Ryanair calls for government action to prevent further airport drone disruption

Ryanair has called for action by the Government over the disruption at Dublin Airport caused by drones. Over the past two days, several flights had to be diverted away from Dublin Airport after a drone was spotted close to the runway. Following the suspension of flights due to two confirmed drone sightings shortly after 2 … Read more

Cocaine worth €700,000 seized in Dublin

Cocaine worth an estimated €700,000 has been seized in Dublin on Friday. Officers from the Garda National Drugs and Organized Crime Bureau and the Special Crime Task Force participated in the seizure as part of an intelligence-led operation. Following the stopping of a car in the Carpenterstown region, a man in his 30s was arrested. … Read more

Over 240 traffic jams and major delays reported across the capital

Over 240 traffic jams have been reported, causing huge delays for drivers throughout Dublin. TomTom.com estimates that the capital’s current congestion level is close to 80%. As we approach the Friday rush hour, it is expected that this number will increase. After the M50 interchange, several horses were seen on the N2 heading north. A … Read more

Government’s immigration policy is ‘playing into the hands of far-right groups’

A new activist group in Dublin claims that the government’s approach to immigration is “playing into the hands of far-right groups.” Dublin Communities Against Racism (DCAR) will demonstrate outside Leinster House on Saturday, to urge the government to address issues relating to immigration and local community concerns, Breaking news reported. The group expressed concern over … Read more

Young man injured in Dublin stabbing, gardaí appeal for witnesses

An attack in Dublin’s city centre on Thursday left a man in his 20s hospitalised after he was stabbed. Garda and emergency services arrived at Marlborough Street in Dublin 1 just before one o’clock in response to reports of an assault. An apparent stabbing victim in his late 20s received on-site medical attention before being … Read more

Three injured in public order incident involving ‘large group of males’ in Citywest

A public order incident “involving a large group of males” that occurred on Monday around 6.30 p.m. in Dublin is being investigated by the Garda. There were three people hospitalised on Monday evening following the incident at an accommodation in Citywest. Gardai were called to the scene in Saggart at the end of the day … Read more

BMW, Rolex watches and €15,000 in cash seized during CAB searches

The Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) seized a BMW, watches, jewellery, and a sizable amount of cash after an operation on Friday in Dublin. On Friday morning in Dublin 13, officers searched eight locations—one residential and seven commercial. In addition to about €15,000 in cash, a BMW X7 M Sport with a true price of €146,000 … Read more

US cybersecurity company to create 120 jobs in Dublin

US-based cybersecurity company Threatlocker announced that it will create 120 jobs by the end of the year at its office in Dublin. The company’s headquarters for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa will be in Blanchardstown. ThreatLocker had initially declared plans for the office in early 2021, anticipating that it would generate 50 jobs there. … Read more

Huge cannabis seizure in Dublin, two men arrested

Following the seizure of cannabis valued at €2.4 million by Dublin garda, four men have been detained on drug trafficking-related charges. On Thursday, just after 2 p.m., garda officers stopped two vehicles and searched a home in the south inner city area and a business in west Dublin. In the course of the operation, 120 … Read more

Body found in unexplained circumstances in Dublin

On Tuesday afternoon, a body was discovered in Ballybrack, County Dublin, under mysterious circumstances. Following the discovery, Garda at Shankill have started an investigation. The body of a man in his 40s was found in a residence at Cromlech Fields, Ballybrack, just before three o’clock. The deceased’s body is still at the scene and is … Read more

Pfizer to create up to 500 jobs in Dublin with €1.2 billion investment

Pharma giant Pfizer recently revealed plans to invest €1.2 billion and build a new facility in Dublin, adding hundreds of jobs in the process. The capacity for the production of biological drug substances will be doubled by the new facility, which will be constructed on the site at Grange Castle in west Dublin. Between 400 … Read more

Protest calling for action on housing crisis held in Dublin

Thousands of people participated in a protest in Dublin to call attention to the nation’s housing crisis. The protesters demanded that the government take immediate action to address the housing shortage. The Raise the Roof protest comes just a day after the latest homeless figures hit a new all-time high, with nearly 11,400 people now … Read more

Sting and Madness announce Dublin gigs

Sting and Madness have both announced Dublin gigs for this summer. On June 28, 2023, Sting will perform a special “My Songs” concert at Malahide Castle in Dublin. This Friday at 9 am, Ticketmaster will begin selling tickets starting at €69.90 (plus booking fee). Sting’s greatest hits, both solo and with The Police, are collected … Read more