Units from Dublin Fire Brigade are dealing with a large warehouse fire on Richmond Road in Drumcondra this afternoon.  5 pumps, 2 aerials, foam & command unit at a warehouse #fire Richmond Rd #Drumcondra. Residents, close windows as a precaution #Dublin pic.twitter.com/cYZinTh7Gz — Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) October 29, 2017 Residents are being urged to […]

9 years ago

The Dublin Marathon brought thousands of athletes and spectators to the streets of the capital from early this morning and judging by these pictures the weather held off for the occasion.  Don’t forget that we’re live streaming the SSE Airtricity #DublinMarathon from 8:30am-5pm via our YouTube Channel ???????? https://t.co/QsxxwF4nl2 pic.twitter.com/yAUhd0Ahxl — KBC Dublin Marathon (@dublinmarathon) […]

9 years ago

Like Father Ted, it’s not easy to go a day in Ireland without someone referencing a classic line from The Simpsons. Cuala hurler Shane Stapleton, originally from Tipperary, pulled out a cracker when interviewed for Eir Sport after his side clinched the Dublin Senior Hurling Championship against local rivals Kilmacud Crokes yesterday. Springfield v Shelbyville is a […]

9 years ago

Around 20,000 people are putting us all to shame by running the 2017 Dublin Marathon this morning.  For the rest of us, the Marathon’s official YouTube account is streaming all the action so you keep up with all the hardy souls from the comfort of your sofa.  Check it out here.   READ NEXT: Some Prankster Is […]

9 years ago

Owning your own shopping trolley is mostly associated with little old ladies which makes this prank all the more cruel. But still a bit gas. Someone in Dublin 8 has put a sign up warning trolley owners that they will soon require a licence for being in possession of the handy four-wheeled items.  Spotted on […]

9 years ago

Given the weather out there, the October Bank Holiday is by far the best of all the Bank Holidays to stay in and watch the telly.  Assuming you’ve already finished Stranger Things 2 on Netflix, you’ll be looking for a decent film to watch and TG4 is delivering this Saturday night.  Killing Bono is based on the autobiography […]

9 years ago

The humble toastie has been a staple of the Irish diet for generations so it’s about time it got the credit it deserves.  The Harbour Bar in Bray is doing just that next month by hosting Ireland’s first ever Toastie Festival. In a post on its Facebook page, the popular seaside haunt invites toastie lovers […]

9 years ago

With Dublin having won five of the last seven All-Ireland Football titles, it seems like everyone who’s anyone in the capital has got their picture taken with the coveted Sam Maguire trophy at one point or another.   If you haven’t, or if you fancy a few more for the mantlepiece, get yourself to The Carpenter […]

9 years ago

Thousands of athletes from all corners of the globe are currently putting in their final preparations for tomorrow’s 2017 Dublin Marathon but even if you’re not taking part you might want to read on. There’s set to be a huge impact on traffic in the capital tomorrow to facilitate the event so if you’re planning […]

9 years ago

Not nice to see.  Dublin Fire Brigade have shared images on Twitter after one of their engines came under attack while approaching a bonfire last night.  Unfortunately one of our fire engines came under attack whilst approaching a bonfire in the East Wall area. Fortunately no injuries 1/2 pic.twitter.com/IzcH0f5FT8 — Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) October […]

9 years ago

A 23-year-old man has been killed after he was shot overnight in Dublin. The incident occurred at around 2.20am on Moatview Avenue in Coolock.  Gardaí have sealed the area off and the man’s body remains at the scene. They say that no further information is available at this time.  Witnesses or anyone with information are […]

9 years ago

Republic Of Ireland football fans have always had reputation for being a friendly bunch to say the least. We don’t qualify for major tournaments very often but when we do we travel with a spring in our step and a song in our hearts and this was never more evident than during Euro 2016 in […]

9 years ago

Users of Dublin Bikes will interested to know that a number of stations will be out of action throughout this Bank Holiday weekend.  This is in order to facilitate the 2017 Dublin Marathon which will also see a number of roads closed around the city.  The following bike stations will be closed at various times […]

9 years ago

Got a gin-lover in your life? This is the perfect gift for them. 57 The Headline on Clanbrassil Street is selling these delightful hampers which contain a bottle of gin along with four bottles of premium tonic, garnishes of pink & black peppercorn and juniper as well as two large gin glasses. All that’s missing is the […]

9 years ago

Cat owners of Dublin are being warned that there has been a spate of catnappings recently. The trend appears to have originated in Newry and Belfast but a number of cases have been confirmed in the Dublin area in recent days.  Newry-based pet shop Pet Connection have created this handy map which tells users when […]

9 years ago

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after a woman died following a suspected domestic dispute on Gardiner Street in Dublin. According to Independent.ie, a man was hospitalised after the incident which is reported to have occurred at around 11.30pm last night. Gardaí have sealed off the scene as examinations of the property take place. It […]

9 years ago

Dublin Bus has advised passengers that a number of routes have been affected this morning following a traffic incident.  Swords Road is closed in both directions as Gardaí deal with the incident which they say has left a pedestrian seriously injured.  Routes 1,13,16,33,441, and 44 have been diverted to use Home Farm Road, Mobhi Road, […]

