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Irish Independent
04-07-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
New heritage plan for Wicklow will ‘connect people and places'
The fourth plan for County Wicklow, which was developed by the Wicklow Heritage Forum before being adopted by Wicklow County Council (WCC) earlier this year, contains six key objectives it will focus on, including protecting our heritage, connecting people and places, sharing and celebrating our heritage, promoting collaboration and partnership, building and sharing knowledge and responding to climate change. After officially launching the plan, WCC cathaoirleach, Cllr Melanie Corrigan, commented: 'This new Heritage Plan for County Wicklow outlines an ambitious strategy for how Wicklow County Council will collaborate with others to protect and manage our heritage for the benefit of all in the coming five years, from 2025 to 2030. 'This plan builds upon the significant achievements of previous Heritage Plans and sets new goals for the preservation of heritage.' 'This Heritage Plan strongly aligns with Wicklow County Council's commitment to protecting, conserving, and promoting our heritage in all its forms, ensuring it continues to play a valuable role in our economic, social and cultural lives,' WCC chief executive Emer O'Gorman added. Praising the dedication of forum members for their hard work and continued commitment to implementing the plan's actions, Wicklow Heritage Forum chair Cllr John Snell, highlighted several key successes from the previous Plan, including the Wicklow Barn Owl Project, the Wicklow ICAN Network, the Glendalough Community Excavations, the Decade of Centenaries Programme, digitisation efforts from the Wicklow Archives and Local Studies Libraries, the Wicklow Swift Project, the Wicklow Community Archaeology service and the Historic Graveyards recording initiatives. Local authority liaison officer with The Heritage Council, Ms Patricia Fallon, commended Wicklow County Council for its commitment and leadership in preparing a fourth County Heritage Plan. 'The Heritage Council is dedicated to partnering with Wicklow County Council and other local authorities across Ireland to enhance heritage protection and ensure local heritage needs are adequately resourced,' she said. 'We have collaborated with Wicklow County Council for over 20 years through the Heritage Officer role, co-funding County Heritage Plan programs and supporting local heritage infrastructure. We look forward to continuing and expanding this partnership in the future.'
Irish Independent
04-06-2025
- Health
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Laragh-Glendalough, Rathdrum and Roundwood
Brockagh Country Market (carboot) Don't miss our Market/Carboot in Laragh (A98 D3H1) on 8th June. All sorts of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our tasty Hot Dog and Burger is an affordable treat for the family lunch and for dessert and why not try a delicious homemade treat from our regular baker!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@ All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. Public information meeting The Glenmacnass River is impacted by invasive and non-native vegetation which has badly degraded the banks and associated riparian habitat especially in the vicinity of Laragh bridge. Laragh/Glendalough Tidy Towns has received funding from LAWPRO to remove these non-native trees and shrubs from the islands and mill side riverbank in the vicinity of Laragh bridge. A Public information meeting will take place in Lynham's Hotel on 26th June at 7.30pm, where Ecological consultant, Faith Wilson, who prepared a report and invasive species management plan for the site, will present her findings and outline the steps needed to restore the river habitat to good ecological health. All are welcome and please bring a friend. St. Colmans Family Fun Day Have a family fun day out on Sunday 27th of July at 2pm in St. Colmans, Rathdrum. A fundraising event to benefit the residents of St Colmans. Raffle will be held on the day with live music and the wheel of fortune. Plus lots of other fun events on the day! Mobile library Next date: Thursday 12th & 26th June. A mobile comes to Laragh every second Thursday from 12.15 to 12.50pm and parks at the back of Lynhams Hotel. or contact staff on (087) 9135229. Free access to many online resources including ebooks, languages, magazines, downloadable audio books, newspapers and more. Glendalough Heritage Forum We are delighted to