We all have relics of our childhood that we hold dear and for many, it’s the beloved games console that kept us entertained through those boring teenage years. Well, it’s time to rejoice as the Super Nintendo is making a return. The device will be relaunched on September 29th, priced at $80, and has comes […]

9 years ago

A massive industrial fire has broken out in the Naul area this afternoon. Dublin Fire Brigade shared pictures from the blaze today, revealing that three pumps, a foam tender and a water tanker were being used in a effort to keep the fire under control. They also advised anyone living in the area to keep […]

9 years ago

While prices can be prohibitive, it’s hard to overstate the benefits of living close to the city centre and the Smithfield/Stoneybatter neighbourhood is quickly becoming one of the most popular spots for househunters. A stone’s throw from all the action but with a great community feel, we can see why a whole new cohort of […]

9 years ago

A man in his 50s has died after being struck by a truck on the South Circular Road this evening. The unidentified man was rushed to hospital following the collision on Emmet Road earlier today and Dublin Live is now reporting that he has now tragically passed away. Motorists are still being being diverted away […]

9 years ago

The jury in the Jobstown case has been sent home after less than an hour, after being told that there are “legal issues” that must be resolved. Deputy Paul Murphy (34),Cllrs Michael Murphy (53) and Kieran Mahon (39) and Michael Banks (46), Frank Donaghy (71) and Scott Masterson (34) all stand accused of falsely imprisoning […]

9 years ago

Ask anyone what they’d like to improve on their phone and chance are, they’ll say the battery life. With everything from our love lives to our careers now being controlled by our mobiles, the sight of a 2% battery is enough to strike fear into the heart of anyone. And it looks like one of […]

9 years ago

I think every single person in Dublin is in full agreement that Tinder is a frustrating experience. First, there’s the endless scrolling through tons of non-runners before you find someone you like the look of. Then, you have to cross your fingers and hope that they’re swiped right for you as well. Next up, the […]

9 years ago

We all know how expensive it is to rent in Dublin and the rising cost of living in Ireland’s capital is slowly putting it beyond the reach of those in low-income jobs. New research by Dublin Inquirer has shown that people would have to work over 100 hours a week at minimum wage to afford […]

9 years ago

The Dublin property market has seemingly reached fever pitch, with houses now being sold within three weeks of going on sale. That’s according to Q2 REA Average House Price Index, who said that properties in some areas of south Dublin, including Tallaght, Clonskeagh and Dun Laoghaire, are now being snapped up in just 21 days. […]

9 years ago

While we love a good fancy dinner now again, there’s something about the different tastes and influences of street food that’s just a bit more exciting. From Pad Thai in a bag on the streets of Bangkok to antojitos in Mexico City, street food is one of the best ways to try some of the […]

9 years ago

Armed gardai were involved in an incident in North Dublin earlier tonight. According to The Sunday World, there was a heavy garda presence in the Hampton Woods estate – with members of the ASU and trained negotiators at the scene. While the full details have not been revealed, it’s understood that the stand-off has been resolved “successfully”.

9 years ago

Concerns have been raised about the safety of seven apartment building in Dublin in the wake of the Grenfell Tower tragedy. According to the Irish Daily Mail, safety notices were issued by Dublin Fire Brigade to the seven properties earlier this year earmarking them as “potentially dangerous”. It’s understood that some of the buildings were […]

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There’s no doubt that buying a property is probably the most significant investment that you’ll make in your lifetime so it pays to choose wisely. We’ve all heard the horror stories from the Celtic Tiger boom so considering the rental value of a house is essential before taking the plunge. The Irish Times recently examined […]

9 years ago

One of our favourite things about Dublin is the collection of food markets that pop up in different locations around the city. We gave you the rundown on the new Thursday market at Merrion Square last week, and it’s now been announced that an “international food market” will take place at the site on July […]

9 years ago

A new memorial has been unveiled in the city centre, paying tribute to members of the LGBT community who are no longer with us. The touching plaque is located in Merrion Square (close to the Oscar Wilde statue) and carries the message that “A happy life is one which is in accordance with its own nature”. […]

9 years ago

If you travel on the Luas to get to work in the morning, you might be a bit late today. The Red Line is currently only running from Tallaght/Saggart to Blackhorse due to a technical fault with an overhead power cable in the city centre.  This means that no services are running between Blackhorse and The […]

9 years ago

If there’s one advantage to working in the city centre, it has to be the proximity to so many great markets. The Merrion Square Market made a triumphant return to our lives this week after an extended absence and it’s an absolute joy. We popped down earlier today to see what was on offer and […]

