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Heading to Marlay Park's summer concert series? Here's everything you need to know

In case you haven't noticed the sight of the sun occasionally peeking through the clouds (and the rain) means the summer's festival season is underway.

The coming weeks are choc full of gigs to suit all tastes that are begging to be enjoyed, drink in hand on a patch of grass in the sunshine (fingers crossed), and with a stellar lineup for its outdoor series Marlay Park might just be coming up trumps.

The summer series at the Rathfarnham venue kicks off with rockers Pearl Jam taking to the stage followed by Green Day, Kings of Leon, Pearl Jam, and Hozier - and not forgetting Longitude Festival.

With that in mind here's everything you need to know from who's playing to how to get home:

The 2024 summer series will unfold as follows:

Saturday 22 June - Pearl Jam, supported by Richard Ashcroft and The Murder Capital

Thursday 27 June - Green Day, supported by Nothing But Thieves and Maid of Ace

Saturday 29 June/Sunday 30 June - Longitude Festival: Central Cee/ Doja Cat and other acts including Becky Hill and Jazzy.

Friday 5 July - Hozier, Brittany Howard, Lord Huron, Ye Vagabonds

Saturday 6 July - Kings of Leon, The War on Drugs

Getting there and home

A shuttle service will travel from Earslford Terrace in Dublin City Centre to Marlay Park and there is also a Dundrum Luas Shuttle service with Marathon Travel which begins at 2pm.

Return buses start filling from 22.30 with the last bus departing at 23.30. Tickets are from €20 (early bird prices)

For those travelling by Luas, the last Luas from Balally Luas Stop (approx. 25 minute walk from the venue) heading into the city centre departs at 00.23 Monday - Friday and Saturday, and 23.23 on Sundays.

The last tram heading southbound towards Brides Glen (away from the city centre) departs at 00.57 Monday -Friday, and Saturday, and at 23.57 on Sundays.

After widespread reports of festival goers being stranded at the venue in previous years, those attending this year's concerts are being urged to plan their route home in advance.

Arriving at Marlay

Along with being encouraged to consider your way home, concert goers have also been cautioned to allow plenty of time to get into Marlay Park. In 2022 Green Day fans were outraged at the long wait to get into the concert with the queues reportedly stretched back 1.5 km.

Festival organiser Melvin Benn told FM104 : The key is to leave plenty of time and to make sure you are there for who you want to see... We normally open at least two to three hours before the first support act comes on so have a look on www.EVENTZ.ie and you'll see all the information you need available .'

Safety is paramount for the summer series of concerts and there will be around 200-220 guards present at the gigs.

'They will comprise mainly of uniform Garda but they'll also be supported by specialist units like our drugs units, our trained personnel in the child protection services, child protection officers, particularly for Longitude,' says Superintendent Bróna O'Reilly.

Attendees will be searched on entry and additional security checks may take place inside. Gardai reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone deemed intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, and a strict no alcohol policy will be implemented on all transport and private buses travelling to Marlay Park.

What to (not) bring

The following items are not permitted:

• Alcoholic or other drinks with the exception of water and soft drinks in sealed plastic bottles up to 500ml. Empty reusable plastic bottles are also permitted into the venue are there are drinking waterpoints on site.
• No backpacks or large handbags over A4 size are allowed.
• No garden furniture including deck or fold-up chairs although umbrellas are permitted.
• The following items are also banned: shooting sticks, selfie sticks, flares/fireworks, laser pens, megaphones/air horns, spray cans, smoke and gas cannisters, nitros oxide and any associated equipment, glass, drones, professional cameras with a detachable lens, video cameras, audio recording devices.

Any items left unattended will be removed and confiscated items will not be returned.

All venue bars will be cashless so please bring bank cards. You can also use payment apps on your phone.

Food vendors will accept cash as well as card payments.

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The Marley Park summer concerts are in full swing. Here is everything you need to know, including stage times and transport options. 

1. CONCERT SHUTTLE BUS IS PROVIDED BY MARATHON SPORTS TRAVEL.

The shuttle bus is the most direct form of transport to the concert - as the drop off point is directly outside the venue. The shuttle bus service will operate for all concerts from custom house quay in the city centre direct to Marlay Park. http://www.marathonsportsbooking.ie/

Fare: €10 return. €9 when booked online in advance. Operating times are as below: Note this is a return service only. We advise you to pre book in advance.

