Joan Delany, beloved wife of Olympic gold medallist Ronnie Delany, has sadly passed away just days after her husband. Joan formerly of Dundrum and later Carrickmines, died peacefully on March 18th, surrounded by her devoted family and in the care of staff at Blackrock Clinic. Her passing comes only a short time after the death…
The town of Arklow and the wider Irish sporting community are mourning the passing of legendary Olympic champion Ronnie Delany, who has died at the age of 91. Delany had only celebrated his 91st birthday on March 6th, marking another milestone in a life that inspired generations of athletes across Ireland and beyond. Born in…
A major milestone has been reached at Arklow Jiu Jitsu Academy after Hayley, a local mother and dedicated athlete, became the first female to earn a black belt at the club. Originally from Bray, Hayley moved to Arklow seven years ago and began training in Jiu Jitsu shortly before her 30th birthday. What started as…
The popular Arklow Junior parkrun returns this Sunday morning at the Duckpond but organisers say the future of the weekly event depends on more local volunteers stepping forward. Taking place every Sunday at 9.30am, the junior parkrun is a free, timed 2km event designed for children aged 4 to 14. The event has become a…
An Arklow man’s lifelong passion for American football has earned him international recognition after being named the Green Bay Packers’ nominee for the 2026 NFL International Fan of the Year award. Stephen O’Brien has been selected as one of 32 nominees put forward by NFL teams worldwide, with the overall winner set to be announced…
Arklow’s young athletes have been flying the flag high for the town in recent weeks, with St Benedict Inbhear Mór Athletics Club enjoying fantastic success at both the Wicklow Even Ages and Novice Cross Country Championships in Tinahely and the Uneven Ages and Intermediate Championships held the following weekend. Across two challenging courses, the club’s…
On a bright evening in Ballinakill, the Arklow Rock Parnells U14 White camogie team delivered a memorable performance to be crowned Championship Final winners against St. Pats. From the opening whistle, it was clear the match would be fiercely contested, with both sides showing determination and skill. Tackles were strong, the pace relentless, and neither…
Arklow Racquetball Club has made the town proud after a hugely successful showing at the European Racquetball Championships, held in Aesch, Switzerland, from 24th to 30th August. Competing as part of Team Ireland, local players brought home an impressive haul of medals across multiple categories. Jimmy Gannon (Coach) Antonia Neary Reece Young A special mention…
Arklow is celebrating international sporting success after three young members of the Arklow Baton Twirlers secured a bronze medal at the 2025 World Majorettes Championships. Representing Team Ireland, Erin, Daisey Mae, and Sofia took home third place in the Exhibition Corps – Showtwirl Accessory category, marking a historic moment for the local club. The trio…
Runners from across Wicklow and beyond descended on the streets of Arklow for the ‘Night of the 5k PBs’ race on Saturday evening. Organised by Coral Leisure Arklow, the event was created with the goal of raising vital funds for the Arklow Community First Responders. Split into two races, an elite category for runners targeting…