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Alt rock band Motorcycle Display Team (MDT) release remaster of hit single

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Alternative rock band Motorcycle Display Team (MDT) have released a remastered version of a hit single ahead of their upcoming album. The legendary band, which consists of Dublin drummer Morgan Condon, singer Steve (Steveknievo) Hinds and bass player Brad Larroquette, are releasing "To The Endless" on May 5. The single, which won ‘Best Song’ at Radio Wigwam’s 8th Annual Awards, offers a heartfelt and personal journey over a rich sonic backdrop.
Ireland weather: Met Eireann updates warnings in Easter weekend chaos

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Met Eireann has updated multiple weather warnings as Easter weekend is set to be a washout. A Status Yellow rain warning will be in place for Cork and Kerry from 11pm tonight until 12 noon tomorrow. Separately, a yellow rain alert will be valid for Carlow, Dublin, Kilkenny, Louth, Wexford, Wicklow, and Waterford from 6am tomorrow until 6am on Saturday. Additionally, a yellow rain warning for Galway and Mayo will kick off from 6am until 9pm tomorrow.
Arrest after man armed with knife threatens shop staff in early morning robbery

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

A man was arrested after a knifeman robbed a store in Bray. Gardai were alerted to the incident at a shop on the Old Dublin Road at 5.30am today. A man entered the store brandishing a knife and threatened staff. No persons were injured during the incident. A man was arrested by Gardai from Shankill in a follow-up operation earlier today.
Guinness Storehouse to host 3-day festival with Fontaines DC headlining

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve |Ciara O'Loughlin

Fontaines DC and Lankum are set to headline the Guinness Storehouse's Lovely Days Live festival, a triple treat of music, food, and culture. From May 23-25, St James's Gate will buzz with festivities to mark a quarter-century since the Guinness Storehouse became a landmark tourist spot. Both global hit band Fontaines DC and the celebrated Irish folk ensemble Lankum will grace the final day's stage.
Firefighters rescue two people from burning home in Dublin

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Two people were rescued from a burning home in Dublin. Firefighters were alerted to the blaze in the northside on Tuesday night. The crew from Finglas and Phibsborough stations brought the flames under control. A Dublin Fire Brigade spokesperson said: "Firefighters/Paramedics from Finglas and Phibsborough stations, along with our Blanchardstown ambulance, attended a domestic Fire last night.
Man, 30s, arrested after Gardai seize nearly €150,00 of heroin and cocaine

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

A man was arrested after Gardai discovered nearly €150,000 worth of illegal drugs in north Dublin. Officers undertook the search of a premises in Ballymun yesterday morning. They found around €87,500 of suspected heroin and €61,600 of suspected cocaine. A man, aged in his 30s, has been arrested and is detained at a Garda station. A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardai have seized approximately €149,100 of controlled drugs yesterday morning, Tuesday 15th Tuesday 2025.
Over 40 Dublin restaurants shortlisted for Deliveroo Awards 2025

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Over 40 Dublin restaurants have been shortlisted for the Deliveroo Awards 2025. From local independent burger joints to neighbourhood sushi restaurants and all the dishes and flavours in between, dozens of restaurants in Dublin have been shortlisted for several accolades this year, including Best Middle Eastern, Best Pizza, and the coveted Independent Restaurant of the Year award. Locals can cast votes here to back their favourite restaurants until May 9.
Gardai seek help in tracing missing Dublin girl

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Gardai have asked for the public's help in tracing a Dublin girl who went missing on April 12. Jesica Filipache, 15, was last seen in Dublin 1 on Saturday. The Santry girl is described as being approximately 5 foot in height, of slim build with black hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Jesica was wearing a black jacket, black trousers and white runners. A Garda spokesperson said: Gardaí are concerned for Jesica’s well-being.
Dublin traffic LIVE: Major M50 delays and motorists issued snow warning

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Aakanksha Surve

Good evening, and welcome to Dublin Live's traffic blog in partnership with Dublin City FM. M50 motorists are facing delays of 40 minutes from Junction 13 Dundrum to Junction 7 Lucan northbound. Additionally, Wicklow and South Dublin County Councils have both urged motorists to take care, as they had snowfall earlier today. Roadworks are still in place on the R139. The right lane is again closed outside Craobh Chiaráin GAA pitches in both directions.
'I was diagnosed as autistic at 40 and my daughter says I'm experiencing a renaissance'

1 week ago | autism.einnews.com | Aakanksha Surve

A mum-of-four who was diagnosed as autistic at 40 has spoken of how the revelation changed her life. Tallaght woman Gillian (Gill) de Faoite is one of the founders of Sully&Juno — Ireland's only sensory-friendly design house. The store, which was the brainchild of Gill and her best friend, Nina Shelton, offers a wide variety of gorgeous clothing and accessories for those with sensory sensitivity. Now, as part of Autism Acceptance Month, Gill revealed how her diagnosis changed her life forever.