A temporary swimming ban was introduced at Seapoint Beach at the tail end of last week after high levels of bacteria were recorded in the water. Tests carried out on a number of different Irish beaches revealed an increase in bacteria levels with temporary bans also introduced for bathing spots in Wexford, Ballymoney North, Duncannon […]

6 years ago

The Back Page has announced which pair of names are eligible for free pizza this week and it’s good news for anyone called Maggie or Mark. The week is already off to a stunning start for all the Maggies and Marks of the world, or at least those in Dublin anyways, who can bag themselves […]

6 years ago

Organised by a group of volunteers, Dublin’s Homeless Street Café offers hot meals, clothing, toiletries and friendship to the city’s homeless population. Usually in operation every Tuesday night from 8pm to 10pm on Grafton Street, organisers are unsure as to whether they will be able to continue with the service given the new Covid-19 regulations […]

6 years ago

Known for her isolation creations, Dublin artist Emmalene Blake has kept herself busy decorating the walls around her estate with colourful murals. Dublin artist Emmalene Blake has done it again, impressing everyone with her latest masterpiece – including Dermot Kennedy himself. Located on the side wall of McGowan’s at Harold’s Cross, it shows the Dublin […]

6 years ago

Fresh off the back of her win against Delfine Persoon, Katie Taylor is looking forward to returning home. Telling Sky Sports that she hasn’t been back to Ireland since Christmas, the Bray native said that she’s most excited about spending time with family – her granny in particular. Woman of the hour Katie Taylor has […]

6 years ago

Condemning public behaviour in town – around the Camden Street area – last night, one city centre restaurant described what they saw as “mayhem”. Already serving at a reduced capacity, the recently imposed government curfew of 11pm has wiped a further 25 to 30 per cent of business at Las Tapas de Lola. Centrally located […]

6 years ago

A video captured in a Dublin venue and later shared online has caused widespread outrage amongst locals who have criticised owners for allowing reckless behaviour to take place. Taken at Berlin D2 on Dame Lane, the video shows a room packed full of people, with little regard for public health guidelines. Responding to the footage […]

6 years ago

It can all feel a bit doom and gloom at the moment with many businesses in the hospitality industry struggling to stay afloat amidst the current restrictions. Every now and then a good news story pops its head above the noise though, reminding us that there are still reasons to smile – and hearing of […]

6 years ago

Heartening the public to continue fighting the good fight, Minister Simon Harris took to Twitter last night to remind people that there is still a long way to go when it comes to containing the spread of Covid-19. Asking that we “redouble our efforts”, he encouraged people to think of someone close to them and […]

6 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade has been called out to a wildfire in Killiney. Posting a video of the area on Twitter, locals have been advised to shut all windows and doors until such time as the fire is out. A total of three crews are at the scene which follows only hours after firefighters from Dun […]

6 years ago

Having only reopened on July 20th, the team at 147 Deli is still trying to get used to a new setup. Adjusting to a different way of doing things, a run-in with the council is probably the very last thing they need on their plate. The team at 147 Deli is fuming after an incident […]

6 years ago

Pubs all across Ireland have been stepping out in solidarity of one another. Part of a nationwide campaign, publicans are calling for “support not sympathy” – asking Government to put proper measures in place to help those who are struggling given the current circumstances. For many business owners around Ireland, today marks the five-month anniversary […]

6 years ago

BAH33º is a new BBQ restaurant due to open in Dublin this weekend and I can only describe it as a meat eater’s dream. Serving up all kinds of flavoursome eats, the menu is packed full with a range of different Brazilian specialities – all cooked in the traditional way. To be found at 3-5 […]

6 years ago

Dublin Chamber has asked for the public’s help, tweeting to ask for suggestions on what would attract people back into the city centre. Local business owners have lamented the fact that Dublin city is somewhat of a ghost town in recent weeks – so much so that several have cried out for Government support if […]

6 years ago

Happening in the Whelehans Wines car park this Friday, the market will be open from 10am to 3pm. Food and markets… to quote Julie Andrews, those are a few of my favourite things. Fresh fruit and veg, local produce, still warm bread… there’s much to be said for a food market. Even just the prospect […]

6 years ago

Responding to a piece that appeared in the Independent, staff at Grogans criticised Varadkar’s comments adding that the narrative is “getting stale”. Popular Dublin city haunt Grogans has responded to comments made by An Tánaiste Leo Varadkar about the reopening of pubs, saying that he is giving little hope to the industry that they’ll be […]

6 years ago

One local Dublin chef has weighed in on the current €9 substantial meal requirement, suggesting it be abolished in favour of a more creative alternative. The head chef at Clanbrassil House and the culinary director at BuJo Burger Joint, Grainne O’Keefe is a well-known face in the Dublin foodie scene. Giving her two cents on […]

