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Granite Seats Gone in Limerick
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- Jun 6, 2026
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- 72
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Summary
Granite benches in Limerick’s Bedford Row vanished after damage—one moved, one gone forever—sparking outcry from local councillor Shane Hickey-OMara, who insists public seating is vital for making city centers welcoming. Installed in the late 2000s when the street became pedestrian-only, these seats anchored the vibe near Figaro’s Barbers and the Richard Harris statue. The council promises a city-wide seating review by 2026, but no immediate replacements. A small loss with big emotional impact—hope for new benches soon. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cb5fbe49de4d424f