Tallaght

Local Faces: Mary Keogh

Echo Staff- August 1, 2025 0

Tallaght woman Mary Keogh is an extremely important figure in the world of international mediation, writes Ken Doyle. Mary’s younger years were spent in Tallaght ... Read More

Local Faces: Mary Keogh
FoodCloud redistributed over 330 million meals since 2013

FoodCloud redistributed over 330 million meals since 2013

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TALLAGHT-based FoodCloud has redistributed the equivalent of 330 million meals since 2013. According to the non-profit’s latest financial report, between 2013 and 2024, FoodCloud rescued ... Read More

Outstanding results and achievements by WALK graduates

Outstanding results and achievements by WALK graduates

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The WALKways Programme at TUH continues to make a meaningful impact by supporting people with disabilities to gain valuable work experience and build confidence. Over ... Read More

Clondalkin

Dubliner cycling 1,100km from Netherlands to Italy for Debra

Ellen Gough- August 1, 2025 0

A thrill-seeking Dubliner is gearing up for an 1,100 km cycle from The Netherlands to Italy – for an extremely good cause. Kalebh Fynes will be ... Read More

Dubliner cycling 1,100km from Netherlands to Italy for Debra
Permission granted for new Gaelscoil under construction

Permission granted for new Gaelscoil under construction

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Planning permission has been granted for a three-storey extension to a new Gaelscoil campus already under construction on the Old Nangor Road. Dublin and Dun ... Read More

Clondalkin’s population of almost 50k needs dedicated First Responders unit

Clondalkin’s population of almost 50k needs dedicated First Responders unit

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Plans are getting underway to establish a volunteer first responders unit to service the Clondalkin area. Local resident Mary Conlan was the organiser behind an ... Read More

Ballyfermot

St Matthew’s fighting fit with credit union’s €10,000 boost

Maurice Garvey- August 1, 2025 0

ST MATTHEW’S Boxing Club secured a substantial €10,000 in sponsorship from the Ballyfermot Credit Union. The funding will upgrade equipment, including a high quality technology ... Read More

St Matthew’s fighting fit with  credit union’s €10,000 boost
Dementia care innovation

Dementia care innovation

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A Tallaght Hospital doctor and a nurse at Cherry Orchard Hospital made West Dublin proud as they received two awards for “innovative solutions to healthcare ... Read More

Twenty-five years in a row as chairman of committee for Vincent

Twenty-five years in a row as chairman of committee for Vincent

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Independent councillor Vincent Jackson will serve as chair of Dublin City Council’s South Central Area committee for the 25th year in a row. The independent ... Read More

Lucan

All-weather pitch granted for Lucan Sarsfields but floodlights refused

Ellen Gough- August 1, 2025 0

Planning permission has been granted for the construction of a new all-weather pitch for Lucan Sarsfields. However, permission has been refused for floodlights on the ... Read More

All-weather pitch granted for Lucan  Sarsfields but floodlights refused
Grandfather allowed drone to be used in an attempted drug delivery to Cloverhill

Grandfather allowed drone to be used in an attempted drug delivery to Cloverhill

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A grandfather, who came under duress to allow his drone to be used for an attempted prison drug delivery and stored over €180,000 of criminal ... Read More

‘Dry side’ of long-delayed Lucan Leisure Centre to open

‘Dry side’ of long-delayed Lucan Leisure Centre to open

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Sections of the long-awaited Lucan Leisure Centre are set to open this Monday. The ‘dry side’ of the long-delayed leisure centre project, which includes the ... Read More

Sport

Athletes selected for U20 European C’ships

- July 31, 2025 0

Three Tallaght AC athletes have been selected to represent Ireland at the European U20 T&F Championships in Finland between August 7 and August 10. Cormac ... Read More

Athletes selected for U20 European C’ships
Sport

Faughs senior hurlers show a lot of character

- July 31, 2025 0

Faughs GAA have extended their winning run in the championship after a close victory against Castleknock last Saturday where they emerged on the right end ... Read More

Faughs senior hurlers show a lot of character
Sport

‘It was a huge team effort’

- July 31, 2025 0

Lucan Sarsfields defeated Ballyboden St Enda’s last Saturday in the Dublin Senior Hurling Championship. The game was held in Parnell Park and proved to be ... Read More

‘It was a huge team effort’
Sport

Ballyboden keeper set to make his Mark with Green Bay

- July 31, 2025 0

Former Ballyboden St Enda’s goalkeeper Mark McNamee has signed for NFL franchise, Green Bay Packers with the move being confirmed last week. The 25-year-old was ... Read More

Ballyboden keeper set to make his Mark with Green Bay
Sport

St Mark’s hurlers secure promotion

- July 31, 2025 0

St Marks GAA have secured promotion out of the Dublin Junior A Hurling Championship group stage following a draw with Lucan Sarsfields at 12th Lock ... Read More

St Mark’s hurlers secure promotion
Business

Selecting staff within the council is based on ‘merit and transparency’

- August 1, 2025 0

The selection process for new staff within South Dublin County Council is “based on merit,” SDCC said in response to a councillor who questioned alleged ... Read More

Selecting staff within the council is based on ‘merit and transparency’
Business

Arena sale nets €34 million for equity real estate manager Henderson Park

- August 1, 2025 0

THE sale of the Arena Centre in Tallaght is understood to have netted €34 million for UK-headquartered private equity real estate manager Henderson Park. According ... Read More

Arena sale nets €34 million for equity real estate manager Henderson Park
Business

