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# Smithfield

'It's an incredible cultural hub': Fears over proposed hotel at Dublin's Cobblestone pub

The Cobblestone is one of Dublin’s most popular pubs and is well-known for hosting daily trad sessions.

19.7k

Oct 7th 2021, 2:57 PM

# Luas

No Luas service running between Smithfield and the Point

The Red Line is closed between the Smithfield and the Point stops due to a technical fault.

18.0k

Jun 11th 2021, 7:33 AM

# Smithfield

Luas derails after colliding with truck in Dublin city centre

The incident happened in Smithfield earlier this morning.

157k

Mar 30th 2020, 9:34 AM

# subset

Dublin City Council starts legal bid to remove 'Horseboy' and David Attenborough murals

The murals did not have permission of the city’s planning department.

41.9k

Feb 25th 2020, 6:51 PM

# Dublin City Council

Council seeks operator to create 'tourist attraction' at Dublin's Fruit & Vegetable Market

The market off Capel Street closed in August after 130 years.

30.1k

Oct 6th 2019, 6:30 AM

# Smithfield

'We're in limbo': Over a dozen families forced to move after Dublin fire

The fire occurred this morning in Smithfield.

27.2k

Sep 14th 2019, 7:35 PM

# major revamp

'Ní fheicimid a leithéid arís ann': After 127 years of (very) early starts Dublin's Fruit & Vegetable Market closed its doors today

The market off Capel Street is set to be redeveloped as a commercial and retail space.

22.6k

Aug 23rd 2019, 1:48 PM

# Capel Street

€5 million compensation for Smithfield traders ahead of Fruit & Vegetable Market redevelopment

The market off Capel Street is set to be redeveloped as a commercial and retail space.

23.7k

Aug 21st 2019, 2:53 PM

# horseboy

Planning battle after tenant told he needs permission for Smithfield's Horseboy mural

The case has been referred to An Bord Pleanála, with the owner seeking to have the mural removed.

32.9k

Aug 15th 2019, 6:10 AM

# Refurbishment

Historic Dublin Fruit & Vegetable Market to close ahead of redevelopment

Planning permission for the market’s redevelopment was granted in 2014.

54.9k

Aug 14th 2019, 6:00 AM

# Dublin

Smithfield's homelessness tour guide: 'Most locals don't get to talk to anybody who is homeless'

Shane Howell hopes his tour might help shine a light on the contrasts that exist in this corner of the city.

34.8k

Jul 11th 2019, 11:16 PM

# Smithfield

'It's unjustifiable': Demolition of 19th-century Dublin distillers structure slammed by An Taisce

The 19th century structure was converted and refurbished in the 1970s.

38.7k

May 16th 2019, 5:41 PM

# Smithfield

Brazilian couple tricked out of €1,000 in new rental scam in north inner city Dublin

The couple said they signed a legitimate-looking lease.

78.0k

Mar 1st 2019, 6:00 AM

# story of my pub

'If we build here, we'll have to build around you': How The Cobblestone became a traditional icon in a changing Dublin

Smithfield has seen whole urban landscapes come and go – but the Cobblestone is still there.

8.1k

Jan 2nd 2019, 4:56 PM

# Homecoming

Here's where you can welcome the Dublin winners home

The Dublin senior footballers secured their fourth All-Ireland win in a row on Sunday afternoon.

25.6k

Sep 2nd 2018, 5:58 PM

# hammond street

Minister keen to give Smithfield family court complex the green light

The integrated court complex has been hampered in delays for years.

10.9k

Jul 22nd 2018, 6:30 PM

# stormz in a teacup

The Stormzy mural in Smithfield has been painted over after council objections

Dublin City Council said the artwork did not have planning permission so had to be removed.

28.7k

Dec 22nd 2017, 12:37 PM

# Protest

The artists protesting the Stormzy mural removal hit back with this great Donald Trump graffiti

‘Make Dublin Grey Again’.

7.2k

Nov 24th 2017, 7:08 PM

# the council strikes again

The artists behind the Stormzy mural in Smithfield are running a brilliant protest against Dublin City Council

One shade of grey.

7.7k

Nov 23rd 2017, 5:24 PM

# Stormzy out

Stormzy mural gets makeover in protest against council removal threats

“We’re attempting to transform what is a negative situation for us into a catalyst for cultural change.”

