Dan Walsh

Gorey Town Park ‘an unmitigated disaster’

By Dan Walsh A delay in the completion of Gorey Town Park development project and the lack of governance around County Council contracts was described as “an unmitigated disaster” by the Cathaoirleach of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council, Cllr Joe Sullivan, at the February meeting held today with Microsoft Teams. There was unanimity amongst members whenContinue reading “Gorey Town Park ‘an unmitigated disaster’”

Millions of cigarettes seized at Rosslare Europort

By Dan Walsh Revenue Officers at Rosslare Europort seized approximately three million cigarettes yesterday (Monday), branded ‘L&M’, with a retail value of almost €2.1 million, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of more than €1.6 million. The illegal cigarettes were discovered when a Polish registered articulated lorry and its accompanying trailer was stopped byContinue reading “Millions of cigarettes seized at Rosslare Europort”

Enniscorthy Castle is going GREEN

By Dan Walsh Famous Enniscorthy castle and other town landmarks that are illuminated by public lighting will be going GREEN for a unique St. Patrick’s Day experience on March 17th. This was one of the many positive ideas pondered at the February meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held by Microsoft Teams today. Cllr JohnContinue reading “Enniscorthy Castle is going GREEN”

Jamie Codd loses weight and an iron in big race victory

By Dan Walsh Wexford jockey Jamie Codd experienced his own determination of ‘operation transformation’ this week and the weight loss paid dividends when he won the Grade B Punchestown Grand National Trial Handicap Chase at Punchestown on The Big Dog (5/2 fav.) by half a length, on Sunday. Winning trainer Peter Fahey, whose stables areContinue reading “Jamie Codd loses weight and an iron in big race victory”

Giving visitors a different view!

By Dan Walsh Good work done in the main streets of Wexford’s four district towns is being undone by empty units with large ‘for sale or rent’ signs over them according to Cllr John Hegarty who brought a motion before last Monday’s Microsoft Teams monthly meeting of Wexford County Council that “will require that vacantContinue reading “Giving visitors a different view!”

Wexford scallop fisheries in danger

By Dan Walsh Speaking in the Dáil this week Deputy Johnny Mythen asked An Tánaiste, Leo Varadkar TD, to intervene in a serious situation concerning the scallop fishers in County Wexford, but An Tánaiste disappointed when he indicated that no legislation is promised on the matter. Deputy Mythen said; “There are seven such boats inContinue reading “Wexford scallop fisheries in danger”

Rosslare ferry service relocated to Dublin

By Dan Walsh There is a setback for ferry sailings between Rosslare Europort and Fishguard Harbour in Wales with the announcement that the MV Stena Europe, which usually runs between Fishguard and Rosslare is being relocated to the Holyhead – Dublin route to cover for another ship undergoing repair and will last for up toContinue reading “Rosslare ferry service relocated to Dublin”

4,000 sheep killed every year

By Dan Walsh Lambing season occurs during January and February and results in around 400 incidents per annum with three to four thousand sheep being killed. Gardaí are appealing to all dog owners to ensure their dogs are kept under control as Gardaí have received reports of livestock being attacked by dogs. These incidents includeContinue reading “4,000 sheep killed every year”

Arrest following Piercestown burglary

A man was arrested by Gardaí in Rosslare this morning following a burglary at a business premises in Piercestown the previous night. The man was subsequently charged and brought before the Wexford District Court this afternoon. Items of property stolen were recovered. If you notice anything suspicious in your area, please contact your local GardaContinue reading “Arrest following Piercestown burglary”

Enniscorthy secures County Vaccination Centre

By Dan Walsh The renowned Riverside Park Hotel and Leisure Club beside the River Slaney at Enniscorthy is confirmed as the Vaccination Centre for County Wexford. Local Minister James Browne said that an agreement has been reached between the Riverside Hotel and the HSE to provide the County Wexford Vaccination Centre in Enniscorthy and thisContinue reading “Enniscorthy secures County Vaccination Centre”