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Good morning, Dublin!
If you feel like the city is a little louder (or quieter) than usual this morning, there’s a reason. Last night, the "Save Dublin Nightlife" movement hit a boiling point on South Great George’s Street. Meanwhile, the rest of us are navigating the first day of Lent with a Yellow weather warning and a very ambitious plan for the coast.
⛅ WEATHER Today:
Today: ⛈️ Status Yellow Alert for wind and rain. Chilly with a high of 7°C. Met Éireann says sleet or snow is possible on higher ground (looking at you, Stepaside and Ticknock).
Roads: Blackthorn Road in Sandyford remains closed as part of the 12-week Urban Framework plan. Expect diversions if you're heading toward the M50.
📣 THE BIG SCOOP "Clubbing is Culture": The Battle of Yamamori Izakaya
The Gist: Hundreds of DJs, dancers, and nightlife advocates gathered in Dame Court and Exchequer Street last night to protest a legal injunction sought by the new Hoxton Hotel against its neighbor, the legendary Yamamori Izakaya.
The Details:
The Dispute: The Hoxton (which took over the old Central Hotel) claims it has had to close 30 rooms due to "low-frequency noise and vibrations" from the nightclub. They want an injunction to turn the volume down.
The Pushback: Protesters argue that Izakaya has been a cultural staple for decades, long before the hotel was refurbished. They’re citing the "Agent of Change" principle—the idea that new developments should be responsible for soundproofing themselves against established venues, not the other way around.
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The Scene: It wasn't your typical protest; it was a "street rave" with live DJs and "No to the Injunction" banners. High-profile supporters like Richard Boyd Barrett were spotted in the mix.
Why it matters: This isn't just about one club; it’s being called the "straw that broke the camel's back" for Dublin's disappearing late-night culture.
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📰 SOUTH SIDE SNIPPETS
🎥 Dalkey Celeb Watch: With the Dublin International Film Festival (DIFF) kicking off, keep your eyes peeled in Dalkey. Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas are the big names in town for the premiere of Power Ballad. A "very friendly American" was reportedly spotted in Finnegan’s last night—we’re 90% sure it’s Ant-Man himself.
🏘️ Cherrywood Update: The LDA has just acquired a site for 350 new homes near the Wyattville Link Road. Between this and the new Beckett Link Road, Cherrywood is officially the fastest-growing "new town" in the country.
🏉 Terenure RFC: The final phase of the changing room and hall redevelopment is moving fast. The club is prepping for a massive "Homecoming" event once the ribbon is cut in April.
🏃 Ranelagh/City: If you see people in neon tonight, don’t be alarmed. Run the Night Dublin (5km) kicks off at 7:00 PM starting near Custom House Quay.
⚓ LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
The "Living Harbour": Dún Laoghaire’s €20M Vision
The Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Council has just unveiled its Harbour Masterplan, and it’s massive. We’re talking 30 individual projects to turn the harbor into a "world-class" destination.
What’s coming: A National Water Sports Campus, a new "Urban Quarter" to bridge the town and the sea, and a massive green space called The Metals Green.
The Vibe: Moving away from a "stagnant" port toward a vibrant park-on-the-water feel.
In case you missed it
📅 WHAT'S ON (The Wednesday Planner)
Mind of a Serial Killer @ RDS, Ballsbridge | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM | This global premiere just landed. It’s a 90-minute journey into criminal profiling. Not for the faint-hearted!
The Paper Kites @ 3Olympia | 7:00 PM | Beautiful indie-folk vibes to help you survive the Wednesday slump.
📢 WHAT’S THE SCOOP ON YOUR STREET?
Spotted a new planning sign? Noticed a shop closing? Send to this email [email protected] Help us keep the Southside informed! 🤫
👋 WRAP UP
Good luck with the first day of Lent. If you're running tonight, stay safe in the wind! We’ll be back tomorrow with the big Film Festival opening night report.
— The Dublin Scoop Team
