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Time to rename Herzog Park, and name a park after Terence Wheelock, councillors decide
It’s unclear still what the park in Rathgar might be renamed to. Or when Diamond Park would be renamed for Wheelock.
Council drops plans for art studios at Meeting House Square – but has an alternative
The old Eden Restaurant, in the heart of Temple Bar, had been earmarked for renovation and a new cultural use but it would be too expensive, a councillor.
Luke: New film shot in Fingal set for release in cinemas
“Sunphlowers is not exactly a ‘geezer pleaser’ but it does have something in common with the more easygoing, old dog, new tricks, feel of those films.”
Dean: The classic hiss of Ireland’s first ever Pavement covers album
“I feel confident in declaring this to be the first local release to use such a concept.”
Councillors push for better maintenance of Fingal’s footpaths
One suggestion, to start with an audit, was shot down fast by a council official. There aren’t resources for that, she said.
Developer Ballymore says it had meetings with ministers, council about its vision for Sheriff Street. They're not on the lobbying register.
“For nearly a decade, conversations about the possible demolition of people’s homes have gone on in the background,” says Social Democrats Councillor Daniel Ennis.
Some homeless hostels are operating with just one staff member on duty
“That is madness,” says Louisa Santoro, CEO of the Mendicity Institution. “A single person is not a sufficient level of staff to run any homeless service.”
In Merrion Square Park, an open invite to build human towers
The number of teams building human towers – or castells – in Catalonia has soared to 100 in recent decades. Now, Dublin has its own group.
In Darndale Park, people fish for carp and pike – but an invasive weed threatens the balance
When people see photos of the impressive specimen caught, they can’t believe it was in Darndale pond, says local Alan Kennedy.
Council to kick off consultation on masterplan with sports pitch at Marrowbone Lane
The depot site has been the subject of an ongoing campaign by councillors and community groups.
With new housing developments across the city, come debate over levels of parking they should have
From Ballymun to Drimnagh, plans meet with the same refrain.
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