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Government approves the purchase of Citywest Hotel for €148.2m
Jun 17, 2025
The Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan announced that the Cabinet approved the State purchase of Citywest Hotel and Convention Centre as an international protection accommodation for... Read More
Tallaght
The ‘taking in charge’ of estate proving impossible
Completing the taking in charge process for an estate in Citywest has been “impossible,” said SDCC, as the original developer has gone into receivership. The ... Read More
Active start helps kids build resilience
Over 200 children across Tallaght primary schools benefited from a programme that helped them having a better transition from preschool. With four schools attending two ... Read More
Carrots, leeks and parsnips and herbs – all nurtured and grown by the pupils of St Kilian’s Junior School
Children in St Kilian’s Junior School, Kingswood, had a ‘taste’ of growing their own vegetables with the support of volunteers from local companies. Carrots, parsnips, ... Read More
Clondalkin
CEIST leadership conference empowers Clondalkin pupils
Three Clondalkin pupils have returned to their school inspired and empowered by a leadership conference for secondary schools. Student Council members from Coláiste Bríde attended ... Read More
Vital funds raised for girl (15) diagnosed with rare condition
Vital funds are being raised for a young Clondalkin girl diagnosed with a “life-changing” illness. A GoFundMe page has so far raised over €50,000 for ... Read More
Fun and laughter for all the family when the Clondalkin Village Festival starts up
The Clondalkin Village Festival returns this June for even more family fun. Taking place from Friday, June 20, until Sunday, June 22, the festival is ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Extra €20,000 allocated for completion of Chapelizod ‘inclusive’ playground project
Construction on a new playground in Chapelizod “is expected to be completed” by later this year. Final design work is currently underway with the contractor ... Read More
‘Cherry Orchard’ Arts Festival problem with insurance resolved
Fears over the future of the Ballyfermot Cherry Orchard Arts Festival have been laid to rest following a meeting with Dublin City Council. The Echo ... Read More
‘Neighbour from hell’ avoids jail term after assault
A “neighbour from hell” who was caught on CCTV attacking a woman in her front garden, pulling out seven centimetres of hair from her head, ... Read More
Lucan
Electric vehicle charging points upgraded for customers at Leisure Centre car park
Electric vehicle charging points in the new Lucan Leisure Centre car park will be able to fully charge cars while customers are using the gym ... Read More
Lights not on for Griffeen Park dog park but water dispenser taps could be installed
A Lucan dog park is “not designed to be used in the evenings” and no lights will be installed to facilitate evening-time use. That’s according ... Read More
Hopes to find remains of Irish hero Earl of Lucan are dashed
Hopes that remains found in Belgium may be those of Irish hero Patrick Sarsfield have been dashed by DNA testing. A search has been underway ... Read More
Sport
Rhasidat finishes fourth in Oslo
Rhasidat Adeleke finished fourth last night running the 400m at the Bislett Games in Oslo. The annual games are part of the Diamond League which ... Read More
Sport
Cumann na mBunscol Finals: Joy for Bishop Galvin boys
THE first match of the second day of Cumann na mBunscol contested the Herald Cup and would see St Mary’s BNS, Rathfarnham take on Scoil ... Read More
Sport
‘There’s no bigger games’ Rovers boss Bradley on Shels match
SHAMROCK Rovers make a return to action on Friday night when they take on Airtricity League champions Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium. This will be the ... Read More
Sport
Cumann na mBunscol Finals: Croker delight
THE Cumann na MBunscol championships reached a thrilling conclusion at the start of this week with the hurling and camogie finals being played on the ... Read More
Sport
Templeogue U14s joy with league success
Back to back success for Templeogue United as the Under 14s have won the League for the second year in a row. The side maintained ... Read More
Business
Contractor will be appointed for design and installation of solar panels on council buildings
South Dublin County Council will appoint a contractor “in the coming weeks” for the design and installation of solar panels for suitable council buildings. This ... Read More
Business
Olly’s Farm delight at digital support package from Google
Google, in partnership with Enterprise Ireland (EI) and the Local Enterprise Offices (LEO) announced the overall winner of this year’s You’re the Business competition with ... Read More
Business
Bernie celebrates working 30 years in McDonald’s
Tallaght woman Bernie Fay (51) is praised as “amazing” as she celebrated 30 years working in McDonald’s at The Square Shopping Centre. “Bernie is extraordinary, ... Read More
Business
Ask Acorn staff donate €20k to cancer research charity
Staff at Ask Acorn, a nationwide financial intermediary and distributor of life protection products, with an office in Baldonnell have donated an impressive €20,000 for ... Read More
Business
Calls to waive charges on business outdoor furniture
Calls to waive planning charges for South Dublin businesses to place outdoor furniture outside their premises were rejected at a council meeting earlier this month. ... Read More
TU Dublin application for storage unit for 75 bicycles
Technological University Dublin Tallaght has lodged an application with South Dublin County Council for a storage unit to accommodate 75 bicycles. The unit will be ... Read More
Plans for 143 cells at Cloverhill Prison
Plans have been lodged for a new prison block at Cloverhill Prison. A planning application was submitted to Dublin City Council by the Irish Prison ... Read More
Primary school plans gets the green light in Rathcoole
PLANNING has been granted for a new primary school in Rathcoole which will include 20 classrooms. Following a third-party appeal which was lodged, An Bord ... Read More
Arts & Culture
If not If, What? Barry gave a spoken word performance on his poem
INCHICORE-raised poet Barry Currivan was proud to give a spoken word performance of one of his poems, 'The Big Man Is Dead', from his collection. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Weight of Shadow – pushing the boundaries of performance and perception
“What inspired me to get into physical theatre was a longer journey from music to dance to aerial acrobatics,” explains Sasha Krohn. His latest show, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Elderflower, the scent of early June
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: Warm Smoked Salmon Potato Salad
This is a really light, fresh and delicious salad supper dish that can be prepped in advance. A lot more of us these days are ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Falling To Earth: My Summer With Bowie
"It had quite a short run in 2023," remarks Glenview actor and playwright Stephen Jones. A thrilling production from acclaimed playwright Eugene O’Brien, ‘Falling To ... 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
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
Sponsored Content
South Dublin County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme Supports 35 + FREE Events for Cruinniú na nÓg Saturday 7 June 2025
South Dublin County Council’s Creative Ireland programme is proud to support up to 40 free creative events for children and young people as part of ... 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
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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
