Wicklow ranked best county for small businesses in Ireland, Dublin falls to 11th position

Wicklow ranked best county for small businesses in Ireland, Dublin falls to 11th position

Wicklow has been named the best county for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ireland, according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). In contrast, Dublin ranked 11th on the list, despite its large business environment. Small and medium-sized enterprises are defined as businesses employing fewer than 50 people. The data, compiled … Read more

Water supply disruptions likely in Dublin, Kildare, & Wicklow due to major pipeline repair

Water supply disruptions likely in Dublin, Kildare, & Wicklow due to major pipeline repair

Customers in Dublin, as well as parts of Kildare and Wicklow, are likely to face water supply disruption due to a critical repair work on a major pipeline that supplies the Greater Dublin Area (GDA). In a statement, Uisce Eireann said it is carrying out repair works to the pipeline connecting Ballymore Eustace Water Treatment … Read more

Penneys Makes Wicklow Debut with New Bray Store

Penneys to make Wicklow Debut with New Bray Store

Penneys, the popular Irish retailer, is set to open its first-ever store in County Wicklow this summer. According to RTE report, the new shop, located in Bray Central shopping centre, will welcome customers starting July 18th. Spanning 19,600 square feet, this single-floor store marks a significant milestone for Penneys, expanding its presence to 38 locations … Read more

Yellow Rain Warning Issued In Dublin

Yellow Rain Warning Issued for Dublin, Louth, Meath, and Wicklow as Heavy Rainfall Expected to Cause Snowfall and Travel Disruptions

In a precautionary move, the Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for counties Dublin, Louth, Meath, and Wicklow, effective from 3am today until 3am tomorrow. Experts anticipate intense rainfall in these regions, resulting in icy conditions and subsequent snowfall. The advisory also highlights the potential for localized flooding. Drivers are urged to exercise … Read more

Hundreds expected to apply for 94 cost-rental homes in Wicklow

This morning, hundreds of applicants are anticipated for 94 low-cost apartments in County Wicklow. Homes at Archers Wood in Delgany will have monthly rent starting at just over €1,200 for a one-bed and €1,400 for a two-bed. These costs are 30% less than what the market is now charging. According to Land Development Agency’s John … Read more

Almost 600 new social homes to be delivered nationwide

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, today (Monday 9 January) welcomed the launch of a further bundle of projects under the social housing Public Private Partnership (PPP) Programme, Bundle 6. Today’s launch builds on the successful social housing PPP programme being delivered by the National Development Finance Agency (NDFA), in conjunction … Read more

Woman dies following two-vehicle collision in Wicklow

A two-vehicle collision that occurred last night near Baltinglass, County Wicklow, claimed the life of a woman in her 60s. Just before midnight, there was an accident on the N81 near Mullycagh Lower. One of the vehicles’ driver, a woman, was discovered dead on the scene. Her body has been transported to Naas General Hospital’s … Read more

Automatic Plastics announce multi-million expansion and 80 new jobs

A Wicklow-based firm Automatic Plastics, which specialises in plastic manufacturing for industries such as pharmaceuticals and medical devices, has announced significant expansion plans. Automatic Plastics (APL) is celebrating its 50th year in operation in the county by creating 80 new jobs. APL will also invest millions of euros in a new expansion plan for its … Read more

Hollywood star Lindsay Lohan’s next movie, to begin in Mayo, seeks body double in Ireland

Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan will feature in a new Netflix movie which will be shot in Ireland next month. ‘Irish Wish’ will be filmed in Dublin, Wicklow, Westport, Knock airport and other locations across Ireland during September, according to the Western People. Netflix will produce the film, and at the end of September, the film crew … Read more

Man (40s) in critical condition following Arklow assault

Following an incident in Arklow, County Wicklow, on Tuesday morning, a man in his 40s is in serious condition in the hospital.Garda officials are requesting witnesses to the assault. The attack took place at a home in the Ashfield estate, Arklow, Co. Wicklow, at around 2.30 am on Tuesday, August 2. Garda were alerted of … Read more