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by Craig O'Reilly on Jun 23rd, 2023 - 341 Views

Dublin Diocese Plans To Make St Andrews Church Become A Dublin Cathedral – Dublin finally gets a cathedral The Dublin Diocese has plans to make St Andrew’s on Westland Row into a Cathedral, in which case St Mary’s Pro Cathedral would become a basilica. This information comes from a twitter... 

by Stephen Davis on May 16th, 2023 - 703 Views

Bank on James Street reopens as art space – Stephen Davis as the news on this welcome cultural repurposing The former Bank of Ireland branch on the corner of James Street and Watling Street in Dublin, which was mentioned in James Joyce’s Ulysses, will reopen on Friday as an exhibition and workspace... 

by Craig O'Reilly on May 11th, 2023 - 427 Views

The 15th annual Liberties fun run in aid of St James’ s Hospital will take place at 7:45 pm on Wednesday July 19th. Every year, over 1500 people get together to take the 4 mile run for charity through the old and historic parts of the city. This year should be more popular than ever. The route will... 

by Craig O'Reilly on May 11th, 2023 - 573 Views

Reuben Street Aparthotel – Craig O Reilly reports on the recent controversy Plans have been submitted to Dublin City Council to redevelop a  five story building into a sixteen-bedroom aparthotel at Reuben House on Reuben Street in Dublin 8. There are already appartements on the third and fourth... 

by Aidan Crowley on Mar 24th, 2023 - 1807 Views

Plans For St. Michael’s Estate Redevelopment Project Currently Stalled – Aidan Crowley provides us with an update on this development Major plans for the redevelopment of the lands at the former St. Michael’s Estate, off Emmet Road, Inchicore, are currently stalled. Last October, Dublin City... 

by Aidan Crowley on Mar 15th, 2023 - 2692 Views

Kilmainham Mill Restoration Project Continues Apace – Aidan Crowley provides us with an update on the work at the mill Dublin City Council (DCC) commenced the first phase of major work, last summer, to conserve and restore local landmark, Kilmainham Mill, thought to be the last surviving mill... 

by Stephen Davis on Mar 13th, 2023 - 747 Views

Little Folk, a beloved family-owned shop closes its doors after 50 years Little Folk, a family-owned shop that specialised in communion dresses and christening outfits, has closed its doors after 50 years of serving the community in Dublin 8. The shop, located on Meath Street in The Liberties, announced... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Mar 9th, 2023 - 581 Views

Fingal County Council Approves Plan For Redevelopment At Howth Castle – Iconic Dublin Building set for redevelopment Fingal County Council have approved a planning application by Michael J Wright Group and Tetrarch capital to redevelop the grounds of Howth Castle for visitors to the historic site.... 

by Stephen Davis on Mar 6th, 2023 - 1214 Views

Time Please Ladies and Gentlemen – Another Dublin institution closes its doors for the last time, Stephen Davis takes a moment, to relate its history The Clock Pub on Thomas Street was more than just a place to have a drink. It was a cosy slice of old Dublin, a hub of live music and sports, and... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Feb 28th, 2023 - 426 Views

Work Underway For Phase Two of St James’s Linear Park – New park for Suir Road area This February sees the second phase of a masterplan to regenerate green spaces in St James’s Linear Park along Rialto Luas Line, extending it as far as Suir Road. It has all been part of harnessing the... 

by Stephen Davis on Jan 19th, 2023 - 1268 Views

Outrage as New Street Post Office set to close this week – Stephen Davis reports on the closure The Post Office on New Street is ceasing to trade this Friday 20th at 4pm. This is the second Post Office to close in the area after the loss of the Kevin Street Post Office. Customers are advised that... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Jan 12th, 2023 - 632 Views

St Teresa’s Gardens Redevelopment – Craig O Reilly surmmarises the redevelopment plans for St Teresa’s Gardens The Land Development Agency, on behalf of Dublin City Council, have submitted a planning application for the redevelopment of St. Teresa’s Gardens. The development aims... 

by Shane Adlum on Jan 6th, 2023 - 874 Views

Land Development Agency Announces Plans for Digital Hub Site – Shane Adlum discusses the new plans for the redevelopment of the Digital Hub site on Thomas Street. The Land Development Agency (LDA) have announced plans for the development of the Digital Hub Campus in The Liberties which will see... 

by Thomas Brunkard on Dec 21st, 2022 - 438 Views

As this year comes to an end, there were some significant changes. The Fountain Resource Group moved from its offices in St James Presbytery after 30 years. While this was sad, the organisation has continued in growth. I hope you and your family have a Joyful Christmas and a Healthy Happy New Year!  Read More »

by FRG.ie Admin on Dec 19th, 2022 - 664 Views

Senior Citizen’s Christmas Party The Senior Citizens Christmas Party had a change of venue from its usual location of St James Presbytery and this year it took place in the Old Convent Chapel on Basin Lane. The Chapel was beautifully decorated by Mary Flynn with lovely Christmas tablecloths,... 

by Aidan Crowley on Dec 13th, 2022 - 1054 Views

Inchicore Public Library Heritage Building’s New Proposals On Track – The latest proposals for the future use of Inchicore Public Library Heritage Building have now been revealed in a series of answers to questions posed to Dublin City Council (DCC) by the Fountain Resource Group’s Dublin... 

by Aidan Crowley on Dec 6th, 2022 - 700 Views

Future Of Inchicore Public Library Heritage Building In Major Doubt – Aidan Crowley brings us the story The future of the old art deco style Inchicore Public Library building, on Emmet Road, is in major doubt, with plans for its refurbishment or re-development currently stalled. It is now almost... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Oct 18th, 2022 - 563 Views

New Cycling and Walking Measures in Dublin 8 New walking and cycling measures are being developed in Dublin 8 by Dublin City Council. The changes will take place along Grand Canal View, James Walk, Forbes Lane, St James Linear Park, Marrowbone Lane and Thomas Court. The aim of the development is to... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Aug 25th, 2022 - 783 Views

The National Transport Authority has submitted a planning application for a Core Bus Corridor from Liffey Valley to the City Centre. The route will be going through Ballyfermot, Inchicore, Old Kilmainham, Mount Brown and James Street, Thomas Street, Cornmarket and High Street. The length of the proposed... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Aug 3rd, 2022 - 990 Views

Update On St James’s Gate Guinness Quarter – Craig O Reilly surmarises the new massive Guinness Development Ballymore has lodged a planning application for the new Guinness Quarter development at St James’s Gate. Since the announcement back in 2017, Ballymore have been working with Diageo...