announce that Glendalough Community Excavations will return weekdays from 23rd June to 4th July. If you have an interest in archaeology and Glendalough it is a fantastic experience. We regret we cannot offer places to those under 18 this year. Adult places (subject to availability) are available from fixed blocks of two or three days. No prior knowledge of excavation is required and we endeavour to accommodate people of all abilities. For information and details of application please email glendaloughheritageforum@ RATHDRUM Avondale GAA Lotto - Results for Tuesday 27th May. No Jackpot Winner. Numbers drawn 3,6,8,10. Four match 3 winners €50 each: Kevin Fitzpatrick, seller online; Brendan Brady, seller Victor; Keith Hanlon, seller Catherine; Pj Rowley, seller Pj. Thank you for all your continued support. Next draw is on Tuesday 3rd June. Jackpot €2400. Tickets can be purchased on the clubforce app Gaelic Games For All - We are excited to announce the launch of our All Stars group at Avondale GAA Club an inclusive space for children with additional needs to enjoy Gaelic games no diagnosis needed. Who can join: Children from senior infants to 6th class all abilities welcome. What is it all about? Our goal is simply making Gaelic games accessible for every child focusing on fun participation and social inclusion(Not Competition) When: Saturday 10.30am till 11.30am. Pilot Programme: 10 weeks, starting in early June. Let's play, learn and grow together in an environment where every child shines! Please contact Darragh or Martina to register interest and secure a space for your child. If you are interested in helping out in any way, please let us know. Club Memorabilia - If Any one has any memorabilia Connected to the Avondale gaa club (Cups, Medals, Programmes etc) Can you please contact Sandra O'Shaughnessy on 083 3575421 or contact Victor O'Shaughnessy. Condolences - Avondale GAA would like to send its sincerest and heartfelt condolences to our club secretary Helen Penn on the passing of her father Roger over in England. Our thoughts and prayers are with Helen, Chris, Harrison, Kieran, Conor and extended family and friends. May Roger rest in Heavenly Peace.. Under 14 Blitz - Well done to these 11 amazing young men who represented Parnell Gaels in an U14 Blitz. This group is progressing with every game. Well done to all the parents for the early starts and also to Rocks for the welcome. Michael Dwyers Memorial Cup - Ahead of the Michael Dwyer 200 commemoration in August, Wicklow County Council have kindly sponsored the Michael Dwyer Memorial Cup. This match will be played between the U13 Clara Glens and Michael Dwyers teams, on Saturday 7th June, in Ballinacor at 3.30pm. Come and join us support these young lads, followed by a little celebration afterwards. Classic and vintage vehicle show Wicklow Vintage Club presents the Rathdrum Classic and vintage vehicle show on Sunday 8th June at Rathdrum Rugby Club Grounds A67XO45. Special attraction team engine on display. Registration at 11.30am. Opening to the public at 12pm. All money raised on the day will be going to Rathdrum Cancer Support and Wicklow Hospice and Friends of the Wicklow Community Service. Stall holders welcome on the day but need to book in advance by emailing wicklowvintageclubwvc@ Rathdrum Parish News Masses for the month of June in Clara Vale Church and Greenane - Sunday 8th June Greenane at 10am; Sunday 15th June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 22nd June at Greenane at 10am; Sunday 29th June at Clara Vale at 9am. Also in the Rathdrum parish church 6pm vigil mass on Saturday and 11.30am mass on a Sunday mass on public holidays and 9am mass on a Monday Wednesday Thursday and Friday and 9am Eucharistic service on Tuesday. Blessing Of The Graves - The blessing of the graves and the celebration of mass will take place in Greenane Cemetery on Sunday 8th June at 3pm and in Rathdrum Cemetery on Sunday 15th June at 3pm. Teas and Coffee After Mass - The second Sunday of the month tea and coffee will be available at the back of the church after the 11.30am mass All are welcome Thank you to the hospitality group for providing the refreshments. Rowing Around Ireland On behalf of the parish of Rathdrum we extend our very best wishes to four men. three from the parish of Rathdrum: Cormac Conroy, Michael Dowling and Diarmuid O'Briain; and Tom Nolan from Tinahely. The men are setting out next week weather permitting to row around Ireland and to break the present world record which stands at 32 days. More details