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News
Removing tricolour ‘potentially could create tensions’
Jan 05, 2026
Council staff won’t remove tricolours flown without permission on light poles as it “potentially could create tensions”. South Dublin County Council doubled down on their decision... Read More
Tallaght
Intercultural Gala celebration promotes equality in community
A gala awards night celebrating contributions from migrant members of the community was held recently in Tallaght. The 9th Annual Intercultural Gala Night organised by-Integration ... Read More
Man threw a knife from the rear car passenger window
A MAN who threw a knife from the rear window of car he was in, was remanded to appear for a restorative justice programme. Rhys ... Read More
Gardai investigate robbery of postman on Christmas week
Investigations are ongoing after a postman was robbed in Killinarden the week before Christmas. The An Post employee was delivering mail in Cushlawn Park when ... Read More
Clondalkin
Concerns remain with framework plan
“It’s basically throwing out the entire plan.” A new mini framework has been added to the Clondalkin Local Planning Framework, but junction and permeability concerns ... Read More
Jail for man (31) who stole six cars within two months
A man who stole six cars within two months from homes in his own community has been jailed for four years and nine months, reports ... Read More
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
Ballyfermot
Residents concerned about the lack of attention given to Drimnagh area
Councillors have raised concerns about a lack of attention being given to the Drimnagh area when installing infrastructure such as benches. Recent installations were carried ... Read More
€25,000 from ‘Heart of the Community fund’ boost for groups
Two local youth organisations from Jobstown and Ballyfermot have been awarded funding by The Ireland Funds ‘Heart of the Community Fund’ worth €25,000 in total. ... Read More
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
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
Boden face Dingle in All-Ireland Club semis
BALLYBODEN take on Munster Champions Dingle in the All-Ireland Football Club semi-final this weekend as they prepare for a huge clash on Saturday in Cork’s ... 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
Business
Forte Pespa acquired in deal estimated at €20m
INNOVATIVE Rathcoole company Forte Pespa Balcony Systems was acquired this week by Erisbeg, one of the largest private equity firms in the country, in a ... Read More
Business
Go-Ahead to create 400 jobs after its awarded contract
UP TO 400 jobs are to be created at Go Ahead Ireland after the bus company was awarded the National Transport Authority’s (NTA) Outer Dublin ... 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
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
Following a GAA player whose dream is to play for Dublin
"WHAT inspired me to write it was my husband's optimistic outlook and hard work despite his circumstances," explains Crumlin-born writer Annette Bryan. A compelling new ... 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
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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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!
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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
