Wicklow projects scoop awards
Six projects from school across County Wicklow received awards and commendations at the recent BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition at the RDS.
Fury at €50m spent by Irish Water on fees
The recent revelation that Irish Water has spent some €50 million on consultancy fees was met with much anger at the latest meeting of Wicklow County Council.
Local man fights extradition to US
A Kilpedder man appeared before the High Court on Monday as the US Authorities want him extradited due to his alleged links with drug trafficking website Silk Road.
Abuser 'made my life hell' says victim
A North Wicklow man who abused his step daughter when she was a teenager destroying her childhood and making her life 'hell' will be sentenced on Monday.
Harris pleased Irish Water called to account at PAC
Fine Gael Wicklow TD and member of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Simon Harris, said he is pleased that representatives from Irish Water are to appear before the PAC today (Wednesday) to discuss how public money has been spent in setting up the new semi State body.
Doyle welcomes growth in food and drink exports
Deputy Andrew Doyle (pictured) has welcomed news that Ireland's food and beverages exports grew by over 9 per cent in 2013
Row over jobs think tank
An update on the progress of the County Wicklow Economic Think Tank proved contentious at the latest Wicklow County Council meeting.
Storm batters Bray coastline
Queen of Peace Youth Club and the Coffee Dock at the southern end of the seafront suffered water damage at high tide on Monday afternoon as a storm battered the coastline.
Drunk mum who punched garda in face avoids jail
A woman who punched a garda in the face was sentenced to four months suspended as long as she keeps the peace for one year.
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Wicklow projects scoop awards
Six projects from school across County Wicklow received awards and commendations at the recent BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition at the RDS.
Local man fights extradition to US
A Kilpedder man appeared before the High Court on Monday as the US Authorities want him extradited due to his alleged links with drug trafficking website Silk Road.
Abuser 'made my life hell' says victim
A North Wicklow man who abused his step daughter when she was a teenager destroying her childhood and making her life 'hell' will be sentenced on Monday.
Fury at €50m spent by Irish Water on fees
The recent revelation that Irish Water has spent some €50 million on consultancy fees was met with much anger at the latest meeting of Wicklow County Council.
Doyle welcomes growth in food and drink exports
Deputy Andrew Doyle (pictured) has welcomed news that Ireland's food and beverages exports grew by over 9 per cent in 2013
Row over jobs think tank
An update on the progress of the County Wicklow Economic Think Tank proved contentious at the latest Wicklow County Council meeting.
Harris pleased Irish Water called to account at PAC
Fine Gael Wicklow TD and member of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Simon Harris, said he is pleased that representatives from Irish Water are to appear before the PAC today (Wednesday) to discuss how public money has been spent in setting up the new semi State body.
'I'll stab you in jugular' - threat on bus
A Kilcoole youth intimidated a person on a bus, telling him he would 'stab him in the jugular', a court has heard.
Dunlavin man eyes Mars one day, to work, rest and play
A Dunlavin astrophysicist is one of three Irish people who have made it to the last 1,058 applicants for a place on a trip to Mars in 2024.
Students hold sale of work in aid of typhoon victims
Students at the National Learning Network in Bray were so moved by the pictures they saw and the stories they heard about the devastating impact of Typhoon Haiyan on the Philippines that they wanted to do something to help - so they held a Sale of Work.
Catering company wins award from Heart Foundation
A County Wicklow company is on the move to promote physical activity among its workforce.
'I'll stab you in jugular' - threat on bus
A Kilcoole youth intimidated a person on a bus, telling him he would 'stab him in the jugular', a court has heard.
Aldi about to open in Greystones
The wait is almost over and Aldi is to open its doors to the shoppers of Greystones this week.
Seeking new homes for rescued horses
The Irish Horse Welfare Trust is looking for short term foster homes and long term homes for rescued horses.
'Learning has just been transformed'
Colaiste Bride Carnew has been at the cutting edge of digital technology since August 2012 when the incoming first year students were equipped with iPads instead of weighty text books.
