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A community forum chairperson wants the Minister for Justice to meet local leaders after petrol bomb and gun attacks in Ballyfermot and Inchicore. Separately, a charity is using additional chaplains to support residents dealing with trauma linked to homelessness in Dublin. Residents in both areas now wait to see whether that meeting happens.
Dublin Gazette · Oct 3, 2026Dublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion asking the Minister for Housing to widen the legal definition of dereliction. The change would cover vacant buildings that cause local problems but fall short of the current legal thresholds. Wider rules could give the council more ways to address unused and neglected buildings in the city.
Dublin InQuirer · Oct 1, 2026Authorities carried out 31 searches in Balgaddy, Lucan, as part of Operation Tara. They seized more than €469,000 of controlled drugs, €3,330 in cash and a Surron electric scooter. The warrants covered 11 houses and 20 locations, showing the operation's wide reach in the Lucan area.
Dublin People (Northside People & Southside People) · Oct 2, 2026Irish National Opera has bought the former Methodist Church on Abbey Street Lower for €2.5 million. It plans to turn the building into a performing arts venue for recitals and rehearsals. Groups often struggle to find city spaces, and councillors have welcomed the purchase.
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A charity is using additional chaplains to support residents dealing with homelessness trauma in Dublin. Following recent petrol bomb and gun attacks in Ballyfermot and Inchicore, a community forum chairperson called for the Minister for Justice to meet local leaders.
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Over 70 volunteers from Dublin Airport will work at the National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh today. This effort is part of daa’s annual Community Difference Days programme to improve an outdoor space for patients, staff, and visitors. The project was chosen through an employee-led nomination process.
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Dublin Airport has opened new Fast Track security facilities in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. These improvements, powered by Grant Thornton, offer passengers a quicker way through security, allowing them more time before their flight. The airport operator daa continues to invest in enhancing the passenger experience.
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Irish hauliers are seeking fuel rebates in the upcoming Budget, citing tight profit margins that hinder the switch to lower-carbon fuels. The Irish Road Haulage Association wants specific rebates for blended diesel and 100% HVO. They argue financial incentives are needed to make alternatives viable for existing trucks.
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Thirty-one searches were conducted yesterday as part of Operation Tara in Balgaddy, Lucan. Authorities seized over €469,000 worth of controlled drugs, along with cash totaling €3,330 and a Surron electric scooter. The operation involved warrants executed across 11 houses and 20 locations.
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Fianna Fáil Senator Lorraine Clifford-Lee has called for urgent action regarding the shortage of parking spaces at Rush and Lusk train station. She warned that commuters are struggling to access this key transport link due to population growth outpacing infrastructure. The issue highlights wider pressures on transport across Fingal.
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Labour TD Marie Sherlock stated that the government has "run out of ideas" regarding Ireland's healthcare system ahead of Budget. She called for funding for staff and more beds, while also urging resolution to public sector row disputes. Sherlock detailed Labour's proposals including investment in nurses and free GP care for children.
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MSL Motor Group opened the new Mercedes-Benz North Dublin showroom from October 15th to 17th. The opening featured luxury brands and included a chance to win an ultimate Mercedes-Benz experience, including a trip to Monza's Formula 1 Grand Prix.
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A woman in her 30s died after falling from a balcony in Belmayne, Dublin 13 on Monday, with her death at Beaumont Hospital on Wednesday. A man in his 20s was arrested in connection with the incident but later released without charge.
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Iarnród Éireann confirmed that money is the issue preventing a full catering service on all Irish Rail routes. While the trolley has returned to busy services between Dublin and Belfast, and Cork and Dublin, expansion depends on viability studies. A pilot is underway on the Dublin Galway route to assess commercial operation with a supplier.
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Dublin City Council's planning committee backed a motion urging the Minister for Housing to broaden the legal definition of dereliction. This aims to help tackle unused and neglected buildings that contribute to local issues but do not meet current legal thresholds.
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Irish National Opera has purchased the former Methodist Church on Abbey Street Lower for €2.5 million to transform it into a performing arts venue. The space will host recitals and rehearsals, addressing the struggle groups face finding city spaces. Councillors have welcomed the move.
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