6 years ago

Two lovely eight-year-old golden cocker spaniel sisters, Topsy and Turvy were stolen from their Dublin home last month. Devastating their owners, they’ve been on the hunt for their doggos ever since. Thankfully, this is a good news story and we can confirm that both pups have been returned to their family. Hoping to get them […]

6 years ago

A popular tapas restaurant on Wexford Street, Las Tapas de Lola has been doing their darndest to stay afloat in the current climate. Recounting a number of “uncomfortable conversations” they’ve had with customers recently, owners have urged fellow hospitality business owners to protect their customers and team. Encouraging restaurateurs to look out for both their […]

6 years ago

Dublin has been undergoing a bit of a facelift in recent weeks as authorities try to make the city more amenable to walkers and cyclists. Part of a four-weekend pedestrianisation trial, the initiative has gone down swimmingly with both locals and business owners who have already made calls for the project to be extended past […]

6 years ago

Little known fact about me; I was actually named after a Phil Lynott song… Sarah in case that wasn’t abundantly clear. A great tune if you have yet to give it a listen. Phil Lynott is somewhat of an international icon – there are very few people who don’t know the man, the myth, the […]

6 years ago

Clamping is due to resume for vehicles belonging to hospital staff across Dublin at the end of this month. Brought in to help frontline workers during the height of the pandemic, hospital workers have been exempt to paying for on-street parking around hospitals or health centres since early March. Staff who displayed their ID card […]

6 years ago

A total of five closure orders and two prohibition orders were issued by the FSAI in July. Teddy’s Ice Cream in Dun Laoghaire was amongst five businesses issued closure orders by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) last month. Issued for a closed area storage unit at the side of the premises, a spokesperson […]

6 years ago

Teddy’s Ice Cream in Dun Laoghaire is amongst a host of businesses issued closure orders by the food safety body last montth. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued a host of businesses closure orders over health and safety concerns, including a storage unit used by Teddy’s Ice Cream in Dun Laoighaire. A […]

6 years ago

Selling Sunset is back for its third season ladies and gentlemen, and I can confirm that it’s as binge-worthy as the first two were. Packed full of drama, this season sees all of the main stars return including relative newcomer Amanza Smith who, as it turns out, had a fling with one of our own. […]

6 years ago

There has been a huge turn to walking and cycling in Dublin in recent weeks with a number of new cycle lanes being rolled out across the city as a result. A new .75km cycleway opened along the Royal Canal earlier last week with Dublin City Council (DCC) now sharing images of a new protected […]

6 years ago

The Lighthouse Cinema has issued a statement updating customers that face masks/face coverings will be required in all public areas of the building going forward. With face coverings now a mandatory requirement in all shops, shopping centres and public indoor settings including libraries and cinemas, Dublin’s Lighthouse Cinema has issued their own statement on the […]

6 years ago

Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has urged people not to jump to blame when it comes to pointing the finger for a rise in Covid-19 cases.  Saying that he regrets how blame has crept into the conversation as of late, speaking to RTÉ, Varadkar can be heard saying: “One thing I would like to say I do […]

6 years ago

Dublin City Council (DCC) has shared a photo of the completed outdoor seating area on South Anne Street. Work on an outdoor seating area on South Anne Street has just been completed ahead of the weekend. Part of the ongoing pedestrianisation trials in Dublin city, locals have made use of the traffic-free additional space over […]

6 years ago

An endangered Siamang Gibbon baby is the newest arrival to Dublin Zoo. A popular attraction with both locals and those further afield, Dublin Zoo is top of the list for many when it comes to planning a family-friendly day out in the capital. Home to any manner of different animals, the team has just welcomed […]

6 years ago

A total of 11 Dublin pubs have announced their permanent closure as a result of Covid-19 so far. An extremely difficult time for hospitality business owners and publicans, most are struggling to stay afloat in the current climate. Forced to operate at reduced capacity, many have found the new circumstances too difficult to navigate with […]

6 years ago

The X Collective, a new music production platform, has teamed up with the Irish Arts Centre in NYC for a special musical showcase. Titled A Modern Ireland in Music, the project will see various artists come together to showcase a dynamic setlist of original material. Members of the X Collective, Ireland’s newest collaborative collective of artists […]

6 years ago

Dublin City Council has approved plans for a new hotel development off Meath Street in The Liberties. Dublin City Council (DCC) has just approved plans for a new hotel development off Meath Street. According to an image shared by The Liberties Dublin, the scheme comprises 224 bedrooms, a hotel bar and restaurant amongst other things. […]

6 years ago

Staying in? Lovin Dublin’s Date Box meal kit is officially available to order. Go on and treat yourself! Following a plant-based diet has never been easier, particularly in a place like Dublin where new vegan-friendly places pop up on the regular… many of which serve up some of the best desserts the city has to offer. Thankfully […]

