Concerns have been raised after it was announced a sports club in Arklow will house Ukrainian refugees without any prior notice.
Groups and business who use the sports hall only found out yesterday with little time allowed to depart the facility.
Chairperson of the Racquetball club Susan Neary Farrell says they're not opposed to the site being used by those arriving from Ukraine.
Minister Meets Arklow Merck Staff as Closure Talks Continue
Minister Peter Burke visited the Merck site in Arklow to meet staff and union representatives amid the planned closure. He confirmed ongoing discussions between management and the union over the next 30 days and announced a task force to explore future options for the site.
Bray Teen’s Bail Revoked Over Breaches Linked to Local Man’s Death
Bray teenager Kyle O’Connor has had his bail revoked after allegedly breaching multiple conditions while awaiting trial over the death of Willie Moorehouse.
Devastating Blow As 100 Jobs To Go As Merck Life Science Plant Operations To Close In Arklow
The facility, which manufactures ingredients for pharmaceutical products, was acquired by Merck in 2015 and currently employs around 100 staff.
178 Wicklow Homeowners Have Successfully Tapped Into The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Over €2.75 million in government grants has restored 51 vacant properties across the county as Minister for Housing warns against the scourge of dereliction
Wicklow's Hurling And Camogie Stars Earn International Rules Call-Ups
The Irish camogie and hurling squads for the International Rules Series in Inverness have been confirmed
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