Oh deer! Why we need to leave the Phoenix Park deer herd alone
Humans have been flocking to get in touch with nature during the pandemic. But from stunted antlers to aching bellies via a lot of stress, there are plenty of reasons…
What drives the cost of fuel up?
Exactly why are we feeling the pinch in our pockets at the petrol pumps? Nowadays, everybody has seen the price of fuel shoot right up. Prices for this commodity have…
The rise and fall of the Iveagh Markets
For over 80 years, the Iveagh Markets on Francis Street served as a public place for the community in the heart of the Liberties. What used to be a flourishing…
‘Living in a city where your address does not limit your access to opportunities’
The Liberate Youth Programme aims to make room for positive change for young people in the Liberties community. Solas Project launched their new Liberate youth programme space at the Coombe…
TU Dublin’s Grangegorman campus has changed the neighbourhood
In September, TU Dublin opened the doors of its newest Grangegorman campus to students, and new grounds were open the public. The new campus brought two new buildings into use:Tthe…
Year of the French: a visiting student explores Kilmainham Gaol
An Erasmus student from France tries to understand the meaning of the famous site in Dublin 8, a major tourist attraction and part of the story of the fight for…
Fine Art students hold public bake sale at new TU Dublin building
Fourth year Fine Art students from TU Dublin have been holding a bake sale on the campus in order to help fund their final-year exhibition – and there are several…
The evolution of Meath Street
Long-time residents say it’s changing. The younger generation moving in say it’s still the heart of Dublin City. Either way, no one can deny that Meath Street has evolved. Walking…
Stoneybatter restaurant is a tasting treat
Events where diners can taste their way through the menu are in high demand – with tickets selling out in minutes Events are back with a bang in D7 as…
I love helping others find their own way’: Liberties local looks to share a weight-loss journey
Personal trainer Declan Flynn set up ‘FlynnFit boot camp’ at St James National School in January, using his own process of finding health and fitness as an inspiration. “I didn’t…
Plants grow in the new vegan restaurants of Dublin 7
There has been a noticeable growth in the popularity of the vegan diet worldwide in recent years. Ireland has been a bit slow to catch on, but new spots around Stoneybatter…
MMA classes: ‘We’re here to have fun’
Technological University Dublin’s mixed martial arts club (TU Dublin MMA) introduced MMA classes for female students who wish to learn self-defence and MMA as a sport. TU Dublin MMA is…
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