KINGS OF LEON -FRI 04th JULY, MACKLEMORE AND RYAN LEWIS -THU 10th, ARCTIC MONKEYS - SAT 12th Customs House Quay to Marlay Park: 14.00, 15:00, 16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30, 18:00, 18:30, 19:00 Marlay Park to Customs House Quay: 22:00 - 00:00 - on demand as customers arrive.

1. DUBLIN BUS

Dublin Bus routes serve the Grange Road entrances of Marlay Park in close proximity to the concert site: 16 Airport / O'Connell Street to Grange Road 116 Burlington Road to Grange Road 161 Dundrum Road Luas Station to Grange Road

These Dublin Bus routes serve Ballinteer Shopping Centre approx. 15 minutes walk to the concert site: 14 Beaumont via Amiens Street to Ballinteer Shopping Centre 75 The Square Tallaght / Dun Laoghaire to Ballinteer Shopping Centre

Please check timetables prior to travel. Note not all services will be operating at the end of the concerts. For more information tel: 01 873 4222 - 0830hrs - 1800hrs (Monday to Saturday excluding Public Holidays) or www.dublinbus.ie.

2. PRIVATE HIRE COACHES We do not organise any private coaches and it is advised that persons travelling by private coach agree with the driver where to collect from after the concerts; if possible it would be worth exchanging contacts.

PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO PRIVATE HIRE COACH PARKING ON SITE and they will not be able to pick up from Grange Road or College Road car park after the event.

We understand that Taylors Three Rock Pub located on The Grange Road may have coach parking space for a fee. Contact [email protected] or (01) 494 2311 www.taylorsthreerock.ie

3. LUAS The closest Luas stations are Ballaly and Dundrum. It is approx. a 30minute walk to the concert site. To see a walking map go to http://bit.ly/1i7mXh5 For more details on Luas routes go to www.luas.ie/routes

4. TAXI & PICK UPS A taxi pick up service will be facilitated on Stonemason's Way, at the junction with Grange Rd to its junction with Barton Rd East.

TRAVELLING BY CAR - THERE IS VERY LIMITED PARKING AVAILABLE IN MARLAY PARK. Traffic and parking delays are inevitable you are strongly advised to use public transport or carpool. Please plan your journey in advance and allow plenty of extra travel time to and from the venue. Check the AA Roadwatch website for updates. For the latest live show day traffic updates telephone AA Roadwatch 1550 131 811 (AA Roadwatch premium rates apply)

RECOMMENDED ROUTES: 1. From Dublin city centre - via Ranelagh, Clonskeagh, Goatstown, Sandyford, Grange Road and then onto College Road for car-parks.

2. From the M50 - USE JUNCTION 13 Exit M50 at Junction 13 Interchange (Dundrum). Follow Brehonfield Road R133, direction Rathfarnham. Turn left at Ballinteer St Johns GAA Club onto R822 (signposted Ticknock). Turn right at traffic lights at Taylor's Three Rock Pub onto College Road R113. Entrance to car-parks is off College Road.

CAR PARKS WILL OPEN 1 HOUR IN ADVANCE OF THE CONCERTS 29th June, 2014 and 12th July, 2014 - Car Parks Open at 2pm 2nd July, 2014 - Car Parks Open at 4.30pm 4th July, 2014 and 10th July, 2014 - Car Parks Open at 4pm

IT IS ADVISED THAT YOU AVOID TRAVELLING BETWEEN 16:00HRS AND 18:30HRS ON FRIDAY 4TH JULY.

SPECIAL NEEDS Special needs tickets are available for this event through Ticketmaster call them on their Special Needs Hotlines 0818 903001 / +353 818 903001 (Republic of Ireland) +353 1 648 6060 (International) Service Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm. For any additional special needs queries regarding parking/access etc please email [email protected]

TICKETMASTER Credit Card collections will be located at the entrance off the Grange Road opposite Centre and Lidl

FURTHER INFORMATION FOR non-ticket related queries please email [email protected]. If during the event you have a query or wish to provide feedback please notify a member of staff. It is your responsibility to bring any issues you have to a member of staff at the event.

