Dublin
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‘I don’t plan on doing it forever’ – Allie Sherlock on busking, music, and having millions of followers
By Liam Murphy Allie Sherlock was just 9 years old when she first started playing music. The Cork native then took to the streets busking just two years after, aged 11. Since then, the singer songwriter, now aged 19, has gone on to…
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Victorian Monuments and Vacant Buildings: Is Dún Laoghaire’s Highstreet in Decline?
By Jessica Lee Located on the south coast of Dublin Bay, Dún Laoghaire gained popularity in the Victorian era as a popular tourist destination due to attractions like the East Pier and Ireland’s first passenger railway. However, in recent years, locals have become…
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Attending the 2024 Dublin Book Festival
By Ethan McDonagh The Dublin Book Festival took place between November 6th-10th this year and provided people with a variety of informative discussions from renowned Irish authors as well as guided tours to learn about some of Dublin’s most famous writers. The festival…
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O’Connell Street’s Decline: Iconic Dublin Landmark Faces Neglect and Urban Decay
By Jason Quigley O’Connell Street, once the heart of Dublin’s city centre and a vibrant hub of activity, has seen noticeable neglect and signs of urban decay in recent years. This iconic thoroughfare, known for its historic monuments and central location, is now…
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Ireland’s first LGBTQ+ basketball club Shamrock Sióga and its shining light of inclusivity
By Gary Petrov Inclusivity and providing a safe space for all participants are core values of sport, especially when it comes to identifying as LGBTQ+. A basketball club in Dublin has been set up this year – aimed at being an inclusive sports…
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Meet Dublin’s Newest Art Collective Celebrating Black Alternative Culture
By Dearbhla Kiarie The AV Club is a new art collective seeking to promote Black alternative culture in Ireland, by curating events that celebrate Black individuals in subcultures, such as punk, goth, rock, metal. Founders Tina Wekare and Jasmine Odabi described their creation…
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A Way to Celebrate Black History Month in Ireland
By Mene Agbofodoh The Red Line Book Festival held a book conference for influential Black Women in Ireland to celebrate Black History Month. The Red Line Book Festival is a cultural event that happens once every year. It is held to appreciate and…
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In Photos: Oscariana Sees Oscar Wilde’s Childhood Home Open to the Public
By Adam Stynes Last month, marked the 170th birthday of Oscar Wilde. The City.ie took a visit to the famous poet’s childhood house where the event Oscariana was taking place, while also going to see key locations around Dublin associated with the poet’s…
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Is Female Healthcare Taken Seriously in Ireland?
By Molly O’Reilly Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can affect a woman’s health in more ways than one. As more people are becoming aware of PCOS as a disorder women experience, there is more questions to answer as we discover female health continues to…
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Richmond Park: The Home of Saint Patrick’s Athletic
By Derek Price Richmond Park is the well-known venue, pitch, and home, of St Patrick’s Athletic football team in Dublin, in the heart of Inchicore in Dublin. According to the team’s website, the ground was originally used as a recreational area by the…
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