Why don't councillors talk as much about homelessness at meetings anymore?
For years, homelessness was a standing item on the agenda at most housing committee meetings. But, recently it hasn’t featured as often.
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In a Derelict Inchicore Warehouse, an Experiment with Cinema
Open Night Cinema isn’t like Jurassic World at the Omniplex. There are 360-degree screens, actors and people playing projectors like DJs play turntables.
The Mark and the Void by Paul Murray, Reviewed
I sat down to read The Mark and the Void with evil glee, twirling my writerly moustache with one hand and my blue pencil with the other. I had the first paragraph worked out before I’d even read the book.
Frank: The Seagull Plague
Personally, if I had a gun, I’d shoot the lot of them and restore the lake to the placid ducks, swans and water hens
Brushing Up: Les Parapluies by Auguste Renoir
Every six years, Les Parapluies by Auguste Renoir is traded between Dublin and London. Why? It all dates back to 1915, and the sinking of the Lusitania.
The Iveagh Markets: Dublin’s Next Temple Bar?
Martin Keane’s plan to revive the shuttered Iveagh Markets promises to bring new businesses and customers to the Liberties – and perhaps gentrification.
Councillors: Gardai Lack Resources to Respond to Crimes
It’s a rare cross-party consensus: councillors say it’s often taking Garda too long to respond.
Is It Time to Tear Down Trinity’s Walls?
Walled or fenced “super blocks” like Trinity College, Dublin Castle and Leinster House are obstacles to pedestrians and cyclists trying to get around the city.
Council Debates How to Build Housing on Vacant Lands
Dublin City Council is set to discuss options today for working with private players to build homes on several council-owned plots. Councillors are wary of public-private partnerships and intent on construction of social and affordable housing.
From Brazil, Golden-Brown “Pastels”
Daniel Campos came to Ireland five years ago, and has opened what’s being touted as the first pasteleria in Dublin, serving sweet and savoury stuffed Brazilian pastries.
With Cycling Officer, Dublin Cyclists Are Set To Get An Advocate
After a hiatus of a few years, the city has brought back the post of cycling officer. It’s a good time for it.
A Boy in Ballyfermot, a Celebrity Priest in Ghana
Father Andrew Campbell grew up in Dublin and then went to Ghana to serve. Now he’s listed among the 100 most influential Ghanaians, and calls Accra home.
In Drumcondra, Dublin’s Doughnuts Are Being Reinvented
The Dublin Doughnut Company offers tens of flavours from Strawberry Eton Mess to Salted Caramel. We’re a long way from pink icing and jam.