9 years ago

While the latest Daft.ie survey may report that rents in Dublin are falling, this certainly hasn’t filtered down to those searching for a home in Ireland’s capital city. And the situation can be even more daunting if you’re trying to buy your ‘forever home’, with stiff competition, mortgage application, rising asking prices and hefty deposits to […]

9 years ago

Those heading to Dalkey Island this weekend have been warned to take care if using jet skis or boats in the area. According to The Journal, concerns have been raised by the Coast Guard over the visibility of snorkellers, swimmers and kayakers when people are travelling on vessels near the island. All boats are required […]

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Three teenagers have been injured tonight in a shooting in North Dublin. According to reports, the incident took place in the Shangan Green area of Ballymun shortly after 8pm and three young males were subsequently taken to the Mater Hospital. Their injuries are not believed to be serious and the scene has been preserved by […]

9 years ago

If you’re aged between 20 and 30, it may seem like everyone you know is on Tinder. Now, new figures have revealed exactly how many of us are swiping right on Tinder each day… and it may not be as many of you think. According to Independent.ie, 200,000 Irish people have a Tinder account – with […]

9 years ago

There’s nothing like festival season… even if the elements are giving music fans a bit of a battering this month. Of course, there is one struggle that we’re all familiar with… the aimless wander around the campsite looking for your tent in the wee hours of the morning. With everyone opting for the €20 bargain pop-up from […]

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Returning to the Iveagh Gardens from June 15-18, this Dublin food festival has tonnes in store for lovers of all things delish.  Every year there’s a different theme and this time around it’s ‘Flavours Of The World’, so every restaurant will offer foreign dishes or at least put an exotic twist on an Irish classic. 1. Make […]

9 years ago

Anyone who has ever lived in Stoneybatter, or even North Dublin, will be familiar with Maureen’s Shop. Once a local newsagent, Maureen’s is now something for a Dublin institution – with everyone having a story to tell about their experiences with the lady herself. Well, a unique opportunity has now arisen to live above the […]

9 years ago

Tonight’s One Love Manchester concert is an event that will be remembered for a long time, and has reported raised over £10m for families of the victims of the atrocity. Stars from all over the globe travelled to Old Trafford to take part in the fundraiser but there’s one detail that you might not have […]

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If there’s one person who embodies that fierce Manchester spirit, it has to be Liam Gallagher. Hopes were high that the Oasis frontman would make an appearance at tonight’s One Love Manchester gig at Old Trafford but given that he was also scheduled to appear at German festival Rock Am Ring, it looked unlikely. However, […]

9 years ago

Thousands turned out at Old Trafford for tonight’s One Love Manchester gig in a defiant show of strength in the wake of terrorist attacks in the UK. Less than 24 hours after the latest attack on London Bridge, crowds flocked to the arena to pay tribute to those who lost their lives at Ariana Grande’s […]

9 years ago

Ariana Grande has won the respect and admiration of people across the globe tonight with her dignified and powerful response to a terrorist attack at her Manchester gig last month. The One Love Manchester concert is continuing at Old Trafford this evening and one of the stand-out moments so far has seen the 23-year-old singer […]

9 years ago

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a “major incident” on London Bridge, where a van is understood to have veered off the road and hit several pedestrians. The incident took place earlier tonight, with access to the busy route now blocked in both directions. While the circumstances surrounding the incident are not yet […]

9 years ago

Another 20 lives could have been claimed by the Hutch-Kinahan feud over the past year if plans hadn’t been thwarted by gardai, it has been revealed. In the aftermath of the shooting of Michael Keogh in the city this week, An Garda Siochána revealed that they had intervened in the planned murder of 20 other […]

9 years ago

An appeal has been made for teachers to take on the role of Leaving Cert correctors for this year’s exams. According to The Journal, the State Examiners Commission is struggling to find suitable candidates to make this year’s exam papers and have called on any newly qualified or retired teachers to get involved. The website […]

9 years ago

It may seem like city living means a choice between cramped spaces or a long commute but that doesn’t have to be the case – if you’ve got the bank balance, that is. A beautiful three-bedroom home has just surfaced on Daft.ie and is pretty much everything we’re looking for in a city pad. Well, […]

9 years ago

As we filled you in last week, we’ve teamed up with trainer Sam McGuinness to offer you some expert advice on maximising your workout ahead of the summer season. Whether you’re a total beginner or a gym addict, there’ll be something for you as our three Lovin Media Group guinea pigs take on a six-week […]

9 years ago

Dublin definitely isn’t short of impressive hotels but it could be about to add something very different to its hospitality offering. According to Galway Bay FM, plans are afoot to convert a Galway to Aran Island ferry into a boutique floating hotel. The hotel would be located on the North Quays, with hopes that it […]

