Feb 22
Later this year marks the one hundred anniversary of the beginning of World War One . Between 1914 and 1918 approximately 17 million people would lose their lives across Europe during the Imperialist conflict . This includes approximately 50,000 Irishmen , 8,000 of them from Dublin. Between August of 1914 and November 1918 over 28,000 …
Feb 16
For five nights only , not to be missed , as the traditional local panto delivers entertainment second to none.
Feb 14
A valentine special from the history group , this is a clipping from a 1984 edition of the East Wall Credit union newsletter . Pre internet and facebook this was the place for all the local news and gossip , including details of the areas newlyweds , even those with “mystery” grooms . Hope …
Feb 10
A picture speaks a thousand words , so what more can we say . Beautiful images by local photographer Karl Larkin, taken in January 2013.
Feb 04
In December of 1954 the areas of East Wall , North Strand and Fairview were severely flooded. This song was written shortly afterwards by Church Road resident Joe O’Grady . It includes details of various events during the flood , and name checks numerous residents . We hope you enjoy it , and please share …
Feb 01
On this date, 1st February 2002 East Wall was severely flooded, causing major damage throughout the community. The flooding was the worst seen locally since 1954, when the impact caused the railway bridge on East Wall Road to collapse. A number of other photos are available at www.facebook.com/eastwallhistory If you have photos of either events, …
