Sport
Ljays fighters collect medals at Bristol Open
FOLLOWING their hugely successful show put on in Tallaght a couple of weeks ago, LJay’s Elite Martial Arts found themselves in the UK last weekend ... Read More
Sport
Flock disappointed with Monza result
THE ninth and final round of the European Clio Cup Series was held in Monza, Italy last weekend. Daire Flock took part in the competition ... Read More
Sport
Towers victorious in u14 Division two championship
ROUND Tower Clondalkin Under 14s emerged victorious in their Division 2 Championship final after they defeated Raheny 2-10 to 2-04 with the match being played ... Read More
Sport
Commercials crowned Premier Inter Champions
COMMERCIALS continued their fine form in the Premier Intermediate Championship to secure the victory in the championship final against St Sylvesters in Parnell Park on ... Read More
Sport
St Marks claim victory in both camogie finals
ST MARKS emerged victorious in two Camogie finals over the weekend with their Under 15 and Under 14 sides picking up a championship and a ... Read More
Business
Chamber CEO says county ‘needs this infrastructure put in place immediately’
BUDGET 2026 has been welcomed by South Dublin Chamber, however, the business support group welcome commitments on infrastructure and housing, infrastructure delivery remains a “serious ... Read More
Business
60 members of Sisk raise €215k for Focus Ireland
More than 60 staff members from the Sisk Group of Companies and its supply chain partners have raised over €215,000 for Focus Ireland by taking ... Read More
Business
Recycle IT honoured to receive impact award
Recycle IT won a Sustainable Business Impact Award 2025. The award recognises dedication to environmental protection, social responsibility, and community engagement through safe and sustainable ... Read More
Business
Organisations shortlisted for Repak Resource Award
Repak have announced the finalists for the 2025 Repak Resource Awards. Two local organisations and a business leader have been shortlisted as finalists in the ... Read More
Two unoccupied houses with substantial corner site on the market for €950,000
A unique development site, including two unoccupied houses and a substantial corner site is on the market in Clondalkin for €950,000. The site off the ... Read More
Mural theme shows the positive impact of sport on mental health
PLANS have been lodged for a community mural in Knockmore in Tallaght. This community mural is a project funded by the Creative Ireland Mural Grant ... Read More
Site sold for half the value on condition it’s for social housing
A proposed housing development in Crumlin has taken a step forward as it is expected to be sold for half its value with the promise ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Ghost Story Gathering will be a night of terror tales for Halloween
WELCOME to a very special storytelling event for lovers of the supernatural. Over one otherworldly evening, three writers and two performers will present brand new ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Learning laughter at Knocklyon Literary Festival
"BRINGING learning and laughter", according to Firhouse poet Sandra Matthews the Knocklyon Literary Festival ran for the second year, from September 16 to 21. Events ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Brown Horse Chestnut leaves
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
Food with passion: Homemade hearty Chicken Stock – A hero recipe for home cooking!
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
Leon wishes to give something back to Pieta after they supported him
"I RECENTLY spoke with Sonder magazine," begins Ballyfermot-born content creator, influencer, and model Leon Craine. "This is a small magazine that was originally founded a ... 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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Business
National Learning Network unveils inclusive education and training campus in Dublin
National Learning Network (NLN), part of the Rehab Group, has officially opened a new campus, College East at the former Caritas College site in Ballyfermot, ... Read More
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‘Walk and talk’ invites people to 5km forest loop of Hellfire Club
A group that works with people bereaved by suicide are holding a ‘walk and talk’ event at the Hellfire Club this Saturday. HUGG (Support After ... Read More