31.1k

Nov 23rd 2017, 5:05 PM

# neighbourhood guide

Your guide to Smithfield: Inner-city village with food, festivals and vintage arcade machines

There’s new life around the square that ten years ago stood practically empty.

11.4k

Nov 23rd 2017, 12:38 PM

# Confusion

Dublin City Council explain why Sunday's All-Ireland won't be shown on big screen in Smithfield

Local media outlets had confirmed the screening, but DCC have insisted that it’s not happening.

8.1k

Sep 13th 2017, 5:35 PM

# token

This new bar full of retro arcade games just opened in Smithfield

They serve vegan food too.

13.9k

Jun 6th 2017, 5:00 PM

# Red Line

Luas not operating between Blackhorse and The Point due to technical fault

There was no immediate information as to when the service would resume.

9.2k

May 22nd 2017, 6:44 AM

# Smithfield

'We want people to know what's going on' - Why Venezuelans will be protesting in Dublin today

Around 2,000 Venezuelans live in Dublin.

15.5k

Apr 15th 2017, 7:30 AM

# Smithfield

Homeowner says new Dublin city centre hotel would block his 'right to light'

Mark and Andrew Cosgrave want to build a 175-bed hotel in Dublin city centre.

33.9k

Mar 6th 2017, 8:30 AM

# the barbers

A new pub just opened in Stoneybatter with a barbershop inside

Shot back and sides, please.

6.1k

Dec 15th 2016, 10:17 AM

# Smithfield

Appeal for witnesses to stabbing in Dublin's inner city

The incident happened last Thursday evening at about 11.30pm in the Smithfield area.

17.3k

Nov 1st 2016, 3:45 PM

# open-top bus

Luas crash: Eight hospitalised as tram and tourist bus collide in Smithfield

Services on the Red Line have since resumed. Gardaí have launched an investigation.

72.6k

Oct 28th 2016, 3:40 PM

# buskin' makes me feel good

Music heaven - Dublin's Smithfield will be chockablock for the Busker Fleadh tomorrow

The five-hour event will showcase “the best of independent music and performance” Dublin has to offer.

9.0k

Oct 8th 2016, 6:15 PM

# jobstown

"I worried what will happen if they manage to open the car doors" - Joan Burton

The former Labour leader and Tánaiste gave evidence today at a trial of a 17-year-old boy charged in connection with the Jobstown water charges protest in November 2014.

16.0k

Sep 19th 2016, 6:09 PM

# pure imagination

There's a joint outdoor screening of Willy Wonka and the All-Ireland in Dublin this Sunday

What a combo.

4.8k

Sep 14th 2016, 7:34 AM

# hoagies

Two brand new retro-looking restaurants have opened in Smithfield, and they look unreal

Anyone for hoagies?

12.0k

Aug 29th 2016, 5:12 PM

# Dublin

Garda chases after man who snatched mobile phone from pregnant woman

The man was arrested and is being held at Bridewell Garda Station.

31.9k

Aug 2nd 2016, 5:59 PM

# Defamation

Teen wins €2,500 damages from Luas operator after driver insinuated she was a pickpocket

17-year-old Rebecca Conroy had sought €38,000 in defamation damages.

35.5k

Jun 29th 2016, 6:15 AM

# let's do brunch

5 excellent places to grab brunch in Dublin 7

Hungry in Stoneybatter? Look no further than these five spots.

13.4k

May 2nd 2016, 10:51 AM

# nowhere to go

'The arts are victims of Dublin's economic recovery': Block T is forced to relocate

The arts collective are faced with leaving Smithfield due to rising rents.

14.3k

Jan 27th 2016, 2:56 PM

# Christmas Shopping

This disused John Player factory is going to be transformed into Dublin's Christmas flea market

It’s believed to be the first time the public will get to have a look inside.

63.6k

Nov 21st 2015, 8:00 AM

# on his ear

A Smithfield waiter snotted himself but made the most fantastic recovery

Adam. Hero.

9.7k

Nov 7th 2015, 4:26 PM

# cutting your cloth

Take 4: Homes for every budget around Ireland

Here is our pick of properties from €250,000… up to €1 million.

3.2k

Feb 19th 2015, 3:37 PM