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  • €1,475 A Month Will Now Get You This Fold-Out Bed On The Southside

    €1,475 A Month Will Now Get You This Fold-Out Bed On The Southside

    If you’re looking for a one bed flat on the southside, we hope you’ve saved a few bob. One of our readers has spotted this property in Monkstown on Daft.ie which will set you back €1,475 a month… The apartment consists of one bedroom/sitting room and one bathroom… That wardrobe appears to be the fold-out bed […]

    9 years ago

  • Extra Flight Of The Conchords Tickets Have Gone On Sale This Morning

    Extra Flight Of The Conchords Tickets Have Gone On Sale This Morning

    Miss out on Flight Of The Conchords tickets? Fear not.  MCD Productions has confirmed this morning that extra tickets for the New Zealand duo’s Apil 2 show at the 3 Arena in Dublin have gone on sale.  Good news Saturday – Extra @fotc tix released @3arenadublin for sale now @TicketmasterIre Hit up this link https://t.co/iqhugD4Wxl pic.twitter.com/9PzPXt56l8 — […]

    9 years ago

  • Dublin Businesses Have Been Warned About A New Phone Scam Doing The Rounds

    Dublin Businesses Have Been Warned About A New Phone Scam Doing The Rounds

    The Economic Development Office of Dublin City Council has warned businesses in Dublin to be aware bogus phone calls from people claiming to be agents of ‘Dublin City Economic Development Office.’ People are advised to exercise extra caution and not to disclose information about their business.  Bogus Phone Call Warning. We have received reports that persons […]

    9 years ago

  • People Were Loving This Cheeky Reporter’s Sick Burn On Conor McGregor Yesterday

    People Were Loving This Cheeky Reporter’s Sick Burn On Conor McGregor Yesterday

    Conor McGregor is well used to being followed by a gaggle of journalists everywhere he goes and more often than not he’s more than willing to provide them with sharp one-liner which they can stick in their headlines. Yesterday though, the shoe was on the other foot when the UFC star emerged from his appearance […]

    9 years ago

  • Three Collisions Have Taken Place In Close Proximity On The Northside

    Three Collisions Have Taken Place In Close Proximity On The Northside

    Dublin Fire Brigade has warned people in the Drumcondra area to expect to see a lot of emergency services in the area this afternoon after three collisions took place in close proximity.  Two minor collisions have taken place on the Whitworth Road between Phibsboro and Drumcondra while another has occurred on the Drumcondra Road.  We […]

    9 years ago

  • Judge Fines Conor McGregor €400 And Allows Him To Pay In Instalments

    Judge Fines Conor McGregor €400 And Allows Him To Pay In Instalments

    On a day of drama at Blanchardstown District Court, Conor McGregor has finally received his punishment for speeding on the Naas Road in March.  After failing to turn up at court for the third time this morning, Judge Miriam Walsh ordered his appearance, stating that “all I’m getting from Mr. McGregor is fingers.”  Soon after […]

    9 years ago

  • A Dublin Bus Passenger Is Seeking The Owner Of This Old Photo Found Yesterday

    A Dublin Bus Passenger Is Seeking The Owner Of This Old Photo Found Yesterday

    In the age of smartphones and social media, it’s easy to forget how important and sentimental actual printed photos can be.  Granted, they’re not as prominent as they once were but one such item was found by Dublin Bus passenger Ashen Hoonter yesterday.  It features two smiling women in an old-looking black and white photo.  […]

    9 years ago

  • Luas Delays Expected Today As Cross City Testing Takes Place

    Luas Delays Expected Today As Cross City Testing Takes Place

    Luas has advised passengers that some of its services will be delayed today to allow for testing of the new cross city line.  A notice on its website reads: “Please be advised services Southbound from St Stephens Green may be running with delays on Thursday 30th November between 8am and 10am to allow for Luas Cross City testing […]

    9 years ago

  • Conor McGregor’s Dad Has Spoken Out About Recent Rumours Regarding His Son

    Conor McGregor’s Dad Has Spoken Out About Recent Rumours Regarding His Son

    Tony McGregor, father of MMA star Conor, has spoken out regarding recent rumours involving his son. Widespread reports have linked the younger McGregor to a pub brawl in Crumlin on Sunday night during which the father of a well-known criminal was punched in the head.  Tony has now dismissed the rumours as “nonsense”, telling the […]

