What a brilliant, brave, articulate person the “lady in the pink coat” is; #speirgorm www.cnn.com/2026/01/27/u...

In Coolock, a long-awaited regeneration of social homes is drawing nearer. The remaining residents in Cromcastle Court have been living under the shadow of regeneration for years.

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This is a lovely 😍 story by @eoinglackin.bsky.social @dublininquirer.com @dublincitylibs.bsky.social restored and upgraded Coolock library 6 years ago and just look at the huge value it has now! Well done to the crochet and knitting group, beautiful work👏 www.dublininquirer.com/in-coolock-l...

"The idea for this cover was an ode to the post workers, couriers and delivery drivers who just (literally) carried the Christmas season on their backs," writes @selkies.bsky.social, about the image she made for the cover of our most recent print edition. www.dublininquirer.com/cover-image-...

A North Strand bombing memorial should include names of those who died, a councillor says. It’s timely, says Alison Field of Labour, with the 85th anniversary of the devastation approaching, and the world as it is.

In Coolock Library, a crochet group is just one of the things going on. Libraries aren’t just places to pick up books these days, says Aisling Earley, a library assistant.

Many European and global economies are well positioned to supply new skills going forward but Ireland 🇮🇪 ranks no 1. #speirgorm

Could an alternative to methadone give people in recovery more control over their present – and future? Nicknamed “liquid handcuffs”, methadone can require daily doses at a pharmacy or clinic, making education, employment, or even a holiday hard to grasp.

Help Amanda's Family after Arson Attack In Finglas Fire chuffed.org/project/help...

Worth a read: #speirgorm: www.bbc.com/future/artic...

If you’re a walker, this is interesting: #speirgorm: www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

We’re not called “The island of saints and scholars” for nothing! #speirgorm

For some in Dublin, Christmas dinner still has to mean carp. “When you read the Bible, Jesus wasn’t eating chorizo, or goulash. He was eating fish,” says Rastislav Blazek.

From his North Lotts base, a martial artist and stunt performer is making his mark on Chinese action cinema. Black belt Philip Condron has just landed a dream role in the latest Ip Man film, in Beijing.

Did the council follow the correct process to name Herzog Park back in 1995? Or has Rathgar been living with Orwell Quarry Park all this time? www.dublininquirer.com/did-the-coun...

Ireland ranked 2nd safest place in the world to live: #speirgorm: www.bbc.com/travel/artic...

In Dublin 15, councillors say they’re inundated with complaints about slippery leaves on footpaths. “It's no exaggeration. I've had at least 20 different people coming to me with this issue,” Councillor Angela Donnelly said.

In Ballymun, Dubliners lined up to read and reconnect with the constitution. “Some people have said it's a bit like karaoke.”

A councillor has renewed calls for a community toilet scheme in Dublin city centre. Council officials say they’ve already tried and it flopped. So how have towns elsewhere managed to set them up?

Read about our recently published research and launch event on the future of Community Mediation in Ireland. Many thanks to Eoin Glackin of the @dublininquirer.com for attending the event and for publishing such an informative and detailed piece. www.dublininquirer.com/after-the-co...

After the council quietly closed its mediation service, a new report highlights a growing need for mediation in the community. Earlier this year, Dublin City Council closed its service to defuse low-level tensions between tenants in its housing.

Remembering our sister Jennifer Barrett on “World Day of remembrance for road traffic victims”. The car accident happened 49 years ago and we still mourn her loss. We also lost her unborn child that day. PLEASE take care on the roads and always be alert to the unexpected. #speirgorm

At a recent conference, advocates highlighted another route to justice for victims seeking solace. Only a fraction of victims are referred to restorative justice at the moment – but the number is growing.

If you're looking for a gift, what about a Dublin Inquirer subscription? For the curious, the involved, the engaged, the newcomer, the old-timer – for anyone you think would want to read about the city.

A new survey offers insights into levels of crime in Dublin city centre. The City Centre Crime Victim Survey was commissioned by Dublin Inquirer and carried out by Amarách Research.

There’s a huge gulf between levels of fear of Dublin city centre, and levels of crime, a new survey shows. The City Centre Crime Victim Survey was commissioned by Dublin Inquirer and carried out by Amarách Research.

Nearly two-thirds “sometimes” or “often” avoid visiting Dublin city centre, new survey finds. This has serious impacts on businesses and social life in town.

There’s a huge gulf between levels of fear of Dublin city centre, and levels of crime, new survey shows www.dublininquirer.com/theres-a-hug...: #speirgorm

A new traffic light on Collins Avenue creates more danger than it prevents, councillors say. It’s meant to control traffic leaving the Whitehall Colmcille GAA clubhouse car park, across a footpath, onto the road.

A new visitor centre, concert and exhibition space are planned for the Marino Casino. Tourist visits to this “gem of eighteenth-century neo-classical architecture” are relatively low. The OPW hopes the new additions will boost them.

Look to the many faith-based groups to boost integration in inner-city, a new report advises council. Almost 50 faith-based groups play a big role in helping people navigate civic life in the north inner-city, it says – and the council should tap into them, it says.

Almost three-quarters of people incarcerated in Irish prisons have some form of substance addiction – but face long waits for treatment. Will budget 2026 fund more supports for them? It's unclear.

The love and darkness of Seán “Doctor” Millar: The five-decade music career of the Liberties musician never quite reached the commercial heights that he, and others, had aimed for in his twenties. But is that important, really?

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OMG! Well done Shane Lowry #speirgorm: www.rte.ie/sport/golf/2...

As profitable energy companies raise customers’ prices, TD says it’s time to bring back price regulation www.dublininquirer.com/as-profitabl...: #speirgorm

With new housing developments across the city, come debate over levels of parking they should have. From Ballymun to Drimnagh, plans meet with the same refrain.

Dublin City Council is considering cheaper parking for EVs, a price rise for residential permit parking, and more. For those in a central yellow zone, annual residential permit parking fees could go up from €50 a year to €225, a council briefing suggests.

Over 70% of people incarcerated in Ireland suffer from substance addiction. I investigated the stark reality of the access to treatment within the system. Please have a read. @dublininquirer.com

My “One big beautiful Dahlia” has flowered all summer long. What a plant! #speirgorm #dahlia #flower

More than 900 people are on waitlists for addiction supports in Ireland’s prisons www.dublininquirer.com/more-than-90...