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Convicted killer jailed for 6 years for attempted drowning

Convicted killer jailed for 6 years for attempted drowning

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A convicted killer received a partially suspended prison sentence of eight years for a serious assault on a woman during which he ...

As Catherine Connolly prepares to move to the Áras the after-effects of a divisive election continue to be felt

As Catherine Connolly prepares to move to the Áras the after-effects of a divisive election continue to be felt

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As Catherine Connolly prepares for her move to the Áras to serve her seven years as Ireland’s president, the after-effects of probably ...

Students and families show off their talent

Students and families show off their talent

Ballyfermot

St Raphael’s National School held a Pumpkin Patch Party on Wednesday to celebrate their latest addition. Students and families were invited to ...

Spooks, zombies and Monster Mash for Halloween festivities

Spooks, zombies and Monster Mash for Halloween festivities

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South Dublin has an incredibly busy Halloween schedule to celebrate the festival with lots of free events set to take place across ...

This weeks front pages – October 30, 2025

This weeks front pages – October 30, 2025

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The Echo Newspaper is on shop shelves across Tallaght, Clondalkin, Lucan, Ballyfermot and surrounding areas today. Pick up your copy or subscribe ...

‘It doesn’t make sense to me’ to have a two-tier HAP payment

‘It doesn’t make sense to me’ to have a two-tier HAP payment

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“There are people that are on that rate that are on the cusp of losing their apartments.” Calls have been made for ...

Recruitment campaign taking place for people to join Garda

Recruitment campaign taking place for people to join Garda

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A RECUTIMENT campaign is currently taking place for people to join An Garda Síochána. The Gardai Trainee employment drive was launched at ...

Gambling arcade plans withdrawn after negative reception from the community

Gambling arcade plans withdrawn after negative reception from the community

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Planning permission for a proposed gambling arcade in Ballyfermot has been withdrawn after a negative reception from councillors and the community. The ...

Luas tracks to be replaced at Belgard Road crossing

Luas tracks to be replaced at Belgard Road crossing

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Luas services between Red Cow and Tallaght/Saggart will be disrupted for “essential works” for the duration of the October bank holiday weekend. ...

Constituents form huge voting block

Constituents form huge voting block

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Over 85,000 people have registered to vote in Dublin Mid-West for the upcoming Presidential election on Friday, October 24. 85,112 electors in ...