New figures show Wicklow County Council issued almost 1,000 litter fines in the past year.
80 cases were taken to court in the same period which resulted in 58,000 euro being imposed through fines, clean-up costs and legal fees.
Evidence of illegal dumping in Blessington, Arklow, Ashford and Glencree led to successful prosecutions, while a landowner in Shillelagh was also fined for illegal storage of waste, including scrap metal and household appliances.
Annual Spring Clean Month Arrives Across County Wicklow
Now in its 26th year, An Taisce’s Spring Clean initiative is once again inviting community groups, schools, and resident associations in Wicklow to participate.
Totem Of Singer Ronnie Drew Unveiled At Greystones Train Station
The 2nd Corten Steel totem at Greystones Train Station has been unveiled that features a portrait of the late singer Ronnie Drew.
Public Consultation Opens On Future Use Of Public Building In Carnew
Wicklow County Council has opened a public consultation on plans to refurbish the former Bank of Ireland building on the Main Street.
Construction Starts On New Solar Farm Near Blessington
Threecastles solar farm will have a capacity of 21.7 MWp.
Site At Magheramore Beach Sold At Auction To Private Owner For €613,000
The 21 acre site has sold at auction for €613,000, a discount to the €700,000 that Paddy McKillen Jr reportedly paid for it.
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