Kings of Leon - Friday 4th July - Gates open at 17:00hrs Kings of Leon - 20:45hrs Kodaline - 19:00hrs Last International - 17.45hrs

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis -Thursday 10th July -Gates open 17:00hrs Macklemore & Ryan Lewis - 21:00hrs Ellie Goulding - 19:30hrs Danny Brown - 18:20hrs Angel Haze - 17:30hrs

Arctic Monkeys - Saturday 12th July -Gates open 15:00hrs Arctic Monkeys - 20:45hrs Jake Bugg - 19:00hrs Miles Kane - 17:30hrs Royal Blood - 16.20hrs

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Green Day Marlay Park Dublin gig info: Stage times, setlist and everything you need to know

Green Day are set to play a massive outdoor gig in Dublin this week as part of the influential rock band's Saviours Tour.

The tour, which began at the end of last month in Spain, not only celebrates the release of their new album Saviors, but also the respective 20th and 30th anniversaries of their seminal albums American Idiot and Dookie.

Green Day will be performing their best known hits from the two albums at Dublin's Marlay Park on Thursday (June 27), joined by special guests Nothing But Thieves and Maid Of Ace, and we have all the info you need ahead of the gig.

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A limited number of tickets to see Green Day at Marlay Park are still available to buy via Ticketmaster , priced at €89.90 each plus booking fees.

Ticketmaster box offices and guestlist are located at the Grange Road and College Road entrances.

To help avoid any entry delays, concertgoers are being advised to download, print or save their ticket(s) before arriving at the concert. Organisers recommend saving the ticket(s) to your mobile device’s digital wallet. If you have purchased any ticket(s) for other concert attendees, it is advised that you provide their ticket to them prior to arrival at the entry gate. Ticket inspections will be in operation on approach routes.

Start times

Gates open at 4pm on Thursday and the concert is scheduled to start at 5pm.

The first act set to perform is English punk rock band Maid of Ace, followed by English rock five-piece Nothing But Thieves.

Green Day are then expected on stage at around 8pm.

An MCD spokesperson said that all times are subject to change, so fans are advised to get to the venue with plenty of time to spare.

Fans are in for a nostalgic treat as Green Day will play their greatest hits from their two seminal albums Dookie and American Idiot as their tour is being billed as a career-spanning celebration. The band will also play plenty of additions from their newly announced album, Saviors.

Here's the setlist from the band's gig in Glasgow earlier this week for fans to get a sense of what's in store on Thursday night.

• The American Dream Is Killing Me
• Having a Blast
• Welcome to Paradise
• Pulling Teeth
• Basket Case
• Sassafras Roots
• When I Come Around
• Coming Clean
• Emenius Sleepus
• All by Myself (Orchestral version)
• Know Your Enemy
• Look Ma, No Brains!
• One Eyed Bastard

American Idiot:

• American Idiot
• Jesus of Suburbia
• Boulevard of Broken Dreams
• Are We the Waiting
• Give Me Novacaine
• She's a Rebel
• Extraordinary Girl
• Wake Me Up When September Ends
• Whatsername
• Good Riddance (Time of Your Life)

Getting there

Concertgoers are being urged to plan and book their return travel arrangements in advance allowing at least an extra three hours travel time to/from the venue.

As traffic and parking delays are "inevitable", organisers are encourage ticketholders to use the special event transport and coach services. Promoters do not operate transport to/from venue this is a matter for customers to arrange in advance.

By Car : Car parking at Marlay Park is extremely limited and must be pre-booked in advance of the event. Parking tickets will cost €25 per car. The car park entrance is located at College Rd and is accessed via Whitechurch Rd. Onlv attendees who have pre-booked parking for Marlay Park will be permitted entry into the car park. Tickets for the Marlay Park car park can be purchased via www.evntz.ie.

Dundrum Town Centre Park & Ride : Marathon Coaches are operating a Park & Ride shuttle service from Dundrum. Customers park in Dundrum Town Centre and then take the Dundrum Luas Shuttle to Stonemasons Way.

Tickets are purchased per car & number of persons within the car and should be purchased in advance from https://marathongroup.ie/

City Centre Shuttle: Marathon Travel are operating a return bus service from the City Centre direct to the Marlay Park Coach Park. Buses depart from Earlsfort Terrace. Tickets can be purchased at https://marathongroup.ie/

Coach & Buses : A number of national and regional operators are providing bus services to Marlay Park events. Tickets can be purchased in advance online. Coach and bus parking will be facilitated within the grounds of Marlay Park, access is via the College Road. Details included on www.evntz.ie.

