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by Craig O'Reilly on Jan 7th, 2022 - 1093 Views

Civic Dollars Program To Incentivise Using Public Parks – Craig O Reilly looks at this new scheme by Smart D8 to encourage people to use our park Smart D8 has launched a new project that is going to pay people to visit their local park. Well, in a sense… The new pilot project by the health... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Dec 20th, 2021 - 1043 Views

The Opening of Bridgefoot Street Park – Craig O Reilly has the story on the Park opening Bridgefoot Street Park is set to open to the public in late January after a series of delays. The development has seen a lot of progress recently. In particular a bench commemorating Richard  Taplin can... 

by Stephen Davis on Nov 23rd, 2021 - 910 Views

Renovation of St Patrick’s Cathedral and surrounds. Built to honour the patron saint of Ireland the present building dates back to the mid-thirteenth century. It is said to be on the site of St Patrick’s well where tradition has it he baptised converts to Christianity on his visit to Dublin. One... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Nov 18th, 2021 - 1259 Views

Guinness Quarter Development – Craig O Reilly looks at the plans Public consultation has been underway for Diageo’s regeneration of St James’s Gate. For the upcoming Guinness Quarter, Diageo have partnered with Ballymore to create a neighbourhood centered around residential living, entrepreneurship,... 

by Stephen Davis on Nov 5th, 2021 - 1318 Views

Holo-Halloween Dame Street and Smithfield were hosts to a fantastic spooktacular over the weekend. A  holographic light show in Smithfield square and  Barnardo Square were host to the experience. The event was organized by Dublin City Council. The Fountain was there to film the light show.  Read More »

by Craig O'Reilly on Oct 12th, 2021 - 907 Views

Dublin 8 Voted One Of The Best Neighbourhoods – As if you didn’t know already, Craig has more… Timeout has listed Dublin 8 as the fifteenth coolest neighbourhood in the world, topping the list of Irish hangouts (in fact it was the ONLY Irish destination that managed to place on... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Oct 1st, 2021 - 828 Views

Heart of the City Initiative – New health initiative for Dublin 8, Craig has the details… Heart Of The City is a new program for anyone based in Dublin 8 who wants to improve the health of their heart. Many of us at some point in our life will suffer from heart disease, and this new initiative... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Sep 6th, 2021 - 942 Views

Dublin Festival of History Events The Dublin Festival Of History will take place from the 20th of September to the 10th October this year. Currently in its 9th year running, the event focuses on the importance of history in everyday life. It is being organised by Dublin County Council in collaboration... 

by Stephen Davis on Aug 6th, 2021 - 1828 Views

Guinness Storehouse Open for Business The Guinness Storehouse has opened for business again with a new outdoor area and a new cultural experience, Canvas D8. Tables for up to six people can be booked online for the vibrant open air Brewery Yard Bar area via the Guinness Storehouse website Canvas D8... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Aug 3rd, 2021 - 1000 Views

Liberties Fun Run The 13th annual Liberties fun run in aid of St James’ s Hospital is due to take place on the 1st of September. It’s expected that up to 1000 people will take the run through old and historic quarters of the city. The 4 mile race has attracted huge numbers of participants every... 

by Shane Adlum on Jul 8th, 2021 - 2085 Views

Locals Left Shocked as Fire Destroys Youth Club – Shane Adlum reports on a fire that has ravaged a local youth club Residents have been left devastated and sickened by senseless act of vandalism. On Friday night, 2nd of July, the Ring Street youth and community club was the victim of a mindless... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Jul 5th, 2021 - 1100 Views

No Room for The Dead – Craig O Reilly reports on renewed efforts to save the house from one of Joyce’s most famous works Protests have been underway to stop the house featured in James Joyce’s famous story “the dead” from being turned into a hostel. It was originally owned by Joyce’s... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Jun 29th, 2021 - 988 Views

Preparations Continue For Kilmainham Gig – First concert in the Republic since the pandemic began! Despite growing speculation of a slowdown of easing of restrictions, preparations continue in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham for the first pilot concert since the Covid pandemic began in the Republic.... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Jun 28th, 2021 - 1135 Views

Fire in Vicar Street Area There was a fire in the early afternoon in the Vicar Street area today.  It is unconfirmed whether it was the venue itself or a neighbouring building that caught fire, though early images suggest firefighters are working on the Vicar Street venue building.  The fire seems... 

by Stephen Davis on Jun 25th, 2021 - 1444 Views

Five million Euro for restoration of Dublin City Council flats. The Department of Housing and the County Council announced Wednesday that €5 million has been put aside for the restoration of 100 derelict flats before the end of 2021. The flats include ones located at Pearse House, Oliver Bond House... 

by FRG.ie Admin on Jun 18th, 2021 - 1521 Views

Sean “The Sniper” McKeon To Play On The Advanced Junior Tour The Fountain Resource Group wants to wish Sean McKeon the very best of luck this weekend as he heads to Britain to compete in the Advanced Junior Tour. Sean, who plays for Jobstown house darts team in Tallaght, is a local lad to... 

by Shane Adlum on Jun 9th, 2021 - 1219 Views

Dublin’s Digital Hub to Close by June 2022 – Shane Adlum covers the shock closure of a modern Dublin Intuition  The Land Development Agency (LDA) are set to take ownership from the Digital Hub Development Agency (DHDA) and redevelop the site into social and affordable housing. The Hub in the... 

by Craig O'Reilly on Jun 4th, 2021 - 1010 Views

Moore Street Hammerson Plans –  Craig O Reilly reports on the controversial new development plans for Moore Street Hammerson has released its plan for the regeneration of Moore Street. The Plan aims to protect the cultural heritage of the area while creating two new public squares, pedestrian... 

by Stephen Davis on Jun 1st, 2021 - 1187 Views

Twenty Two New Phone Boxes Installed In Dublin – Dublin’s old phone boxes to be repurposed as information kiosks The new ‘Digital Pedestals’ featuring a modern design, touch-sensitive screens and advertising space are being installed by Eir in the capital. A spokesperson for... 

by FRG.ie Admin on May 27th, 2021 - 1394 Views

Well Done Sean McKeon! – Local Youth Wows At Dart Tournament! Fantastic weekend for local darts player aficionado Sean McKeon at the JDC Q School. He has played 10 darts matches, Won 6, and Lost 4 legs for 33 legs against 23, which qualified him for a tour card. Sean has qualified for the...