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92% believe area overdeveloped and object to rezoning proposals
Mar 16, 2026
A survey of residents in Saggart and surrounding areas has found that over 90% believe the area is overdeveloped and object to rezoning plans for Citywest.... Read More
Tallaght
‘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
Richard in the hunt for his third Oscar
Tallaght’s Richard Baneham has the chance to win his third Oscar at this year’s 98th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday evening. From Old Bawn in Tallaght, ... Read More
Family friendly entertainment plans for St Patrick’s Day Festival
A major day of festivities is planned for St Patrick’s Day in Tallaght Village this year. The Tallaght St Patrick’s Day Festival 2026 will kick ... Read More
Clondalkin
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
Over 400 hundred attend annual brain tumour walk
Brain Tumour Ireland’s annual 5K fun Run/Walk in Corkagh Park, on Sunday, was a huge success, with over 400 participants gathering to show their support ... Read More
Parade organisers make a call out for more volunteers
St Patrick’s Day parade organisers in Clondalkin have called for more volunteers to sign up and join before the big day, as interest is “down ... Read More
Ballyfermot
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
€18,000 worth of cannabis herb stored in extractor fan
A former taxi driver who developed a serious cocaine addiction was caught storing €18,000 worth of cannabis herb in an extractor fan in his home, ... Read More
School debate highlights the need to stamp out racism
THE final of a secondary school debate highlighting the need to stamp out racism was held at Kylemore College in Ballyfermot on Tuesday. The final ... Read More
Lucan
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
Local Faces: Liam Cullen
THE Lucan St Patrick's Day Parade is just about upon us, and this year's Grand Master of the parade is a man who's devoted the ... Read More
Car park surface may need to be removed and built again
The surface of a car park in Lucan is set to be reviewed as the surface has deteriorated, with it possibly needing to be removed ... Read More
Sport
Big wins at FAI Junior Cup
TALLAGHT United booked their place in round two of the FAI Junior Cup after they made the short trip to Templeogue United and clocked up ... Read More
Sport
Peas and Rovers kick off new season
THE Women’s League of Ireland campaign kicks off this weekend with the opening round of fixtures to be played this Saturday. Shamrock Rovers come into ... Read More
Sport
Inchicore pick up a big win over Mochtas
THE Leinster Senior League saw plenty of action over the weekend. In the Senior Sunday Division Inchicore Athletic picked up a huge 4-0 victory over ... Read More
Sport
Dooley impresses on debut in new mini at Mondello
AFTER a long winter break, the spring has seen the return of the Irish Rallycross Championship with rounds five and six of the series taking ... Read More
Sport
Adam to make pro boxing debut
Adam Olaniyan makes his pro debut on Saturday as he competes in the 3Arena on the undercard of Anthony Cacace vs Jazza Dickens. The 20-year-old ... 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
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
Business
Pfizer launch apprenticeship programme in Grange Castle
Pfizer has launched its 2026 Apprenticeship Programme at its Grange Castle site, offering aspiring apprentices a unique pathway to enter a rewarding career in science, ... Read More
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Tower Credit Union among the most competitive lenders locally
Personal loans can be a useful way to fund major expenses — but the overall cost depends on where you borrow and the interest rate ... 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
Vacant retail building has guide price of €775,000
A SUBSTANCIAL vacant retail building at Tallaght Cross will go under the hammer with a guide price of €775,000. The building was known as the ... 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
Arts & Culture
Food with Passion: St. Patrick’s Day Loin of Bacon with Spring Cabbage and Chocolate Guinness Cake
John Paul Kennedy is a self-taught cook and an avid fan of collecting cookery books with a passion for good old-fashioned home cooking. His passion ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: The Irish Shamrock
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
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
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Focused on People: Supporting Everyday Life in Our Suburbs
LAST October Manna Air Delivery proudly sponsored the South Dublin Chamber Business Awards in the Employee of the Year Award category, won by the fantastic ... Read More
