Arklow Port's Potential The recent arrival of a large cargo vessel to Arklow Port is seen as an encouraging sign that Arklow could once again be a thriving port. The “Arklow Fortune” is the first ship of its size to enter the harbour in a decade. This ship, owned by Arklow Shipping, was here for [...]
ARKLOW TOWN TEAM ARKLOW BLOOMS FOR 2017 - FLOWER BASKET SCHEME Arklow Town Team support by the Arklow Municipal District (AMD) has introduced a Flower Basket Scheme for businesses in the Town. Research has shown that this type of scheme can bring many social and environmental benefits to a town. At the May meeting [...]
ARKLOW TOWN TEAM ARKLOW BLOOMS FOR 2017 - FLOWER BASKET SCHEME .... To enhance and improve the image of Arklow’s Main Street (Wexford Road to Lower Main Street) the Town Team proposes to introduce a Flower Basket Scheme for businesses in the Town. Research has shown that this type of scheme can bring many social [...]
RNLI Mayday 2017 This May, the RNLI are asking for help kit out their courageous volunteer lifeboat crew. Sign up for a fundraising pack and help provide them with the equipment they need to save lives at sea. They depend on their kit to help them save lives - and to bring them home safely. [...]
2017 Celtic Challenge In 2016 the biennial Celtic Challenge race from Arklow to Arberystwyth was postponed due to unsuitable weather conditions. It has been rescheduled and will take place over the May bank holiday and the weather conditions are looking good for this year... Arklow Rowing Club traditionally takes part in the Celtic Challenge which [...]
Arklow Town Team Following the launch of the promotional video “Arklow Municipal District – Making a Difference” last year a new Town Team was established in January 2017. One of the objectives is to encourage more collaboration and co-operation between the business community and the Arklow Municipal District. Five sub-committees have been form – [...]
AVONMORE MUSICAL SOCIETY With just under 2 weeks to go. "Oliver" is shaping up to be a show not to be missed folks. Online bookings 24 hours a day www.gr8events.ie/avonmore . The final night is heavily booked so far and the other nights are starting to fill up so book your tickets early to [...]
“PLANNING FOR BREXIT” The Arklow & District Chamber of Commerce are excited to be sponsoring the first of a series of networking events this year with an engaging & interactive session at the new Arklow Library. The breakfast presentation, “Planning for Brexit”, is a topic hugely relevant to the local business community – whether [...]
Arklow Camera Club Photographic Exhibition The annual member’s exhibition of Arklow Camera Club continues until next Saturday 25th March in the Library (normal library opening times). Visit www.wicklow.ie/arklow for library opening times. This club is Arklow’s oldest photographic association, its emphasis is on fun and learning and not competition. It is the perfect forum to learn the basics and [...]
Arklow Music Festival Congratulations to the Arklow Festival Committee for another very successful event. Part of this annual festival is the “Best Musical Window Display” which is sponsored by Arklow & District Chamber of Commerce. This year the trophy was won by Vincents in Upper Main Street for a wonderful display of musical paraphernalia. Pictured [...]
