Category: Ballyfermot
Anthony’s blood platelets has impacted hundreds of lives
A PROLIFIC blood donor was commended by the Irish Blood Transfusion Service this week, for his “generosity and support” over a near ...
Ballyfermot community turns green to support victims – €92,000 raised
THE community has come together in an “overwhelming” show of solidarity for the victims of a serious assault, holding a vigil and ...
Father shot multiple times in front garden
GARDAI are investigating a number of lines of investigation into the murder of father-of-two Michael Tormey in Ballyfermot. Mr Tormey (49) was ...
Area lacks infrastructure for 144 build-to-rent apartments
PLANS for 144 build-to-rent apartments in Palmerstown, will only make profits for private developers at the expense of renters, according to David ...
Poet Thomas Kinsella gave an outstanding contribution to local literature in Dublin city
POET Thomas Kinsella was laid to rest over the Christmas holidays. Mr Kinsella (93), who grew up in Inchicore, an area that ...
Father of two shot in Ballyfermot named
A MAN who was shot dead on Thomond Road in Ballyfermot this morning (Sunday, January 9) has been named locally as Michael ...
GAA player Sarah had ‘smile that could light up any room’
THERE was a huge turnout at an emotional funeral service on Tuesday morning for a young “family Christmas angel” who died on ...
Concern over ancient building in Chapelizod
A CENTURIES-old building in the heart of Chapelizod village, poses a threat to the public, according to local representatives who have been ...
Gaisce awards for Ballyfermot Youth Service students for committment to their community
DEDICATED students from Ballyfermot Youth Service received the president’s awards – Gaisce for their hard work and commitment to sport and their ...
End of an era for three schools
IT IS a year of final moments for three schools in Ballyfermot – Caritas College, St Dominic’s College and St John’s College ...