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Palestinian community protest in Dublin

Palestinian community protest in Dublin

A protest has taken place outside Dáil Eireann, condemning Israeli attacks on Gaza.

Mon Oct 09 2023 - 19:18
What I Do: Will Fogarty, chainsaw artist

What I Do: Will Fogarty, chainsaw artist

Will Fogarty left construction during the economic downturn and became a chainsaw artist. He now travels the country creating unique wooden sculptures.

Fri Oct 06 2023 - 09:19
PhD researchers take protest to Dáil Éireann

PhD researchers take protest to Dáil Éireann

The Postgraduate Workers' Organisation of Ireland representing PhD researchers nationwide have protested outside the Dáil to demand better pay and conditions.

Thu Oct 05 2023 - 13:49
Students take to the streets of Dublin over accommodation crisis

Students take to the streets of Dublin over accommodation crisis

Students have marched to Dáil Éireann to demand that the Government uses the €65 billion budget surplus ‘rainy day’ fund to tackle the accommodation crisis.

Wed Oct 04 2023 - 15:27
Theatre-maker Luke Casserly's work 'Distillation' explores our relationship with the bog

Theatre-maker Luke Casserly's work 'Distillation' explores our relationship with the bog

'Distillation', a multi-discipilary performance by Luke Casserly featuring in Dublin Theatre Festival, is based on his growing up beside a Co.Longford bog.

Sat Sept 30 2023 - 07:18
What I Do: Seán Harrington, the architect who loves to build bridges

What I Do: Seán Harrington, the architect who loves to build bridges

Seán Harrington is a Dublin based architect whose firm design housing, schools, community facilities and bridges all over Ireland. Video: Bryan O'Brien

Sat Sept 23 2023 - 08:32
Best of 2023 - Brazilian dance is celebrated in Dublin

Best of 2023 - Brazilian dance is celebrated in Dublin

Brazilians living in Dublin meet regularly for outdoor dancing at the Grand Canal Plaza and other venues in Dublin.

Sat Sept 23 2023 - 08:27
'We're building a forest basically' - Catherine Cleary on planting trees in rural Ireland

'We're building a forest basically' - Catherine Cleary on planting trees in rural Ireland

In September 2023 Catherine Cleary spoke about how she and her family were planting trees on remote farmland they bought in Co Roscommon. Video: Bryan O'Brien

Sat Sept 23 2023 - 08:26
Mud, glorious mud: day two of the Ploughing Championships

Mud, glorious mud: day two of the Ploughing Championships

The sun came out in Ratheniska, Co Laois for day two of the annual Ploughing Championships.

Wed Sept 20 2023 - 13:36
Michael Collins’ hurley, Brian Cody’s cap and more in new exhibition

Michael Collins’ hurley, Brian Cody’s cap and more in new exhibition

‘GAA: People, Objects & Stories’, a new exhibition at National Museum of Ireland, gives a new perspective on Ireland’s largest sporting organisation.

Wed Sept 13 2023 - 15:31
Laytown Races: ‘It's like the circus, it moves in to town and then goes’

Laytown Races: ‘It's like the circus, it moves in to town and then goes’

The annual Laytown Races have taken place on the beach in the tiny Co. Meath village, drawing crowds in excess of 5,000.

Tue Sept 12 2023 - 21:16
Royal Meath Agricultural Show takes place in Trim

Royal Meath Agricultural Show takes place in Trim

The 81st Royal Meath Agricultural Show has taken place on the banks of the Boyne in Trim, featuring a huge range of animal and domestic industry class competitions as well as family events and entertainment. Photos: Tom Honan / The Irish Times

Sun Sept 03 2023 - 15:00
Sporting Images Of The Weekend

Sporting Images Of The Weekend

Some of the best images from the weekend's sporting events, from home and abroad, as chosen by Bryan O'Brien

Sun Sept 03 2023 - 14:00
Over five hundred people take part in annual Liffey Swim, Dublin

Over five hundred people take part in annual Liffey Swim, Dublin

The 103rd Jones Engineering Dublin City Liffey Swim has taken place with 522 swimmers competing. 219 women and 303 men swam the 2km route from Rory O’More Bridge to Custom House Quay. Photos: Tom Honan / The Irish Times

Sat Sept 02 2023 - 16:00
Ukrainian Irish dancing teacher is visited by Riverdance performers

Ukrainian Irish dancing teacher is visited by Riverdance performers

Kristina Bondarenko (16) from Ukraine received a visit from members of Riverdance during the Irish dancing class she gives at the Ukrainian Centre, Rathmines.

Wed Aug 30 2023 - 18:27
'People will love the views': Dublin Port reveals new greenway plans

'People will love the views': Dublin Port reveals new greenway plans

Work has commenced on the Tolka-Estuary Greenway, a dedicated 3.2 kilometre cycle and pedestrian route along the northern perimeter of Dublin Port.

