By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is asking customers in parts of County Wexford to be mindful of their water use as night-time restrictions are being introduced to help maintain daytime water supplies for local communities. The current spell of warm weather has led to a significant increase in water demand across the county, with demandContinue reading “Co. Wexford night-time water restrictions”
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Six people rescued at Rosslare Strand
By Dan Walsh Six people were rescued from the water at Rosslare Strand on Sunday afternoon following an incident where a young swimmer was in difficulty in the water and brave rescuers ended up in difficulty themselves. All of those brought to hospital are currently believed to be in a stable condition. Operations Resource ManagerContinue reading “Six people rescued at Rosslare Strand”
Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Weekend
By Dan Walsh at Clohamon A parade from Slaney ABP to the field starting at 7pm on Saturday evening kick starts the two-day Irish Vintage Society All-Ireland Vintage and Heritage Weekend taking place under the auspices of Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Club in Clohamon. “This is a special year for us as we are proudContinue reading “Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Weekend”
Uisce Éireann calls on County Wexford to help conserve water
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers across County Wexford to help conserve water as exceptionally high demand continues to place pressure on local water supplies. The appeal is focused on customers supplied by the Wexford Town, Fardystown, Taylorstown and Gorey water treatment plants, where water usage has increased significantly during the recentContinue reading “Uisce Éireann calls on County Wexford to help conserve water”
Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival weekend
By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay The 41st annual Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival was officially opened this evening (Thursday) by local musician Liam Bates following a parade of local groups from the Stella Maris Centre to the stage on the quayside. Jesse Sludds was on stage tonight (Thursday) fresh from the Shania Twain Concert andContinue reading “Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival weekend”
Trapped dog is safe and well
By Dan Walsh Fethard RNLI lifeboat crew launched at 8.30am his morning (Thursday) amid concerns that a dog walker may get into difficulty trying to rescue a dog after a member of the public had contacted the Irish Coast Guard for help when a dog became trapped in the oyster beds at Woodstown Beach. TheContinue reading “Trapped dog is safe and well”
Wexford Mental Health services “must be improved”
By Dan Walsh Wexford’s Mental Health Services Working Group conducted a recent online survey examining the standard of mental health services available across County Wexford. There was an overwhelming response to the survey which demonstrates just how important this issue is to people throughout the county. Key findings from the survey included: 80% of respondentsContinue reading “Wexford Mental Health services “must be improved””
Taghmon school food production awareness project
By Dan Walsh A unique Food and Horticultural Project at St. Fintan’s National School, Taghmon, has concluded following a very successful inaugural year. Developed by Ann Marie Laffan of Wexford County Council and funded through the Sláintecare Healthy Communities Programme, the inspiration for the project came from Principal Willie Cleary, who noted that many children noContinue reading “Taghmon school food production awareness project”
Better wheelchair access at Clone Beach
By Dan Walsh The Ahare River and Biodiversity Group met at the entrance to Clone Beach, Castletown, where it launched the National Heritage Week ” Castletown River and Nature Festival ” for 2026. It happens from Friday, August 21st to Sunday, August 23rd, so that is the weekend for your diary. There will be anContinue reading “Better wheelchair access at Clone Beach”
Wexford Chamber pre-Budget 2027 submission
By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has launched its pre-Budget 2027 Submission, calling on the Government to prioritise strategic investment, strengthen business competitiveness, and build the foundations for Wexford’s future economy. The submission, developed following extensive engagement with Chamber members, stakeholders, and public representatives, sets out a clear roadmap to unlock County Wexford’s economic potentialContinue reading “Wexford Chamber pre-Budget 2027 submission”
