There are some things that just come part and parcel with owning a car – and renewing your tax and insurance is one of them. Even though another small part of our heart dies when we hand over insane premiums every year, it’s just one of those things that you have to do. Right? Well, […]

9 years ago

Anyone who has ever owned a pet will understand the sheer panic when they go missing so we’re on a mission today to reunite one lost Dublin kitten with its owner. This “large, very fluffy, very timid Maine Coon” was last seen in the Strand Road area of Sandymount two days ago and its devastated […]

9 years ago

Irish Rail has warned passengers to expect significant delays on some DART services this morning. The Malahide/Howth and Greystones/Bray services have been particularly impacted, with limited routes running earlier this morning due to a signal fault. DART services operating Malahide/Howth to Lansdowne rd & Greystones/Bray to Dalkey only due to signal faultDublin Bus accepting rail […]

9 years ago

If you’re planning to have a quiet one tonight, then this latest addition to Netflix is well worth checking out. The Incredible Jessica James stars none other than our own Chris O’Dowd and tells the story of a New York playwright who meets a divorced man on a blind date. It’s been described as a […]

9 years ago

It’s one of Dublin’s most up-and-coming areas but unfortunately, the house prices in Stoneybatter are up-and-coming too. Still, if you have the cash to splash on a house in the gorge D7 neighbourhood, this two-bedroom on Viking Road is definitely worth a look. Listed at €385,000, it looks like a regular terraced house from the […]

9 years ago

Vincent Browne’s tenure on TV3 came to an end this week and now, all anyone wants to know if who will be replacing him. Several names have been rumoured over the past few weeks but a new contender is now said to be at the top of the channel’s wishlist – Brendan O’Connor. The Cork […]

9 years ago

A garda station in the city centre has become overrun by rats and is “completely substandard”, according to reports. Independent.ie claims that the Sundrive Garda Station, which covers Crumlin and Drimnagh, has been dealing with a serious rat infestation and the matter has now gotten so bad that it has been brought to the attention […]

9 years ago

Several units of Dublin Fire Brigade are fighting a major gorse fire this afternoon. The team revealed on Twitter that the blaze is raging at the Lead Mines in the Dublin Mountains and it is expected that it will take several hours to extinguish. Units will be at scene for some time at the gorse […]

9 years ago

While traffic seems to be running smoothly in the city this morning, motorists have been warned that one city route will be closed for the remainder of the day. According to AA Roadwatch, Moss Street will be closed until 8pm tonight to facilitate roadworks so there will be no access to vehicles for the next […]

9 years ago

If you were planning to get out and about this weekend, we’ve got some bad news. The weather forecast for the weekend is in… and it’s not looking good. According to Met Eireann, we’re set for showers as the day goes on but temperatures are set to remain mild. “A mostly dry start across the […]

9 years ago

For some reason, celebs can’t get enough of Dublin. Every weekend, there seems to be someone doing the rounds in the city and last night, it was one of America’s biggest sports stars. Peyton Manning of the Denver Broncos, aka one of the best-known quarterbacks in the NFL, was spotted having a few pints in […]

9 years ago

An eight-year-old boy is in a serious condition in hospital following a collision in Shankill. The incident took place yesterday evening before 5pm when the child was struck by a van on the Shanganagh Road. He was rushed to Temple Street Hospital, where he is said to be in a serious condition. According to Dublin […]

9 years ago

As any driver knows, being clamped is one of the most annoying things in the entire world. Not only do you have to pay a hefty fine, you generally end up hanging around for ages waiting for someone to come and free you Now, all this is frustrating enough when you’ve actually done something wrong […]

9 years ago

A man in his 50s threatened to set himself on fire at Crumlin Church last night during a stand-off with armed gardaí. According to Dublin Live, the unidentified man doused himself in petrol and stood on the altar of St Agnes’ Church with a lighter in his hand. The incident took place shortly after 6pm […]

9 years ago

If you’ve been dreaming of an airy city centre apartment with an outdoor space, most people would tell you to dream on. But not us… oh no. Instead, we’ve found a gorgeous one-bedroom located in one of the most interesting parts of the city – with a fab rooftop terrace where you can have summer drinks […]

9 years ago

If you use Tinder, chances are that you have a few people on there that you’ve been chatting too but have never gotten around to meeting. However, one couple in the US took things to a whole other level by talking on the app for 3 years. The whole thing began with college student Michelle messaged […]

9 years ago

We’ve all have our own little tips and tricks to save on baggage fees but Ryanair has said today that some travellers are going to extreme lengths to avoid checking in luggage. According to Independent.ie, some parents are asking their toddlers to carry suitcases past the service desk in order to bring extra carry-on bags […]