9 years ago

Not many comedy characters can stand the test of time as well as Norfolk’s favourite radio presenter Alan Partidge.  The appeal of the socially inept DJ and TV presenter has spanned the generations, so much so that the young folks of today are still cracking up at his infamous faux-pas.  This Thursday, Dublin fans of […]

9 years ago

Finglas Garda Station was evacuated this afternoon after a member of the public arrived with a suspicious device found near his home. Shortly after 3pm, Gardaí evacuated the building and put a cordon around the station. The army bomb disposal team have been requested to attend the scene and local traffic diversions are in place.  The […]

9 years ago

After being locked up in an Egyptian prison for the past four years, Ibrahim Halawa has now officially landed on Irish soil. Crowds of supporters gathered at Dublin Airport early to welcome Ibrahim home… Large media presence @DublinAirport for the return of #IbrahimHalawa. pic.twitter.com/70dQ8Sf3zf — Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) October 24, 2017 Friends and people who’ve […]

9 years ago

For anyone born from the mid-90s onwards, it may come as a surprise to learn just how massive Blur were back in the day.  After bursting on the scene in 1991 with their debut album Leisure the band went on to lead the Britpop movement over the coming years with a string of internationally renowned hits such […]

9 years ago

Last week, Dubliners by the name of Deirdre or Dermot were spoiled as they were able to avail of a free lunch at The Back Page in Phibsboro. This week, it’s the turn of Eamons and Eimears to nab a free breakfast, brunch or lunch between 10am and 3.30pm Monday to Friday.  Be sure to […]

9 years ago

Halloween may be a week away but it appears Dublin Fire Brigade are already busy in the build-up to the big day.  Last night, they shared a number of images on Twitter depicting piles of tyres being burned, wood being stockpiled for bonfires, and even a fire at a graveyard in Inchicore.  Last night A […]

9 years ago

Halloween hasn’t even passed yet but it won’t be long before you start getting those “what are we doing for New Years?” texts from your mates. That’s if you haven’t already.  Sometimes making plans for December 31 can be a bit of a grind and when all’s said and done it’s often a bit of […]

9 years ago

Since this morning, Gardaí have been searching for an armed man who is believed to have been involved in a number of incidents in Tallaght this morning. After a city-wide search, a man was arrested at Citywest this afternoon after being chased by a number of Gardaí on foot. Witnesses have taken to social media […]

9 years ago

Stephen King’s It is one of the most-talked about and terrifying movies of 2017 so it’s inevitable that there’ll be a lot references to it in the build-up to Halloween.  The Harbour Bar in Bray have produced a recreation of some of the scariest scenes in the film and it’s pretty spot on. Directed by David […]

9 years ago

This is a lot more serious than the time Mr. Benson’s whistle went missing.  He may only have played rebellious priest Damo Lennon for a solitary episode of Father Ted but the role has guaranteed actor Joe Rooney a permanent place in Irish pop folklore.  Lines like “good, I don’t want any stupih’ tea”, “it’s only a […]

9 years ago

If you’re not making the trip to Copenhagen to support the Boys In Green on November 11 then we’ve found the perfect alternative.  Hangar in Andrew’s Lane are going to equip their Warehouse room with a 20 foot screen as DJs blare out some of our favourite Irish anthems before and after Ireland go toe-to-toe […]

9 years ago

SIPTU and NBRU members at Iarnród Éireann have voted in favour of industrial action throughout November and December after unions and management failed to reach an agreement on pay.  A total of five dates have been confirmed. Irish Rail workers will engage in 24 hour strikes on the following dates: November 1 November 7  November 14  […]

9 years ago

American synth rockers Future Islands have confirmed a summer gig in Dublin for 2018.  Aiken Promotions confirmed this morning that the North Carolina lads will perform at Donnybrook Stadium on Sunday June 17.  Following their spellbinding sold-out summer show at Iveagh Gardens, @futureislands announce their return to the city on 17th June 2018 pic.twitter.com/gSK5ZZaJfc — […]

9 years ago

Danish fashion chain Vila is opening a brand new store in Dublin’s Jervis Centre.  The chain already operates in the Pavillions Shopping Centre in Swords in the Liffey Valley Shopping Centre and it’s set to open its first city centre branch on Thursday November 2. The grand opening will take place at 11am.  Vila describes […]

9 years ago

The Dublin Legends, an offshoot of Irish music legends The Dubliners, have confirmed via their Facebook page that leading member and guitar player Eamonn Campbell has passed away aged 70.  Campbell, who was originally from Drogheda, worked with the Dubliners from the mid-’80s and played a major part in their exposure to audiences in the […]

9 years ago

Bill Clinton has been hanging around Ireland the past couple of days and even took a stroll around Dublin at the height of Storm Ophelia on Monday.  The former U.S. President was in town to receive an honorary doctorate at DCU for his contribution to peace and reconciliation on the island of Ireland and was […]

