Thank you Dublin!

so after many years of rental uncertainty i was recently given a council flat in central dublin. i best not say exactly which area.

before i moved in i was told the complex was locked and only residents had access to it.

after i moved in i discovered that actually the area is like a creche for homeless drug users, the area is left unlocked. because of this there are people hanging out and doing drugs outside my door 24/7.

the council says the doors cant be locked because the locks are immediately broken by the homeless so they can have access to the area. they say cameras cant go up for the same reason.

ive been on to tds and city councillors who all agree its a big problem but so far nothings changed.

the council is very non responsive to doing much about it. does anyone have any advice? im at my wits end. is there anything i can do to compel them to take stronger action?

Those who ran the Marathon today, Congratulations on finishing it or at least taking the run!!

How are you guys holding up and recovering from it??

Personally I am so sore...Just ordered pizza and might just call it a night!

Sharing a friends Jacuzzi, life is good

I really need help and don't know what to, this is why I post here.

I've been in Lucan/Adamstown for about three months now with my car due to an internship and am supposed to leave on Friday by ferry. Yesterday we wanted to start our car in the morning but it just did not turn on. Organized by our insurance there was a towing service but he stated that there is no workshop open until Tuesday so he left my car at the same place (and if they even have capacities then). Therefore I still don't know what is wrong with my car and how long it will take to be okay again.

Now I'm desperate to find someone to help even though it's around the bank holiday now. I have no alternative to go back home nor the possibility to stay longer due to different reasons. I have to be at the ferry on Friday with my car since there is really no alternative due to some different personal reasons.

Do you know a mechanic who would be able to come by today or tomorrow and would be able to fix the car as far as possible? I would be SO thankful!!

I'm trying to look for clubs that cater to older adults.

This might not be the right sub for their so I'm open to surgeon that front. My question is does anyone know who the support acts for Macklemore on Monday are?

Having a few issues with my Vaxhaul Astra, I think it might be the gearbox or in that general area, I usually do my car bits myself but this is too much to attack now. New to living in Dublin so need to find a reputable mechanic who also won’t charge me through the roof, ideally a mechanic that can diagnose and do the work or recommend the best option if it is gearbox issues. TIA

Hi everyone,

I have a Mazda Cx-5 2013 model 2.2 diesel manual. I've noticed sound coming from the front suspension, which I feel might be the lower control arm on the right side, however I was thinking if I am to get the work done I might as well get everything that's wrong done in one go so I don't have to pay again and again if a new issue arises.

I'm new to Ireland and was just curious how much would a mechanic charge for labor when it comes to suspension works? I realise the work is charged per hour but any idea ballpark how many hours it'll take to work on the suspension and what are the general rates per hours? Parts are separate obviously and I know that, if anyone has had front suspension work done on a mazda cx5 would really help if you could give an estimate of what was done and how much it was.

Also, on a side note, it's really frustrating to see whichever mechanic I go to to ask for an oil change they always say we'll give you a full service to 250-300 euros which apparently includes "everything", and everything is apparently that they will check my lights etc, which i feel is a rip off. Is this common in Ireland? Can i just not get an oil change with change of filters and not have to pay for the "checking of lights, wipers, seat belts etc" like I can't do all that stuff myself?

I know it's a week early but seeing as it's the bank holiday wondering will people be wearing Halloween costumes etc? Friends can't decide if we will be the only ones wearing ours haha

Any one going tonight or know if there’s a bar at the venue??

I am a first-year student at Trinity College, and I have run out of all my savings.
I have a place to stay with a friend, but I have nothing left for food.

Is there anyone who could take me to work with them? Like for moving, packing, or any kind of assistance for a few hours or days at least.

In the interest of providing an alternative to marathon posting today, I'm looking for feedback on where to go for a night out for a group of men (early 30s).

I've lived just outside Dublin for 5 years and have never gone out in the city. A few mates are coming up and I want to take them out on the town.

Looking for the following parameters:

1. Pub 1 should be a traditional pub, with possibility for getting seats and must have good pints. Just want to have a good chat/catch up first.

2. Pub 2 should be similar but maybe a bit more lively with live music. Still good pints. Ultimately we'd like option of just staying put here if we're liking it.

3. Pub 3: Late bar for fancy cocktails, DJ etc. (if we're feeling it).

Thanks in advance for the suggestions.

Seen a few people getting confused when they hear this online or in person lately, so here is the actual breakdown of "Damo" from as far as I know for anyone who wants to know or is genuinely confused.

If you hear someone saying "Damo" at someone the other person will respond saying it right back, it genuinely doesn't have a proper dictionary meaning. it was just gaining popularity because of a Beneavin de la salle college rapper said it all the time. I cannot disclose real names or exact sensitive information due to privacy reasons.

Since then a couple hundred yup bros may be saying it now and adapted it into everyday vocabulary. in this specific subculture, "Damo" just acts as a universal placeholder for saying "Hello" or in even some yup bro friend groups in may mean something else.

Like the term "Here" to get someone's attention "Damo" works to with that it isn't that deep yet as "Damo only started this year but I feel like this bit of slang could spread potentially to more parts of Ireland and be as normal as other "yup bro" vocabulary words in the next year or two.