By Dan Walsh Senator Malcolm Byrne has welcomed the announcement by Agriculture and the Marine Minister, Charlie McConalogue of government investment amounting to €445,000 for harbours and piers across Co. Wexford. One quarter of the funding (€111,750) will be provided by Wexford County Council. Most of the cost will be spent at Kilmore Quay withContinue reading “€445,000 for Wexford Harbours and Piers”
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Fethard celebrates the May Bush
By Dan Walsh Lots of interest in the May Bush Festival across Co. Wexford this weekend. The tradition of decorating the May Bush was fostered publicly in the media by folklorist Michael Fortune with strong support from Wexford County Council. Great response across the county with Michael Fortune and family probably hitting the high notesContinue reading “Fethard celebrates the May Bush”
Enniscorthy welcomes hairdressing jobs
By Dan Walsh Minister for Further and Higher Education, Simon Harris T.D., has announced that Enniscorthy VEC has been selected as the location for an expanded National Hairdressing Apprenticeship. The news is warmly welcomed by Cllr Cathal Byrne who confirmed that this announcement means that Enniscorthy will be one of twelve designed sites across theContinue reading “Enniscorthy welcomes hairdressing jobs”
Two each for Sean and Denis; 50 for Luke!
By Dan Walsh Doubles for handlers Sean Doyle and Denis Murphy and rider Luke Murphy who brought his career total of winners to 50 were the highlights on another good day for Wexford participants at today’s (Sunday) point-to- point at Dromahane, Co. Cork. The combination of Denis Murphy and Luke Murphy (no relation) got intoContinue reading “Two each for Sean and Denis; 50 for Luke!”
WWII tower demolished at Rosslare
By Dan Walsh There is serious local anger amongst historians and conservationists surrounding the malicious demolition of a prominent World War II landmark overlooking Rosslare Harbour at Greenore Point or Bing which took place today. Eyewitnesses on social media say the tower was standing at 9 am this morning. It is now destroyed! There isContinue reading “WWII tower demolished at Rosslare”
Great day for the Doyles and Rogan
By Dan Walsh Ballindaggin handler Donnchadh Doyle and his young rider from Caim, Pearse Rogan, and his brother Sean Doyle all achieved double success on today’s (Saturday) point-to-point card at Lisronagh, Co. Tipperary. Phantom Getaway got the Doyle/Rogan success under way in the maiden race for four-year-old geldings by four lengths. Er Dancer scored byContinue reading “Great day for the Doyles and Rogan”
1,100 passports backlog in Wexford
By Dan Walsh According to new information attained by Fianna Fáil New Ross District Cllr Michael Sheehan there is a backlog of 1,100 passport applications in Wexford comprising 900 for renewals alongside 200 first time applications. Cllr. Sheehan told WexfordLocal.com; “The challenge of clearing this backlog will be significant and I hope it can beContinue reading “1,100 passports backlog in Wexford”
Stay safe on the coast and inland waters
By Dan Walsh The RNLI and the Irish Coast Guard are expecting a busy May Bank Holiday weekend on the coasts and inland waters, with more people enjoying the warmer weather and the brighter evenings. People are asked to plan for any water based or coastal activities by taking some simple steps. The call comesContinue reading “Stay safe on the coast and inland waters”
Walsh family on song again at Punchestown
By Dan Walsh The Walsh family from Ballyday, Gorey, had another big success to remember at today’s (Thursday) third day of the Punchestown Festival when Singing Banjo, winner of the Ladies Cup on Tuesday, added the prestigious La Touche Chase double. The La Touche is Ireland’s longest race at four miles and two furlongs runContinue reading “Walsh family on song again at Punchestown”
Compensation for jockey Jonathan Moore
By Dan Walsh Just one big Wexford story from day two (Wednesday) of the Punchestown Festival was the success of Foxy Jack in the Grade A Guinness Handicap Chase giving Adamstown jockey Jonathan (Jonny) Moore a well-deserved winner. Moore took a fall a few days before Cheltenham and suffered an injury, declared himself unfit toContinue reading “Compensation for jockey Jonathan Moore”
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