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News
Senior citizen plans for Cherry Orchard on hold
Jul 02, 2025
There are serious concerns that plans for a senior citizens’ accommodation and village centre in Cherry Orchard will not go ahead, as the government has launched... Read More
Tallaght
Man dragged a little girl away from mother in shopping centre
A man who dragged a visually-impaired child away from her mother will be sentenced next month, reports Claire Henry. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard that ... Read More
Special meeting to be held by Credit Union
A Special General Meeting of the Tallaght & District Credit Union has been organised for Wednesday, July 2, following tensions between members and the Board ... Read More
Toy Library Swap and Play designed to promote toy reuse and reduce waste
Kilnamanagh Family Resource Centre hosted the launch of a toy-swap initiative that allows families to play while also learning about sustainability. The ‘Toy Library Swap ... Read More
Clondalkin
Memories project inspired by fallen tree near library
A new project is gathering memories of Clondalkin Library from all those who have walked through its doors in its 114 years – and even ... Read More
Plans underway to develop creative educational workspaces at libraries
Plans are underway to develop makerspaces in three south Dublin libraries in the coming months. Ballyroan, Tallaght and North Clondalkin libraries have been earmarked as ... Read More
Demand for ban on vape shops opening near schools
Calls have been made for tighter controls over vape shops opening in Dublin village centres, and for a ban of any vape shops opening within ... Read More
Ballyfermot
An extraordinary collection of homemade quilts, tapestries and wall hangings are on display this month in Ballyfermot Library
“One day I made a critical comment and was promptly invited to do it myself.” laughs Ray Moore of Palmerstown. The 84-year-old is exhibiting his ... Read More
Open bins, brazen birds and Ballyer takeaways
A number of bins in Ballyfermot will be replaced over the summer to thwart seagulls pulling out food waste. Dublin City Council’s waste management teams ... Read More
Theft of 12 e-scooters worth almost €8,000 was ‘opportunistic’ robbery
A man involved in the “opportunistic” theft of 12 electric scooters from a Dublin business has been handed a suspended prison sentence, reports Eimear Dodd. ... Read More
Lucan
Lucan GAA plans for full size all-weather pitch
LUCAN Sarsfields GAA Club have submitted a planning application to redevelop and implement a full size all weather pitch. 'The club is always increasing in ... Read More
Pupils raise over €10,000 towards new astroturf pitch
School students have raised over €10,000 for a new astroturf pitch by taking part in a fundraising walk. Scoil Mhuire National School, in Lucan, held ... Read More
Four prefabs in community college almost 50 years old ‘falling to bits’
There are calls for prefab classrooms at a community college to be replaced due to their age. According to past pupil and Dublin Mid-West TD ... Read More
Sport
Youth cycling racing is coming to Corkagh Park
THE local club, Lucan Cycling Road Club, is bringing youth cycle racing to Corkagh Park. The event will be run on a purpose built circuit ... Read More
Sport
Great weekend for Tallaght AC
Tallaght AC athletes delivered some great performances at home and abroad last weekend. At the National Juvenile T&F Championships in Tullamore, Dubem Amah produced a ... Read More
Sport
Rovers respond with victory over Waterford
SHAMROCK Rovers overcame the 2-0 Bohemians defeat with a win over Waterford at Tallaght stadium last Friday evening. It would be Rovers strength in depth ... Read More
Sport
Dubs look to pop Cork in All-Ireland hurling semis
THE last time the Dublin hurlers reached an All-Ireland Semi Final was back in 2013. Funnily enough that match also saw them take on Cork. ... Read More
Sport
McCabe all set for big day at Wimbledon
Wimbledon has officially started and tomorrow's set of first round games sees James McCabe take on Fabian Marozan. While McCabe represents Australia, he does have ... Read More
Business
Making it easier for SMEs and micro-enterprises to engage
AN OPEN forum Public Procurement Consultation took place at ACE Enterprise Park, Clondalkin, on Friday, June 20 – providing valuable insights for businesses. It formed ... Read More
Business
Belgard Retail Park to be bought for €120m
American investor Realty Income Reit is set to purchase the Belgard Retail Park in Tallaght and two more retail sites for a transaction in the ... Read More
Business
Recycle IT receive People and Planet First Verification
Recycle IT have been recognised as People and Planet First Verified, a meaningful step forward in their mission to deliver environmentally responsible recycling services while ... Read More
Business
29% of adults couldn’t last an hour without the internet
Pure Telecom announced new survey results from its annual Connected Lives survey, revealing that, when it comes to their personal lives, almost a third (29%) ... Read More
Business
Regulatory compliance top three challenges facing firms
OVER 70 per cent of senior managers in financial services see regulatory compliance as one of the top three challenges facing their business this year. ... Read More
177 home development plan for site in Rathcoole
Consultations are underway for a major residential development on a site that was the subject of a High Court action in 2023. RK Consulting have ... Read More
€1.6 million for Fortunestown Shopping Centre
Fortunestown Shopping Centre has been put up for sale at €1,6 million by agent Cushman and Wakefield. With an overall floor area of 714 m² ... Read More
New apartment proposals at Croughs Pub
PLANNING has been lodged for the construction of apartments at Croughs Pub on Cookstown Road. Applicant Palmgrey Limited intend to demolish the existing staff accommodation ... Read More
Arts & Culture
‘Before is a play set in Clery’s of Dublin
"IT WAS inspired by the experience of a friend of mine," explains Pat Kinevane, writer and star of 'Before', coming to the Civic tonight, July ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Music festival is a stepping stone
"THE Youth Music Festival is more than just an event; it is a stepping stone for young musicians to reach new heights," says Martin Moran, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Food with passion: Gourmet Beef Burgers
Who doesn’t love a good burger? While we may not yet be in the depths of hopefully a warm Mediterranean summer; that doesn’t mean we ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Ambassador DJ Ellie has a great time at Crunniu na nOg
“IT WAS a great time!” beams young Clondalkin DJ Ellie Long, who was South Dublin ambassador for Crunniu na nOg on June 7 this year. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Sarah’s music continues to resonate around the world
"I PICKED up a guitar and piano in my teens and started writing songs at around 17, and here we are." Clondalkin-born Sarah Crean has ... 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
Business
OC Law are excited with new rebranding and expansion plans
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
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United by Cooperative Spirit: Tallaght & District and Firhouse Credit Unions Merge
Tallaght and District Credit Union and Firhouse Credit Union have completed a Transfer of Engagements that will see Firhouse officially become part of the Tallaght ... Read More
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South Dublin County Council’s Creative Ireland Programme Supports 35 + FREE Events for Cruinniú na nÓg Saturday 7 June 2025
South Dublin County Council’s Creative Ireland programme is proud to support up to 40 free creative events for children and young people as part of ... Read More
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Take Action for a Greener South Dublin County This May! – Dublin Climate Action Week
Mark your calendars! South Dublin County Council is thrilled to be a key partner in Dublin Climate Action Week, taking place from May 12th to ... Read More
