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Iveagh Trust Gets Green Light For Dolphin’s Barn Development

Iveagh Trust Gets Green Light For Dolphin’s Barn Development By: Aidan Crowley: Housing charity, The Iveagh Trust, has received planning permission from Dublin City Council (DCC) to build a new complex of apartments on the South Circular Road at Dolphin’s Barn. The Iveagh Trust, which is an historical... 

The 10 Newmarket Square Project: Redefining Urban Living in Dublin

The 10 Newmarket Square Project: Redefining Urban Living in Dublin Dublin, January , 2025 – The 10 Newmarket Square project is poised to transform Dublin’s cityscape with its innovative approach to urban living. This ambitious Build-to-Rent (BTR) scheme, located in the vibrant Liberties area... 

An Bord Pleanála Approves Vicar Street Hotel Scheme Despite Appeal

An Bord Pleanála Approves Vicar Street Hotel Scheme Despite Appeal In a significant development for Dublin’s Liberties area, An Bord Pleanála has given the green light to businessman Harry Crosbie’s Vicar Street hotel project. The planning authority’s decision comes after it invalidated... 

Our Little Christmas Cheer

Our Little Christmas Cheer Patrick Ryan takes a look at why January 6ths is remembered in Ireland, and abroad. January 6th has long held a special place in our hearts. The Feast of the Epiphany as it is also called is today more widely celebrated in other parts of the world, with elaborate festivals... 

Christmas Festival Market at Dublin Castle

Christmas Festival Market at Dublin Castle   Christmas has returned to Dublin Castle with all the fun of the fair. Now in its sixth year the castle’s historic grounds have been transformed for the season. The winter wonderland is created with dozens of Christmas Trees and Lights that lead from... 

Smithfield Christmas Spectacular

Smithfield Christmas Spectacular The annual Smithfield Christmas Spectacular at Smithfield Square, Dublin 7 opened on November 25th and will continue until Thursday the 2nd of January. It is open daily from 11am until 9pm but it will close at 4pm on Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day... 

Diverse Group Of Candidates Seeking Dail Places In General Election

Diverse Group Of Candidates Seeking Dail Places In General Election With the General Election taking place this Friday (29th November), a diverse group of candidates will be standing for election to the 34th Dail in the Dublin South-Central constituency. With this in mind, the Fountain Resource Group... 

New Development at St Teresa’s Gardens: A Step Towards Sustainable Living

New Development at St Teresa’s Gardens: A Step Towards Sustainable Living The site of the former St Teresa’s Gardens in Dolphin’s Barn, Dublin, is set to undergo a significant transformation with the construction of 540 new apartments. This ambitious project, a collaboration between... 

Councillors Vote to Close Swan Alley Due to Anti-social Behaviour

Councillors Vote to Close Swan Alley Due to Anti-social Behaviour Drugs, attempted break-ins, illegal dumping and public urination are all to blame for the latest Dublin lane closure. The plans to close off Swan Alley, just off Thomas Street and leading towards Hanbury Lane, come after local residents... 

Plans For New Drimnagh And Crumlin Public Library Unveiled By DCC

Plans For New Drimnagh And Crumlin Public Library Unveiled By DCC By: Aidan Crowley: Plans for a new state-of-the-art public library, which will serve the Drimnagh and Crumlin catchment areas of Dublin 12, have recently been unveiled by Dublin City Council (DCC). The complex, which will measure 841... 

Dublin City Council Redevelopment Basin Street Complex

Dublin City Council Redevelopment Basin Street Complex Dublin City Council has submitted planning applications on an ambitious redevelopment project for the Basin Street complex, a significant step towards revitalizing this historic area in The Liberties. The project aims to transform the existing 1950’s... 

Event Guide: Liberties Haunt Halloween Festival 2024

Event Guide: Liberties Haunt Halloween Festival 2024 Event Overview: Prepare for an enchanting evening as the historic Liberties district in Dublin transforms into a Halloween wonderland for the Liberties Haunt Festival. This community-led event, held on October 31, 2024, from 5 PM to 8 PM, promises... 

Long-Running Saga Of Renovating Inchicore Library Nears Endgame

Long-Running Saga Of Renovating Inchicore Public Library Nears Endgame By: Aidan Crowley: The long-running saga of the proposed renovation of Inchicore Public Library Heritage Building on Emmet Road. looks to be finally heading for a conclusion. The distinctive old art deco building, which opened as... 

National Day of Service 2024

National Day of Service 2024 On September 14, 2024, Dublin celebrated National Services Day with a grand parade that highlighted the dedication and bravery of Ireland’s frontline services. The event commenced at 12 PM from the Garden of Remembrance, a symbolic starting point that honors those who... 

Seven-storey Aparthotel Development Thomas Street

Seven-storey Aparthotel Development Thomas Street Welthomas Property has submitted plans for a new seven-storey aparthotel at 151 Thomas Street, Dublin, adjacent to The Masonry. This proposed development will feature 93 rooms, along with a bar and events space, aiming to enhance the hospitality offerings... 

Dublin’s Poolbeg Chimneys are Set for A Fresh Coat of Paint

Dublin’s Poolbeg Chimneys are Set for A Fresh Coat of Paint The Iconic structures will finally be getting some much needed repairs and a lick of paint this year. Dominating the city’s skyline since they were built in 1969 and 1977, the smokestacks have become one of Dublin’s most beloved landmarks.... 

Major Grand Canal Harbour Development Nears Completion

Major Grand Canal Harbour Development Nears Completion: Aidan Crowley brings us up to date with the large scale development at Grand Canal Harbour The expansive, state-of-the-art, development at Grand Canal Harbour, Grand Canal Place, off James’s Street, which offers a dynamic new living experience... 

Upgrade Of Major Road Junction In Drimnagh To Proceed

Upgrade Of Major Road Junction In Drimnagh To Proceed: By: Aidan Crowley: Dublin City Council (DCC), with the support of the National Transport Authority (NTA), has recently issued a proposal to upgrade the junction of Suir Road, Davitt Road, Dolphin Road and Slievenamon Road, where they intersect at... 

Liberties Fun Run 2024

Liberties Fun Run 2024 It is nearly time to start pounding the pavement (or should we say cobblestones) in aid of the St. James’s Hospital Foundation. The 16th annual Liberties fun run has been announced. The 4-mile timed road race will take place on Wednesday July 24th with a start time of 7:45pm.... 

Eclectic Mix Of Candidates Standing For Local Elections

  Eclectic Mix Of Candidates Standing For Local Elections By: Aidan Crowley – In this article, Aidan Crowley presents the policies and platforms of all the local eleciton candidates for the South West Inner City and Ballyfermot – Drimagh Constituencies With the local and European elections... 
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