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Building group Lioncor has lodged plans for a 666 unit residential scheme

Environmental concerns scuppered plans for the Blessington Greenway amid fears over conservation

Wicklow is set to receive a further €905,535 as part of the Community Recognition Fund 2024.

The adventure park, which operates a high ropes and zipline experience in dedicated Coillte forests, is opening its newest adventure park in Djouce Park on Friday, July 18th.

The draw for the semi-finals of the Tailteann Cup has pitted Wicklow against Limerick, the side who pipped the Garden County to Division Three promotion earlier this year.

Local schools are being recognised for achievements in Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths.

Wicklow town has climbed into the top 10 in the latest Irish Businesses Against Litter survey. It's ranked 9th out of 40 towns and cities, and is deemed cleaner than European norms.

The delivery of 106 units of social housing in West Wicklow appears to be up in the air.

Tánaiste and Wicklow TD, Simon Harris met Bray Residents last night, Tuesday 10th June, to give his full support for the campaign to prevent the closure of Herbert Road.

Arklow launched its plan to become autism-friendly in March this year.

One of the most important infrastructural developments in County Wicklow has the potential to gain national recognition.

Tánaiste Simon Harris announced the funding on Thursday June 5th as part of a multi-million euro investment under the Community Recognition Fund.

The nationwide total reached another record high last month at 15,580.

Uisce Éireann crews have restored water supply to affected customers in Arklow following a power outage.

The Department of Education is being asked to resolve the crisis of secondary school places in the Greystones area.

Wicklow schools are set to receive a substantial funding boost, with €800,000 allocated for minor building works and more than €1 million dedicated to ICT and digital infrastructure.

The initiative aligns with the national Town Centre First Policy and has been developed in partnership with Wicklow County Council.

Iarnród Éireann reminds customers that a revised timetable will be in place this June Bank Holiday weekend on all routes.

Installed in December 2021, the crossing was created following a proposal and sustained campaigning by Filmmaker, LGBTQIA+ activist, and Co-founder of Wicklow Pride, Dave Thomas.