By Private Bus : If you are travelling to Marlay Park in a private minibus, coach or bus please register the details in advance at [email protected]

Luas : Marathon Travel will operate a shuttle bus between Dundrum Luas station and Stonemasons Way, near the Marlay Park pedestrian entrance. Tickets can be purchased at https://marathongroup.ie/

By bicycle : There will be a secure cycle parking facility located within the car park at College Road. There will be no charge for this. Please bring your own bike lock.

Pick & Drop Off: Our recommended drop off and collection point is in the Supervalu car park on Ballinteer Avenue. Attendees getting picked up by family and friends following the event are advised that road closures are in place on the roads surrounding Marlay Park.

Taxis : Following the events, a passenger pick up point will be facilitated on the Brehon Field Road. The Promoter cannot guarantee there will be taxis available after the event. It is not recommended that passengers use rick shaws.

Banned items

No alcohol or drinks are permitted to be brought into the venue with the exception of water and soft drinks in sealed plastic bottles up to 500ml. Empty reusable plastic bottles are permitted into the venue. There are drinking water points onsite.

Other banned items include backpacks, large handbags, bags over A4 size, garden furniture, deckchairs, fold up chairs or shooting sticks, umbrellas, selfie sticks, flares/ fireworks, laser pens, megaphone/air horns, aerosols, spray cans, smoke & gas canisters, nitrous oxide & any associated equipment, glass, drones’, professional cameras with a detachable lens, video cameras, audio recording devices. Items left unattended will be removed and disposed of accordingly.

Due to health and safety, there are strictly no camping/collapsible chairs/stools permitted on site. Ticketholders are advised to do not bring these items as security will have to refuse you entry with them.

Weather forecast

According to Met Eireann, Thursday will be breezy and mostly cloudy to start with further outbreaks of showery rain spreading eastwards across Dublin. Rainfall amounts will be fairly small though, with decent dry and sunny spells at times and highs of 15C to 17C.

It will be fresh and breezy on Thursday night with a mix of clear spells and showers, with lowest temperatures of 9C to 12C.

What else do I need to know?

Under 16’s must be accompanied at all times by a Parent/Guardian over 25, who take full responsibility and remain with them throughout the event. Strict age monitoring in place. Unaccompanied under 16’s will be refused entry without refund.

All venue bars will be cashless and have contactless card payment facilities. Food vendors will take card and cash payments.

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Yes, You Can Run a Marathon

Preparing to run 26.2 miles can be daunting. Here’s how to structure four months of training.

By Amanda Loudin

When you cross the finish line of your first marathon, the high can make it easy to forget about everything you’ve put your mind and body through to get there. There’s no question that covering 26.2 miles is an impressive feat of endurance and athleticism, but it can be an attainable goal for most runners with the right preparation.

Most marathoners train for about 16 weeks before the big day. Here, we’ve put together a four-part guide that breaks the cycle into four-week segments, each with a specific training focus. It also includes tips on nutrition, speed workouts, strength training and mental preparation.

To start this plan, you should feel comfortable running about 25 miles per week, including a regular long run of at least 10 miles. If you’re not there yet, consider running a shorter race this year and gradually working your way up to that mileage before starting a 16-week program. (If you have a marathon on the calendar for this fall, your training should already be underway. But you can still use this guide to check on your progress so far, and to take advantage of the advice for month two and beyond, depending on your race date.)

Marathon training can feel like a slog at times, and it helps to make peace with the long commitment. “Training isn’t sexy and it doesn’t deliver immediate gratification,” said Jessica Hofheimer, a running coach in North Carolina who works with runners of all levels. But if you stick with it and enjoy the process, nothing beats the reward of crossing the finish line.

Month One: Build a foundation

The first four weeks of marathon training (beginning about four months before race day) focus on building the base of strength and endurance you’ll tap into throughout the training cycle. Your mileage will be relatively low, and your pace for most runs should generally feel easy.

Aim to run four or five times a week, including a long run of at least 10 miles. Supplement your running with strength training at least twice a week, which will help you avoid injury as you increase your mileage.

Make sure you’re eating enough to support your training, which is probably more than you’re used to — that means simple carbs before a run, then protein and carbs to recover afterward. And start prepping your mind for the long training block ahead: It can help to visualize yourself crossing the finish line and soaking it all in.

Month Two: Increase the miles, find your pace

The second month of marathon training is more structured: Your weekly mileage will start to grow, and if you’re trying to hit a particular goal time, you should start incorporating some miles at that pace during some of your runs.