    9 years ago

  • Boojum Is Selling Burritos For Under A Fiver All Day Today

    Boojum Is Selling Burritos For Under A Fiver All Day Today

    You might want to save your sad looking home-made sandwich until tomorrow because to celebrate it’s 10th anniversary, Boojum is selling delicious burritos for €4.95 all throughout Wednesday.   To celebrate our 10th anniversary all burritos (or any main ????????????) will be €4.95 all day tomorrow or while stock lasts! T&C’s here: https://t.co/pHilVA4r1b #BoojumIs10 #10YearsofAddiction #aGazillionBurritosLater pic.twitter.com/0WeZfl5n86 — […]

    9 years ago

  • Gardaí Begin Investigating CCTV Footage Of Pub Brawl Involving Irish Sports Star

    Gardaí Begin Investigating CCTV Footage Of Pub Brawl Involving Irish Sports Star

    Gardaí have begun investigating CCTV footage of an alleged pub brawl involving a major Irish sports star. According to the Irish Mirror, an official complaint has not been made but the celebrity could yet face charges relating to the incident. Reports emerged yesterday that the star allegedly punched the father of a major Dublin criminal. […]

    9 years ago

  • People Loved Last Night’s RTÉ Documentary About The Dublin Ladies Team

    People Loved Last Night’s RTÉ Documentary About The Dublin Ladies Team

    Last night, RTÉ aired a documentary called ‘Blues Sisters’ which followed the fortunes of the Dublin Ladies Football team on their way to All-Ireland glory this year. The programme highlighted the hard work and dedication taken on by all involved as the girls in blue won only their second All-Ireland title followed their 2010 triumph. A […]

    9 years ago

  • The Shelbourne Hotel Made A Massive Amount Of Revenue On Each Room Last Year

    The Shelbourne Hotel Made A Massive Amount Of Revenue On Each Room Last Year

    Dublin’s iconic Shelbourne Hotel has always been a favourite of the rich and famous and it shows in its latest revenue figures. The Irish Independent reports that the hotel generated a revenue of €149,861 for each of its 265 rooms in 2016.  Using our mathematical instincts and completely without the help of our calculators, ahem, that […]

    9 years ago

  • These Vids And Pics Show Just How Much Dublin Was Ravaged By Floods This Morning

    These Vids And Pics Show Just How Much Dublin Was Ravaged By Floods This Morning

    As soon as Dubliners woke up to the sound of bucketing rain bouncing off our windows this morning, we knew getting to work would be a bit of a grind. People have been sharing videos and pictures of their struggles to social media and it seems some areas have been badly affected. Twitter user Marie O’Neill […]

    9 years ago

  • The Mysterious Gaff Behind These Well-Known Castleknock Gates Is Now On The Market

    The Mysterious Gaff Behind These Well-Known Castleknock Gates Is Now On The Market

    If you regularly pass up and down the Knockmaroon Hill between Chapelizod and Castleknock, chances are you’ll have wondered what lies behind the mysterious gates pictured below. Wonder no more because the gaff is now on the market and we can reveal just what you’d be getting for the cool €1,295,000 you’d be paying for […]

    9 years ago

  • Several Roads Flooded As Weather Plays Havoc With Dublin Traffic This Morning

    Several Roads Flooded As Weather Plays Havoc With Dublin Traffic This Morning

    A number of roads are flooded in Dublin this morning as the weather plays havoc with traffic in the city.  Earlier, the M50 was temporarily closed northbound after a collision at the Blanchardstown junction while Dublin Fire Brigade has stated that it is dealing with a number of weather-related incidents.  Earlier the @M50Dublin was temporarily […]

    9 years ago

  • Two Men Arrested After Aggravated Robbery Of Southside Hotel

    Two Men Arrested After Aggravated Robbery Of Southside Hotel

    Gardaí arrested two men early on Monday morning after an aggravated robbery at The Schoolhouse Hotel on Northumberland Road in the city. Dublin Live reports that a 20-year-old porter was hospitalised after being badly beaten during the incident. The man was assaulted before the assailants gained access to the safe and made off with some […]