to follow on their progress in due course. Condolences Condolences to Jean Maire, Cathal and Mairead McAdams and extended family on the sad passing of Jean McAdams. May she rest in peace. Your News Any group or organisation who wants to put notes in to the Rathdrum notes in the Wicklow People newspaper should forward the information via email to Sandyshaugh44@ or text/Whatsapp the message to 083 3575421 before 3pm on Sunday evening. ROUNDWOOD Music in Calary Music in Calary will be holding its annual piano festival between 11th and 20th June. This year we are delighted to host four concerts, and the performers are: Wednesday 11th June: Kalle Peura Saturday 14th June: Lorna Breen (soprano), Sarah Kilcoyne (mezzo) and Adam McDonagh (piano) Wednesday 18th June: Duo Lyrica (Fionnuala Moynihan, piano and Kieran Moynihan, flute) Friday 20th June: Macdara O'Seireadain (clarinet), David Kenny (viola), and Lance Coburn (piano) Music in Calary would like to thank Jeffers of Bandon for the hire of their Steinway piano and also Wicklow County Council for their support in enabling us to put on this concert. As usual, the concerts will begin at 8 pm with free parking available. If you would like to book tickets or for further information, please email derekneilson11@ or ring (01) 2818118. Tickets for each of the concerts are €18 and €15 for concessions and may be paid for by cash, cheque or card at the door. Local directory The Roundwood and District Community Council are compiling a local directory of all the organisations, clubs, associations, activities, etc., taking place in the Roundwood- Moneystown area. The details required include name of group/activities, contact name, contact number, email, website and similar details. A sentence about your group can be added if it's not obvious please! By submitting the details, you are consenting to having these details printed in a booklet to be circulated in the area. This local directory forms part of the Biodiversity Tidy Towns Group's 'Welcome Wings project' to help disseminate information to new and not so new residents! Please email the details to info@ or pop them into the Roundwood Lotto box above the ATM in Centra in an envelope marked Welcome Wings. Last date for receiving this information is Wednesday 4th June. Blessing of the graves Glendalough–Friday 13th June at 7pm; Roundwood–Friday 20th June at 7pm. Jenny's Pre-School Open Day Jenny's Pre-school Open Day for new children for September 2025 & 2026 takes place on Friday 6th June from 10.30 am to 11.30 am Active Retirement Next Bingo is in Annamoe Community Centre on Sunday 15th June at 3pm - all welcome. The 2025 membership is now due. The trip to Mayo is totally full now. Social Whist Result of whist held on Wednesday 28th May. Top Score: Jimmy Molloy. First Gent: Richie Cullen. Second Gent: Margaret Kennedy. First Lady: Catherine Doyle. Second Lady: Maura McHugh. First Half: Marie Magee. Second Half: Monica Brady. Lowest Score: Patricia Byrne. Longest Sitting: Tiny Shortt. Raffle Prizes: Margaret Kennedy, Ann Pierce and Marie Magee. Next Whist will take place on Wednesday 11th June starting at 8pm in the Parish Hall. Come along and enjoy a night of cards with us. Card game 45 Card Game is played every Tuesday night in Moneystown Community Centre starting at 8pm. Teas served. All are welcome. Local notes
Irish Independent
28-05-2025
- Irish Independent
Around the Districts: Laragh-Glendalough, Rathdrum and Redcross
St. Colmans Family Fun Day Have a family fun day out on Sunday 27th July at 2pm in St. Colmans, Rathdrum. A fundraising event to benefit the residents of St Colmans. Raffle will be held on the day with live music and the wheel of fortune. Plus lots of other fun events on the day! Coffee Morning Join us at Moneystown Community Hall, A98 P9Y9 on Sunday, 1st June from 10.30am to 1.30pm in support of PWSAI. (Prader-Willi Syndrome Association Ireland). Amazing Raffle Prizes–Dublin Zoo, Beyond the Trees Avondale and Clara Lara family pass, nights stay in Celtic Ross Hotel Cork, flying lesson from Newcastle Aerodrome, Keith Grant Butcher Voucher, Danny O'Brien comedy tickets, King Hair Goodie Bag, annual membership to Powerscourt Gardens, and lots more. Pop in for a cuppa, enjoy some fruit, cake, and all while supporting a great cause. Let's make a difference together. For Raffle Tickets whatapp/txt 086 348 7175. We would love to see you there. Glendalough Hermitage Centre - Pilgrim Walks Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin's Day Saturday 31st May