You’ll also start extending your long run by a mile or two each week, with the goal of hitting 15 miles at the end of the month. (If you’re training for a hilly race, find routes that will help you prepare for the terrain.)

As you run more, nutrition becomes even more important. Make sure you’re eating enough calories to sustain your mileage and recover from your long runs, and begin testing your strategy for race-day fueling. What works for one person may not work for you, so use this time to dial in your own approach.

Remind yourself that not every run will go according to plan. But you’re already approaching the halfway mark of the training cycle — keep track of your successes and reflect on them as race day gets closer.

Month Three: Here come the 20-milers

By now, your body should be getting used to the marathon training rhythm. During this block, you’ll take on your highest mileage: It’s time to add in the 20-mile long runs , which will help prepare your body for the fatigue of the marathon’s final miles.

If you’re focused on a time goal, you’ll also increase the intensity of some of your runs by spending more time running at goal race pace.

As your mileage builds, it’s normal to wonder where your motivation went. But there’s also a real sense of accomplishment that comes with checking off each 20-mile run, especially if this is your first marathon. Now is a good time to remind yourself why you’re training and pay special attention to sleep and smart nutrition.

Month Four: Time to taper

This is the homestretch : Typically, that means one last 20-miler before you get to cut back, or “taper,” for about three weeks.

Use your final 20-miler as a dress rehearsal for race day: clothes, shoes, food, hydration and maybe some miles at your goal pace. Experienced marathoners and coaches will tell you: “nothing new on race day.”

Even though you’re running less, you shouldn’t cut down on calories. Keep eating well to help your body recover. And don’t skimp on sleep. You’ll probably get a case of nerves as the marathon approaches. Trust in your preparation and take the time to look back over your training logs as a reminder of all the work you’ve put in. When everything falls into place, the race becomes a celebration of your effort.

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Marlay Park June gigs: Everything you need to know about Arctic Monkeys, The Weeknd and Dermot Kennedy

Concertgoers have been warned to plan ahead as thousands will descend upon the Rathfarnham park for some of the biggest music acts of the summer

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A number of exciting gigs have been announced for Marlay Park this summer.

The Rathfarnham venue will be hosting some big names including Arctic Monkeys, Dermot Kennedy, and The Weeknd. As with most places, concertgoers have been advised to plan their trip to Marlay Park ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

Arctic Monkeys will be taking to the stage on June 20, followed by Dermot Kennedy playing two nights on June 23 and 24. Additionally, the Weeknd will be performing at the Dublin 16 venue on June 28.

Although tickets for the shows have mostly sold out, you can still grab the few remaining ones on Ticketmaster . Here is all you need to know about attending a gig at Marlay Park:

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How to get there?

Promoters MCD are warning attendees to leave at least two hours to get to the venue.

There are a number of Dublin Bus routes that can drop you off near Marlay Park. The number 14 and 75 bus takes you to Ballinteer Shopping Centre which is a short walk away from the venue.

Additionally, the number 16, 116, and 161 buses serve the Grange Road entrances of Marlay Park close to the concert site.

The closest Luas stops are Ballaly and Dundrum which are a 30-minute walk to the site. There will be a Park and Ride shuttle service from Dundrum Town Centre and Custom House Quay. Booking in advance is advised.

A concert shuttle bus by Marathon Sports Travel is the most direct form of transport to the concert - as the drop-off point is directly outside the venue.

Those who are driving from the city centre can access the mark via Ranelagh, Clonskeagh, Goatstown, Sandyford, Grange Road and then onto College Road for car parks. If you're taking the M50, exit M50 at Junction 13 Interchange (Dundrum).

Follow Brehonfield Road R133, direction Rathfarnham. Turn left at Ballinteer St Johns GAA Club onto R822 (signposted Ticknock). Turn right at traffic lights at Taylor’s Three Rock Pub onto College Road R113. The entrance to the car park is off College Road.

The car park has very limited space and has to be pre-booked online. People without a booking will be turned away. The car park opens one hour in advance of the concerts.

Banned items

Concertgoers are forbidden from bringing garden furniture, deckchairs, fold-up chairs, or shooting sticks. Additionally, umbrellas, flagpoles, folding chairs, or alcohol will be confiscated at the ticket barriers.

People have also been warned against bringing any illegal items including drugs and weapons. Additionally, professional cameras or recording equipment are banned.

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Boston’s J’ouvert parade to take different route after violence last year

The annual J’ouvert celebration in Boston this weekend will travel through Franklin Park, city officials announced Friday, altering the parade route that follows a burst of violence that marred last year’s event.