9 years ago

If you travel to work by bike, bus or car, then you might want to leave the house a bit early next week. The last phase of the Luas Cross City project begins on Monday and will see the South Quays closed at O’Connell Bridge for eight days to facilitate works on the new tram […]

9 years ago

Residents in the Phoenix Park area of the city have reportedly requested extra security ahead of Ed Sheeran’s upcoming Dublin gigs. Several gig-goers were stabbed during a Swedish House Mafia gig at the venue in 2012 and according to Dublin Live, locals are concerned that Sheeran’s three-night run could also result in anti-social behaviour. A spokesperson for the […]

9 years ago

We love showing you new and amazing places around the country but you know what we love even more, sending you there for free! We regularly run competitions for hotel getaways, delicious meals and amazing trips both on site and on our social channels on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Give them a follow so you […]

9 years ago

The weekend is finally here and Longitude kicks off this afternoon, happy Friday to us! If you’re planning on heading to Marlay Park over the next few days, Met Éireann has issued a warning that you might want to take heed of. Temperatures are set to rise to 24 degrees over the weekend and music […]

9 years ago

The Dublin Regional Homeless Executive has denied claims that it is refusing to give sleeping bags to those living on the streets of the city. A homeless man living in the city told the Dublin Inquirer this week that the organisation said no to his request for a sleeping bag, due to the fact that […]

9 years ago

If you’ve been thinking about getting a cat, we might have found the one for you. DSPCA is looking for a short-term home for this gorgeous cross-eyed kitten, who was taken into the care of the charity this week. Clarence is seven weeks old and does not have any family or siblings. His gorgeous face […]

9 years ago

These days, there’s an app for everything and we’ve often stumbled across some weird and wonderful ones while browsing. However, Android users have been warned that several apps in the Google Play store could install malware without your knowledge and leave you open to having your information leaked. Security company McAfee has claimed that the Wallpapers […]

9 years ago

If you’ve gotten into the soul-destroying habit of eating a soggy sambo at your desk every lunchtime, we have just the thing to tempt you away from office and back to sanity. A very cool open-air concert is taking place at Wood Quay (near Fishamble Street) between 1pm and 2pm, with a performance by the New […]

9 years ago

Leave any preconceptions in the lobby and expect to be blown away if you visit Deloitte’s newest premises in Whitaker Court. This is the latest addition to Deloitte’s four Dublin office locations and is an innovation hot house where new ideas are developed and delivered. The very cool office space was designed to facilitate creative and agile thinking, […]

9 years ago

Drug use in Dublin is a reality that we are all faced with on a daily basis.  Whether it’s seeing a loved one battle with addiction or witnessing the debris on our streets as we walk to work each morning, there’s no doubt that we’ve arrived at a situation that requires immediate, effective action. The […]

9 years ago

If you’re travelling anywhere near Dublin Airport this morning, you can expect some delays and diversions in the area. AA Roadwatch has confirmed in the last few minutes that emergency services are at the scene of the incident at the entrance to Terminal 2. While they have yet to confirm details, several Twitter users have […]

9 years ago

A Dublin student has described feeling “violated” after discovering a secret camera in the toilet at her university. According to The Herald, the camera and microphone were hidden in a cubicle on the second floor of Liverpool John Moores University and were discovered last month. The device had been obscured using duct tape and it’s […]

9 years ago

With work on the Luas Cross-City finally set to come to a close, motorists have been looking forward to the traffic returning to normal around the city centre. However, it looks like another big project is set to kick off as work on the College Green project could begin before the end of the year. […]

9 years ago

The Dublin Fire Bridge account on Twitter can be eye-opening but their latest picture is one of the scariest that we’ve seen in a while. One of the DFB units attended a house in Dublin yesterday after a dishwasher went up in flames. Luckily, the homeowner had a powder extinguisher so they managed to get […]

9 years ago

One of our favourite things about Netflix is the neverending stream of brilliant documentaries available on the platform. The streaming service’s original content is often the best of the bunch, with shows like Making A Murderer and The Keepers becoming the only talking point in offices around Ireland after their release. Now, Netflix has released […]

9 years ago

While eating out is definitely our favourite way to pass an evening, it can be tough on the pocket. A quick burrito will set you back the guts of a tenner once you add all the extra bits and pieces, while a sit-down meal is generally something that you have to keep as a treat. […]