in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of 8 different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area. Area A - Route 1 Glenmalure: Leader: Carmel O'Toole 087 4165298. Route 2: Ballinabarney/Greenane Leaders: Sean Dunne 086 8937650 Jimmy Devitt 087 7832870. Area B - Route 3: Annamoe: Leader: Robbie Carter 085 8118198. Route 4: Glenmacnass: Leader: Ann Nolan 086 0851665. Area C - Route 5: Trooperstown Leader: Andrew Doyle 086 8370088. Route 6: Clara Vale Leader: Ann O Brien 085 1102220. Route 7 Rathdrum Leader: Anne Savage 087 7936818. Area D - Route 8: Wicklow Gap Leader: Sr Breda Ahearn 087 2446601 If you're thinking of walking all you need to do is- Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will give you the details on the route's length, starting time, location etc Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a 'gathering' of walkers sharing refreshments at the Hermitage Centre near St Kevin's Church, Laragh after 2pm. Glendalough Heritage Forum We are delighted to announce that Glendalough Community Excavations will return weekdays 23rd June-4th July. If you have an interest in archaeology and Glendalough it is a fantastic experience. We regret we cannot offer places to those under 18 this year. Adult places (subject to availability) are available from fixed blocks of two or three days. No prior knowledge of excavation is required and we endeavour to accommodate people of all abilities. For information and details of application please email glendaloughheritageforum@ Brockagh Country Market (carboot) Don't miss our Market/Carboot in Laragh (A98 D3H1) on 8th June. All sorts of bargains and from gifts, clothes, plants, books, toys, skincare products, candles, art, tools, household items etc. You might be a keen bargain hunter or enjoy browsing for affordable gifts. Open to the public from 10am to 3pm. Tea, coffee and food snacks are available. Our tasty Hot Dog and Burger is an affordable treat for the family lunch and for dessert and why not try a delicious homemade treat from our regular baker!! The barrier will be locked from 6pm Saturday evening until 8am Sunday morning. You can contact us by phone 0404 45600 (Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm) or email brockaghoffice@ All stallholders must pre book their space or no entry on the day. AA Meetings (Ongoing) Closed AA Meetings are held in the Brockagh Resource Centre at 8.30 p.m. every Monday night. All are welcome to come along. RATHDRUM Avondale GAA Lotto - Results for Tuesday 20th May. No Jackpot Winner. Numbers drawn 5,7,20,24. Three Match 3 winners €70 each: B Brady seller Victor; Dermot Murphy seller Catherine; Pat Kennedy The Brewery seller Catherine. Thanks for all your continued support. Next draw Tuesday 27th May. Jackpot €2,300. Tickets can be purchased on the clubforce app at Gaelic Games For All - We are excited to announce the launch of our All Stars group at Avondale GAA Club an inclusive space for children with additional needs to enjoy Gaelic games no diagnosis needed. Who can join: Children from senior infants to 6th class all abilities welcome. What is it all about? Our goal is simply making Gaelic games accessible for every child focusing on fun participation and social inclusion(Not Competition) When: Saturday 10.30am till 11.30am. Pilot Programme: 10 weeks, starting in early June. Let's play, learn and grow together in an environment where every child shines! Please contact Darragh or Martina to register interest and secure a space for your child. If you are interested in helping out in any way, please let us know. Club Memorabilia - If Any one has any memorabilia Connected to the Avondale gaa club (Cups, Medals, Programmes etc) Can you please contact Sandra O'Shaughnessy on 083 3575421 or contact Victor O'Shaughnessy. Rathdrum Cancer Support We have a Cuppa and chat every Wednesday and Thursday and Friday During May at the Rathdrum Cancer Support Centre The old library 11 Gilberts row Rathdrum Co Wicklow A67RW26 Email info@ Please join us at our cuppa and chat morning during the month of May in our new centre at the old library Pop in say hello or stay a while and have a chat and see our fantastic new facility Everyone is welcome Plants for Sale - Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in May, garden plants will be on sale in The Old Library. Proceeds go to RCSG. Everyone is welcome to drop in, have a cuppa and maybe pick up some plants for your support would be very welcome. Pilgrim Walks in Glendalough Following the tradition