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Planning is granted for Google data storage facility
Oct 06, 2026
AN COMISIÚN Pleanála has granted permission for the development of a Google data storage facility in Grange Castle Business Park after permission was refused by SDCC... Read More
Tallaght
Regulations must be tightened on skip bags
REGULATIONS around the sale of skip bags must be tightened, as skip bags are increasingly being dumped across Tallaght and surrounding communities. Dublin South West ... Read More
20 dogs and a cat turn up for a blessing at St Kilian’s Church
THE priest went barking mad on Saturday as 20 dogs and a cat were met with open arms for the annual Blessing of the Dogs ... Read More
An Cosán are honoured at Tech Awards for supporting inclusion
AN COSÁN of Jobstown was honoured for work creating opportunities and supporting greater inclusion at the 2026 Diversity & Inclusion in Tech Awards in Gibson ... Read More
Clondalkin
‘The difficult experience of families are evident’
A SCOPING report backed by the Government that looks at the treatment of children with scoiliosis and spina bifida at Children’s Health Ireland recommended a ... Read More
Free 12-step mental health support group to help overcome struggles
GROW Mental Health has set up a new 12-step mental health support group at the Bawnogue Community Centre in Clondalkin, which takes place every Thursday ... Read More
Two new transformers installed by ESB to support supply to 9,000 homes
ESB Networks has installed two new transformers at their 110 kV/MV Station in Clondalkin to support their goal of supplying 9,000 homes at Seven Mills ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Dublin Bus and the NTA are working to reinstate bus stop removed earlier this year
DUBLIN Bus is working alongside the NTA and Dublin City Council to reinstate a bus stop at Centra, Sundrive Road, after it was removed in ... Read More
Leaving cert points of 65 did not deter Ballyfermot lecturer
BALLYFERMOT lecturer and Ms Offaly 2026, Cleo Knight, is sharing her campaign, Further Than You Think – Opening Doors. Unlocking Potential. Inspiring Futures” to remind ... Read More
Couple accused of perjury over affidavits in Conor McGregor appeal to stand trial
A DUBLIN couple named as witnesses in a failed civil court rape appeal by Conor McGregor are to stand trial, accused of perjury, reports Tom ... Read More
Lucan
Calls to fully fund proposed NTA bus routes to Clonburris
TDs for Dublin Mid-West, Eoin Ó Broin and Mark Ward, have called on the government “to fully fund the National Transport Authority’s proposed bus routes ... Read More
10 year duration of permission granted for 84 homes on 3.7 hectares site in Kishoge
A 10-YEAR duration of permission has been granted by SDCC for the construction of 84 homes in the Kishoge Southwest Development Area of the Clonburris ... Read More
Local Faces: Jackie Clarke
ADAMSTOWN, South West Dublin's newest suburb currently has a population of, well, it's currently difficult to ascertain. In 2022, the approximate figure was 10,000 and ... Read More
Sport
Davis Elminated by Castleknock
Thomas Davis were eliminated in the semi-final of the Dublin Senior One Football Championship by Castleknock on Saturday afternoon with the final score of the ... Read More
Sport
Ballyboden fall short against Cuala
Ballyboden were unable to defend their Senior Football County Championship crown as they fell by a four-point margin to Cuala on Sunday in Parnell Park ... Read More
Sport
1976 champions celebrated at St Mary’s
ST MARY’S Saggart recently held a celebratory night in honour of their Intermediate Championship winning team of 1976. The event was held at the clubhouse ... Read More
Sport
Smyth siblings dive to success in Southampton
TWO Tallaght divers recently competed at the National Skills final which took place in Southampton, UK, reports Michael Howley. Saoirse and Tadhg Smyth represent Shamrock ... Read More
Sport
St Anne’s mothers set for New York trip
ST ANNE’S Mothers and Others team recently underwent a training session with Dublin legend Michael Dara McCauley as they are preparing for an upcoming tournament ... Read More
Business
South Dublin business Sweet King attracts attention at National Ploughing C’ships
SOUTH Dublin business Sweet King got the opportunity to showcase their business to almost a quarter of a million people at last week’s National Ploughing ... Read More
Business
South Dublin firms compete for business awards
THERE are over 100 entries for the 2026 South Dublin County Business Awards across the various categories as booking details were announced. Bookings are now available ... Read More
Business
BWG targets growth with four new outlets and 100 jobs
BWG Foods of Greenhills Road has announced the opening of four new foodservice locations including at Citywest Shopping Centre and create over 100 jobs. BWG’s ... Read More
Business
Rathcoole and Baldonnell firms selected for Enterprise Ireland start-up programme
BUSINESSES from Baldonnell and Rathcoole have been selected by Enterprise Ireland to participate in the latest Prep4Seed Programme. Business and management consultants Alfaeye of Baldonnell ... Read More
Business
Navi in Fonthill secures major French investment
FONTHILL-based pharmacy services firm Navi Group is set to become majority-owned by a French group in a deal that will see their value skyrocket past ... Read More
Decision due on proposed car wash enclosure at Gowan site
AN APPLICATION for planning permission for the erection of a steel-framed shed is under consideration by SDCC at the site of Gowan Motor Distribution Limited ... Read More
Planning hurdle for St Finian’s
SOUTH Dublin County Council’s Planning Department has advised St Finian’s GAA Club to issue a declaration that aspects of its proposed planning application are development, ... Read More
€10m Kylemore site hits market with potential for 400 homes
A 1.17-hectare industrial site, located on the northern side of Kylemore Way and Jamestown Road, has been listed on the market, primed for regeneration as ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Spiders on the move in autumn
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
Five decades of female music legends celebrated in Civic show
AUDIENCES are invited to get ready for a night of non-stop entertainment as 'Here Come the Girls', a high-energy multi-tribute show celebrating some of the ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Local history talks to uncover forgotten stories of Crumlin’s past
"IT GIVES an opportunity to bring to light a part of the history of the area which may be forgotten about," explains Aidan Hodson, chairperson ... Read More
Arts & Culture
St Martin’s Parish marks 50 Years with Harvest Festival celebration
"This year, 2026, marks the 50th Anniversary of St Martin’s Parish," explains a representative of the St Martin's Parish council. As part of this celebration, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Addams Family auditions announced
Kilnamanagh-based Now And Then Production Company celebrated a "hugely successful" Open Night last week according to Catherine Griffin. This saw them welcoming members, returning faces and ... 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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Long-Established Rathgar Therapy Practice Launches Low-Cost Counselling Service
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