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Tag: Cabra
Posted inCity Desk, Nov 2nd, 2022
In Cabra, Council Considering Making Changes to Give the 17 Shops More of a “Village Feel”
After an event that took over some parking spots last month and put in benches and tables, some shopkeepers recognised the benefits of adding seating, a council report says.
Posted inCity Desk, Sep 21st, 2022
In Cabra, Filling Station’s “Las Vegas Lighting” Is Ruining the Neighbourhood, Residents Say
The council has issued an enforcement notice, indicating that what the owners built isn’t what they got permission for.
Posted inCity Desk, Sep 7th, 2022
Prepping for a Farmers’ Market on the Matt’s of Cabra Site
Locals and councillors say they’ll be watching to see whether a farmers’ market will work here – but that, long-term, they’d rather see the derelict site built out.
Posted inCity Desk, Mar 16th, 2022
In Cabra, a Women’s Shed Plans to Build Community – and Maybe Bird Boxes
“I’m just so looking forward to getting involved,” said Carmel Maddock, at the first meeting of the Dublin 7 Women’s Shed.
Posted inSep 22nd, 2021, Unreal Estate
Vacancy Watch: Matt’s of Cabra on Faussagh Avenue
The appearance of the building and surrounding site are bringing down the area, some councillors say. A representative of the owners says they’ve tried to maintain it.
Posted inCity Desk, Sep 8th, 2021
The Cabra Men’s Shed, Together Again
Before the pandemic, there was a bustling schedule for older people in the community. Starting with new yoga classes, organisers are trying to bring it back.
Posted inCity Desk, Oct 28th, 2020
In Cabra, an Award-Winning Martial Arts Club Fights for Survival
Despite the success of Korean Kickboxing Cabra, the future of the club is in jeopardy. The converted warehouse where they’ve coached and trained for the last 10 years is mooted for demolition.
Posted inAug 26th, 2015, Culture Desk
In Cabra, the Dublin Circus Project Expands
It’s ramp-it-up time at Dublin Circus Project. Earlier this month, the non-profit group of circus artists opened up new quarters at Bannow Road in Cabra.
Posted inCity Desk, Jul 22nd, 2015
At Lunch With… Councillor Cieran Perry
Deputy Lord Mayor Cieran Perry talks about his involvement in the 1990s anti-drug movement and how the government needs to move faster on homelessness.