Archive for April 2025

Empowered Women Empower the World!

Empowered Women Empower the World!

International Women’s Day is celebrated globally on March 8th to honour the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. A variety of local events were planned throughout the week, which included a breakfast celebration in the Greenore Centre,

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Peeling Back the Pages – 2005

Peeling Back the Pages – 2005

Compiled by Louise Whelan

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Brushing Life into Local History

Brushing Life into Local History

If you happened to see the new stunning artwork on the planters on South Lotts road, it’s all thanks to a project between some members of the Shelbourne Park Residents Association, artist John O’Flynn, and sponsored by Capital Credit Union in Bath Avenue. John created and transformed an ordinary space

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Tony Byrne Plaque

Tony Byrne Plaque

Plaque unveiling in George Reynolds flats, Irishtown to the memory of Tony Byrne. Tony, who had a great community spirit, got the flagpole up and developed all of the gardening areas. A wonderful friend and neighbour who is sadly missed.
Photos: Fr Ivan Tonge

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Remembering Michael Donnelly (1938-2024)

Remembering Michael Donnelly (1938-2024)

Michael Donnelly first became a public representative for Fianna Fáil in 1977 when he was elected to Seanad Éireann on which he served until 1981. He served as a Dublin City Councillor for Dublin South East 1982-2009, during which he was Lord Mayor of Dublin, 1990-1991.

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A Life of Selfless Service

A Life of Selfless Service

Deepest condolences to the wife, family and friends of Gerry Quinn who passed away in March. Originally from Fairymount in Roscommon, Gerry spent most of his life in Donnybrook, and served faithfully for over 30 years as a Garda in Donnybrook station. He was well known and loved in the area.

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Leadership Win for Muckross Student

Leadership Win for Muckross Student

Muckross Park College TY student Naomi Ní Dhuibhir was among 20 other students to be presented with a Rotary Youth Leadership Development certificate at the new Europe House in Dublin recently. The competition, which Rotary Ireland has been running for over 30 years,

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Opportunity for Young Jobseekers

Opportunity for Young Jobseekers

19 to 24-year-old Jobseeker’s Allowance recipients eligible for an increase in social welfare payment with Tús employment The Dublin South City Partnership Tús Programme is now open to 19 to 24-year-old Jobseeker Allowance (JA) recipients for its community work placement scheme.

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Calling all Local Voices: Show us Your Talent for Bloomsday

Calling all Local Voices: Show us Your Talent for Bloomsday

Ringsend and District Historical Society will hold its Bloomsday festival from 12th – 16th June. A full programme of events will soon be announced but the opening event is the writers event which once again will be a competition open to both adults and children with voucher prizes of €200, €100, and €75

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April / May 2025

April / May 2025

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