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We top the skin cancer charts, so should sunbeds be banned?
A Tallaght tanning salon still holds the record of being ‘the largest in Europe’ while the Government is exploring the possibility of banning commercial sunbeds. ... Read More

Local Faces: Jeff Bibby
Jeff Bibby is a man born in London, within the sound of Bow Bells, who met a fine Bohernabreena cailín on holiday and his life ... Read More
Kathleen and Marian complete their 150th parkrun in Tymon Park
Christine Poole writes about two local women who are known well to the community and hold a very special place in her heart – her ... Read More
Two-storey modular school building approved at St Ronan’s
PERMISSION has been granted for a new two-storey modular school building at St Ronan’s National School, Deansrath in Clondalkin. The Board of Management of St ... Read More

Heatwave no barrier for Tidy Town’s volunteers to work
While the recent hot spell might seem perfect for Tidy Towns volunteers to do their work, it’s actually been less than ideal. “It’s excessively warm, ... Read More
Hank sniffs his way to ‘Nose of Tralee’ final
A long-legged Labrador pup has secured a spot as the Dublin finalist for the 2025 Nose of Tralee competition. Hank, a seven-month-old golden Labrador from ... Read More
Demand for action to prevent erosion of village centre
“Nothing has been done” to prevent the erosion of the once-thriving commercial area in Ballyfermot village centre. That’s according to Cllr Vincent Jackson (Ind) who ... Read More

Miss Teen Ireland Junior gets a twirl from Cyra
“She was only after turning 13 when she entered,” explains Ballyfermot mother Amanda Carthy about her daughter Cyra, who recently won the Junior title of ... Read More
Messing about on the river
If anyone has been enjoying the recent good weather, it’s surely the kids taking part in this year’s Ballyfermot Youth Service summer camps. Running for ... Read More
New pedestrian way produces safety problems, claim residents
Residents in what was formerly a cul-de-sac in Newcastle are growing increasingly frustrated over a new pedestrian way that has been cut into the end ... Read More

Ten schools seek Safe School Zone works to protect pupils
Ten schools across south Dublin have applied for Safe School Zone works to make getting to school safer for pupils. Five of these schools should ... Read More
Adamstown pupil brings home Eureka gold with animal project
A student from Adamstown Community College topped an international science competition with a project about the animals’ perception of the world. Amelia Lupascu (16) was ... Read More
Permission is granted for new 3G all-weather pitch at St Mary’s Club
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
‘Remarkable’ house on the market for over €2 million
A “remarkable” five-bedroom property close to Marley Park is on the market for over €2 million. Amazonia, an oasis of tranquility located within the exclusive ... Read More
Approval given for change of use of Plaza night club to a GYM
PROPOSALS have been approved by South Dublin County Council for the change of use of a bar, restaurant and night club into a gym at ... Read More