Gallery School secretary retires after 27 years of service Blessington Community College marked the end of an era as school secretary Ann Mealy retied after 27 years.
Wicklow students graduate virtually A virtual ceremony of recognition took place at Mary Immaculate College (MIC) whereby the academic and other notable achievements of over 2,000 graduates and students were celebrated.
Kian selected as a finalist in apprentice competition An apprentice from Hacketstown is among the finalists in a prestigious national competition.
Lions raise €1,700 for Open Door The Sugarloaf Lions Club held an online 'Zoom' quiz for Open Door last Thursday, March 25 in aid of Open Door.
Young artists win in national competition Talented young artists from Wicklow have been named among the winners of a prestigious art competition.
Students showcase skills in County Enterprise programme Young entrepreneurs from Coláiste Chraobh Abhann and East Glendalough School are set to represent Wicklow at this year's Student Enterprise Programme national final.
Egg-citement as nursing home residents receive Easter eggs Nursing homes across west Wicklow are getting a tasty delivery this week as Easter eggs are delivered by the gardaí.
Roadworks around Greystones district Roadworks started on Cliff Road in Greystones on Monday and will go on for eight weeks.
Apprentice plumber through to competition semi-finals A plumbing apprentice from Redcross has made it through to the semi-finals of the Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2021 competition.
Campaign for beach changing shelter Green Party Councillor Erika Doyle is working to get a changing shelter installed on Bray beach, for the ever-increasing number of sea swimmers that enjoy a dip at this location.
Older people rolling their sleeves up to help others Older people in County Wicklow are turning lockdown into an opportunity to do good
Gallery Back to school for third to sixth class pupils There was great excitement at St Fergal's National School in Bray last Monday, as third to sixth class pupils returned to school.
Easter egg appeal for Newcastle Hospital patients A Kilcoole woman is behind an Easter Egg appeal which aims to donate 1,000 of the treats to patients of Newcastle Hospital.
Buildings go green as part of St Patrick's Day celebrations Public buildings have been lit up in green to celebrate the national day, in the absence of parades this year.
Billy was a gifted poet and devoted to all his family William (Billy) McNeice was born in Castleisland, County Kerry on October 14th, 1930. He was a second son to George and Nellie McNeice.
Local businesses support Meals on Wheels A generous donation of fleece blankets, fuel and care packs has been made to Arklow Meals on Wheels to support older members of the community.
RehabCare clients do one million steps RehabCare Bray is aiming to achieve one million steps to help raise awareness and funds for the Five Loaves homeless charity in Bray.
Barn Owl Project swoops in to Arklow An Arklow man has gotten involved in a new barn owl conservation project.
Plans for renewal of Enniskerry village Part 8 consultation is under way Town & Village Renewal Scheme in Enniskerry for public realm works, including pedestrian accessibility, development of a community garden and remedial works to the Town Clock.
Several roads projects are in the planning District engineer Ruairí O'Hanlon gave members an overview of various projects on the table funded by the National Transport Authority.
Call for mature trees to be focus of planting Councillor Mags Crean has welcomed a positive response from Wicklow County Council's chief executive in response to her request that mature trees be planted in the Greystones district.
Street furniture and new trees on the cards for Newtown Wicklow Municipal District has a number of works planned for Newtownmountkennedy over the coming months.
Kiosks available for trading from April Bray Tourism is inviting expressions of interest from people seeking to lease the kiosks at Bray seafront.
Paul and Aine Sexton devoted their lives to their children and business There was heartbreak over the past months for those who knew Paul and Aine Sexton, who died just 23 days apart, after 50 years of marriage.
Raoul the Harbour Bar cat passes away One of Bray's most famous and well-loved cats has passed away, to the sorrow of the staff and patrons of the Harbour bar.
International Women’s Day charity challenge Arklow Town Team has launched a charity challenge to aid of a local cause for this year's International Women's Day.
Lions present €1,000 to cancer support group Sugarloaf Lions Club presented a cheque for €1,000 to Greystones Cancer Support last week.
Gallery Lockdown birthday is a day to remember Ro Dunne and her family celebrated the very special occasion of her 60th birthday in recent weeks.
The Killruddery Hunt 1744 ballad: remembered yet rarely performed Historian Sean J Murphy from Windgates writes about a famous ballad recalling a memorable fox hunt which took place from Killruddery near Bray in December 1744. The article is based on a recent talk delivered via Zoom to members of the Kilmacanogue History Society.