9 years ago

After a couple of days out of action because of Ophelia, the Luas is back on the streets of Dublin this morning.  Yesterday, it was announced that the service wouldn’t be operating until today but at around 9pm last night, Luas released a statement indicating that both the red and green lines had already made […]

9 years ago

There’s cause for a double celebration at Lin Kee in Swords this evening as the popular takeaway took home two gongs at the 4th Annual Just Eat National Takeaway Awards.  The Northside Chinese was awarded the coveted Best Spice Bag in Ireland beating off stiff competition from Foo Lok in Blanchardstown, Saba To Go in […]

9 years ago

It’s been mere hours since Ireland were drawn against Denmark in the World Cup Play-off and the slagging has already begun.  Dublin Airport has called out its Copenhagen counterpart on Twitter with a less than subtle nod to the Viking Invasion of Ireland of years gone by.  The Danish capital is set for an invasion […]

9 years ago

No matter how many warnings we hear, there’s always some each eejits who take everything as a challenge. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has reported that some people have been spotted swimming at Seapoint despite the fact winds have already noticeably picked up before Ophelia lands in Dublin around 1pm. Report of people swimming at Seapoint. […]

9 years ago

Anyone who was relying on a takeaway to get them through Ophelia might want to think again.  Deliveroo has confirmed on Twitter that it will not be operating today anywhere in Ireland with the safety of its riders in mind.  With the safety of our riders in mind, we have decided to close all operations […]

9 years ago

Dublin Airport has released a statement this morning confirming that up to 130 flights have been cancelled for this evening.  Released at 9.14am, the message reads: We’re currently operating normally, but about 130 flights have been cancelled this PM due to storm #Ophelia https://t.co/kjNLf95ljw — Dublin Airport (@DublinAirport) October 16, 2017 The full statement can […]

9 years ago

Dublin Bus has confirmed this morning that all services will be withdrawn from 10am due to Hurricane Ophelia. Last night, the company said that updates may take place this morning and at 8.45am it tweeted that they hope to get services up and running again at 7pm. #DBSvcUpdate #Ophelia – Dublin Bus services to be […]

9 years ago

Dubliners are being urged to stay indoors throughout the day as Ex Hurricane Ophelia lands on our shores at 1pm. While it may seem calm out there right now, people are being advised to stay at home and not use the roads this morning even though Ophelia won’t hit the capital until this afternoon. Conor […]

9 years ago

Does this mean we can start listening to Christmas tunes? Dublin At Christmas has confirmed via its Facebook page that the Christmas lights will be switched on in the capital on… (drumroll please…) Sunday November 19! Sounds feckin’ magical. Will you be there? (header pic via Dublin At Christmas On Facebook) READ NEXT: Hurrah – Dublin […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade had a busy evening yesterday with a few incidents taking place. Firstly, they dealt with a road collision in Kimmage at around 6pm. Jct of Sundrive Rd & Stannaway Rd blocked as we deal with a RTC. @DubCityCouncil road cleaning on way #Dublin #fire #traffic @DCCTraffic pic.twitter.com/P7IXmi67bU — Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) […]

9 years ago

We’re gonna need a bigger boat. There’s no sign of Steven Spielberg but Jaws does make an appearance in this fascinating video which was shared online by Kerri-Ann Boylan. The footage captures a shark swimming around Skerries Harbour in Dublin to the shock and excitement of all those watching.  Keri-Ann, a sailing coach, told Dublin […]

9 years ago

Chapter One on Parnell Street has been named Ireland’s top-rated restaurant on TripAdvisor.  The northside venue, which has one Michelin Star, won the award which was based on customer ratings.  TripAdvisor spokeswoman Hayley Coleman said: “In a fine dining scene that is competitive as ever, for Chapter One to have claimed the number one spot […]

9 years ago

There is absolute traffic bedlam this morning after a collision inbound on the N4. There are long delays towards Dublin from Kilcock to Liffey Valley with AA Roadwatch stating that the tailback is as long as 18 kilometres. Click here for updates.

9 years ago

While the rest of us are nursing hangovers and dreading going back to work tomorrow, a couple of celebs have been having the time of their lives in Dublin.  Hollywood star Chloe Grace Moretz and Brooklyn Beckham, son of Victoria and David have been wandering the streets of Dublin, having pints and craic.  Moretz posted […]

9 years ago

The referendum to repeal the eighth amendment won’t happen until next summer but it seems some people want to get their message across already. A giant ‘no’ sign appeared outside Leinster House yesterday and was snapped by political correspondent Gavan Reilly.  Nine months to go until the referendum, and this is on the street outside […]

9 years ago

If you’re going through a sober October or generally just fell like taking a break from the booze then we’ve got the perfect Saturday night event for you. Accents coffee and tea lounge on Stephen Street pride themselves on “making sober sexy” and their free Saturday comedy nights provide Dubliners with an alternative way to […]

9 years ago

As part of National Fire Safety Week, Dublin Fire Brigade has been sharing a number of tips on Twitter as to how to keep fires from our homes. Their latest post depicts a the damage done to a door which was closed during a fire and managed to prevent further damage to the home.  Close […]

9 years ago