Dalata Hotels sold for €1.4 billion to Scandinavian property companies

- August 1, 2025 0

THE sale of Dalata Hotel Group will provide better access to capital and a larger platform to “accelerate growth” according to senior figures at the ... Read More

Dalata Hotels sold for €1.4 billion to Scandinavian property companies
Business

Small firms say that high costs of material pose substantial risk

- July 31, 2025 0

TARIFFS, access to finance and rising input costs, are some of the biggest concerns facing Irish small and medium-sized enterprises, according to research from the ... Read More

Small firms say that high costs of material pose substantial risk
Business

Entrepreneurs and businesses urged to take part in Expo 2025

- July 30, 2025 0

Local businesses, suppliers, and entrepreneurs are being invited to attend one of the most important procurement events of the year: Government Supply Expo 2025: Pathways ... Read More

Entrepreneurs and businesses urged to take part in Expo 2025
Conditions and revisions called ‘unwarranted and unreasonable’

Conditions and revisions called ‘unwarranted and unreasonable’

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Dalata Hotel Group have lodged an appeal over conditions attached to planning permission for new illuminated signs on the Maldron Hotel at Newlands Cross. The ... Read More

Ebb&Flow appeal against Padel Court Permission

Ebb&Flow appeal against Padel Court Permission

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Planning permission granted for three padel courts at St Mary’s College RFC has been appealed by the owners of a coffee stand on the sports ... Read More

Permission is granted for new 3G  all-weather pitch at St Mary’s Club

Permission is granted for new 3G all-weather pitch at St Mary’s Club

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ST MARY’S GAA Club have had permission approved for a new 3G all-weather pitch. The Saggart club’s plans include works replacement of existing grass football ... Read More

Arts & Culture

Dear Zoo leaps onto the stage and shares a magical experience with the audience

- August 1, 2025 0

“I HAD such a wonderful time doing the Christmas version of the show that I leapt at the chance to play Sally in Dear Zoo!” ... Read More

Dear Zoo leaps onto the stage and shares a magical experience with the audience
Arts & Culture

Nature on our doorsteps: A battle of defence and response

- August 1, 2025 0

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

Nature on our doorsteps: A battle of defence and response
Arts & Culture

That Spark – Song 7 of 12 by Acko in 2025

- July 30, 2025 0

“SINGLE number seven of the twelve I’m releasing in 2025,” explains Tallaght-born singer-songwriter Acko Atkinson, regarding his latest single ‘That Spark’, releasing July 25 on ... Read More

That Spark – Song 7 of 12 by Acko in 2025
Arts & Culture

Together in Commune exhibition marks a decisive moment for Rua Red

- July 28, 2025 0

“RUA Red’s commitment to community building is at the heart of its curatorial programme, public engagement, and studio residency model," remarks Marysia Więckiewicz, curator of ... Read More

Together in Commune exhibition marks a decisive moment for Rua Red
Arts & Culture

‘Nature’s Tapestry’ – photographic exhibition at TUH

- July 25, 2025 0

Tallaght University Hospital invites readers to peruse their latest exhibition: ‘Nature’s Tapestry’, showcasing the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife Ireland has to offer. These photographs ... Read More

‘Nature’s Tapestry’ – photographic exhibition at TUH
Echo Rewind

Local history with Monica McGill: A unique library that is part of the fabric of Clondalkin

- June 6, 2025 0

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

Local history with Monica McGill: A unique library that is part of the fabric of Clondalkin
Echo Rewind

Local history with Monica McGill: Peamount Hospital offer a wide range of health and welfare services to people

- May 9, 2025 0

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

Local history with Monica McGill: Peamount Hospital offer a wide range of health and welfare services to people
Echo Rewind

Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra: ‘An Rí’ á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta

- April 25, 2025 0

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

Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra: ‘An Rí’ á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta
Echo Rewind

Local history with Monica McGill: Discovering all the facts and fictions about our ancestors

- April 25, 2025 0

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

Local history with Monica McGill: Discovering all the facts and fictions about our ancestors
Echo Rewind

Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra

- April 18, 2025 0

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

Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra
Sponsored Content

Elevated casual dining at North@Citywest

- July 16, 2025 0

The Address Citywest is located just off Exit 2 on the N7; in close proximity to a number of business parks, transport links, and only ... Read More

Elevated casual dining  at North@Citywest
Business

Significant milestone for Ace marking its 30th anniversary

- July 15, 2025 0

A GARDEN party held at the Ace Enterprise Park in Bawnogue to mark its 30th anniversary, brought together over 60 attendees from across the business ... Read More

Significant milestone for Ace marking its 30th anniversary
Sponsored Content

Study Reveals Best Place In Dublin For Solar

- July 8, 2025 0

ADVERTORIAL Ohk energy, Ireland’s largest and most trusted solar installer, analysed how much electricity Dublin residents can expect to produce from solar. As part of ... Read More

Study Reveals Best Place In Dublin For Solar
Business

OC Law are excited with new rebranding and expansion plans

- June 25, 2025 0

A MAJOR rebranding took place this week at established Tallaght legal practice Colm O’Cochlain & Co, which became OC Law on June 12. Established in ... Read More

OC Law are excited with new rebranding and expansion plans
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Staying independent and supported: The growing role of home care in Ireland

- June 24, 2025 0

ADVERTORIAL Home care is not just about helping with physical tasks, it's about building trusting relationships, preventing loneliness, and creating a support network that respects ... Read More

Staying independent and supported: The growing role of home care in Ireland