A former Ringsend native was brought home to his final resting place this month. A remembrance mass was held for James Anthony “Tony” Byrne in St Patrick’s Church the Saturday evening of August 9th. Tony passed away on Saturday, November […]
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Most of us have conflicting memories of our debs’ night. Some of us remember it as a magical evening full of glamour, prestige and socialising. However, there are those of us who are unable to bypass the psychological trauma of […]
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Every second Sunday of the month, Christchurch Hall at Sandymount Green plays host to the Sandymount Market, where you are invited to sample the best of local food, art and fashion. The market has been going for about four years […]
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Like many people who grew up living near the Grand Canal, I and many of my friends spent numerous sunny afternoons swimming in it. Although our parents would have discouraged or just plain banned us from doing so, we would […]
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A local Dublin 4 hotel has recently been awarded an Eco-label Certificate from the Green Hospitality Programme in recognition of its eco-friendly approach in hospitality. Sandymount Hotel, located within walking distance of the Aviva Stadium, joined the Green Hospitality Programme […]
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Ballsbridge residents and people on the move around D4 will be familiar with the Mind Body and Spirit exposition held in the RDS once or twice in the calendar year, and if you’re an enthusiast for holistic pursuits, then you […]
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June 19th sadly saw the passing of Maureen Barry, a local treasure and someone who never stopped caring and giving right to the end. Most everyone in Ringsend would have known or recognised her, and even if they didn’t, she […]
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August 30th saw the return of CoderDojo to Star of the Sea Parish Hall in Sandymount. D4 CoderDojo is a joint initiative, which sees UPC partner up with CoderDojo in providing assistance to children as young as six in learning […]
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Ringsend’s traditional links with the sea were brought to life recently with the opening of an exhibition in Pearse Street Library of 70 Ringsend men who served in the Merchant Navy from 1918–1921. It was kindly organised by David Snook […]
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In what is reflective of the 17-year process, the controversy regarding the Poolbeg Incinerator continued recently. On Friday 19th September, without notifying Dublin City councillors, the DCC Chief Executive, Owen Keegan, signed the 45-year binding contract with the other Dublin […]
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