Dublin City Council finished “stabilisation works” three months ago on the 19th-century flour mill that it bought in 2018.
Author Archives: Michael Lanigan
Michael Lanigan is a freelance journalist who covers arts and culture for Dublin Inquirer. His work also appears in Vice, Totally Dublin, TheJournal.ie and the Business Post. You can reach him at michael@dublininquirer.com.
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In Donabate, there’s still no timeline for re-opening Rahillion Parkland to the public
The parkland, which hosts Carr’s Mill, is owned by Ballisk Homes. A sign on the closed gate says that “trespassers will be prosecuted”.
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When far out to sea, in shark-infested waters, ask for help, a new show at the Tallaght Theatre emphasises
Eoin Ryan’s one-man show, “Trawled”, is based on his harrowing experience working on a fishing boat in the Coral Sea, off Australia.
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Council outlines further details of proposed major upgrades to Ward Valley Park in Swords
A performance space, upgraded playing fields, changing facilities, restoration of the old canal, a destination play area, and more.
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Councillors look for strategies to avoid overzealous hedge cutting in Howth
An August effort to trim back vegetation to clear the tramway trail went way too far, locals say – and the council admits.
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In a new exhibition, black and white photos of inner-city Dublin in the 1970s and ’80s are re-imagined in vivid colours
“Fragments from Life” at the Sean O’Casey Community Centre features photos from Brian Palm’s archive, ornamented with subtle collage that’s often easy to miss.
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It’s past time to do something with the four empty lodges at Malahide Demesne, councillors say
They aren’t suitable for use as housing, but the council will look at potential community and commercial uses for them, a council official says.
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Council moves to end “free-for-all” at four Fingal harbours with new by-laws
Now in draft stage, they would regulate parking and storage on the piers, expand the boundaries of Skerries Harbour, and more.
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Council’s culture company hiring “visitor experience assistants” as self-employed contractors
Critics say it means fewer benefits and limits who can apply. The company’s CEO says seasonal surges make it necessary.
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Preparing for e-scooter sharing, Fingal County Council plans virtual parking spots for them
These would be painted spots on footpaths where people could leave e-scooters they’d rented but are done with, for the next person to pick up.