Timmins offers solution to mismanagement of public money on State Boards
TD’s new proposal would mean that State Boards contain at least one member with appropriate accountancy qualifications. Wicklow’s Edward Timmins, a qualified Chartered Accountant, who has 20 years...
View ArticleTánaiste Simon Harris announces 5 new special classes in Wicklow Schools
Tánaiste Simon Harris has welcomed the announcement that 209 new special education classes have been sanctioned by the National Council for Special Education (NCSE) for the upcoming 2025/2026 school...
View ArticleGreystones Family Resource Centre Table Quiz
The first fundraiser of 2025 for Greystones Family Resource Centre takes place on 13th March in The Whale Theatre with all proceeds going towards the GFRCs bid to secure a bigger and better premises...
View ArticleRail improvements expected for Greystones, Kilcoole and Wicklow Town
Representatives from Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) met with Wicklow County Council to discuss the progress of the DART+ Coastal South project and extending the Dart to Wicklow Town & Kilcoole. The...
View ArticleIt’s your last chance to see The Cinematic Thread @ Powerscourt House
This remarkable exhibition highlights the exceptional talent of 17 craft practitioners from the Made in Wicklow platform, each of whom has created an original piece inspired by a costume from iconic...
View ArticleWhitmore highlights Wicklow’s driving tester shortage
Social Democrats TD for Wicklow, Jennifer Whitmore, has highlighted a serious lack of driving testers in the county while calling on the Minister for Transport and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) to...
View ArticleSocial Fabric Podcast – Wellness Overwhelm @ Whale Theatre, Greystones
Health advice is everywhere—on our feeds, on our screens, in conversations, and in the workplace. But what happens when the pursuit of wellness starts to feel overwhelming? In this live podcast,...
View ArticleWicklow County Council and MOBY to re-launch E-bike sharing scheme
Wicklow County Council, in partnership with MOBY, is excited to announce the re-launch and expansion of the county’s public e-bike sharing scheme, beginning on Saturday, 1st March 2025. This initiative...
View ArticlePoor weather causes delays to completion of Abbey Grounds project
The delivery of The Coach House aspect of the Abbey Grounds project has had to be moved back to some time in April due to poor weather conditions causing a delay in the securing of ESB connections. May...
View ArticleHIQA report on Sunbeam House highlights urgent need for adult safeguarding...
Wicklow Sinn Féin TD John Brady has said that HIQA’s report on Sunbeam House Services CLG reveals serious failings in governance, safeguarding, and staffing, putting vulnerable residents at risk. He...
View ArticleUisce Éireann offers update on Greystones Wastewater Plant odour
Residents in Greystones have continued to report foul odours from the local wastewater treatment plant, particularly following periods of heavy rain. Following persistent complaints, Councillor Lourda...
View ArticleSophie Redden (20) found safe and well
Sophie Redden, who had been missing since Sunday the 2nd of March, has been found safe and well. Gardaí had issued a request for information from the public as they attempted to trace the whereabouts...
View ArticleBray Station Car Park to have reduced capacity from 10th – 15th March
Bray Station Car Park will have reduced capacity due to ongoing works. Due to works associated with the Bray Transport Interchange project, there will be reduced capacity at Bray Station Car Park from...
View ArticleYoung entrepreneurs set to represent Co. Wicklow at Student Enterprise...
The Local Enterprise Office Wicklow has announced that teenage entrepreneurs from Greystones Community College and Coláiste Bhríde will represent Co. Wicklow at this year’s Student Enterprise Programme...
View ArticleCamera footage shows attempted burglary in Ashford on Monday morning
A resident of Ashford captured an image of an attempted break-in at their home in the early hours of Monday morning. The image, which appears to have been taken by a doorbell camera, shows an...
View ArticleIreland’s top Metallica tribute act to rock O’Sheas Corner this July
Whiplash, one of Ireland’s most popular and sought-after tribute acts, will be performing at O’Seas Corner in Wicklow Town on the 12th of July. Metal fans, prepare to bang your heads, because Ireland’s...
View ArticleWicklow walkers, joggers, and runners urged to take part in this year’s VHI...
The 43rd VHI Women’s Mini Marathon will take place on the 1st of June in Dublin City Centre, and women of all backgrounds and fitness levels are invited to join in and help make a difference. The VHI...
View ArticleMagheramore Beach site due for public auction following unsuccessful...
The 21-acre site is being put to public auction later this month following an unsuccessful resort plan. The picturesque property will be put up for sale on March 27th after planning permission was...
View ArticleMajor investment announced for Wicklow’s Greenway development and active...
Tánaiste Simon Harris has today announced that Wicklow is set to receive a major investment towards greenway projects in the county. It was announced today that Co. Wicklow will receive a significant...
View ArticleJohn Brady demands immediate overhaul of Bail Laws amid alarming crime surge
Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow, John Brady, has expressed deep alarm over the escalating number of crimes committed by individuals on bail, particularly within the Wicklow/Wexford Garda Division. Recent...
View Article