Dan Walsh

Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh

By Dan Walsh Volunteers from Samaritans will support revellers at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town this weekend, offering emotional support to those in need or struggling to cope.  Thousands of people are expected to join the celebrations over the coming days, but for some the weekend may be challenging.  Samaritans Festival Branch willContinue reading “Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh”

Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey

By Dan Walsh The 14th annual Gap Arts Festival opened in Ballythomas, Gorey, last night (Thursday) and continues over the weekend. It presents a mix of theatre, photography, poetry, dance, drama, painting, puppetry, filmmaking and storytelling workshops. And audiences are welcome. “Thanks to great audience support this year this theatrical festival will be extended toContinue reading “Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey”

Friday Fleadh racing at Wexford

By Dan Walsh Racing returns to Wexford Racecourse tomorrow (Friday) evening as part of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann music festival and following on from Wednesday’s successful fixture. It is a seven-race card – six hurdle races and an INH Mares Flat Race – with the first race off at 4.55pm. Maximum entries for allContinue reading “Friday Fleadh racing at Wexford”

2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record

By Dan Walsh at Chadwicks Wexford Park History was made today at Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town as 2,516 musicians shattered the Guinness World Record for the most tin whistles played simultaneously. The successful record-breaking attempt took place at Chadwicks Wexford Park GAA Stadium this afternoon. Tunes played were The Boys of Wexford andContinue reading “2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record”

Lamented death of Fr. Jimmy Moynihan

By Dan Walsh The death has occurred of Fr. James (Jimmy) Moynihan, a well-loved and highly respected priest of 36 years’ service, who sadly passed away at Enniscorthy Road, Ferns, on Wednesday. He was aged 60 years. Born in 1964, son of well-known musical parents, David and Patty Moynihan (née Redmond) he attended Ferns Boy’sContinue reading “Lamented death of Fr. Jimmy Moynihan”

Gainford in tune on ‘Jazzy Matty’ at Wexford Fleadh races

By Dan Walsh at Wexford Races Caim, Enniscorthy jockey Jordan Gainford scored his third winner of the week at his local track in Wexford this evening when partnering Jazzy Matty (14/1) to success in the Traynors of Wexford Beginners Chase and the five-year-old gelding was winning for the first time since taking the Fred WinterContinue reading “Gainford in tune on ‘Jazzy Matty’ at Wexford Fleadh races”

Kilmuckridge Sunflower in full bloom to raise Funds!

By Dan Walsh The indifferent summer weather has been delaying nature’s response, but the good days are never far away and the team behind the eagerly anticipated Kilmuckridge Sunflower Field is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated launch event next Friday, August 9th at 7.30pm. This is a heartwarming community project aimed at raising funds forContinue reading “Kilmuckridge Sunflower in full bloom to raise Funds!”

8 races for Wednesday Wexford card

By Dan Walsh The thrills and spills of jump racing and the rhythm of thundering hooves in a highly competitive environment will echo from Wexford Racecourse on Wednesday evening with the first of an eight-race card off at 4.45pm. It is the first of two days racing at Wexford in conjunction with Fleadh Cheoil naContinue reading “8 races for Wednesday Wexford card”

Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!

By Dan Walsh at the Fleadh in Wexford Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing on Day 3 (Tuesday) with a vibrant array of music, lectures, exhibitions, walking tours, award ceremonies, youth sessions, and more! Among a schedule jam-packed with diverse events and experiences, here are two highlights to look forward to thisContinue reading “Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!”

Three injured in New Ross house fire

By Dan Walsh Three occupants of a house in the Michael Street area of New Ross, two males (20’s) and a woman (40’s) were taken to University Hospital Waterford for treatment following a house fire. Their conditions are described as “serious but stable.” Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene in New Ross, during theContinue reading “Three injured in New Ross house fire”