The parade, which steps off at 6 a.m. Saturday, will start near the Shattuck picnic area and travel up Circuit Drive before ending on the other side of the park near the clubhouse, according to the city.

J’ouvert means “daybreak” and follows a night of parties. It precedes the city’s traditional daylong Caribbean Carnival, which features participants marching in colorful, elaborate costumes. The carnival parade begins later at 1 p.m. Saturday at Warren Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, traveling on Warren Street and Blue Hill Avenue to end in the same area as J’ouvert.

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Near last year’s J’ouvert celebration, members of two groups exchanged gunfire around 7:45 a.m. on Talbot Avenue, injuring eight and sending crowds scattering .

None of the injuries were life threatening, police said then. But along with two other multiple-victim shootings in the span of a few months, the shooting rocked the community. Four people have been indicted in connection with last year’s J’ouvert shooting, which allegedly included the use of a pistol outfitted with a so-called “Glock switch” that made it fully automatic .

This year’s celebration comes less than a week after five people were shot near the annual Dominican festival — which was also held in Franklin Park, near Circuit Drive, according to police.

In a news conference Friday, Police Commissioner Michael Cox acknowledged recent issues, including the gunfire near last year’s J’ouvert celebration. “We will be there to hold people accountable, but the expectation is nothing will happen” this time, he said.

This year, Talbot Avenue will be closed to vehicles, Cox said. He said the goal in moving the event was to get the J’ouvert parade out of the residential area near two housing developments that have been the scenes of violence .

“It keeps it out of areas where there’s a large urban environment,” Cox said.

City Councilor Brian Worrell, who represents neighborhoods near the parade, said a change in the route should not be needed. Rather, “more strict measures, security checkpoint, enforcement along the route and help from the surrounding communities’ officers should be sufficient,” he said in a statement.

The group that organizes the parade did not respond to a request for comment Friday.

As for the all-night parties that typically take place throughout the weekend, Cox said residents should call 911 if gatherings are getting out of control or too loud.

“Please call us. Let us know,” he said. “We’ll come do something about it.”

And as far as “revelers” on ATVs and dirt bikes, and in cars with oversize chests of speakers, “You’re not welcome in the city,” he said.

The commissioner spoke to the media alongside Boston EMS Chief Jim Hooley and other police brass next to a map with information about police deployments planned for Saturday. Boston’s police unions have voiced concerns about staffing levels, saying officers are run ragged in an undermanned department.

Larry Calderone, president of the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association, praised the commissioner for working to move the parade route but said events like this strain the department, causing forced overtime and thin shifts in various precincts.

“We do not have the manpower,” Calderone said in a phone interview Friday. “We’re in a crisis of manpower.”

Cox acknowledged that he’d like staffing levels to be higher, but said it’s a problem that plagues most large police departments.

“We certainly have sufficient number of people” to work the event, he said, noting that other occasions, such as the Boston Marathon, are larger.

Cox stressed this year’s particularly low statistics around violent crime in Boston, which has seen crime generally decline for decades. So far this year, homicides are down as are reductions in the number of overall shooting victims, according to the most recent police data.

Correspondent Helena Getahun-Hawkins contributed to this report.

Sean Cotter can be reached at [email protected] . Follow him @cotterreporter .

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most Frequent Questions And Answers

What is the easiest way to get to Marlay Park Concerts from Dundrum?

The easiest and most convenient way to get to Marlay Park concerts from Dundrum is with Marathon Group's direct shuttle bus service. You can book your return tickets online via the Marathon Group website: marathongroup.ie . We also offer Park & Ride tickets , which offer All Day Parking in the Dundrum Town Centre Red or Green Car Parks as part of your return ticket. You can book these tickets on our website .

Where do the buses depart from in Dundrum?

Bus departures start at 15:30 from the Dundrum Luas Bus Stop 7981 on the Dundrum Bypass - just a 2-minute walk from the Luas Station. Please check your e-ticket for your selected departure time. Have your e-ticket ready to scan by Marathon staff in the car park adjacent to the bus departure point. After the concert, buses will return to this location.

How do I get to the Dundrum Bus Stop on the Dundrum Bypass?

