Archive for April 2024

Information notice: Codling Wind Park

Information notice: Codling Wind Park

Codling Wind Park is hosting a Public Information Sharing event on May 1st in Sandymount Community Centre. We are inviting people/groups from the community along to view our virtual reality experience and to learn more about the project and Community Benefit Fund.

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This is Poolbeg

This is Poolbeg

We should all be familiar with the iconic, classic red Poolbeg Lighthouse at the mouth of the River Liffey and located on the Great South Wall (because the walk is a trek and a half!~approx 11km) But it is a beloved landmark in our area of Ringsend, Irishtown and Sandymount that dates back to 1767 and still remains

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The Editor’s Corner – Apr/May 2024

The Editor's Corner – Apr/May 2024

In a world dominated by mobile phones and video games, encouraging young people to read and develop a love of books has probably never been more important. The reading habit needs to be instilled at a young age. In a new initiative to help boost child literacy, Enterprise Mobility and Children’s Books

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Northumberland Dental Care Unveils New Addition: Prosthodontics by Dr Maurice Fitzgerald

Northumberland Dental Care Unveils New Addition: Prosthodontics by Dr Maurice Fitzgerald

Northumberland Dental Care, located in the heart of Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, is delighted to announce the launch of their prosthodontic service led by Dr Maurice Fitzgerald. Dr Fitzgerald, a distinguished Prosthodontist with over 20 years of experience, brings his expertise

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New Partnership with the Leisure Experts boosts Swimming Lesson provision at SPORTSCO Swim Academy

New Partnership with the Leisure Experts boosts Swimming Lesson provision at SPORTSCO Swim Academy

Since February 19th SPORTSCO Swim Academy has transitioned its management and operations of the Swimming Lesson programme to The Leisure Experts (TLE), a leading provider of leisure management solutions across Ireland, UK and Europe. This transition represents a significant milestone

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The Accidental Writer who may be the next Big Thing . . .

The Accidental Writer who may be the next Big Thing . . .

We are experiencing something of a renaissance of Irish female writers at the moment. New talent such as Catherine Prasifka, Emilie Pine, Evie Gaughan, and Louise Nealon (reviewed in last issue), are exploding on the scene. And now a new name – Ruth O’Leary – can be added to that star-studded list.

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Get ready for the 2024 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon!

Get ready for the 2024 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon!

A group of inspiring women came together in Dublin to officially launch the 2024 Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon. The 10km event, now in its 42nd year, will take place on Sunday June 2nd at 12:30pm. Over 20,000 women are expected to participate this year and the event is open to all those who wish to walk, jog or run

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EcoKidz: How Children are Changing our World

EcoKidz: How Children are Changing our World

What exactly are EcoKidz? It’s very much the brainchild of Mary Coyne and began here in Sandymount. Mary told NewsFour: “We are four preschool and after schools in Dublin 2 and Dublin 4. We wanted to focus on caring for our planet and we encourage our children to recycle and reduce energy costs

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Fashion Pressure just got Flipped!

Fashion Pressure just got Flipped!

The Sandymount Park teenagers were among 47 teams from secondary schools in Leinster, who spoke out on a host of topical issues, including homelessness, inclusion, gender equality, the “pink tax”, sustainability and fast fashion. The students from Sandymount Park presented their Flip Fast Fashion project

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Sandymount Hotel – summer 2024

Sandymount Hotel - summer 2024

Host your next unforgettable Summer BBQ event at Sandymount Hotel! Looking for the perfect venue in Dublin to make your party unforgettable with loved ones? Look no further than Sandymount Hotel! Located in the heart of Dublin 4, our premier hotel offers a beautiful garden with a seated terrace,

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