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News
613 households register as homeless in county last year
Jan 07, 2026
Over 600 households were registered as homeless across south Dublin during 2025. According to figures shared by the council, 613 households were registered as homeless with... Read More
Tallaght
‘Mindless’ vandals wreck historic tram mural
WATCH: A mural in the heart of Tallaght that pays tribute to two brothers-in-law who worked on the village’s historic tram has been wrecked with ... Read More
Council to carry out inspection of old church
“It’s a beautiful piece of our history and I just want to be sure it’s being looked after.” An inspection of an old church in ... Read More
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
Clondalkin
‘Absolutely disgraceful’ with delay of dart extension
“Absolutely disgraceful.” A letter has been sent to Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien TD to express frustration with the postponement of the Dart+ South West ... Read More
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
Ballyfermot
‘Totally unacceptable’ that council remove astro pitch
“This is totally unacceptable.” The only astro turf pitch in Cherry Orchard was tarmacked over by council contractors just days before Christmas. Dublin City Council ... Read More
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
Lucan
Mother and daughter found with gold bullion worth €1.3m
A mother and daughter have been sentenced for possession of the proceeds of crime including hundreds of thousands in cash and 18kg of gold bullion ... Read More
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
Sport
Lucan United to join FAI National League
LUCAN United are another local side who have found themselves part of the upcoming National League third tier that was announced just before Christmas. The ... Read More
Sport
McNaughton into two top tens in World C’ships
OLD BAWN native Cora McNaughton made it into the top ten of the World Youth Sailing Championships in two races which were held last month ... 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
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
Plans to convert Scholarstown House into residential units
The developer looking to convert Scholarstown House into apartments have submitted additional information in support of their planning application regarding drainage systems and play areas. ... 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
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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Best Menswear returns to The Square after 14 Years to welcome you back
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
