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Continuing port stench a problem for residents
Foul smells emanating from Wicklow Port continue to be a problem for residents living nearby.
Baltinglass crew tackle the ladies mini marathon
Slimming World in Baltinglass is shrinking, but in a good way!
Skate park and adult gym plans on display
Myles Buchanan
Praise for Morrison as he passes on mayoral chains
Cllr. Mervyn Morrison received glowing endorsements from the Wicklow Town Council Executive and his fellow elected councillors as he passed the Mayoral Chain on to Cllr. Malcolm Earls.
Rotary Club presents youth leader awards
The Annual Rotary Club of Wicklow Youth Leadership Awards took place in The Grand Hotel and attending the dinner were participating students, their teachers and members of the Rotary Club.
Maureen says a fond farewell to local VEC
Staff of the Co. Wicklow VEC Further Education Centre in Arklow gathered at The Park restaurant recently to wish their colleague Maureen O'Reilly well on her retirement.
Anger at 'under staffing' of Brittas Bay
Local Community Campaigner and Environmental Activist Paul Leahy has slammed Wicklow County Council for grossly under staffing Brittas Bay during the recent bout of good weather.
Engineer wants to hear complaints
Anyone conscious of strong odours coming from the pumping station at the sea front or the waste water and sludge treatment plant at the Murrough should immediately contact Wicklow County Council's Engineer for Water and report the matter.
Methadone users could get a daily bus to town
Plans are afoot to introduce methadone stable prisoners to Shelton Abbey open prison for the first time, with the plan being that they will be bussed into a local pharmacy daily for their medication.
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Three properties under Allsop auction hammer
Three Co. Wicklow properties will go under the hammer at the next Allsop Space distressed property auction which takes place on July 4.
Man (82) accused of making death threats
An octogenarian who allegedly threatened to kill auctioneer John Dawson by 'blasting him with a legally held shotgun' faces trial at Wicklow Circuit Court as Judge David Kennedy refused jurisdiction in his case last week.
Minister's brother is charged with dangerous driving
THE brother of Minister for the Environment, Phil Hogan was before Baltinglass District Court last week charged in connection with a car crash last October.
Solicitor facing almost €1m fraud charges makes dramatic change to plea
A Wicklow solicitor charged with fraud totalling almost €1million dramatically changed her plea on the second day of her trial at Wicklow Circuit Court last Thursday.
Hernia doesn't save man from four-year road ban
A Grangecon man who alleged he had been unable to blow into the intoxilyzer machine because at the time he had an undiagnosed hiatus hernia was put off the road for four years when he appeared before Judge David Kennedy at Baltinglass District Court.
Funds to replace school prefabs
Four schools in Co. Wicklow will see temporary prefabs replaced by permanent buildings as part of a €15m scheme announced by the Department of Education and Skills this week.
US tourist rescued
Wicklow's Mountain Rescue teams had to help an American tourist off a ledge at Glendalough after she became stuck while enjoying the popular tourist destination.
'Like thousands of others in this country I suffer with generalised anxiety disorder,' writes Mary Fogarty, 'what that means is...
I am normal – that's what every anxiety sufferer should tell themselves, every hour of every day, during a bout of the heebie-jeebies.
Mystery surrounds cause of fire that tore through clubhouse
Gardai are investigating the cause of a fire which decimated Rathnew AFC's clubhouse and dressing rooms.
Row broke out over the minutes of May meeting
A row broke out in Wicklow County Council last Monday about the minutes of the meeting of May 13.
'Like thousands of others in this country I suffer with generalised anxiety disorder,' writes Mary Fogarty, 'what that means is...
I am normal – that's what every anxiety sufferer should tell themselves, every hour of every day, during a bout of the heebie-jeebies.
US tourist rescued
Wicklow's Mountain Rescue teams had to help an American tourist off a ledge at Glendalough after she became stuck while enjoying the popular tourist destination.
Row broke out over the minutes of May meeting
A row broke out in Wicklow County Council last Monday about the minutes of the meeting of May 13.
The work begins...
Work has officially started on the long-delayed N11 Arklow to Rathnew dual carriageway as Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport Leo Varadkar turned the sod for the scheme on Thursday.
Soccer coach claims he lost job as rival was cheaper to employ
A former FAI coach maintains he lost his job only because a rival was cheaper to employ.
