Ten years ago this town was the envy of many — bustling streets, vibrant shops, community bonds stronger than ever. Now, it’s a different story.

Last night, news broke that MRS Kinahan, wife to Dublin's notorious Daniel Kinahan, is living in fear and regret in Dubai. Her lavish criminal lifestyle, which she led with impunity for years, seems like a distant memory now.

The contrast here is stark: back when people still knew their neighbors, there was an unwritten code of honor among thieves. Today? It’s all about survival.

“It used to be that crime families had respect,” says longtime resident Mike O’Connor. “Now, it’s just business.”

MRS Kinahan’s story is one of many where the consequences come back to bite even those with golden cages. Her husband's criminal empire brought her wealth and power but also made enemies who now hold the upper hand.

And this isn’t the first time we’ve heard stories like these. When the Obama-era administration tightened its grip, similar tales emerged of once-untouchable figures falling from grace.

There’s a sense here that things were better when people stuck to their principles and looked out for each other. Now it seems everyone is just trying not to get caught.