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Demand for stable housing for domestic violence survivors
May 14, 2025
Domestic violence survivors are “systematically failed” when they’re not provided with stable housing, said Women’s Collective Ireland (WCI). WCI Tallaght works with over 700 women in... Read More
Tallaght
Plumber jailed for 3 years for driving at ex-partner’s boyfriend
A plumber has been jailed for three years for driving at his ex-partner’s new boyfriend, causing him to be thrown into the air, reports Niamh ... Read More
Bedding in at Bohernabreena
Ten allotment beds in Bohernabreena were handed to growers thanks to an initiative launched by local entrepreneur Feebee Foran. Herbalist and owner of Forager Skincare, ... Read More
Brand new hot school lunches at Mount Seskin Community College
Mount Seskin Community College was delighted to launch hot school lunches, in partnership with Glanmore Foods & the Dept of Education. On Monday, April 28, ... Read More
Clondalkin
Laurels Cycle Crew wheeling their way to a record 17 years of cycling for charity
THE Laurels Cycle Crew enjoyed their annual Galway to Clondalkin venture, which culminated with 45 cyclists arriving home at the Laurels pub in Clondalkin Village, ... Read More
Scott is in contention for place on Irish team
GROWING up with a mother who had substance abuse issues would be deeply traumatic for children. For Scott O’Brien (20) it meant waking up and ... Read More
Resident in Kilcronan court has received four different rent quotes
A RESIDENT claims he does not know what his rent is, having indirectly received four different quotes via the management body for the estate. Martin ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Support Relay for Life appeal
A YOUNG mother from Ballyfermot who survived childhood leukaemia is calling on the Dublin community to get involved in Relay For Life South County Dublin ... Read More
Local Faces: Brian Smith
No doubt many of our readers will be familiar with Ballyfermot-based trad and ballad powerhouses, The Beermats, writes Ken Doyle. Formed in 1993, the band ... Read More
Bittersweet 40th birthday for Chris with his dad gone
IT WILL be a bittersweet 40th birthday for Ballyfermot man Chris Gilmartin this year. Last June, his father James (66) lost his battle with Motor ... Read More
Lucan
International success for Bliss Gymnastics
17 gymnasts from Bliss Gymnastics travelled to the UK to compete in the West Street Open in Wales. Aged just 7-12 years, the girls were ... Read More
Call to investigate Park and Ride facilities to serve Lucan Village
National Transport Authority (NTA) proposals for ‘park and ride’ facilities could serve Lucan with 500 to 600 car spaces and Adamstown with 30. At the ... Read More
Problems with sale of Old School Master’s House in Lucan village
LEGAL complexities have led to further delays in the sale of the Old School Master’s House building in Lucan village. The acquisition of the building ... 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
Sport
Dubs claim 12th consecutive Leinster title
DUBLIN produced a stirring final quarter display at Croke Park on Sunday afternoon to hold off a strong challenge from Meath 2-13 to 1-12 and ... Read More
Sport
Hectic few days for Donore’s Jack
WHAT a hectic two days for Donore Harriers Jack Raftery at the World Relays. On day one there was 6th place for the Irish men’s ... Read More
Sport
Glenanne women miss out in Irish Trophy final
ON Saturday, the sun was shining as Glenanne Women’s 1sts were preparing to play in their second consecutive Irish Hockey Trophy Final. The team had ... Read More
Sport
Joy for Kingswood in U19’s cup showdown
IT WAS all smiles for Kingswood FC U19s on Sunday after they claimed LFL Development Cup for the first time. The Tallaght side brushed aside ... 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
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
Appeal is lodged against decision to allow apartments and commercial units
AN APPEAL has been lodged with An Bord Pleanála against a decision to allow planning for apartments and commercial units at Main Street and New ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Echo at 45: 300 jobs lost at Urney Chocolates
MAY 1980: In 1980, Urney Chocolates in Tallaght closed, which led to the loss of some 300 jobs. It was a story that featured on ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Tender Mercies: A Tour-de-Force performance portrays Mary Fortune
INSPIRED by a headline in a local newspaper, Fair City’s Sorcha Furlong, in a tour-de-force performance, captivatingly portrays Mary Fortune. She recounts the highs and ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Beauty Queen of Leenane
"IT’S a fantastic play and a definite must-see, if we do say so ourselves!" exclaims Michaela Courtney of Clondalkin Drama Group. Clondalkin Drama Group are ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Food with passion: Strawberry & White Chocolate Shortcake Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful flavours of summer with this Strawberry White Chocolate Shortcake Cheesecake! This recipe is a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake, luscious strawberries, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Early summer butterflies
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: 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
