At the Irish Football Programme Club fair, people hunt for the rare and the strange
“It seemed like a good idea at the time,” says Gareth Jones, standing over his own extensive collection, sprawled out over several tables.
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We’re Stuck at Our Desks, Will You Help Us Keep in Touch with What’s Going on Around the City?
Since we’re working from home these days, we’re hoping you can be our eyes and ears in your neighbourhood. If you’re willing, we’d love it if you would take a minute to fill out this little form.
Artist Pat Curran Portrays Memories of Life in Some of Dublin’s Flat Complexes
Curran says his life changed drastically after he and his family moved out of Dolphin House. “I always missed the flats, the sense of community,” he says.
Tenants Seeking Rent Relief Are Getting Mixed Responses From Their Landlords
Some said they were surprised with how sound their landlords had been, agreeing to reductions with no friction and great understanding. Others, though, described trickier negotiations.
Trinity College Promises Student Accommodation Without Bells and Whistles
The new-build student accommodation will be the best value within the college, and among the most affordable in Ireland, says Laura Beston, president of Trinity’s students’ union.
With Many Formal Meetings Cancelled, City Councillors Convene in Other Ways
Dublin City Council has had to cancel or postpone some meetings in light of Covid-19 restrictions, but there are plans to go ahead with the May monthly meeting, albeit with fewer councillors in attendance.
People Who Are Sleeping Rough Are Struggling to Find a Place to Shower
Many of those who sleep rough haven’t had anywhere to wash for weeks, says Louisa Santoro, CEO of the Mendicity Institution. This is in part because some can’t get into accommodation still either, she says.
In Crumlin, a Rumour Spread that a 5G Tower Was in the Works – With No Evidence
Three Ireland has applied for planning permission to build a 19-metre telecommunications mast on Sundrive Road, for “2G voice, 3G and 4G data service provision in the area”.
As Some Debate Whether Allotment Should Reopen, Others Continue to Plant Seeds
Allotments were closed roughly five weeks ago, but there has been ongoing debate around whether it was the right step. Meanwhile, some growers have found stopgaps.
Councillors Throw Around Ideas for Ways to Dampen Illegal Dumping
Councillors and some residents say they’ve noted an uptick in dumped rubbish. Some want bring centres reopened, others more covert operations.
Sam: In Its Episode on Mental Health and Suicide, “The Guards – Inside the K” Made Some Mistakes
“The documentary series took on a tough issue, and did a lot of things right – but it appears in places to have gone against guidelines for reporting on suicide.”
Dean: Irish Music Will Need Support in the Strange New World
“Support Irish musicians in whatever way you can, whether it’s buying their vinyl online, paying for their digital downloads via Bandcamp, or taking part in whatever ventures they’re working on at home to help us get through the crisis.”
Pine, Reviewed
In this book, “elements of the old-fashioned traditional ghost story blend with a modern setting … It has no shortage of imagination and is certainly a work which has plenty of heart,” writes our reviewer.