9 years ago

An investigation into a salmonella outbreak that claimed the life of Dublin woman has been extended to 17 new areas. According to The Irish Independent, a spokesperson for the HSE has confirmed that over 50 people on the Northside became ill from food in recent times. The kitchen of a pub in Portmarnock was shut […]

9 years ago

Opium Nightclub is set to close from next week as part of a multi-million refurbishment. The popular Camden Street haunt will shut its doors for three months to facilitate major works on site, with a reopening slated for August. It will go out with a bang though, as two Forbidden Fruit after-parties will take place […]

9 years ago

A car was set alight on a busy road in Stoneybatter yesterday evening. Dublin Fire Brigade attended the scene to extinguish the blaze inside the silver Skoda vehicle, which was parked outside the popular L Mulligan Grocer pub. According to Dublin Live, the fire began around 8pm but it’s understood that it was extinguished swiftly and there […]

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The weather may have been a bit grim earlier in the day but the clouds have parted, the rain has eased and Slane Castle is officially rocking right now. Homegrown rockers Otherkin kicked off proceedings earlier today, followed by Mark Lanegan, Royal Blood and the ones we’ve all been waiting for… Guns N’Roses. If you […]

9 years ago

As we reported earlier, Conor McGregor was spotted having some serious craic out in Dun Laoghaire earlier this week. It turns out that the MMA superstar decided to treat himself to a new yacht and a couple of jet-skis to make the most of our mini heatwave and wasted no time in showing off her […]

9 years ago

With 80,000 people expected to travel to see Guns N’Roses return to Slane Castle, the queues were always going to be a bit mental. However, it looks like traffic is worse than a lot of people expected – with fans reporting major delays between Navan and the festival site. Guns N’ Roses were slated to […]

9 years ago

After a scorcher of a week, music fans heading to today’s Guns & Roses gig at Slane Castle could have been forgiven for having the SPF and open-toed sandals ready. Unfortunately, the weather took a turn overnight and it’s been letting it down in Dublin over the past few hours. All is not lost though, […]

9 years ago

It’s a big weekend for rugby fans, with Munster taking on Scarlets at the Aviva Stadium in today’s Pro12 final. If you’re not heading to the match, you may still be impacted as AA Roadwatch has warned that road closures will be implemented in Dublin 4 this afternoon. The closures come into effect from 1.30pm […]

9 years ago

Howth is, hands down, one of our favourite places in Dublin – with amazing sea views, an intimate village feel and some top-notch restaurants. Whenever we head over for a visit, we inevitably spend the DART ride home fantasising about making the big move out of the city and waking up every morning to that […]

9 years ago

Festival season (aka my favourite time of year) is about to begin, with the hordes set to flock to Kilmainham for Forbidden Fruit next weekend. There’s something about heading to a festival that is good for the soul. Thousands of people leaving the shackles of the daily grind and doing whatever they damn well please – […]

9 years ago

Twelve families were forced to present to garda stations in Dublin this week after being left with nowhere to sleep for the night. According to homelessness charity Focus Ireland, the families usually source hotel or B&B accommodation on a night-by-night basis – which is then paid for by Dublin City Council. However, on this occasion, the […]

9 years ago

If you love a good bargain and also love helping a worthy cause, then you need to get yourself down to Blanchardstown Shopping Centre this weekend. A ‘Massive Discount Weekend’ kicks off on Saturday and you can avail of some whopper reductions by purchasing a €3 wristband on arrival. All funds from the wristbands will […]

9 years ago

The sun is out and it’s starting to feel a bit like summer. Unfortunately, this is one surefire way to make us feel a bit more self-conscious about those squidgy bits and regret spending more time in the pub than the gym over the last few months. But worry not, as there’s still time to […]

9 years ago

It’s fair to say that no Fair City storyline has gripped the public’s imagination like Katy’s kidnap. Over the past year, the poor girl has been locked up by evil Ciaran with no hope in sight for her release. There’s been petitions and protests, and now it seems that RTÉ has come to its senses […]

9 years ago

We’re pretty spoilt in Dublin for great places to eat and drink, with new spots constantly opening on both sides of the city. Fox and Feather is one of our secret favourites, located close to the entrance of the Phoenix Park – and it’s where you’re headed for lunch today. Take a look: The gorgeous little […]

9 years ago

A new urban quarter is to be created on the South Circular Road as part of an ambitious new housing development. Dublin City Council today unveiled plans to build 1,000 new homes in the St Teresa’s Gardens area, with three separate complexes to be based on the site. According to The Irish Times, the apartments […]

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