Fri Aug 25 2023 - 16:30
‘When I do a sand drawing, you know the thing you are looking at will never be seen in the world again’

‘When I do a sand drawing, you know the thing you are looking at will never be seen in the world again’

What I Do: Manuel Frölich is a sand artist from Chile living in Co Waterford who creates giant temporary artworks on beaches

Fri Aug 25 2023 - 07:00
‘The beach is my canvas’ - Waterford based sand artist Manu

‘The beach is my canvas’ - Waterford based sand artist Manu

Sand artist Manu (Manuel Frolich) is a Chilean born sand artist based on the Copper Coast in Co Waterford.

Fri Aug 25 2023 - 06:42
Native oak in danger from importation of saplings and propagation of seeds abroad

Native oak in danger from importation of saplings and propagation of seeds abroad

Environmental groups are concerned about the damage to native Oak and other tree species due of the propogation of seeds abroad and the importation of saplings.

Fri Aug 18 2023 - 15:35
Crowds flock to Clifden for Connemara Pony Show

Crowds flock to Clifden for Connemara Pony Show

The 98th Annual Connemara Pony Show takes place in Clifden, Co. Galway and attracts breeders and owners from all over the world.

Wed Aug 16 2023 - 18:09
Day one of the Dublin Horse Show

Day one of the Dublin Horse Show

Photographer Alan Betson records day one of this year's Dublin Horse Show. The annual event at the RDS will see 1,600 horses & ponies competing across 168 classes & competitions over five days.

Wed Aug 09 2023 - 15:00
Dun Laoghaire shopfronts get a makeover

Dun Laoghaire shopfronts get a makeover

Some businesses on Dun Laoghaire's main thoroughfare, George's Street, are upgrading the look of their shopfronts with the help of a traditional sign writer.

Sat Aug 05 2023 - 08:19
Best friends Dlava and Kiea are laid to rest

Best friends Dlava and Kiea are laid to rest

Best friends Dlava Mohamed (16) and Kiea McCann (17) who died together in a car crash in Clones on their way to a debs dance, have been laid to rest.

Thu Aug 03 2023 - 15:08
Best of 2023 - Caring for the homeless: ‘It’s better than winning the Lotto’

Best of 2023 - Caring for the homeless: ‘It’s better than winning the Lotto’

Alice Leahy is Director of Services of the Alice Leahy Trust, based in Dublin, where she and her team offer help and care to homeless people.

Fri Jul 28 2023 - 08:57
Alice Leahy: ‘Helping homeless people is about more than money, bricks and mortar and ticking boxes’

Alice Leahy: ‘Helping homeless people is about more than money, bricks and mortar and ticking boxes’

What I Do: Alice Leahy, founder of Alice Leahy Trust, has been working with homeless people in Dublin for 50 years

Fri Jul 28 2023 - 08:00
'It's a sad day': people pay their respects outside former home of Sinead O'Connor

'It's a sad day': people pay their respects outside former home of Sinead O'Connor

People have visited the former seaside home of Sinead O'Connor in Bray, Co Wicklow to leave flowers and pay their respects.

Thu Jul 27 2023 - 16:55
What I Do: Katherine McCormack, archaeologist and living historian at Dublinia

What I Do: Katherine McCormack, archaeologist and living historian at Dublinia

Katherine McCormack an educator, archeologist and living historian with Dublinia has been interested in archeology and history since she was a child.

Fri Jul 21 2023 - 08:49
Dublin community celebrates local girl in World Cup opening game

Dublin community celebrates local girl in World Cup opening game

Friends and relatives of Abbie Larkin (18) gathered at Irishtown, Dublin to cheer her on at a large screen showing of the World Cup clash with Australia.

Thu Jul 20 2023 - 14:46
'You create an entirely different world': artist and model maker Nathan Wheeler

'You create an entirely different world': artist and model maker Nathan Wheeler

Nathan Wheeler is an artist and model maker who captures the architecture of Ireland in miniature form, with a particular emphasis on derelict properties.

Fri Jul 07 2023 - 08:38
‘I’m giving these buildings a second chance and giving them the love they never had in life’

‘I’m giving these buildings a second chance and giving them the love they never had in life’

What I Do: Nathan Wheeler found creative and professional satisfaction in hand-building models of family homes and derelict buildings

Fri Jul 07 2023 - 06:00
Friday's Images Of The Day

Friday's Images Of The Day

Friday's images of the day chosen by Bryan O'Brien

Fri Jun 30 2023 - 17:00
Best of 2023 - ‘It’s an emotional time’: one of Dublin’s oldest hardware shops closes

Best of 2023 - ‘It’s an emotional time’: one of Dublin’s oldest hardware shops closes

In November 2023 one of Dublin's oldest hardware stores, Edge & Sons of Fairview, owned by Victor Edge, closed its doors after 106 years in business.

Fri Jun 30 2023 - 12:06
RTÉ journalists: 'We want answers, we want the truth'

RTÉ journalists: 'We want answers, we want the truth'

NUJ members have organised a protest at RTÉ headquarters in Donnybrook to express their anger over the current crisis following secret payments to Ryan Tubridy.

