By Dan Walsh Irish Water is predicting an increase in domestic and commercial demand for water over the coming months and customers are asked to take some simple measures to conserve water in their homes, their businesses and on their farms. Tom Cuddy, Irish Water’s Head of Asset Operations, told WexfordLocal.com said: “We would likeContinue reading “Irish Water appeal to conserve water at home, in the shop and on the farm in July and August”
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Cllr Barbara-Anne is “First Citizen of Co. Wexford”
By Dan Walsh “It is an honour and a privilege for me to be elected Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council and what is truly remarkable I’m only the third woman to achieve this honour in 120 years,”; the opening words of Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy in her acceptance speech following her election as Cathaoirleach at today’sContinue reading “Cllr Barbara-Anne is “First Citizen of Co. Wexford””
Cllr Garry Laffan is new Mayor of Wexford
By Dan Walsh The newly elected Mayor of Wexford is Cllr Garry Laffan (Fianna Fail) who was “honoured and privileged” to be elevated to the historic position at the annual general meeting of Wexford Borough and Municipal District Council held this morning. From Glynn, Mayor Laffan is an All-Ireland hurling medal holder with the victoriousContinue reading “Cllr Garry Laffan is new Mayor of Wexford”
Cllr Cathal Byrne is Enniscorthy Chair
By Dan Walsh Ballyhogue solicitor Cllr Cathal Byrne (Fine Gael) is the new Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council defeating Cllr Jackser Owens (Independent), 4 votes to 2, at the annual general meeting held at Kilcannon Garden Centre this morning. Proposed by Cllr Kathleen Codd-Nolan and seconded by Cllr Aidan Browne, Cllr Byrne paid tributeContinue reading “Cllr Cathal Byrne is Enniscorthy Chair”
GAA Weekend Round-up; Wexford wins in hurling and football
WEXFORD 2-11(17) WICKLOW 0-14 Good day for Wexford football with a 2-11 to 0-14 victory over Wicklow at Aughrim today (Sunday) earning a rare opportunity to play against the record breakers six-in-a-row All-Ireland champions Dublin in the Leinster Senior Football Championship quarter-final in Chadwicks Wexford Park next Sunday. It is Wexford’s first Leinster Championship successContinue reading “GAA Weekend Round-up; Wexford wins in hurling and football”
Cllr Pat Barden is Cathaoirleach for New Ross
By Dan Walsh Adamstown Cllr Pat Barden (Independent) was elected Cathaoirleach of New Ross Municipal District Council at the annual general meeting held on Friday. He succeeds Cllr Michael Whelan (Fianna Fail). Cllr Barden was congratulated by his colleagues and wished well for his coming year in the leadership role, while Cllr Whelan was praisedContinue reading “Cllr Pat Barden is Cathaoirleach for New Ross”
Barrow bridge heritage needs debate?
By Dan Walsh Speculation about the future of the Barrow Railway Bridge at Great Island, Campile, has been gaining media coverage, however, there appears to be extraordinarily little information emanating from official sources or debate from local public representatives. This amazing bridge in a remote location is an engineering feat and part of early-20th centuryContinue reading “Barrow bridge heritage needs debate?”
€740,000 worth of cannabis seized
Gardaí and Revenue officers have seized €740,000 worth of cannabis discovered in a truck arriving at Rosslare Europort from mainland Europe. Gardaí intercepted a truck arriving at Rosslare Port on Friday afternoon. A follow-up search revealed 37kg of cannabis herb wrapped in plastic with an estimated street value of €740,000. A man, aged in hisContinue reading “€740,000 worth of cannabis seized”
Busy week for Coast Guard Unit
By Dan Walsh A busy week so far for the Courtown-Arklow Coast Guard Unit with call out’s on Wednesday and Thursday. On Thursday at 3.34pm the Unit were tasked following a request from National Emergency Operations Centre with a person who had fallen from a cliff just south of Courtown and sustained a leg injury.Continue reading “Busy week for Coast Guard Unit”
Cllr Jim Moore is Rosslare Cathaoirleach
By Dan Walsh Cllr Jim Moore, (Fine Gael), was elected Cathaoirleach of Rosslare Municipal District Council at this morning’s annual general meeting held at Wexford County Council Headquarters. Tributes were paid to the outgoing Cathaoirleach Cllr Frank Staples, (Fine Gael), and thanks were expressed to him for his dedicated service to the role. Cllr Moore,Continue reading “Cllr Jim Moore is Rosslare Cathaoirleach”
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