    9 years ago

  • Gardaí Arrest Three Men After Drug Busts In The City Centre

    Gardaí Arrest Three Men After Drug Busts In The City Centre

    Three men have been arrested after Gardaí carried out major searches as part of Operation Thistle in Dublin 8. Dublin Live reports that a man in his 50s was arrested at a house at Kilmainham Bank after heroin with a street value of €25,000 and €6,000 cash was seized. Another man in his 40s was […]

    9 years ago

  • 6 Fun Things To Do In Dublin Tonight If You Can’t Stand The Football

    6 Fun Things To Do In Dublin Tonight If You Can’t Stand The Football

    Tonight, Ireland take on Denmark in the World Cup something-or-other and all the pubs will be hopping. Fear not if you’re not into the footy or just fancy avoiding the long queues and crammed spaces that always come with these big matches as there’s plenty more to do in venues across the city.  Take your […]

    9 years ago

  • Major Changes Could Be On The Way To Luas Services

    Major Changes Could Be On The Way To Luas Services

    Transport Minister Shane Ross will reportedly ask the Cabinet to increase the length of Luas trams from 43m to 55m in a bid to decrease congestion. The Herald reports that Ross plans to spend nearly €100m enhancing capacity between 2018 and 2022. However, the extension of the trams would only take place on the green line.  […]

    9 years ago

  • A Blogger Has Announced Victoria’s Secret’s Dublin Opening Date

    A Blogger Has Announced Victoria’s Secret’s Dublin Opening Date

    The new Victoria’s Secret on Grafton Street has been steadily coming together since development started last year and now it seems that we have an opening date. Fashion blogger, Louise Cooney took to Snapchat to post the words “Ok, confirmed Victoria’s Secret opens it’s doors on December 5.”  She went on to say that it […]

    9 years ago

  • The Weather In Dublin Will Be Warmer Than Madrid Today As Cold Snap Ends

    The Weather In Dublin Will Be Warmer Than Madrid Today As Cold Snap Ends

    The recent cold snap appears to be coming to an end (for now) as temperatures in Dublin are set to reach 13 degrees today which will be hotter than Madrid.  According to Met Éireann, today will be cloudy and misty with scattered patches of drizzle and fog.  Fog will become dense tonight which could be […]

    9 years ago

  • Dublin Rental Prices Are Now At Their Highest Since The Peak Of The Boom

    Dublin Rental Prices Are Now At Their Highest Since The Peak Of The Boom

    Dublin rental prices are now almost 23% higher than their previous peak in 2008 according to latest Daft.ie quarterly report.  The average cost of renting in the capital up to September 2017 is €1,774 which is €330 a month more that nine years ago, or an increase of €4,000 year.  Since last year, the cost […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s What Conor McGregor Had To Say After Last Night’s Incident At The 3 Arena

    Here’s What Conor McGregor Had To Say After Last Night’s Incident At The 3 Arena

    Not for the first time, Conor McGregor is grabbing the headlines for the wrong reasons today after he had a little scuffle with the referee following teammate Charlie Ward’s fight at Bellator 187. A video has now emerged, courtesy of Balls.ie which shows McGregor letting his feelings known about the incident on his way out of the […]

    9 years ago

  • Elderly Woman Hospitalised After Attempted Robbery At Dublin Bus Stop

    Elderly Woman Hospitalised After Attempted Robbery At Dublin Bus Stop

    A woman in her 70s has been taken to St. Vincent’s Hospital after sustaining injuries during an attempted robbery at a bus stop.  The Journal reports that the woman was approached by a man in his 20s in Sandymount at around 7pm yesterday evening.  The man attempted to grab her handbag but was unsuccessful. The […]

    9 years ago

  • Woman Attacked On Grafton Street In Broad Daylight Sends Warning To Others

    Woman Attacked On Grafton Street In Broad Daylight Sends Warning To Others

    A woman who was attacked on Grafton Street in broad daylight has warned others to be careful when walking through the city centre.  On Monday morning , Becky Ní Uuinseann was on her way to work when she was grabbed by her scarf by a stranger. In a Facebook post, Becky describes the man as being in […]

