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ESRI research shows Ireland is in line with its European counterparts when it comes to housing affordability

Selfless, affectionate and lion-hearted, the late Denis Kenny from Arklow was a “good and caring gentleman” who always thought of others. A brave fireman, dedicated volunteer and cornerstone of his community, Denis’ welcoming smile and quick wit brought joy to so many.

New Ross Sea Scouts have been very active over recent weeks with an open day at New Ross Boat Club, a weekend trip to Graiguenamanagh and rowing adventures on the Barrow near New Ross.

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Elected Arklow Councillors were unanimous in their concern about the shocking state of some of the town’s green spaces, where grass has grown up to 4ft tall and left local residents “tormented”.

Wicklow County Council have refused an application from a local caravan park owner for coastal defence works at Clogga Beach in Askintinny, Arklow.

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Elected Arklow Councillors divulged personal accounts of hardship, loss and helplessness at the hands of the homeless crisis at an emotionally charged presentation on Wicklow’s Homeless Services.

Arklow councillors have thanked Wicklow County Council staff for progressing the long-discussed columbarium wall at St Gabriel’s Cemetery through the tendering stage.

Popular Arklow character and owner of the Deck Coffee House, Paul Sutton, is gearing up to cycle 200km in aid of East Coast Samaritans on Monday, July 24.