DUBLIN is truly a city of two names, Dubh Linn and Áth Cliath, each reflecting a distinct part of its ancient past. The English name ‘Dublin’ derives from the Gaelic ‘Dubh Linn,’ meaning ‘Black Pool,’ itself adapted from the Viking Dyflin. The name refers to the dark tidal pool where the River Poddle met the River Liffey, a spot that now forms part of the gardens of Dublin Castle.

DUBLIN is home to two medieval cathedrals, namely Christ Church and St Patrick’s. They stand less than one kilometre apart, but in 18th-century Dublin they stood worlds apart. Just beside and underneath Christ Church lay a district with a name as foreboding as its reputation, ‘Hell.’

ON MARCH 12, 1925, the newly formed State police force, An Garda Síochána, launched a large-scale raid on Dublin’s notorious red-light district, the Monto, an operation ordered by Garda Commissioner William Murphy.

“COME all ye young rebels and list while I sing, for love of one’s country is a terrible thing…” who reading this has not heard or indeed sang these words?

AT THE junction of North King Street and Church Street on Dublin’s northside stands a now-derelict public house that many Dubliners remember simply as ‘The Tap.’

THE road to Croke Park is narrowing and the upcoming All-Ireland Senior Football Championship preliminary quarter-finals are poised to deliver the kind of drama, intensity, and potential upsets that have defined this GAA season.

NESTLED on Clanbrassil Street, just a short stroll from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Peadar Brown’s is a throwback to a different Dublin—a Dublin that remembers its roots, embraces its culture, and doesn’t mind ruffling a few feathers along the way.

THE recent World Irish Dancing Championships in Dublin saw Scottish schools enjoy great success once again, proving the continuing popularity of the sport in Scotland.

WITH the Provincial Championships now wrapped up and the All-Ireland group stage in full swing, the 2025 intercounty football season has already delivered its fair share of drama. The draw has been made, the first round is half-way complete, and if recent results are anything to go by, we’re in for a rollercoaster summer.

TWENTY years ago, this year, my first stage play premiered here in Dún na nGall. I had written The Flight of the Earls the previous year...

THE intercounty championship is well underway, and we are nearing the semi-final stage in all provincial championships

TWO games into the league and it’s been so refreshing—the rules have really given football a boost

It seems like a perfect opportunity to preview the approaching club championships

THE Irish Voice invites readers to consider embarking on city breaks to Derry and Dublin

THE most quintessential of Irish drinks has always been irresistible to aficionados

HALLOWEEN in Ireland stands apart from celebrations elsewhere due to its rich tapestry of ancient traditions and customs