    9 years ago

  • Baby Boy Delivered Over The Phone During Busy Night For Dublin Fire Brigade

    Baby Boy Delivered Over The Phone During Busy Night For Dublin Fire Brigade

    Dublin Fire Brigade have provided updates of their busy night last night which included assisting the delivery of a baby over the phone. This morning they tweeted a member of their control staff assisted the delivery of that a baby boy until crews arrived from the Blanchardstown unit. Mother and baby are now being cared […]

    9 years ago

  • Outrage As Kittens Allegedly Thrown Into Oncoming M50 Traffic

    Outrage As Kittens Allegedly Thrown Into Oncoming M50 Traffic

    A woman has claimed that three kittens were thrown from a vehicle on the M50 while she was driving yesterday.  A caller to RTÉ Radio One’s ‘Liveline’, identified only as Kate, claims she was driving near the Blanchardstown junction on the motorway when the incident occurred.  The Irish Independent reports that she told the programme:  […]

    9 years ago

  • Arnotts Has Announced A Massive Sale For This Weekend

    Arnotts Has Announced A Massive Sale For This Weekend

    No plans for this weekend? Now you do.  Arnotts has announced a massive sale for this weekend with up to 70% off a load of furniture, kitchenware and electrical items which will set you up for Christmas nice and early.  The sale will take place at the Arnotts Warehouse in the National Show Centre in […]

    9 years ago

  • One Of London’s Most Glamorous Restaurants Is Set To Open In Dublin

    One Of London’s Most Glamorous Restaurants Is Set To Open In Dublin

    The company behind on of London’s favourite celeb hangouts has been given the green light to open a new restaurant in Dublin.  The Ivy is a favourite among the rich and famous in the English capital and now Dublin City Council has granted planning permission for a new location on Dawson Street here in Dublin.  […]

    9 years ago

  • BREAKING: Major City Centre Road Closed After A Collision This Afternoon

    BREAKING: Major City Centre Road Closed After A Collision This Afternoon

    AA Roadwatch has advised motorists that Grand Parade in the city has been completely closed to traffic following a collision this afternoon. Delays are building both ways and drivers are asked to avoid the area.  “Emergency services have closed Grand Parade, along the Grand Canal east of the Ranelagh Rd jct, due to a collision. […]

    9 years ago

  • Conor McGregor Will Appear Before A Dublin Court Later This Month

    Conor McGregor Will Appear Before A Dublin Court Later This Month

    Conor McGregor is to appear in court later this month on a speeding charge.  According to the Irish Mirror, the UFC lightweight champ was clocked driving over the speed limit on the Naas Road on March 31 of this year.  The 29-year-old was not present in court when Judge Miriam Walsh adjourned his case and he is […]

    9 years ago

  • Warning For Drivers As Dublin Temperatures Plummet This Morning

    Warning For Drivers As Dublin Temperatures Plummet This Morning

    If you haven’t left the house yet be sure to wrap up warm as it’s feckin’ baltic out there. Just before 8 o’clock it’s three degrees with a real feel of minus four. Jaysus.  Dublin Fire Briaade has sent a timely reminder to motorists to defrost their cars before setting off this morning.  It’s #Baltic […]

    9 years ago

  • Permanent Traffic Restrictions Are In Place In The City Centre From Today

    Permanent Traffic Restrictions Are In Place In The City Centre From Today

    Luas Cross City has moved a stepped closer today as permanent traffic diversions have been put in place on Dublin’s Dawson Street. From today, motorists will no longer be able to make a right turn from Dawson Street to Nassau Street. Also, only trams and buses will be able to get access to the middle […]

    9 years ago

  • This Famous Couple Were All Loved Up At A Popular Dublin Bar Last Night

    This Famous Couple Were All Loved Up At A Popular Dublin Bar Last Night

    What does one do after played to a packed house at the 3 Arena in Dublin? Hit the town of course and that’s exactly what Perrie Edwards of Little Mix did last night.  The singer enjoyed some well-earned down time with her boyfriend, Liverpool and England footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and shared snaps to Instagram of […]

    9 years ago

  • This Book Was Returned To A Dublin Library After Over 100 Years

    This Book Was Returned To A Dublin Library After Over 100 Years

    We imagine returning library book a day a or two late is a common occurrence but this is pushing it a bit.  Marsh’s Library in the city centre took to Twitter yesterday to share a photo of a book that was returned to them that had been taken out in the 19th century.  The 1666 […]