Community given gift of parish hall
The local parish centre has been handed over to the community of Kilcoole after being owned by the St. Laurence O'Toole Diocesan Trust since 1960.
Jacob's travel to battle Lynham's
The League resumed on Friday night following the Christmas break with Jacob's making the short journey to Laragh to take on Lynham's.
Under-20s take massive step to title
On a dank and dismal Sunday afternoon in Templeville Road, the Greystones under-20s squad out-muscled a star-studded St. Mary's College side in a crucial top of the table clash that now leaves them eight points clear with just three league fixtures remaining.
Conyngham Cup joy for Wicklow's Flood at Punchestown
Wicklow trainer Francis Flood recorded a memorable win at Punchestown on Saturday when he saddled Too Late To Sell to land the prestigious Conyngham Cup.
Amazons see off spirited Tullamore challenge
On Sunday the Arklow Amazons contested the eighth and final game in their Division 3 Leinster League game.
Raiders bullied by rampaging Lions
The Dublin Raiders Senior men's team started the second half of the season with a loss to Dublin Lions in the Presentation Bray Gym on Thursday evening.
Unbeaten run continues for under-17s
Greystones under-17s continued their unbeaten run this season in winning the quarter-final of the Leinster Schools Youth League against Clane at Dr Hickey Park.
Netmums founder Siobhan awarded OBE
Greystones native Siobhan Freegard has been awarded the honour of OBE in the UK.
New gym facility opens at Sunbeam House Services
Clients of Sunbeam House Services in Bray are enjoying their new gym facility at the Vevay Road centre.
Fire Brigade raises €3k
Greystones Fire Brigade presented €3,640 to Greystones Cancer Support last week from the sale of its very popular 2014 calendars.
Great insight on Martello towers
THE KILMACANOGUE History Society committee and members thoroughly enjoyed the opening lecture of the new season of Spring Lectures held in the Glenview Hotel this week.
Lovely assistants join Paddy for GAA draw
THE KILMACANOGUE Gaa Club held its AGM in the Glencormac Inn last Sunday week and as promised in the last edition, a report on the meeting is featured this week.
New yoga class at Ballywaltrim
A new yoga class is starting at Ballywaltrim Community Centre this Thursday morning January 16.
The 'oil baron of Wicklow'
A new company launched in County Wicklow in late 2013 offers a new range of premium Irish oils grown by Keith Symes on his farm in Hawkstown.
Olga crowned Mrs. Ireland
Olga deVignat of Kilcoole has been crowned Mrs. Ireland 2014.
Hills to the Shores in the Design Loft
The exhibition 'Hills to the Shores' has opened at the Design Loft in Powerscourt.
Date set for Darkness into Light
The Pieta House 'Darkness into Light' 5km walk or run will be held in Bray on Saturday, May 10
Our new year resolutions . . .
For our company (Arklow Waste Disposal) it's been certainly difficult times, says rugby legend Shane Byrne.
Wicklow well represented at Young Scientists & Technology exhibition
County Wicklow will be represented by a whopping 28 projects when the annual BT Young Scientist and Technology exhibition opens in the RDS today (Wednesday).
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Helen set for TV
Dunlavin's Helen Kearney will feature in a new documentary at the end of January. The programme, called Beyond Limits - The Next Generation is made by Athena Media and will air on Setanta Ireland on January 23.
Cujo Family launch arts hub
The new 'Prelude' arts centre on the Albert Walk played host to The Cujo Family last weekend for a screening of the documentary 'Where the Blue Flowers Grow.'
Mermaid Arts Centre up for music industry prize
Mermaid Arts Centre in Bray has been nominated for the IMRO Leinster small venue of the year awards.
59th annual ICA Drama Festival over 3 nights
The 59th ICA Wicklow Federation Drama Festival takes place over three nights in Glenealy Village Hall.
Kim sings at Vicar Street
Local singer Kim Hayden sang alongside Paddy Casey at Vicar Street.
Signal gets a good 'Kick Up The Arte'
Signal Art Centre is starting the new year with their exhibition 'Kick Up The Arte,' with a range of international artists.