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Sites for 56,000 homes on council radar
Mar 19, 2026
Sites for over 56,000 housing units across South Dublin are currently on the council’s radar, which includes more than 12,500 units already permitted. The council have... Read More
Tallaght
Man (37) jailed for stabbing of Jordan
A man has been sentenced to nine years in jail for the manslaughter of a 20-year-old in Tallaght in July 2024. 37-year-old Patrick Murphy of ... Read More
Tree of Hope brings so many benefits supporting communities
Trees have been planted across the world as part of the Tree of Hope initiative but it all started when the first tree was planted ... Read More
‘Welcome to Tallaght’ damaged stone is fixed
One of three ‘standing stones’ on the N81 that was damaged in a traffic collision has now been repaired. The first of three “Welcome to ... Read More
Clondalkin
Concerns remain about permeability and traffic in planning framework
Councillors praised variations that will be made to the Clondalkin Local Planning Framework, but concerns remain about permeability and traffic. Elected members in South Dublin ... Read More
‘We have our own voices’
Young people from Clondalkin and Walkinstown met with the Taoiseach as part of Down Syndrome Ireland's National Advisory Council ahead of World Down Syndrome Day. ... Read More
Extend Coco’s Law to all EU member states
Nicole Fox’s mother has called on the European Union to extend Coco’s Law across all member states to outlaw sending, receiving and sharing explicit images ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Return of RAPID programme will boost communitities
The reintroduction of a Government programme could be very beneficial for communities in areas like Ballyfermot, Cherry Orchard and Crumlin. The return of the RAPID ... Read More
Injuction brought by owner of car park stopping cars entering
A high court injunction has been sought by the owner of a Ballyfermot car park in an attempt to prevent several people from entering the ... Read More
Cherry Blossoms Festival not to go ahead is ‘a serious blow’
The Cherry Blossoms Community Festival in Cherry Orchard will not go ahead this year in what is “a serious blow to the community.” The Cherry ... Read More
Lucan
Lucan House is buzzing over possible plans for beehives
There’s a real buzz around the Lucan House and Demesne Masterplan and the idea of moving bees in has been flown around. The possible inclusion ... Read More
Father (42) of three children ‘puts his hands up’ after pleading guilty to drug driving
A MAN whose offending was fueled by “serious addiction issues”, is set to enter a treatment centre upon release from prison, a court heard. John ... Read More
Long-awaited pool to be handed over to operator this month
The Lucan pool has been filled and set to be given over to the operator “later this month” as the long saga nears a close ... Read More
Sport
‘We were off our levels’ against Drogs – Bradley
THE League of Ireland had a double game week last weekend with Shamrock Rovers making two away trips to Sligo and Drogheda respectively. The game ... Read More
Sport
Tower’s hurlers bag first league win against Setanta
ROUND Towers Clondalkin’s Hurling side recorded their first win in the AHL Division 3 at the weekend after a dominant scoreline against Setanta GAA winning ... Read More
Sport
Dublin U16s slip up to Kildare in Leinster Football C’ship
THE Dublin LGFA U16’s side played the second round of the Leinster Championship in TU Dublin last weekend against Kildare in a losing effort. There ... Read More
Sport
Tallaght finish Metro season on a high
TALLAGHT RFC travelled to Swords to play their final Metro Division 8 fixture of the season. Player/coach Adam Nolan would score the first try for ... Read More
Sport
Glens pipped at the post
GLENANNE’S women and Monkstown recently produced a gripping contest in the Jacqui Potter Shield Final which remained finely balanced until a decisive moment in the ... Read More
Business
Citywest ENX firm is acquired by UK Group
CITYWEST engineering consultancy firm ENX has been acquired by UK based Phenna Group as part of its continued expansion in Ireland. As part of the ... Read More
Business
New chairperson Michael set to steer community-led Liffey Partnership
Ballyfermot-based community-led local development company Liffey Partnership announced a new Chairperson at a recent event. Michael O’Riordan will take the reins of the Liffey Partnership ... Read More
Business
Lidl invests €11 million in workforce payrises
LIDL Ireland has announced an €11m investment in pay increases for its workforce in the Republic of Ireland. Lidl Ireland’s head office is on Main ... Read More
Jobs
Jobs and Training – March 12, 2026
Local employment and training opportunities this week include: Read More
Business
CRH report growth with revenues rising to €31.8bn
BUILDING material giant CRH reported continued growth last year with total revenues rising by 5 per cent to €31.8 billion in 2025. The company, whose ... Read More
40 new social and affordable homes planned by council
The council are proposing to build almost 30 new social and affordable homes on a site off the Old Knocklyon Road. The proposed social and ... Read More
Parish centre applies for community cafe
A parish centre in Jobstown has applied for planning permission to open a new community café. A planning application has been submitted for alterations to ... Read More
Information sought from Dolcain House owners to retain fencing
The council is seeking additional information from the owners of Dolcain House over their application to retain fencing around the site. A planning application was ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Patient: Soldier an Irishman’s fight for life and love during pandemic
'PATIENT: Soldier' follows Dr Reaper, who steps into the spotlight as both witness and guide through an Irishman’s fight for life and love during the ... Read More
Arts & Culture
‘Fabulous buzz’ at Alice in Pantoland
"IT REALLY was {an eventful week}," beams Eileen Foley, chairperson of the Inchicore Variety Group (IVG), who performed their pantomime 'Alice in Pantoland' in Aras ... Read More
Arts & Culture
‘The Memory of You’ is about someone who is no longer in contact with you
"THE song helps me remember good times I had with people making music who I no longer hear from," reflects Terenure singer-songwriter Keith McLoughlin. "It's ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Colm to headline stage during St Patrick’s Day Festival in Clondalkin
"THE passing of time never bothered me before, but lately I have this very indelible sense of how precious time is, and an event back ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Holy Family students ‘Take A Chance’ with super production
"WHAT a night—and, in fact, what three unforgettable nights—for everyone involved in 'Take A Chance', the ABBA show staged by the students of Holy Family ... 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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Dressing Tallaght weddings and families across the generations
Fourteen years after leaving The Square, the return of Best Menswear has been marked by familiar faces, shared memories, and stories that span generations. Few ... Read More
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Grow Mental Health launches its BIG LOVE, Virtual Rose Garden
This Valentine’s season, Grow Mental Health is celebrating a different kind of love, Friendship Love - the everyday kindness, care and support that helps people through life’s challenges ... Read More
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Digital Marketing in 2026: Where AI Helps and Where Human Strategy Still Wins
Marketing in 2026 feels faster, and a bit noisier. AI isn’t a side tool anymore. It’s inside the platforms that decide distribution, pricing, reach, and ... Read More
