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News
623 anti-social complaints are made to housing section
Jun 18, 2025
Over 600 complaints over anti-social behaviour were made to the council’s housing department in 2024. A total of 623 complaints were made by residents in social... Read More
Tallaght
Proposal to use public park for special education class rejected
A Councillor’s proposal to use public park land for a special education class was rejected in the name of “good design” and the prevention of ... Read More
Old Bawn’s green area is under consideration for playground plans
South Dublin County Council will consider the establishment of play facilities in an Old Bawn green area where residents had set up an unofficial playground ... Read More
The ‘taking in charge’ of estate proving impossible
Completing the taking in charge process for an estate in Citywest has been “impossible,” said SDCC, as the original developer has gone into receivership. The ... Read More
Clondalkin
Deliberate targeting of ATMs gets over two years for accused
A man involved in a “deliberate” and “elaborate” spate of thefts from ATMs in Dublin city and county over a three-day period has been jailed, ... Read More
CEIST leadership conference empowers Clondalkin pupils
Three Clondalkin pupils have returned to their school inspired and empowered by a leadership conference for secondary schools. Student Council members from Coláiste Bríde attended ... Read More
Vital funds raised for girl (15) diagnosed with rare condition
Vital funds are being raised for a young Clondalkin girl diagnosed with a “life-changing” illness. A GoFundMe page has so far raised over €50,000 for ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Extra €20,000 allocated for completion of Chapelizod ‘inclusive’ playground project
Construction on a new playground in Chapelizod “is expected to be completed” by later this year. Final design work is currently underway with the contractor ... Read More
‘Cherry Orchard’ Arts Festival problem with insurance resolved
Fears over the future of the Ballyfermot Cherry Orchard Arts Festival have been laid to rest following a meeting with Dublin City Council. The Echo ... Read More
‘Neighbour from hell’ avoids jail term after assault
A “neighbour from hell” who was caught on CCTV attacking a woman in her front garden, pulling out seven centimetres of hair from her head, ... Read More
Lucan
Electric vehicle charging points upgraded for customers at Leisure Centre car park
Electric vehicle charging points in the new Lucan Leisure Centre car park will be able to fully charge cars while customers are using the gym ... Read More
Lights not on for Griffeen Park dog park but water dispenser taps could be installed
A Lucan dog park is “not designed to be used in the evenings” and no lights will be installed to facilitate evening-time use. That’s according ... Read More
Hopes to find remains of Irish hero Earl of Lucan are dashed
Hopes that remains found in Belgium may be those of Irish hero Patrick Sarsfield have been dashed by DNA testing. A search has been underway ... Read More
Sport
St Pat’s draw Lithuanian side in Europe
ST Patrick’s Athletic have been drawn against Lithuanian side FC Hegelmann in the first qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League. They are set to ... Read More
Sport
Dubs are set for crunch clash with Rebel County
IT WAS a nervy evening for Dublin in Newry last Saturday as they just about managed to get over the line and beat Derry. The match ... Read More
Sport
Rhasidat finishes fourth in Oslo
Rhasidat Adeleke finished fourth last night running the 400m at the Bislett Games in Oslo. The annual games are part of the Diamond League which ... Read More
Sport
Cumann na mBunscol Finals: Joy for Bishop Galvin boys
THE first match of the second day of Cumann na mBunscol contested the Herald Cup and would see St Mary’s BNS, Rathfarnham take on Scoil ... Read More
Sport
‘There’s no bigger games’ Rovers boss Bradley on Shels match
SHAMROCK Rovers make a return to action on Friday night when they take on Airtricity League champions Shelbourne at Tallaght Stadium. This will be the ... Read More
Business
Louis Fitzgerald group in strong financial position
THE Louis Fitzgerald hospitality group is in a “strong financial position” according to their latest accounts. Operating profits by the group’s holding company Burtse Ltd, ... Read More
Business
Contractor will be appointed for design and installation of solar panels on council buildings
South Dublin County Council will appoint a contractor “in the coming weeks” for the design and installation of solar panels for suitable council buildings. This ... Read More
Business
Olly’s Farm delight at digital support package from Google
Google, in partnership with Enterprise Ireland (EI) and the Local Enterprise Offices (LEO) announced the overall winner of this year’s You’re the Business competition with ... Read More
Business
Bernie celebrates working 30 years in McDonald’s
Tallaght woman Bernie Fay (51) is praised as “amazing” as she celebrated 30 years working in McDonald’s at The Square Shopping Centre. “Bernie is extraordinary, ... Read More
Business
Ask Acorn staff donate €20k to cancer research charity
Staff at Ask Acorn, a nationwide financial intermediary and distributor of life protection products, with an office in Baldonnell have donated an impressive €20,000 for ... Read More
Canal Bank development launches availability of 60 affordable new homes with a promise of 2,400 more in Clonburris
South Dublin County Council was delighted to welcome Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, to the launch of 60 new one-, two-, ... Read More
TU Dublin application for storage unit for 75 bicycles
Technological University Dublin Tallaght has lodged an application with South Dublin County Council for a storage unit to accommodate 75 bicycles. The unit will be ... Read More
Plans for 143 cells at Cloverhill Prison
Plans have been lodged for a new prison block at Cloverhill Prison. A planning application was submitted to Dublin City Council by the Irish Prison ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Captivating evening of one-act plays
Harolds Cross Tallaght Musical Society (HXT) recently hosted a captivating evening of one-act plays and monologues, celebrating local talent and the vibrant spirit of community ... Read More
Arts & Culture
If not If, What? Barry gave a spoken word performance on his poem
INCHICORE-raised poet Barry Currivan was proud to give a spoken word performance of one of his poems, 'The Big Man Is Dead', from his collection. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
The Weight of Shadow – pushing the boundaries of performance and perception
“What inspired me to get into physical theatre was a longer journey from music to dance to aerial acrobatics,” explains Sasha Krohn. His latest show, ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Nature on our doorsteps: Elderflower, the scent of early June
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: Warm Smoked Salmon Potato Salad
This is a really light, fresh and delicious salad supper dish that can be prepped in advance. A lot more of us these days are ... 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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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
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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
