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  • Irish poets at the ILF this May
    Irish poets at the ILF this May
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    Introductions | Céadlínte: A showcase of poets representing the electrifying future of Irish poetry, with special musical guests From May 24th to May 26th, Introductions| Ceadlinte will have fifteen of the most exciting new poets in the English and Irish language performing […]...
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  • Dockers
    Dockers
    We should all be familiar with “The Dockers”, the working class grafters who were historically employed in the docks and the shipping industry in Dublin in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the majority of them came from Dockland...
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Culture

  • Dockers
    Dockers
    We should all be familiar with “The Dockers”, the working class grafters who were historically employed in the docks and the shipping industry in Dublin in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the majority of them came from Dockland...
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Memory Lane

  • The Blades are Back in Town
    The Blades are Back in Town
    Back in November, the CYWMS hall was replicated into a lively, energetic, teenage disco to commemorate local band, The Blades when they played the CY in 1977. This night was to reflect on the band's journey from 1977-1981 with...
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Events

  • Pop-up Online Bookclub
    Pop-up Online Bookclub
    Ireland Reads Day Venue: Pearse Street Library Date: Monday 24th February 2025 Time: 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM Celebrate Ireland Reads Day with our special pop-up online book club! For those of you who can't get to...
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  • Upcoming Lunchtime Talks in Pembroke Library
    Upcoming Lunchtime Talks in Pembroke Library
    We are delighted to share details of our upcoming lunchtime talks in Pembroke Library. These take place at 1pm. Please note, booking is required and is made directly with Pembroke Library: pembrokelibrary@dublincity.ie / (01) 222...
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Sport

  • Welcome to the Railway Dome
    Welcome to the Railway Dome
    Railway Union in Sandymount is about to open a brand new indoor training facility to be known as the Railway Dome. This purpose built facility is designed primarily as a cricket training ground, with the potential to open it out...
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  • Dockers

    Dockers

    We should all be familiar with “The Dockers”, the working class grafters who were historically employed in the docks and the shipping industry in Dublin in the 19th and early 20th centuries, and the majority of them came from Dockland communities particularly around areas of Ringsend, Pearse Street,...
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  • Ballsbridge Lions Club Spreads Christmas Cheer with Annual Dinner for Seniors

    Ballsbridge Lions Club Spreads Christmas Cheer with Annual Dinner for Seniors

    On December 16th last, the Ballsbridge Lions Club hosted its annual Christmas Dinner at the Lansdowne Hotel, welcoming over 80 local elderly residents from Ringsend, Sandymount and Ballsbridge for a day filled with warmth, companionship, and festive joy. ...
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  • The Editor's Corner – Feb/Mar 2025

    The Editor’s Corner – Feb/Mar 2025

    Now that the country has a new government one of the first things they should give serious consideration to is introducing a Universal Basic Income (UBI). What this means is that everyone would be paid a standard non-means-tested income sufficient to live on, ...
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  • Seals in Dublin Bay Thriving Amidst Major Port Developments

    Seals in Dublin Bay Thriving Amidst Major Port Developments

    Seals are an integral part of Dublin Bay’s marine biodiversity, frequently observed along the coast from Sandycove to Bull Island and even within the Dublin Port area. Despite large-scale marine construction works currently underway as part of the second phase of Dublin Port’s Masterplan...
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  • The Blades are Back in Town

    The Blades are Back in Town

    Back in November, the CYWMS hall was replicated into a lively, energetic, teenage disco to commemorate local band, The Blades when they played the CY in 1977. This night was to reflect on the band's journey from 1977-1981 with a proper old school night in celebration of their first gig...
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  • Ethical Food Shopping: Processed Tomatoes and alleged forced Labour

    Ethical Food Shopping: Processed Tomatoes and alleged forced Labour

    When you sit down to spaghetti bolognese in Dublin 4 do you ever look at the ingredients on your plate and wonder where they are from. You might expect the pasta and tomatoes to be of Italian origin, yet, this may not be the case. The tomato trade in China, for instance, is big business....
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  • V is for Vodka...Valentine’s

    V is for Vodka…Valentine’s

    Apparently the key to the heart is laughter and with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, why not use that reason to write the cheesiest, funniest chat up lines in your Valentine’s card for your significant other, husband, wife, boyfriend, girlfriend, a secret crush or a new partner...
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  • The Lacey Report – January 2025

    The Lacey Report – January 2025

    Well here we go – another year and Yes another “The Lacey Report”. I have found this a useful way to communicate my work as your Councillor. However if any of you have any ideas as to how I could improve the style or content please let me know ...
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  • The Solway Lass

    The Solway Lass

    On Thursday, March 11th, 1937, a severe storm, one of the fiercest experienced for many years, swept across Ireland. Heavy snowfalls were reported from all parts of the country, leaving in its wake a trail of desolation and ruin. Traffic was paralysed and widespread power cuts were experienced...
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  • Pop-up Online Bookclub

    Pop-up Online Bookclub

    Ireland Reads Day Venue: Pearse Street Library Date: Monday 24th February 2025 Time: 6:45 PM to 7:45 PM Celebrate Ireland Reads Day with our special pop-up online book club! For those of you who can't get to our regular book clubs in Pearse Street Library, ...
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  • Upcoming Lunchtime Talks in Pembroke Library

    Upcoming Lunchtime Talks in Pembroke Library

    We are delighted to share details of our upcoming lunchtime talks in Pembroke Library. These take place at 1pm. Please note, booking is required and is made directly with Pembroke Library: pembrokelibrary@dublincity.ie / (01) 222 8450 Wednesday 12th February: ...
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  • Donnybrook Historical: A look at the life of Donnybrook resident Sir Ralph Sillery Benson (1851–1920)

    Donnybrook Historical: A look at the life of Donnybrook resident Sir Ralph Sillery Benson (1851–1920)

    Ralph Sillery Benson, was a son of the distinguished Dr Charles Benson, president of the Royal College of Surgeons. He received his early education at Rathmines School and afterwards Trinity College, graduating with an MA and LL.B. He took a test for the Indian Civil Service of the British raj...
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  • Happy New Year from Slattery’s of Beggar’s Bush!

    Happy New Year from Slattery’s of Beggar’s Bush!

    All of the team at Slattery’s of Beggar’s Bush would like to wish our patrons a very Happy New Year! We are looking forward to spending 2025 much like we did 2024; serving you with a smile, broadcasting the best of sports on our multiple HD televisions, and providing the best in food and drink for you to enjoy....
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  • Do you have the Witch Sight?

    Do you have the Witch Sight?

    Witch Sight is set in the dark heart of contemporary Dublin. The book is a dark fantasy drawing together the myths and supernatural inheritances of the Celtic nations, which are still alive in this modern metropolis. The universe of Witch Sight is based on our Borderland Mythology....
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  • Trad night at Sandymount CC

    Trad night at Sandymount CC

    Ceol Cois Trá, the first of a series of traditional music concerts, was held in Sandymount Community Centre back in late November to a packed audience. A mix of seasoned music lovers, newcomers, and young kids were all in attendance, eager to enjoy this lively gathering, ...
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