Year in Review 2020: July
By Aideen O'Flaherty
History was both made and reflected on in July, with the appointment of Traveller woman Eileen Flynn to the Seanad, and scenes of jubilation on the Walkinstown roundabout in the summer sun as people reminisced about Italia 90, following the passing of iconic football manager Jack Charlton.
Ballyfermot woman Eileen Flynn made history as the first Traveller woman appointed to the Seanad.
The former Labre Park resident made a triumphant return to the estate after being appointed, in what was described as a proud day for the Traveller community. (July 2 edition)
Three gardai from Clondalkin Garda Station, namely Brendan Crawford, Ciaran Murray and Ciara Galvin, received awards for rescuing a local woman who was pulled into the River Camac by her dog.
The gardai rescued Ann Lamb and her dog, Millie, from the river. (July 2 edition)
Cheeverstown House resident Joe Bell celebrated his 100th birthday with friends and staff.
Joe, who elected not to communicate verbally over the years, has been supported by Cheeverstown Intellectual Disability Services since 1987, and the staff there describe themselves as being Joe’s family, as he has no known relatives. (July 30 edition)
A contentious €19m tourism project at The Hell Fire Club on Montpelier Hill and Massy’s Wood got the greenlight from An Bord Pleanála. Local farmers, conservationists and residents lodged objections to the plans, which led to An Bord Pleanála holding an oral hearing about the development in 2018. (July 2 edition)
The IMC cinema in The Square permanently closed “with immediate effect”, citing the unprecedented impact of the pandemic and the cost of rent and service charges. (July 9 edition)
Iconic scenes were played at the Walkinstown roundabout as people gathered in tribute to former Republic of Ireland football manager Jack Charlton, on the day that his funeral took place in his hometown of Ashington in Northumberland. (July 23 edition)
Gardai received an increase in complaints about drug dealing and anti-social behaviour in Corkagh Park
For a full look back at July visit The Echo’s website HERE, where all editions from 2020 are free to read online until January 31st 2021.
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