Wicklow writers Claire Keegan and Audrey Magee have been honoured for their novels Small Things Like These and The Colony respectively.
13 books have been nominated for the award which is open to works by writers of any nationality, written in English and published in the UK or Ireland.
There is a £50,000 prize up for grabs and the winner will be announced on October 17th.
Patients Urged Not To Attend GP Practice In Bray Amid Suspension Order
The Medical Council has issue a strong warning regarding Dr Regine Grah, who is suspended from the Medical Register by order of the High Court.
Anti-social Behaviour In Bray Raised With Justice Minister
Wicklow TD Edward Timmins contacted Minister Jim O'Callaghan as residents in the Boghall Road area report ongoing problems.
Irish Artist Honours Katie Taylor With Mural Ahead Of Croke Park Homecoming
Katie Taylor is further immortalised in a thought provoking new mural as fans prepare for one last chance to see her fight at Croke Park in her curtain call
Wicklow Warned of Return To School Transport Chaos
Wicklow TD John Brady is calling for urgent action to resolve any issues before schools reopen.
Wicklow Farmer Among Six Picked for Flocks of the Future Initiative
Mark Norse from Newcastle will receive a mini flock of sheep worth more than €2,500.
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