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  • Irish poets at the ILF this May
    Irish poets at the ILF this May
    20 May 2022 by
    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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Culture

  • Local Writer Launches Second Successful Novel
    Local Writer Launches Second Successful Novel
    Friday 7th of March last saw the launch of Ruth O Leary’s second book, A Week to Remember, to a very enthusiastic gathering of book lovers and literary buffs alike in Eason’s on Stephen’s Green. Comedian Val Troy did the...
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  • 1916 and Ringsend
    1916 and Ringsend
    On Saturday April 12th, the local Ringsend and District Historical Society are celebrating Ringsend’s contribution to the Easter Rising by organising a 1916 detailed walking tour, followed by an exhibition in Ringsend and Irishtown Community Centre, showcasing Seamus...
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  • Easter Event for all the Family
    Easter Event for all the Family
    On Easter Saturday April 19th 2025 get ready for a whimsical wonderland adventure at the Easter Eggscapade, hosted by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and taking place at the picturesque Blackrock Park from 1pm to 5pm. Celebrating Easter...
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Sport

  • Finals Day at Railway Union 2024
    Finals Day at Railway Union 2024
    The Club are looking forward to another great season and new members are very welcome 'to have a go' every Wednesday evening, 6pm, throughout the Summer months. Info at 089 - 275 4335. Images below courtesy Railway Union....
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Food & Wine

  • Minding your Own Self
    Minding your Own Self
    Minding Your Own Self is a new mental health and social benefit podcast on RICC Radio hosted by Helen Walsh, who has a vast experience within this field. With a background in counselling studies in Maynooth University, life coaching and...
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  • Bowe on Bowe 

    Bowe on Bowe 

    When? Wednesday, a day informally known as “Hump Day,” but I assure you dear reader that no humping shall take place on this day. I have journalistic integrity, ethics and, well, just moral decency to protect me. But it will be challenging; Bowe is a man prone to passionate outbursts. ...
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  • Flying High to Save Lives

    Flying High to Save Lives

    The Irish Coast Guard has published a first look of the new livery for its next generation aircraft, to be provided under the new aviation services contract. The new 10-year contract was awarded to Bristow Ireland Limited (BIL) by the Department of Transport in August 2023...
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  • Saving Lives at Sea

    Saving Lives at Sea

    The Irish Underwater Search and Recovery Unit (IUSRU) and the RNLI (Royal National Lifeboat Institution) both received cheques of €10,000 each from the fantastic fundraising event, the All in A Row challenge on the River Liffey in December. A big well done to everyone...
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  • Fundraising at the Bath

    Fundraising at the Bath

    Liam Tilly and members of BADRA with cheque for €16,000 for Harold’s Cross Hospice raised for Mr Tilly’s Christmas Lights in conjunction with the Bath Pub. Winners of the Easter Egg Raffle, also in the Bath Pub, which was another fundraiser for the Hospice. ...
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  • Glee Club Ringsend Cheque Handover

    Glee Club Ringsend Cheque Handover

    The multi talented Liza Caulfied and her Glee Club Ringsend (Glee Club Kids and Glee Club Ladies) raised a huge amount for the partnered charities at the two Christmas concerts back in December in St Matthew's Church in Irishtown. Barnardos and Women’s Aid both received...
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  • Oars for Angels

    Oars for Angels

    St Patrick’s Rowing Club and their rowing friends up and down the East Coast are endeavouring to complete a sponsored relay row starting from Wicklow Rowing Club to their club in Ringsend on Saturday 27th April from 8am. This fundraising event, called Oars for Angels,...
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  • Old Wesley continue winning streak

    Old Wesley continue winning streak

    Old Wesley has visited Naas on many previous occasions and has always faced a tough test. For 60 minutes on Saturday this was also the case, with no more than one score between the teams and the score level on three occasions. But with 20 minutes to go the game turned on its head...
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  • A Sport for All Ages and Abilities on your Doorstep in Dublin 4

    A Sport for All Ages and Abilities on your Doorstep in Dublin 4

    Now that April has arrived, the members at Railway Union Bowling Club, on Park Avenue in Sandymount are eagerly anticipating another enjoyable season. Bowling has already commenced as the players practice their skills on the bowling green for the season ahead. ...
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  • Bill Fallon – Part 2

    Bill Fallon – Part 2

    In February 1934, Bill Fallon moved from Dolphin FC to Notts County. In his two seasons with Dolphin Bill had scored 26 goals, and that great scoring record got him his first notices in the newspapers of his new hometown. The Nottingham Evening Mail hailed him as...
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  • From your Valentine

    From your Valentine

    Ahh February 14th – the most rosemantic day of the year, but what’s the story behind it all? The true history of Saint Valentine is unclear but according to a few sources, long ago in 270 A.D. from February 13th-15th, a feast known as Lupercalia, which was an ancient pagan festival...
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  • The Editor’s Corner – Feb/Mar 2024

    The Editor’s Corner – Feb/Mar 2024

    According to a leading mental health support group anxiety was the most commonly reported issue that arose for people living in Dublin in 2023. There are many contributing factors to this; our health, the levels of violence on our streets, continuing wars in Ukraine and Gaza,...
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  • Yeeah . . . It’s Paddy’s Day

    Yeeah . . . It’s Paddy’s Day

    St Patrick's Day (Lá Fhéile Pádraig) is just around the corner. The annual St Patrick’s Day parade will take place in Dublin, starting at the Parnell monument and continuing down our main thoroughfare with music, floats, dancers, marching bands from all over the world,...
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  • Enter the World of the Imagination

    Enter the World of the Imagination

    For all you chocolate lovers out there, the Butlers Chocolate Factory Tour is the place for you. Embark on a journey of chocolate tasting, facts about Irish chocolate history and get to design your very own chocolate! If you're looking for something fun to do with the family or friends, ...
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  • What to do if Someone is having Seizure #EpilepsyDay 2024

    What to do if Someone is having Seizure #EpilepsyDay 2024

    In advance of International Epilepsy Day on the 12th of February, Epilepsy Ireland, the national patient organisation supporting people living with the condition, have appealed to local people across Dublin to learn about Seizure First Aid....
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  • Exciting times ahead at Sandymount Community Centre 

    Exciting times ahead at Sandymount Community Centre 

    The Sandymount Community Centre (SCC) is buzzing with a wide range of activities these days – there is something there for everyone in our community and all are welcome! Please do drop in! Formerly known as the Iris Charles Centre...
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