Samantha Libreri

Eastern Correspondent

Figures presented to councillors tonight show the redevelopment cost has risen to €63.75m

Dalymount Park development costs treble, council hears

The cost of redeveloping Dublin's Dalymount Park has more than trebled since Dublin City Council bought the stadium a decade ago, with the council now needing to borrow €34 million to fund the modernisation of the league of Ireland ground.

Soccer • 03 Nov

Councillor Philip Sutcliffe pictured in February 2024

Cllr apologises for 'disgusting' post of spoiled vote

A Dublin City Councillor has apologised for circulating a picture of a spoiled vote which contained racist and anti-LGBTI+ comments, and derogatory comments about the Presidential Election candidates.

Dublin • 03 Nov

The centre which houses around 20 International Protection applicants in Dublin's south inner city was attacked

Centre housing asylum seekers in Dublin attacked

A centre which houses around 20 International Protection applicants in Dublin's south inner city was attacked last night.

Dublin • 24 Oct

The regeneration of Dolphin House was first mooted in 2006

DCC, LDA partner to complete Dolphin House regeneration

Dublin City Council and the Land Development Agency have entered into a partnership to complete the regeneration of the Dolphin House Estate in Dublin 8, more than two decades after it was first proposed.

Dublin • 23 Oct

A viewpoint over O Connell Bridge and Dublin City

Dublin Chamber criticises delays around infrastructure

A group representing businesses in the capital has said it is deeply concerned about regulatory and planning barriers in Ireland that are delaying the delivery of critical infrastructure and the rise of anti-social behaviour and hate crimes.

Dublin • 22 Oct

Kildare locals object to 'pointless' cycle path

Locals and businesses in south Kildare have expressed concern about the construction of new cycle lanes which they say "start and end nowhere", and believe pose safety issues.

Leinster • 22 Oct

Ormond Quay, Dublin, Ireland, October 3rd 2024

DCC plans to provide cost rental homes for 'key workers'

The Lord Mayor of Dublin has said that he would like to see supermarket workers and some other professions classed as "key workers" who would be eligible for cost rental homes under a new council plan to rejuvenate derelict buildings in the city centre.

Dublin • 20 Oct

Mater Hospital records 68% rise in knife-related injuries

Dublin's Mater Hospital recorded a 68% increase in knife-related injuries in its Emergency Department over the past five years, prompting calls from ED doctors for more measures to deal with the issue.

Regional • 17 Oct