In Ballymun, locals rally to save Axis café, but the figures look grim
With large losses last year, the Axis centre’s reserves will be gone by the middle of next year, says its voluntary chair Declan Dunne – unless something changes.
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In Ballymun, locals rally to save Axis café, but the figures look grim
With large losses last year, the Axis centre’s reserves will be gone by the middle of next year, says its voluntary chair Declan Dunne – unless something changes.
Council gives no timeline to reopen seven bays it has blocked at a Traveller accommodation site in Ballymun
“I think this is a bit drastic and a bit disproportionate,” says Martin Collins of Pavee Point, who called on the council to reallocate the homes to other families.
Councillors finally get sight of plans to squash carbon emissions in Ballymun and Ringsend
But will funding follow to make possible these ambitions?
In Ballymun, lining up to read and reconnect with the constitution
“Some people have said it's a bit like karaoke.”
In Ballymun, council tenants with maintenance issues are standing up together
“Before I get out of my car outside the house, I get the smell of sewage. When people call over, I have to warn them. It’s embarrassing.”
In Ballymun, is there a problem with the sewage network?
Some residents in the Shangan Avenue area have reported issues, but Irish Water says all is well.
Hundreds of affordable homes held up because of funding woes, says not-for-profit developer
If Ó Cualann got the same deal with the state as commercial developer Batra did recently, it could crack on with building, says its CEO.
Council not happy with proposals for building on old shopping-centre site in heart of Ballymun
“Responses received do not present an optimum solution for the site,” says a council report.
What Happened to the Plan for Paid Parking at Ikea?
When the superstore was first granted planning permission, it came with the condition of paid parking. Now, the council says it’s okay free, and customers say charging would be unfair.
Council Kicks Plan for Revamp of Ballymun Plaza Down the Road
“I’m completely disappointed but I’m not surprised,” says Robert Murphy, who chairs the local TidyTowns. “We’re left waiting on everything.”
Council Promises 6.6 acres in Ballymun for a Community Farm
The Ballymun City Farm group envisions farm animals, a community garden, and a nature trail. But first they need a lease from the council, and funding.
Council Briefs: A Central Ballymun Home for Ballymun Kickhams GAA Club, and More Arts Events in Finglas
These were some of the issues that Dublin city councillors discussed at a recent meeting of their North West Area Committee.