Dan Walsh

Blackwater tops in community awards

By Dan Walsh Over 250 children, community groups, volunteers, resident groups and individuals attended the Wexford County Council Annual Environment Awards at the Ferrycarrig Hotel for an occasion of tremendous celebration of the environment and voluntary effort. Elected members from all districts were available to present awards to 11 schools, 63 community groups and twoContinue reading “Blackwater tops in community awards”

Brian Hayes 64/1 double at Wexford

By Dan Walsh at Wexford Racecourse Brian Hayes was the jockey in form at Wexford today where the partnered a 64/1 double; Double Pink (12/1) in the mares’ hurdle and Kiln Time (4/1) for trainer Michael Bowe in the second division of the handicap hurdle and the final race at Bettyville Park for the 2023Continue reading “Brian Hayes 64/1 double at Wexford”

Wilton Bridge reopens for traffic

By Dan Walsh The character and stonework at Wilton Bridge, linking the parishes of Bree and Davidstown over the River Boro, has been retained and flood damage repaired by Wexford County Council and the road and bridge re-opened for traffic this morning. Wilton Bridge was wrecked and has been closed to traffic since the ChristmasContinue reading “Wilton Bridge reopens for traffic”

Man (68) dies in workplace tragedy

By Dan Walsh A man died yesterday evening (Wednesday) in a workplace tragedy at a premises in Coolafancy, near Tinahely. He has been named locally as John Smyth, (68), from Cummerduff, Gorey, and Springhill Nursery, Coolafancy. Gardai responded to a call at 6.10pm and found the body of the man at the scene. Emergency servicesContinue reading “Man (68) dies in workplace tragedy”

Man (60s) dies in Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh A man in his 60s has died in a road traffic collision in the Duffry Gate/Bellefield area of Enniscorthy this morning (Thursday). The incident occurred shortly after 7am when a car collided with a pole. The sole occupant of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. The body was removed toContinue reading “Man (60s) dies in Enniscorthy”

Joe Duffy opens Askamore Art Exhibition

By Dan Walsh at Askamore Community Centre Renowned RTÉ broadcaster Joe Duffy was guest of honour at Askamore Community Centre tonight (Wednesday) where he performed the official opening of the 5th Askamore Art Exhibition before a packed attendance. The exhibition features 31 local artists and 98 pieces of work and has seen huge growth inContinue reading “Joe Duffy opens Askamore Art Exhibition”

Water restrictions for Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh Essential overnight water restrictions are necessary for customers supplied by Enniscorthy Town Water Supply to ensure daytime supply for the community according to Uisce Eireann, working in partnership with Wexford County Council. The restrictions will be put in place tonight (Tuesday) and tomorrow night (Wednesday) from 11pm until 6am, to help reservoirContinue reading “Water restrictions for Enniscorthy”

€250m Master Plan on Wexford site

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council monthly meeting A €250 million Master Plan for the SETU Campus, schools, housing, large scale sports and community facilities at Killeens and Clonard on the outskirts of Wexford town was presented to members by Chief Executive Tom Enright at yesterday’s (Monday) monthly meeting of Wexford County Council. TheContinue reading “€250m Master Plan on Wexford site”

Whistle blows on Ferrycarrig Park

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Ferrycarrig Park will soon fade the floodlights and hang up its boots on soccer games and Wexford FC will find a new home in Wexford town following compulsory purchase to facilitate the extension and completion of the M11 between Oylegate to Rosslare Harbour. Details were provided atContinue reading “Whistle blows on Ferrycarrig Park”

First calendar goes to Cathaoirleach

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting The Community Team at Wexford County Council launched its first Community Calendar for 2024 at Wexford County Council HQ today (Monday) and the first calendar was presented to Cathaoirleach Cllr John Fleming. Cllr Fleming said; “Whether you are interested in arts and culture, sports and recreation, educationContinue reading “First calendar goes to Cathaoirleach”