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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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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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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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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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Ballsbridge Artist Wins at AIB Young Portrait Prize 2024

Ballsbridge Artist Wins at AIB Young Portrait Prize 2024

Congratulations to Zihan He! The fifteen-year-old artist from Ballsbridge was announced as the winner of the AIB Young Portrait Prize 2024 (in the category for ages 12-15) at a prize-giving ceremony in the National Gallery of Ireland last November for her spectacular portrait of her mother.

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Google Community News Update

Google Community News Update

On January 23, a celebratory event was held in the Foundry, Google Ireland to honour the 12 women who successfully completed the Google Community Inspiring Women Leadership six week course. The event was well-attended,

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Dublin Waste to Energy Community Gain Projects Grant Scheme 2025

Dublin Waste to Energy Community Gain Projects Grant Scheme 2025

The Dublin Waste to Energy Community Gain Projects Grant Scheme 2025 will be open for applications from the 3rd February 2025 to the 14th March 2025 inclusive. The amount of grant funding available is based on an annual contribution by Dublin Waste to Energy Limited and on this occasion a total amount of €1 million will be available

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This March St Patrick’s Festival returns to our Streets

This March St Patrick’s Festival returns to our Streets

St Patrick’s Festival is Ireland’s official celebration of our national holiday, St Patrick’s Day. Its origins lie in honoring Ireland’s patron saint, St Patrick. Initially, it was a solemn commemorative feast day dedicated to paying tribute to the saint, but over the years

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