6 years ago

Pubs across Ireland have been reeling at the news that they won’t be allowed to reopen until August 31 at the earliest. Criticising Government decision for not looking out for small business owners, publicans have been sharing their outrage online since hearing the news – with one Dublin pub posting an impassioned message on Twitter […]

6 years ago

Legendary American rock band Guns N’ Roses are set to come to Ireland next year for an outdoor gig at Dublin’s Marlay Park. Originally due to play Marlay Park this past June, Guns N’ Roses were forced to reschedule all upcoming gigs – pushing their Dublin concert to summer 2021 instead. Kicking off their European […]

6 years ago

One of the city’s most-loved restaurants, Las Tapas de Lola comes highly rated. However, as with most other establishments across the country, times are tough and they’ve been suffering at the hands of Covid-19. Forced to adjust business in accordance with new guidelines, they’re already serving at a reduced capacity and so news that they’d […]

6 years ago

A staple on the yearly calendar of events, the Dalkey Lobster Festival is a favourite with locals – foodies in particular, who use the occasion to sample all manner of tasty seafood offerings. The perfect fusion of the best local food, top musical acts and great entertainment, the festival is known for being a weekend […]

6 years ago

Organisers have announced details of this year’s Bram Stoker Festival, confirming that the festival will run over the 2020 Halloween weekend this Autumn. One of the city’s most anticipated events each Autumn, the Bram Stoker Festival celebrates the Gothic, the mysterious, the after-dark and the supernatural as it delves into the legacy of one of […]

6 years ago

A homey little nook located out in Dublin 7, Slice Café is amongst good company in Stoneybatter. Call down for a cuppa joe, all-day brunch or some of their famous spiced carrot and walnut pancakes (not to be passed up if you’re as fond of carrot cake as I am). Known for their brunch offerings […]

6 years ago

If you’re suffering from a case of the post-Bank Holiday blues, a warming bowl of ramen from Shoyu will sort you right out. A different Bank Holiday Monday to many I’ve experienced in the past, but while I’m sans hangover (sorry for being smug, this is a rare occurrence) the post-Bank Hol blues have still […]

6 years ago

Ok, it’s been a couple of weeks now which means that if running was your goal – you’ve probably managed to clock a few miles since I wrote about how to run a 5km. More on that here, if you missed it. Starting out is always the tough part, I think you’ll agree. Building your […]

6 years ago

Hugo’s Restaurant on Merrion Row shared an impassioned plea for Government support over the weekend, spurring many other local businesses to sound off in the comments calling for the same. Tara Leathers, a shoe repair and leathercraft specialist with branches around the city, retweeted the message writing: “We know how this feels”. As did Las […]

6 years ago

Most are familiar with Shit London Guinness by now… and if you’re not, then you should be.  An Instagram account documenting some of the worst poured pints in London, it’s grown quite the following since being set up. Horrifying Guinness drinkers the world over, the account is headed up by Irishman Ian and never fails […]

6 years ago

People have been rewatching The Commitments in honour of director Alan Parker who passed away over the weekend. British director Alan Parker passed away over the weekend. Aged 76, he was a well-known name in the film world – beloved amongst Irish audiences for his work on films such as Angela’s Ashes and The Commitments. […]

6 years ago

A new .75km cycleway opened along the Royal Canal this morning. Dedicated to pedestrians and cyclists, it marks phase two of the Royal Canal Greenway – a project to create the longest off-road Greenway in Ireland. Stretching from Sherrif Street to North Strand Road, the path includes a three-metre wide cycleway along with a footpath […]

6 years ago

The beloved Grafton Street café will reopen its doors to the public at the end of August, months after announcing its permanent closure. Bewley’s Oriental Café on Grafton Street will reopen at the end of August. The news follows an official announcement back in May that stated the café would close permanently due to the […]

6 years ago

Mention the ‘m-word’ (I mean museums) around children and they’re likely to roll their eyes and say “as if”. But these two are far more fun than you’d expect, promise. ‘Summer’ – I use that term loosely given the unpredictable weather we’ve been having – is in full swing which means that you’re probably on […]

6 years ago

Forced to postpone their upcoming gig at the Olympia Theatre, Kodaline has decided to shake plans up a bit – moving things to Malahide Castle instead. Due to play the Olympia later this year, Kodaline was forced to cancel all upcoming gigs amid ongoing Covid-19 precautions and concerns over social distancing. Deciding to switch things […]

6 years ago

Eid Al Adha will be celebrated at Croke Park this morning, with the stadium chosen on the basis that it will allow for proper social distancing to be carried out. Regarded as one of the most important events in the religious calendar, Muslims all around the world will celebrate Eid Al Adha today. Several Irish […]

6 years ago