“I just paint what catches my attention, and that is compelling to me, and that beg to be painted,” he says.
Tag: Grand Canal
Posted inCity Desk, Sep 28th, 2022
Council Floats Idea to Bring More Kayaking, Paddle-Boarding, Canoeing and Other Water Sports to the Grand Canal
The 5km stretch of the canal between Kylemore Road and Portobello could become a “community blueway”, according to a new council-commissioned report.
Posted inCity Desk, Jan 26th, 2022
How Can the Council Make the City’s Canalside Paths Safer?
The cycling and walking paths next to the Royal and Grand canals have isolated, cut-off stretches and can get sketchy at night, users say.
Posted inCity Desk, Jun 24th, 2020
Four Barges Docked Along the Canal at Portobello Have Divided Opinion in the Community
While some residents argue that the boats are good for the area, others worry that they may ultimately facilitate an increase in antisocial behaviour.
Posted inCity Desk, Jul 17th, 2019
Councillors Agree Motion to Get Rid of Bench Next to Grand Canal in Portobello
Some local residents say the bench needs to go, to end regular disturbances in the early hours. Others say they’d prefer if the bench stayed.
Posted inCity Desk, Jun 27th, 2018
Along the Grand Canal, a Dedicated Space for Mental Health
William Cummings is working to create a space to support people struggling with mental-health difficulties. “There’s no pressure to talk but I’ll be there,” he says.