    9 years ago

  • The Award For Worst Parking Job Ever Seen In Dublin Goes To This Person

    The Award For Worst Parking Job Ever Seen In Dublin Goes To This Person

    We’ve seen some pretty bad parking jobs in our time but this one has to be right up there.  Posted by @DublinByMouth on Twitter, the image depicts a car which is literally taking up three and a half spaces in a car park. Two is pretty annoying, three is enough to drive us into a rage but […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s Where You Can Pick Up A Free Coffee In Dublin This Morning

    Here’s Where You Can Pick Up A Free Coffee In Dublin This Morning

    Is there a better way to start a Monday than with free coffee? We would argue that there definitely is not.  Luckily for residents of Ranelagh, and those living or working nearby, new café Project Black is offering free coffee today to celebrate its launch. new week, new day, new cafe. Thanks for the coffee […]

    9 years ago

  • A Dublin Councillor Has Outlined His Plans To Represent Ireland In The Eurovision

    A Dublin Councillor Has Outlined His Plans To Represent Ireland In The Eurovision

    Would this be an improvement on Dustin The Turkey? Fianna Fáil councillor Trevor Gilligan, who represents Clondalkin, has outlined his ambitions to represent Ireland at the 2018 Eurovision in Lisbon.  According to Dublin Live, Gilligan hopes his track ‘Keep You Warm’ will be selected as Ireland’s song as we attempt to take home the top […]

    9 years ago

  • Here’s How The Dublin Weather Is Shaping Up For The Start Of The Week

    Here’s How The Dublin Weather Is Shaping Up For The Start Of The Week

    We’re set for a mild start to the week in the capital with Monday set to be a pleasant day with temperatures in the high teens.  Met Éireann is forecasting:   “Except for the chance of a few spots of drizzle, today will be mostly dry. A little sunshine this morning, but mostly cloudy. “Freshening southwest […]

    9 years ago

  • U2 Are Planning A Run Of Intimate Gigs At The 3 Arena Next Summer

    U2 Are Planning A Run Of Intimate Gigs At The 3 Arena Next Summer

    U2 are eyeing a trio of intimate gigs at the 3 Arena in Dublin next summer.  According to the The Herald, Bono and the boys will announce plans for the European leg of their Songs Of Experience tour in the new year.  The Dublin foursome are hoping to play in venues which are smaller than […]

    9 years ago

  • The Luas Red Line Will Not Be Going To Connolly Station Today

    The Luas Red Line Will Not Be Going To Connolly Station Today

    Luas has advised that the red line will not be running to Connolly Station today. All services will be running to The Point only.  A travel update on the Luas website reads: “Red line passengers please be advised there will be no trams running into Connolly today. “All services will run to the Point only. […]

    9 years ago

  • Facebook Plans To Create Hundreds Of New Jobs In Dublin

    Facebook Plans To Create Hundreds Of New Jobs In Dublin

    Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has held a meeting with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg during which it was promised that hundreds of new jobs will be coming to Ireland.  The social network has its international headquarters here and recently it was announced that the company will be expanding its data centre in Clonee, Co. Meath.  The tech […]

    9 years ago

  • The Mouth-Watering Menu For This Weekend’s Toastie Festival Has Been Unveiled

    The Mouth-Watering Menu For This Weekend’s Toastie Festival Has Been Unveiled

    This weekend marks Ireland’s first ever Toastie Festival which will take place at the Harbour Bar in Bray from tomorrow, Friday November 3, until Sunday November 5.  The seaside venue has this evening unveiled the menu for the much-anticipated event and it’s sure to have toastie lovers salivating. (image: The Harbour Bar on Facebook) From […]

    9 years ago

  • Man Arrested After Armed Robbery At Dublin Petrol Station

    Man Arrested After Armed Robbery At Dublin Petrol Station

    One man has been arrested after an armed robbery at a petrol station in Baldoyle yesterday.  The incident occurred at around 4pm on the Grange Road. Two men entered the petrol station and demanded cash from staff. One of the men is thought to have been armed with a screwdriver.  The pair made off with […]

    9 years ago