The long-stalled Sandymount cycleway has been granted approval to proceed following a pivotal Court of Appeal ruling. However, how Dublin City Council plans to act on the judgement remains unclear. The High Court had originally ruled in favour of a local resident, Peter Carvill of the Serpentine Avenue,
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In 2002 a report by Barry and Partners noted that a flood warning system should be installed linking gages in the Dodder catchment and water level records in the river to a central control system. This contributed to the development of two tidal flood forecasting and warning systems
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To mark the anniversary of the writer’s death, let’s take a look at Brendan Behan’s life in Dublin 4.
In the words of the legendary Irish writer, “My one ambition is to live as long as I can”. It was an ambition thwarted by his premature death at the age of only 41 on 20th March 1964
DCC launched its 8th annual Team Dublin Clean-Up in April, which encouraged communities, businesses, and environmental groups to come out in force and support the event by taking part and doing a quick litter pick up around the premises or streets
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A large congregation crowded into the Anglican Church of St John the Evangelist in Sandymount on Palm Sunday, 13th April, to mark the 175th anniversary of the opening of the church on Palm Sunday 1850. The Archbishop of Dublin, the Most Revd Dr. Michael Jackson, presided,
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“We’re incredibly proud to continue the legacy my grandparents began back in 1955”, Gerard Loughran, co-owner of Dublin’s longest-running family owned hotel. The Sandymount Hotel, a beloved landmark in leafy Dublin 4, celebrated 70 years of continuous family ownership and hospitality last May
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In the core of our active community where neighbours look out for one another and shared values run deep, one man stands out for his unwavering dedication to making a difference and has made it his mission to support those in their most vulnerable moments. Liam Tilly, a very long time resident and tireless fundraiser
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This has been a really active few months with several meetings of the City Council, two meetings of the Area Committee and lots of local community and residents meetings/ events. I like it that way though – meeting and engaging with local people is what makes this job most interesting.
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Nestled within our thriving communities, the Morton Academy School of Irish Dancing offers a unique and vibrant opportunity for the young to connect with Ireland’s rich cultural heritage through the art of dance. Founded by the passionate and experienced dance teacher, Joan Redmond
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Getting tired of park runs? Ready to take your running to the next level? Then it might be time for a real challenge. Register now for the Docklands 5k, happening Thursday, July 10th, and experience a race along Dublin’s stunning waterfront.
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