Tue Jun 27 2023 - 14:58
Anti-Nato protest: 'Let's talk more about peace and less about war'

Anti-Nato protest: 'Let's talk more about peace and less about war'

Protestors have gathered outside Dublin Castle, on the third day of the Consultative Forum on International Security Policy.

Mon Jun 26 2023 - 11:41
German Navy tall ship 'Gorch Fock' arrives in Dublin Port

German Navy tall ship 'Gorch Fock' arrives in Dublin Port

The three-masted German Navy training ship 'Gorch Fock' is docked in Dublin until Monday and will be open to the public on Sunday afternoon from 2-5pm.

Thu Jun 22 2023 - 13:55
School of sanctuary: Kilkenny school offers warmth, welcome and safety

School of sanctuary: Kilkenny school offers warmth, welcome and safety

Bunscoil McAuley Rice, in Callan is a School of Sanctuary, dedicated to being a safe and welcoming place for all, but especially those seeking refuge.

Mon Jun 19 2023 - 23:21
Tralee hit by ‘biblical’ flash flooding

Tralee hit by ‘biblical’ flash flooding

The town of Tralee, Co Kerry experienced monsoon-like rain on Saturday afternoon, resulting in significant flooding in the area.

Sun Jun 18 2023 - 07:25
Best of 2023 - People of Finglas bid farewell to Christy Dignam

Best of 2023 - People of Finglas bid farewell to Christy Dignam

Thousands of people in Finglas, on Dublin’s northside, came together to say farewell to Aslan’s Christy Dignam, ahead of his funeral.

Sat Jun 17 2023 - 12:47
Dear Dirty Dublin: Olivia Kelly looks at the face the city is presenting for Bloomsday

Dear Dirty Dublin: Olivia Kelly looks at the face the city is presenting for Bloomsday

Irish Times Dublin editor Olivia Kelly visits some parts of Dublin referenced by Joyce in Ulysses, following recent criticism of the cleanliness of the city.

Thu Jun 15 2023 - 23:25
Images of the Weekend

Images of the Weekend

Images from the weekend as selected by Bryan O'Brien

Sun Jun 11 2023 - 18:00
In Pictures: Fans flock to Slane for Harry Styles gig

In Pictures: Fans flock to Slane for Harry Styles gig

Thousands arrive in Co Meath for the sellout concert. Photographs: Alan Betson

Sat Jun 10 2023 - 15:00
Funeral of Teddy McCarthy

Funeral of Teddy McCarthy

Cork GAA legend Teddy McCarthy, the only player in GAA history to win both senior All-Ireland medals in hurling and football in the same year has been laid to rest in his native city.

Sat Jun 10 2023 - 15:00
Friday's Images Of The day

Friday's Images Of The day

Friday's images of the day selected by Bryan O'Brien

Fri Jun 09 2023 - 17:00
What I Do - Bev Truss veterinary nurse and wildlife rehabber

What I Do - Bev Truss veterinary nurse and wildlife rehabber

Bev Truss is a registered veterinary nurse and licensed wildlife rehabber who looks after injured wildlife and birds and has a special love for hedgehogs.

Thu Jun 08 2023 - 19:46
NCAD Grad show addresses 'real world problems'

NCAD Grad show addresses 'real world problems'

NCAD Works 2023 runs from June 9th to 16th, featuring the work of final-year and postgraduate students of the National College of Art and Design.

Thu Jun 08 2023 - 06:58
‘We’re finally in’: Steven and Amanda move into their renovated Wexford farmhouse

‘We’re finally in’: Steven and Amanda move into their renovated Wexford farmhouse

Steven Carroll and Amanda McNamara have moved into their new home, an old thatched farmhouse that they have renovated in South Co Wexford.

Sat Jun 03 2023 - 06:48
'A lot of people expected an easy match': professional disability golfer Brendan Lawlor

'A lot of people expected an easy match': professional disability golfer Brendan Lawlor

Born with a condition called Ellis-Van Creveld Syndrome, Brendan Lawlor (26) from Louth Village, plays at the highest level of professional disability golf.

Fri Jun 02 2023 - 07:18
'Green makes you feel calm': Bloom 2023 opens in Dublin

'Green makes you feel calm': Bloom 2023 opens in Dublin

More than 100,000 visitors are expected to attend the Bord Bia Bloom 2023 festival, over the June Bank Holiday weekend, in the Phoenix Park, Dublin.

Wed May 31 2023 - 14:09
Exhibition of large-scale bronze buffalos comes to Lucan

Exhibition of large-scale bronze buffalos comes to Lucan

Eight large-scale bronze buffalos by artist Davide Rivalta are on show in Lucan, Co Dublin, in the grounds of the residence of the Italian Ambassador.

Wed May 31 2023 - 08:52
Private cars banned from driving through College Green

Private cars banned from driving through College Green

From May 29th private vehicles will not be allowed to drive through College Green, Dublin at any time following expansion of the College Green bus gate hours.

Mon May 29 2023 - 12:11
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