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15-year jail sentence for Tallaght drug lord
Jul 16, 2025
A man described as the manager of the “entire cell of a drug distribution network in the Dublin area” has been jailed for 15 years after... Read More
Tallaght
Kerry woman, proud to be from Killinarden, retires after 30 years
A school secretary retiring after 30 years will be missed for her “calm, supportive ways,” and her sense of humour. Originally from Kerry but “proud ... Read More
New plaza design will be ‘considerable loss’ of open and accessible community space
Two new raised flower beds in Tallaght village will cause a “considerable loss” of open and accessible community space on the Main Street, said Tallaght ... Read More
Art exhibition and fitness event puts disability first
An art exhibition and fitness event were held in The Park Community Centre, Ballycullen, to wrap up on a successful term of community mornings for ... Read More
Clondalkin
Jake’s Amendment to seek changes to act
A bill seeking to amend the Coroners Act, named after a Clondalkin teenager who took his own life 12 years ago, was brought before the ... Read More
Horsing around – in a good way!
The people of Clondalkin got a glimpse of what goes on inside one of the most unique resources their community has, and indeed the only ... Read More
Five-a-side Football Fun Day to raise funds for LauraLynn Hospice
A Clondalkin family is holding a family football day in memory of their son and in honour of his 21st birthday. Hayden McLafferty passed away ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Young woman attacked by group of girls feels ‘crippling anxiety’ since
A young woman has told a court that she has been left with “crippling anxiety” after she was punched and kicked by a group in ... Read More
School looking for retention permission for prefab rooms
THE Board of Management of St Louis de Marillac National School in Ballyfermot are looking for retention permission on prefabricated classroom buildings. Located at Drumfinn ... Read More
‘Celebration of creativity’ at the Ballyfermot Cherry Orchard Arts Festival
A packed programme of events across nine days is set to take place for the Ballyfermot Cherry Orchard Arts Festival this July. The Ballyfermot Cherry ... Read More
Lucan
High-power electric vehicle-charging hub refused permission at Circle K
AN Bord Pleanála has upheld South Dublin County Council’s decision to refuse a high-power electric vehicle charging hub at Circle K on Lucan Road. Located ... Read More
Waltzing RAMS, Japanese Gardens and fish and chips
Members of the RAMS in Rhythm group took part in an “educational trip” around Waterford and Kilkenny. Twenty members of the musical group paid a ... Read More
Credit Union seeks go-ahead for 3-storey office building
Lucan District Credit Union has applied for permission for the construction of a new three-storey office building. Located at The Laurels in Ballydowd, the planning ... Read More
Sport
Lucan’s Mark Travers signs for Everton
Former Lucan United, Cherry Orchard and Shamrock Rovers player Mark Travers has made the switch from Bournemouth to Everton for a fee reportedly to be ... Read More
Sport
Peas appoint girls Director of Football
Peamount United have appointed Ken Tougher as their new Girls Director of Football. Born in Clondalkin, Tougher has been involved in the club for almost ... Read More
Sport
Slade Valley run fundraiser to invest in new machinery
SLADE Valley Golf Club based in Brittas, are hosting a fundraiser on July 19 which will see all profits put towards investing in new machinery ... Read More
Sport
O’Toole makes squad for the World of Havoc
TWENTY FIVE boxers have been selected to represent Ireland in the World of Havoc boxing tournament being held in Florida later on this month with ... Read More
Sport
Exciting developments for rugby club
TALLAGHT Rugby Club held their AGM meeting last week with a number of exciting new developments for the club being discussed. The Echo spoke to ... Read More
Business
Over 90 members attend South Dublin Chamber annual BBQ
SOUTH Dublin Chamber members enjoyed a fantastic evening at their annual Summer BBQ held in Áras Chrónáin, Clondalkin. Over 90 members attended and had the ... Read More
Business
Significant milestone for Ace marking its 30th anniversary
A GARDEN party held at the Ace Enterprise Park in Bawnogue to mark its 30th anniversary, brought together over 60 attendees from across the business ... Read More
Business
Core infrastructures have knock-on impact on quality of life for firms
CORE infrastructure deficiencies have been the “defining shortcomings of the past decade”, according to Chambers Ireland. Speaking on the ongoing review of the National Development ... Read More
Business
Calls for a ‘customer and staff parking only’ at shopping area
RECENT changes at Castletymon Shopping Centre have led to improvements with major Centra refurbishments, new signage for Macari’s, and the council’s enhancement project for the ... Read More
Business
Coffee venture moves its location to community centre
A QUICK turnaround with a new location has kept the Fools and Horses Coffee venture going. The shipping-container-style business was previously located in a car ... Read More
Uisce Éireann proposes an Operations Centre in Cookstown Industrial Estate
Uisce Éireann has lodged an application for an Operations Centre in Cookstown Industrial Estate. Located at Unit 81 A and B Cookstown Estate Road, the ... Read More
Green light for three new pipelines at Grange Castle
Gas Networks Ireland was granted permission to construct three new gas pipelines in Grange Castle Business Park, at the Microsoft Data Centre and the Greener ... Read More
Cost rental landmark achievement
THE first local authority funded standalone cost-rental development in Ireland was launched by South Dublin County Council. The project, named Innovation Square and comprising 133 ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Seo Beo is magical experience for Sadhbh
"SEO Beo was magical!" exclaims Camhin Keane, father of young Clondalkin singer-songwriter Sadhbh Keane. The statement is regarding Sadhbh's performance at this weekend's 'Seo Beo' ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Together In Commune marks a decisive moment for Rua Red
“TOGETHER in Commune brings into focus the processes of research, dialogue, experimentation, and collective exchange that unfold within the studio.” states Marysia Więckiewicz. ‘Together in ... Read More
Arts & Culture
KIMS celebrate 10 years as a society
"YOU could say it’s been in motion for the last 10 years,” said Nikki Johnston, PRO and Events Coordinator of KIMS. To mark their 10th ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Electra Stage School high energy show
"NOBODY is in it for the glory," smiles Derek Corrigan of Kilnamanagh-based Electra Stage School. Two vibrant performances, one at 3 o’clock and another at ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Moth camouflage
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
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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Elevated casual dining at North@Citywest
The Address Citywest is located just off Exit 2 on the N7; in close proximity to a number of business parks, transport links, and only ... Read More
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Study Reveals Best Place In Dublin For Solar
ADVERTORIAL Ohk energy, Ireland’s largest and most trusted solar installer, analysed how much electricity Dublin residents can expect to produce from solar. As part of ... Read More
Business
OC Law are excited with new rebranding and expansion plans
A MAJOR rebranding took place this week at established Tallaght legal practice Colm O’Cochlain & Co, which became OC Law on June 12. Established in ... Read More
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Staying independent and supported: The growing role of home care in Ireland
ADVERTORIAL Home care is not just about helping with physical tasks, it's about building trusting relationships, preventing loneliness, and creating a support network that respects ... Read More
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United by Cooperative Spirit: Tallaght & District and Firhouse Credit Unions Merge
Tallaght and District Credit Union and Firhouse Credit Union have completed a Transfer of Engagements that will see Firhouse officially become part of the Tallaght ... Read More
