Taoiseach confirms new extension for Temple Carrig School
This morning, Taoiseach Simon Harris confirmed that Temple Carrig School’s additional school accommodation application has been approved. Today’s approval will provide the school with a general...
View ArticleDreamgun Film Reads: Toy Story @ Whale Theatre, Greystones
Dreamgun Film Reads presents a live reading of Toy Story – like you’ve never heard it before! Please note, this show contains swearing and adult themes, and is definitely not suitable for children!...
View ArticleWicklow man jailed for role in €6m drugs operation
A man from Enniskerry has been jailed today for his role in a multi-million euro drugs operation that stretched from Bilbao in Spain to Ireland. The drugs had been intercepted by customs when they...
View ArticleWicklow Montessori students win All-Island Junior Entrepreneur Programme...
The 5th and 6th class students at Wicklow Montessori received the junior entrepreneur award for their innovative product that helps keep children engaged and entertained through long journeys. The...
View ArticleTragic incident on the line leads to disruption of rail services to Dublin...
There is a significant disruption to rail services to Dublin this morning following a tragic incident on the line between Raheny and Connolly Station. All DART and commuter trains are suspended between...
View ArticleArklow boy Callum Hughes enjoys first holiday since sight-saving operations
Callum Hughes (11) went on his very first holiday abroad after surgeries that helped to save him from partial blindness and improve his hearing. Callum, at only four years of age, was diagnosed with...
View ArticleWicklow students create beautiful pebble art inspired by Taylor Swift song
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Sweet Nothing”, which famously namedrops Wicklow, two teens from Bray have started their own pebble art company to encourage people to explore our beautiful county. The...
View ArticleWhat to expect at this year’s SSE Renewables Round Ireland 2024 in Wicklow Town
It’s one of the most important dates in the sailing calendar, and it’s all happening in Wicklow this weekend. The Round Ireland has grown exponentially since the first event in 1980, with sailors and...
View ArticleOpen Water Festival to take place in Greystones this August
Flow State Open Water Swimming have announced that Greystones will be the home of its very first Open Water Festival on August 17th. The Flow State Open Water Festival will offer attendees a whole host...
View ArticleBrady calls on government to address funding shortfall in cancer services
Wicklow Sinn Féin TD John Brady met this week with CEO of the Irish Cancer Society Averil Power along with other members of the Charity to discuss current levels of underfunding of cancer services in...
View ArticleThree men arrested for alleged harassment of Taoiseach Simon Harris
Three men, aged in their 30s and 40s, have been arrested today for allegedly harassing Taoiseach Simon Harris. The men were arrested earlier this morning by Gardaí in the Wexford-Wicklow Division, and...
View ArticleGreystones Weekly Calendar
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View ArticleTop five most popular places in Wicklow to walk, run, or cycle
If we’ve said it once, we’ve said it a thousand times. County Wicklow has a wealth of beauty spots and trails that are perfect for any level of outdoor activities, whether it’s for a leisurely stroll...
View ArticleWicklow Scouts donate €2,550 to Wicklow Rapid Response
Dermot Moore of Wicklow Scouts presented Wicklow Rapid Response with a cheque for a whopping €2,550 following the scouts’ sponsored hike around Lough Ouler. Two of Wicklow’s most beloved institutions...
View ArticleRattle and Hum (U2 Tribute act) @ Whale Theatre, Greystones
Rattle and Hum (The Finest U2 Tribute Band on the Planet, Ref Hotpress) It’s no easy gig being a tribute band, particularly when your inspiration is U2. Not only are they one of the highest profile...
View ArticleWicklow’s €5.3million LEADER Programme is open for applications
Wicklow Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) formally launched the new 2023 – 2027 LEADER Programme for County Wicklow on June 19th in Ballybeg House,Tinahely. TV Chef and former LEADER...
View ArticleWicklow primary schools honoured at Curious Minds Awards 2024
10 Wicklow primary schools won top prizes at the Curious Minds Awards 2024, which sheds a spotlight on the scientific endeavours of schools all around Ireland. The 10 Wicklow schools were honoured by...
View ArticleWicklow RNLI lead tributes to former Harbourmaster Robert Flood
The former Harbourmaster of Wicklow Town sadly passed away at his home on the 19th of June. Captain Robert Flood was the lifeboat’s deputy launching authority for over 18 years, where he proudly...
View Article89% of Wicklow schools on track for free solar panels – Matthews
Green TD Steven Matthews has welcomed the strong level of demand for the Schools PV Programme with 89 schools across Co. Wicklow progressing to tender to date and will shortly see panels on their...
View ArticlePhelim Drew Band: Folk, Blues & Banter @Whale Theatre, Greystones
Phelim is delighted to be back at The Whale for this summer night with a “top of the bus” band: The incomparable Anto Drennan on guitar. A master of his craft who has explored his innatemusicality...
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