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News
Six years of long delays building swimming pool could reach €20m
May 30, 2025
SIX years of delays and setbacks to the project to bring a pool and leisure centre to Lucan have left the local community feeling “jaded”, reports... Read More
Tallaght
Vine Group host Summer Time Special fundraiser
ON SUNDAY, the Vine Group will kick off their fundraising for their Help Us Help Others 2025 campaign. The group will be starting off with ... Read More
Local Faces: Liam McDonald
Upon meeting Firhouse resident Liam McDonald, one thinks ‘what a nice guy. A humble, soft-spoken gentleman.’ He very much is all of those things, but ... Read More
Dog park will be installed this summer to the delight of people in Kingswood
A DOG park will be installed in Ballymount Park, Kingswood in the summer after a successful local campaign, reports Alessia Micalizzi. “A campaign for a ... Read More
Clondalkin
Criminal with history of violence beat his partner and intimidated her
A CRIMINAL with a history of violence assaulted his girlfriend over a prolonged period and held a blade to her throat before sending her threats ... Read More
Students proudly presented with Gaelbhratach Irish flag
Students from Coláiste Chillian in Clondalkin were presented with a Gaelbhratach (Irish flag) at a ceremony in Mary Immaculate College, Limerick, this week. Talent shows, ... Read More
€14k to repair stone wall after Storm Eowyn
South Dublin County Council recently repaired a stone wall that was damaged during Storm Eowyn for a cost of €14,200. As the storm caused damages ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Parents of neurodivergent children support each other
One group of Dublin 10 parents of neurodivergent children have come together to provide support for each other, and other parents in their situation. NeuroVibe ... Read More
‘My life is very sad and lonely now’ says 81-year-old knocked down by car
A driver broke a red light and knocked down an elderly lady as she crossed the road with her dog, leaving her with serious and ... Read More
‘Pure gentleman’ John was great ambassador for the area
Tributes continue to be paid to a “pure gentleman” and “great ambassador for Ballyfermot” who was laid to rest this week. John Sweeney from Ballyfermot ... Read More
Lucan
Learner driver lost control of car and smashed head-on into vehicle
A learner driver who lost control of his car and smashed head-on into another vehicle, injuring three passengers, has been placed under the supervision of ... Read More
Charges dismissed against two people accused of identifying Ana’s murderers
Dublin Circuit Criminal Court has dismissed charges against two people accused of identifying two teenage boys convicted of the murder of 14-year-old Ana Kriégel, reports ... Read More
Major step forward for public transport in Lucan and Clondalkin
The procurement process for the DART+ South West project, which will deliver a modern, electrified rail service between the city centre and Hazelhatch has been ... Read More
Sport
Tohill does the double in Mondello Park
Terenure's Derek Tohill did the double at Mondello Park at the weekend with victory in the Supercar final on Sunday, reports Barry Cregg. It was ... Read More
Sport
Glenanne’s Barbara named President of Hockey Ireland
At the Hockey Ireland Annual General Meeting held on May 25 Glenanne’s Barbara O’Malley was appointed President of Hockey Ireland for a two year tenure. ... Read More
Sport
C’ship titles for Tallaght athletes
Several Tallaght athletes delivered fine performance to claim titles at Day 1 of the Dublin Juvenile Track & Field Championships in Morton Stadium, Santry last ... Read More
Sport
April Team of the Month: Loreto women’s Hockey team
WATCH: THE Women’s EYHL Hockey League trophy was secured by Loreto following another superb season. The Rathfarnham side secured the title for the second year ... Read More
Sport
April Sports Star of the Month: Zoe McDermott
WATCH: Zoe McDermott is Ireland’s first female WKF medallist. Following the Karate Youth League in Guadalajara last month, Zoe from Kilnamanagh made history by becoming ... Read More
Business
Tech distributor opens new HQ as part of expansion
SPECIALIST tech distributor Climb Channel Solutions Ireland has opened a new HQ in South County Business Park. The firm, which was previously known as DataSolutions, ... Read More
Business
Commercial rates collection exceed a record €145 million
COMMERCIAL rates collection exceeded a record €145 million according to South Dublin County Council’s 2024 Annual Report. Published as part of the chief executive’s report ... Read More
Business
Amazing experience for Maura winning fourth place at ISEF
SciFest STEM Champion 2024, Maura Moore-McCune from The King’s Hospital School, Palmerstown represented Ireland at Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025 in Columbus, ... Read More
Business
€1.3m investment in new store
The Jordan Group owned and operated by Tallaght native Alan Jordan will open a new Centra store in Castletymon on Thursday while celebrating 25 years ... Read More
Business
24 operational data centres in the county
THERE are currently 24 operational data centres in the county, according to South Dublin County Council. Concerns have been raised by numerous local representatives regarding ... Read More
GAA club lodge plans for upgrades to pitch
A GAA club has lodged planning permission for upgrades to their pitch and stands. St Mary’s GFC in Saggart have applied for permission to replace ... Read More
Concerns raised over apartment block height and sustainability at Bruce House
Major concerns have been raised over the height and suitability of a planned apartment building in Tallaght Village. Plans were lodged earlier this year for ... Read More
Restaurant must ‘be respectful and enhance the context’
A proposed planning application to convert part of a former stables into a restaurant must “be respectful and enhance the context” of the historic building. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Goatsbeard in the meadows
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
Arts & Culture
Food with passion: Strawberries & Cream Tiramisu
I promised to bring you this recipe a few weeks back but found it difficult to source lady fingers! I eventually managed to source some ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The ELO Experience: Seven-Piece Band is performing in The Civic
This week, we sat down with Kevin Butler to discuss the show, which performs in the Civic on June 5 at 8pm. A KICKING 7-piece ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Evie Hone Stained Glass Panel: Piece of glass belongs to St Maelruain’s Church
TOMAS Maher has brought a stained glass panel by the artist Evie Hone into Rua Red for advice on restoration and presentation. The piece belongs ... Read More
Arts & Culture
ECHO AT 45: Historic moment for Tallaght with the opening of the RTC, now TU Dublin Tallaght Campus
MAY 1992: The development of Tallaght has been shaped by a number of key moments in time and the opening of the then Regional Technical ... 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
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Legendary community groups are the pride of Clondalkin
Over the past years, various local community activity groups based in Clondalkin have taken part in our St Patrick’s Day parade. Three such groups are ... 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
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Lam’s Deli: Chinese Takeaway
ADVERTORIAL Lam’s Deli: In 1991 we started our Chinese takeaway journey, dedicated to bring authentic flavors and quality food to our community. Over the years we have grown, with ... Read More
Clondalkin
Liffey Valley Easter Emporium in partnership with Butler’s Chocolate Café is Back
The Easter holidays are in sight which means it’s time to shell-ebrate the return of the hugely popular Easter Emporium, bouncing back to Liffey Valley ... Read More
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Students debate social media ban at EU Model Council
Protecting young people online in the EU was the focus of this year’s hotly contested Model Council of the European Union debate for secondary schools, ... Read More
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Herbert & Lansdowne Estate Agents Acquire Redmond Property Group: A New Chapter Begins
ADVERTORIAL Herbert & Lansdowne Estate Agents (H&L) are pleased to announce their acquisition of Redmond Property Group/ Liam Redmond Letting in late 2024 marking a ... Read More