Decision still not made on legal aid offices
The Legal Aid Board say 'no decision' has been made about the possible relocation of the Wicklow town office but note that most court sittings now take place in Bray.
Swimming Club brave the cool waters
The weather may have excellent but members of Wicklow Swimming Club still had to brave chilly waters of only 12 degrees as their race season began.
Home crowd can play a crucial role says confident O'Sullivan
3/10. For a moment, that may appear to be a healthy G.A.A. scoring tally.
Wicklow Swimming Club -- all the news
The good weather stayed for races taking place on Sunday. Results.
Meath had the edge in recent years
2012 - Meath 0-16, Wicklow 0-11: They met in the championship last year at Dr. Cullen Park, a game which is still too fresh in the memory to merit recalling in detail.
Holders have edge on Dales
HOLDERS GLENEALY got off to a winning start in the Senior hurling championship with this hard-earned win over neighbours Avondale in Aughrim on Saturday last. It was a match of many phases ranging from the good to the bad and whatever comes in between.
Previous encounter the stuff of legend
CLASHES BETWEEN the sides in the championship have, for the most part, been close enough but Wicklow are still seeking their first win over the 'Royals' in years.
Making the cut!
A young Arklow girl made a huge gesture for a cancer charity recently as she had her crowning glory cut off in aid of The Princess Trust.
Annacurra -- all the news
Thank You: "On behalf of the 4 A's Hill Walkers, Jimmy Cullen would like to thank everyone who contributed in any way to the Kyle Loop Walk held last March in aid of the Children of Chernobyl Foundation.
Ashford -- all the news
Ashford ac: The Marathon Relay will take place this Saturday 15th June at 10am at the GAA Pitch.
A week for our carers
EBS, official sponsors of National Carers Week is calling on people in Wicklow to celebrate and recognise the important contribution which Ireland's Family Carers make to society by supporting events in their region throughout the week.
Open garden day at Nun's Cross School
Nun's Cross School in Ashford are delighted to announce that they will be holding their annual Garden Open Day on Thursday June 13.
Darts in aid of cancer support
Darts players from throughout Wicklow are being invited to attend an upcoming competition which will raise funds for Wicklow Cancer Support.
Maria collects jewellery designer of the year award
Maria Parsons from Kilcoole has won the NCAD-Newbridge Jewellery Designer of the Year 2013.
Trailtrekker event
Keen hill walkers in Wicklow are being called on to participate in this year's charity Trailtrekker event organised by Oxfam and State Street.
Arklow to give big Gathering welcome
Arklow will extend a warm welcome to visitors from the UK and Ireland later this month as they arrive for a special trip coordinated in association with The Gathering.
Run 7K or walk 3K for cancer support
The Get Fit For Cancer Support 7K Run will be on in Powerscourt on Saturday July 6 in aid of Bray Cancer Support Centre.
Ford announces upgrade
FORD Ireland has announced upgraded versions of the Mondeo that will now offer CO2 emissions reduced by up to 8 per cent, improved fuel efficiency, upgraded equipment levels on mid and high series and attractive pricing starting at €23,950.
History enthusiasts join in 'The Blue Walk Tour'
History enthusiasts in Arklow came out in force for the launch of The Blue Walk Tour, a new community initiative sponsored by Arklow Tidy Towns.
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Midsummer Festival returns to Glendalough
Glendalough will be a haven for Vikings, Celts and some even some local Fairies this weekend as the the Midsummer Festival returns to the Visitor Centre.
Sherlock tale in Powerscourt
Sherlock and Watson will be in Powerscourt on Sunday June 30 with Chapterhouse Theatre Company's production of 'Sherlock Holmes and the Hound of the Baskervilles.'
The Gathering Annacurra
The community of Annnacurra is hard at work putting the finishing touches on the upcoming 'The Gathering Annacurra' event which takes place from June 23-30.
Philip will be buzzing to Powerscourt
Bee keeper Philip McCabe will give a free talk today (June 12) at 11.30 am at Powerscourt for RTE's 'Mooney Goes Wild.'
Local acts at youbloom
Three Wicklow acts will feature at the youbloom@Dublin 2013 festival this month.
Aughrim festival promises to be a great weekend
The 'Craic in the Granite' festival in Aughrim at the end of June is shaping up to be a great weekend of music art and craic, with a wide range of entertainment lined up.