of pilgrimage, a series of walks has been organised to mark St Kevin's Day Saturday 31st May in Glendalough. Participants will walk towards Glendalough following a choice of 8 different routes which will merge along the way with other walkers from the same area. Area A - Route 1 Glenmalure: Leader: Carmel O'Toole 087 4165298. Route 2: Ballinabarney/Greenane Leaders: Sean Dunne 086 8937650 Jimmy Devitt 087 7832870. Area B - Route 3: Annamoe: Leader: Robbie Carter 085 8118198. Route 4: Glenmacnass: Leader: Ann Nolan 086 0851665. Area C - Route 5: Trooperstown Leader: Andrew Doyle 086 8370088. Route 6: Clara Vale Leader: Ann O Brien 085 1102220. Route 7 Rathdrum Leader: Anne Savage 087 7936818. Area D - Route 8: Wicklow Gap Leader: Sr Breda Ahearn 087 2446601 If you're thinking of walking all you need to do is- Pick one of the routes and then contact the group leader who will give you the details on the route's length, starting time, location etc Each person will walk all or part of their chosen route finishing with a 'gathering' of walkers sharing refreshments at the Hermitage Centre near St Kevin's Church, Laragh after 2pm. Classic and vintage vehicle show Wicklow Vintage Club presents the Rathdrum Classic and vintage vehicle show on Sunday 8th June at Rathdrum Rugby Club Grounds A67XO45. Special attraction team engine on display. Registration at 11.30am. Opening to the public at 12pm. All money raised on the day will be going to Rathdrum Cancer Support and Wicklow Hospice and Friends of the Wicklow Community Service. Stall holders welcome on the day but need to book in advance by emailing wicklowvintageclubwvc@ Rathdrum Parish News Masses for the month of May and June in Clara Vale Church and Greenane Sunday 1st June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 8th June Greenane at 10am; Sunday 15th June Clara Vale at 9am; Sunday 22nd June at Greenane at 10am; Sunday 29th June at Clara Vale at 9am. Also in the Rathdrum parish church 6pm vigil mass on Saturday and 11.30am mass on a Sunday 11.00am mass on public holidays and 9am mass on a Monday Wednesday Thursday and Friday and 9am Eucharistic service on Tuesday Teas and Coffee After Mass - The second Sunday of the month tea and coffee will be available at the back of the church after the 11.30am mass All are welcome Thank you to the hospitality group for providing the refreshments Blessing Of The Graves - The blessing of the graves and the celebration of mass will take place in Greenane Cemetery on Sunday 8th June at 3pm and in Rathdrum Cemetery on Sunday 15th June at 3pm. The Rosary during the month of May - During the month of May the rosary will be recited at 7.00pm each evening at the grotto in Rathdrum also after 9.00am mass on Monday and Thursday and after eucharistic service on Tuesday before 9.00am mass on Wednesday and Friday in Rathdrum. Rosary in Rathdrum Famine and Workhouse graveyard 10.00am on the first Saturday of each month and in Greenane Rosary each Monday during the month of May at 7.30pm. Rowing Around Ireland On behalf of the parish of Rathdrum we extend our very best wishes to four men. three from the parish of Rathdrum: Cormac Conroy, Michael Dowling and Diarmuid O'Briain; and Tom Nolan from Tinahely. The men are setting out next week weather permitting to row around Ireland and to break the present world record which stands at 32 days. More details to follow on their progress in due course School graduation Congratulations to all the 6th year students who graduated from Avondale Community College last week - and best of luck to all of them in their Leaving Certificate exams. Team Stella Coffee Morning Join us for Team Stella's Coffee Morning on Sunday, 1st June in Moneystown Community Hall. We'd love to see you there for a warm cuppa, great chats, and a fantastic cause! Raffle Tickets available via WhatsApp/text at 086 3487175 or on the day. Thank you for your support – we can't wait to see you all there! Team Stella Your News Any group or organisation who wants to put notes in to the Rathdrum notes in the Wicklow People newspaper should forward the information via email to Sandyshaugh44@ or text/Whatsapp the message to 083 3575421. Summer Fair Scoil San Eoin in Redcross are hosting a family-friendly Summer Fair on Saturday, June 14 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. at the school grounds. This is a fundraising event to support our small rural school, and the day will include stalls, games, food, a raffle, face painting, and a fun passport game for kids. All are welcome!
