Chambers Ireland has announced the shortlist for the Chamber Awards 2021. The shortlist demonstrates the strong level of activity that was maintained by Chambers around the country despite the difficulties presented by the on-going pandemic. Joe Creegan, Head of Corporate Life and Pensions at Zurich, the main sponsor of the awards, said: [...]
Receiving the beautiful Waterford Crystal Award this week, Chamber President, Mr. Garrett Dempsey reflected on the achievement. He explained that in the early days of the pandemic the Chamber focused on supporting it’s members and the business community navigate their way through the crisis. In turn, through the Cheers for Charity campaign, both members and [...]
Arklow & District Chamber of Commerce was yesterday (21 June 2021) named the winner of the Most Innovative Project Award at the Chamber Awards 2021. The awards, hosted by Chambers Ireland and sponsored by Zurich, recognise the outstanding work of chambers of commerce throughout the country in supporting local, regional and national business. They also [...]
The shortlist demonstrates the strong level of activity that was maintained by Chambers around the country despite the difficulties presented by the on-going pandemic. Joe Creegan, Head of Corporate Life and Pensions at Zurich, the main sponsor of the awards, said: “Zurich is delighted to continue its role as title sponsor of the Chamber [...]
We really hope these uncertain times will be gone soon. To ensure returning to work will be safe for us, our employees and our families ASL Safety & Training has put together a series of support and training packages. Until those moments arrive we will continue working from home. This might be safer against [...]
Letter from the President of Arklow & District Chamber of Commerce Dear Member, Following on from my letter on the 20th March, I wanted to reach out to you on a number of items. But first let me say that I hope you and your family are keeping safe and well as the [...]
Lap of the Map The 80’s night fundraiser in aid of Mary Hickey’s Lap of the Map has been rescheduled for March 24th from 8pm till late. Entry is €10 on the night. Fantastic prizes have been provided by local businesses for the raffle on the night. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO RNLI/Lap of the map. [...]
St Patrick’s Day Parade The Arklow Town St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee have announced that the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place at the earlier time of 2pm on Saturday the 17th March. This year’s Grand Marshall is Majella Myler of Arklow Sea Scouts and she will lead a diverse range of [...]
St Patrick’s Day Parade The Arklow Town St Patrick’s Day Parade Committee have announced that the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade will take place at the earlier time of 2pm on Saturday the 17th March. This year’s parade will have a fun theme for floats "Bring your favourite book to life". For anyone who wishes [...]
Kynoch’s Explosion remembered On September 21st, 1917, Arklow was rocked by an explosion at the local Kynoch’s ammunition factory, in which 27 men lost their lives. This year, the 100th anniversary of the tragic event will be remembered by Arklow Music and Arts Group (AMA) at a special centenary concert. [...]