9 years ago

If you’re partial to the finer things in life, then we reckon you’ll be very pleased to see the newest menu at Suesey Street. The Fitzwilliam Square restaurant (run by The Restaurant‘s John Healy) has just launched a brand new collection of dishes celebrating all things lobster. And they sound DELISH. Created by Head Chef Gareth […]

9 years ago

It’s a lovely evening out there and if you decided to take advantage with a nice evening stroll in Phoenix Park this evening, you would have been in good company. None other than Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was out for a jog in the city park in the last few hours, being put through […]

9 years ago

Traffic is always pretty heavy during rush hour but the tailbacks on the N7 this evening are worse than we’ve seen in a while. According to AA Roadwatch, there are major delays on the Dublin-Limerick road between J6 Castlewarden and J9 Naas North. The crazy gridlock was caught on camera by Kildare Weather on Twitter […]

9 years ago

There was great excitement when it was announced that Dublin fitness influencer Rob Lipsett was heading into the Love Island villa. (If you’re not sure what Love Island is, you’re missing out – it’s the most addictive reality show on TV and you should catch up immediately.) Unfortunately, Irish interests in the show took a […]

9 years ago

A stall selling Shamrock Rovers merchandise took fire at Tallaght Stadium earlier today. Dublin Fire Brigade attending the blaze this afternoon, using breathing apparatus until the fire was under control. It’s understood that no injuries were caused and no details about the source of the fire have been revealed. Firefighters from D Watch have dealt […]

9 years ago

Dublin City Council looks set to vote on a significant change to the city’s street signs. According to The Sunday Times, several councillors have called for a return to the traditional green signage, rather than the more modern blue signs that you’ll see around town. The font of the blue signs was created for the […]

9 years ago

We all know that saying the wrong thing at the wrong time during an argument can be the difference between peace on earth and the beginning of World War 3. Every couple have their own triggers but psychologists have also identified some keywords that you should definitely avoid if you want to avoid a major […]

9 years ago

If there’s one rule to follow when it comes to property in Dublin, it’s ‘don’t judge a book by its cover’. Many of the city’s most amazing homes lie behind quite modest exteriors, with old terrace houses and cottages being converted into luxury dream homes. One example of that is 59 Arbour Hill, tucked away […]

9 years ago

Home Sweet Home has confirmed that it will set up a grant scheme for homeless organisations. The group raised almost €190,000 through its occupation of Apollo House in the city centre last year and has come in for some criticism in recent months over its lack of plans for the donations. In a statement today, […]

9 years ago

If you need something to put a smile on your face this morning, we might have found it. Josie Brennan has been working as a lollipop lady at St Mary’s School in Lucan for 17 years but recently decided to retire from the role. Her last day of work took place this week and the […]

9 years ago

It’s hard enough to pay the bills in Dublin when you’re working but spare a thought for the poor students. A new survey had shown that going to college in Dublin costs a staggering €12,495 a year for anyone who has to live away from home. In addition to rent, The Cost Of Living Guide […]

9 years ago

Merrion Square South will be closed to traffic today to facilitate a demonstration. AA Roadwatch confirmed the news this morning, warning motorists that diversions will be in place. Some Dublin Bus service – including the 25/a/b, 66 and 67 – will also be affected, with minor diversions in place. DUBLIN: Merrion Sq Sth is closed for […]

9 years ago

The weekend means one thing to us – lots and lots of indulgent food – and pizza is always high up on our hitlist. Good timing then, as Dominos has just launched a brand new chocolate dessert pizza and it is the stuff of dreams. Your local branch is now serving up the Lotta-Chocca for €5, which […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade was called out to Phibsborough last night after a car burst into flames in the area. It’s believed that the car went on fire at Blackhorse Grove late last night. While the circumstances surrounding the blaze were not revealed, firefighters shared photos of the scary scene on Twitter last night. B Watch […]

9 years ago

Motorists have been warned to expect considerable delays in the city centre and on the M50 this evening. A collision northbound on Clanbrassil Street has caused traffic to be backed up to Christchurch, with heavy delays throughout the city CITY CENTRE: Collision on Clanbrassil St Outbound moved on. Heavy delays throughout the city, particularly Southside. […]

9 years ago

We all have a list of things we’d love to do if we hit the jackpot or stumbled upon a large inheritance – travel the world, throw a massive party for our mates, adopt every lonesome dog in the world. But number one on most of our lists is to buy our dream home… and […]

9 years ago

Many of you will no doubt be familiar with Antoinette’s Bakery, which is located on Kevin Street in the city centre. The fab gluten-free coffee shop was a firm favourite with people living and working in the area so we were gutted to hear earlier today that the business will be closing its doors this […]

9 years ago