The National Children’s Hospital – progress report
It looks almost finished – and patients might start to arrive some time next year. But what has really been going on with the new hospital in Dublin 8, and…
Remembering our roots: historic information boards in Dublin 8
In recent months, there have been historic information boards installed around the Liberties in Donore Avenue and Dolphin’s Barn. Counceller Marie Devine of Sinn Féin expressed her concern about the…
Nightclub opening hour bill hit with setback
In a follow up to a story previously posted on The Liberty, the promise of nightclubs opening until 6am this summer seems to be breaking, after a significant push back…
D8 festival is ‘a cultural destination in and of itself’
Dublin 8’s annual cultural festival, Culture Date with Dublin 8, returns this week, May 8th to 12th, with a variety of events to celebrate the area’s rich history. Festival curator…
Drug drones increase dropping into Mountjoy Prison
There has been a reported increase in drone activity around Mountjoy Prison in Phibsborough, and these drones have allegedly been dropping drugs to prisoners on the inside. According to Irish…
Dublin Simon Community plans to finish Ushers Island redevelopment by June
You may have noticed the current building works right across from the Rory O’Moore bridge on Dublin’s Ushers Island and brushed it off as the usual construction that seems to…
Youth centre closure is a blow for Donore community
The Donore Youth and Community Centre has been forced to permanently close its doors following a fire that caused irreversible damage. The Dublin 8 youth project, which had originally been…
Repair begins on historic Iveagh Market roof
Refurbishment works at Iveagh Markets are set to begin this month. The iconic Francis Street landmark is set to undergo roof repair works after two decades of laying derelict. In…
The Liberties May mental health initiative
Smart D8 is using May to focus on mental health and wellbeing, with free workshops throughout the month. There will be limited tickets to these events, so it’s on a…
TUD Orchestra open Beethoven concert to the public
On Friday, April 19th, the TUD Symphony Orchestra is hosting a concert that is open to the public. The orchestra will play two pieces, both by the famous Ludwig van…
Smithfield Horse Fair: A tradition which is part of the Smithfield culture
Horse owners, traders, and equestrians have once again gathered at Smithfield Square for their monthly horse fair, which is attended by people from across Dublin and well beyond. The event…
Locals campaign to save Phibsborough post office
Phibsborough post office is at risk of closure after An Post announced that three of its Dublin offices would be contracted out to a new location. Offices in Rathmines, Tallaght,…
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