TRAIN: Dundrum Luas is a 2-minute walk from the Dundrum Luas Station, which is served by the Green Line. LUAS: The Dundrum Luas Station on the Green Line is just a 2-minute walk from Bus Stop 7981 on the Dundrum Bypass. BUS: Numerous bus routes serve the Dundrum area, with Bus Stop 7981 located conveniently along the Dundrum Bypass. BIKE: There are bike rental options available near the Dundrum Luas Station, providing convenient bike rental options for short-distance travel.

What time do the buses depart Dundrum?

This bus service runs every half hour from 15:30 to 18:30 . When booking your return bus ticket, you will have selected your departure time from Dundrum. The time listed on your ticket is the time your bus ticket is valid for. Bus services are very busy, and we expect all services to be fully booked. As a result, we cannot guarantee space on a service other than the one you booked during the booking process and that is listed on your bus ticket.

Where does the Dundrum bus drop me for Marlay Park concerts?

All Marathon Group buses to Marlay Park from Dundrum will drop you on Stonemasons Way, Llewellyn Park, Bus Stop 4707 . Your return bus will also depart from this location. Marathon Coaches are operating the official concert bus service to/from Marlay Park. This means you will get dropped to the closest drop off point to the concert site in Marlay Park.

What is the journey time to/from Marlay Park?

The normal journey time from Dundrum to Marlay Park is approximately 15/20 minutes. However, on Marlay Park concert days, we advise allowing 30 minutes due to the high levels of event traffic predicted on the day. So please allow sufficient travel time to alleviate unwanted stresses on the day.

Is my bus ticket a return ticket?

All bus tickets to Marlay Park Concerts purchased on the Marathon Group website are return bus tickets, including journeys to and from the venue. Your e-ticket will be scanned at the bus stop and exchanged for a wrist band valid for both journeys to and from Marlay Park. Your wrist band will be checked when boarding your return coach.

What time do buses depart Marlay Park after the concert?

Return buses start filling on demand at 22:30 and the last bus departs at 23:30. We wait until buses are full before sending them . Buses returning to Dundrum depart from Stonemasons Way, Llewellyn Park, Bus Stop 4707 - the same location you were dropped off at. No stops will be made en route back to Dundrum Luas Bus Stop 7981.

I need to cancel my bus ticket, how can I do this?

Please note there is a cancellation charge of €5 per bus ticket applicable for any cancellations issued. If you would like to proceed with this option, please email us at [email protected] with your booking reference number and explicit confirmation that you are happy to proceed with cancelling your bus ticket at a fee of €5 per bus ticket. Due to the large volume of emails received, this process could take up to 72 hours from receiving your confirmation of cancellation. Please note, you can only avail of a cancellation/refund up-to 7 days prior to the event.

I have a bus ticket booked but I want to change the time?

Due to the demand of the event, our bus services are very busy. We ask all patrons to adhere to the bus time selected at the time of booking. We are unable to guarantee a seat on a service other than what is listed on your ticket. We are unable to change your times internally, the only alternative would be for us to cancel your original booking and for you to re-book an available time. Please note there is a cancellation charge of €5 per bus ticket applicable for any cancellations issued. If you would like to proceed with this option, please email us at [email protected] with your booking reference number and explicit confirmation that you are happy to proceed with cancelling your bus ticket at a fee of €5 per bus ticket. Due to the large volume of emails received, this process could take up to 72 hours from receiving your confirmation of cancellation. Please note, you can only avail of a cancellation/refund up-to 7 days prior to the event.

Do I need to print out my bus ticket for Marlay Park concert bus services?

You do not need to print your bus ticket. When you book your ticket make sure to download your bus ticket to your mobile device so it can be scanned at the bus stop and exchanged for a wrist band. You will have received your Bus E-tickets from [email protected]. Please ensure you download your tickets and have them in either: iPhone: Saved to your apple Wallet Android: Saved as a PDF Please ensure to have the barcode/QR present on your mobile device and saved ticket ready to scan when you reach the bus stop. If you have booked for more than one person, you should transfer their tickets to them so that they can store them on their own mobile devices. Simply click the booking link on your confirmation email, click Transfer Ticket and enter their email address.

Can I drink alcohol on the bus?

In line with traffic laws, no alcohol is permitted on any Marathon Coaches Bus Services. There will be checks in place at the bus stop to ensure this bylaw is adhered to.

Lost Property?

All property is carried on our bus services at your own risk. Marathon Coaches excepts no liability for lost, damaged or misplaced items. Lost property will be logged 5 working days after an event. If you have lost property and want to enquire if it has been found, please email [email protected] .