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Plans for 55 apartments on Scholarstown House grounds
Jul 09, 2025
PLANS have been lodged for the alteration of Scholarstown House and the construction of 55 apartments three to five storeys in the grounds on Scholarstown Road.... Read More
Tallaght
Four months for man who spat in garda’s face and eye
A MAN who spat at a garda in Tallaght Garda Station was sentenced to four months imprisonment, contrary to Section 19 (1) (a) and (2) ... Read More
New playspace lauded for its swings, accessible roundabout and trampoline
THE new playspace at Saggart Schoolhouse Community Centre was officially opened last week and is a great addition to the community. “The playspace has delivered ... Read More
Exclusion of village in report on clean-up was disappointing
It was “unusual” that Tallaght village was not included in this year’s Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) report, the organisation said as Tallaght ranked 38th ... Read More
Clondalkin
James was ‘a gentle and harmless soul’
A Clondalkin man who was fatally stabbed in his home last Wednesday night has been remembered as “an absolute gent” and a “gentle and harmless ... Read More
Assessment of waste area to examine turning it into a ‘positive amenity’
An assessment is being carried out on a small waste ground area that joins two Deansrath estates to examine the feasibility of turning it into ... Read More
Pupils explain business projects during Bí Gnóthach Enterprise Programme
SCHOOLS from South Dublin took part in the Bí Gnóthach Primary School Student Enterprise Programme this year with South Dublin Local Enterprise Office which proved ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Solar compactors to replace open bins in bid to combat seagull scourge
A number of bins on the Ballyfermot Road will be replaced with solar compactor bins over the coming weeks to prevent seagulls from scattering food ... Read More
Michael D meets women from Traveller community
A group of women from the Traveller community met with President Michael D. Higgins and presented their research on internalised oppression within the community. The ... Read More
‘Bike bunkers’ to be installed across city
An operator is set to be appointed to deliver up to 300 ‘bike bunkers’ across Dublin city. Dublin City Council aim to “deliver approximately 300 ... Read More
Lucan
Community policing representatives to meet with local councillors to strengthen ties
A meeting is set to take place between councillors for the Lucan/Palmerstown/North Clondalkin area and community policing representatives based in Lucan and Ronanstown Garda stations. ... Read More
Adamstown locals waiting two decades for transport links
Residents in Adamstown are waiting “two decades” for public transport links promised in the early stages of the area’s development. Calls have been made for ... Read More
Pool project hits further delays with issues of safety
A number of “minor” health and safety issues that were identified last week during the construction of the Lucan Pool project has added further delays. ... Read More
Sport
‘Skipper’ spent 60 years involved with St Francis
A LEGEND of St Francis football club, Christy ‘Skipper’ Maguire passed away recently. A stalwart of St Francis football club, Skipper spent 60 odd years ... Read More
Sport
Big night for St Pat’s in Europe at Richmond Park
ST PATRICK’S Athletic embark on their European campaign this year on Thursday night as they will host Lithuanian side Hegelmann Litauen at Richmond Park. The ... Read More
Sport
Dubs have plenty of room for improvement
DUBLIN joint manager Paul Casey from Lucan Sarsfields said they have plenty of room for improvement despite seeing off Cork by 3-15 to 0-7 in ... Read More
Sport
Boden seniors clinch Division One title
BALLYBODEN St Enda’s have won the Division One AFL title this past weekend after a very close game at home to Ballymun Kickhams. The match ... Read More
Sport
St Anne’s juniors secure league crown
ST ANNES clinched the AFL Division 7 title with a victory over Erins Isle last weekend. “Our main goal was promotion first and foremost. We ... Read More
Business
Former MEP Frances Fitzgerald is new senior advisor with Teneo
FORMER European MEP and Irish Minister Frances Fitzgerald, was recently appointed as a Senior Advisor with Teneo. Teneo announced the appointments of former Dublin Mid ... Read More
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Study Reveals Best Place In Dublin For Solar
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Business
St Patrick’s Day Festival Tallaght 2026: Expression of Interest: Non-Executive Board Members
Expression of Interest: Non-Executive Board Members – St. Patrick’s Day Festival, Tallaght South Dublin County Council invites expressions of interest from suitably experienced individuals to join ... Read More
Business
Two hundred and fifty Pfizer staff take part in annual cycle
UP TO 250 staff at Pfizer took part in their annual cycle to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society – a 280km trek starting ... 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
Green light for three new pipelines at Grange Castle
Gas Networks Ireland was granted permission to construct three new gas pipelines in Grange Castle Business Park, at the Microsoft Data Centre and the Greener ... Read More
Cost rental landmark achievement
THE first local authority funded standalone cost-rental development in Ireland was launched by South Dublin County Council. The project, named Innovation Square and comprising 133 ... Read More
Plans for 98-bed residential nursing home at Glebe House
PLANS have been lodged for a 98-bed residential nursing home at The Glebe House on Main Street in Rathcoole. Applicants WL Woodlawn Building Services Ltd ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Audience delighted with North Clondalkin Community Choir show
"THE big day was here!" exclaims Ruth Grogan of North Clondalkin Community Choir regarding their performance at last weekend's Clondalkin Village Festival. Weeks of intense ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Áras gardens alive with summer concert
This past weekend, the gardens of Áras Chrónáin in Clondalkin Village were alive with sunshine, music, and a strong sense of community as Clondalkin Youth ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Summer Local: Dublin Summer 2025 Parks & Trails Challenge kicks off
The four Dublin Local Authorities are pleased to announce the launch of the Summer 2025 Parks & Trails Challenge under the Active Cities Dublin initiative. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
St Joseph’s Pipe Band plays to packed Croker
This was important not just for the band but for the profile of Irish pipe bands in general,” said Tim Farrelly, director of Clondalkin’s St ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Tumbling over roadside verges
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
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
