By Dan Walsh Two point-to-point fixtures across the country today, in Cork and Galway, where Barry O’Neill enjoyed three winners to follow up on his double yesterday, Colin Bowe trained another three winners, and riders Jimmy Kenny and Rob James had a double each to make it a great day for Wexford sport. Barry O’NeillContinue reading “Winners Galore! O’Neill, Kenny and James”
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New Wexford publishing house launches first book
Dan Walsh A new publishing house based in Wexford town launched its first book on Friday night. Dan Finn’s Every Second Second is the first publication from Red Books Press, based out of Red Books bookshop in St Peter’s Square. “The book is a metaphysical thriller using the Mandela Effect as its plot device,” MrContinue reading “New Wexford publishing house launches first book”
Barry O’Neill scores a Saturday double
By Dan Walsh Champion rider Barry O’Neill is setting a scorching pace in a bid to retaining his championship title and a double at Maralin, Co. Down, today brings him to the 12-winner mark, eight ahead of his nearest rival James Walsh. O’Neill’s first success of the day came in the maiden race for fiveContinue reading “Barry O’Neill scores a Saturday double”
Live Streaming of Masses
The Diocese of Ferns has published details of where Mass is available from the following parishes via their webcams/radio broadcasts as all public all Masses are cancelled due to the Level 3 Covid-19 restrictions. WEXFORD: https://wexfordparish.com. Daily at 10amNEW ROSS: 10am weekdays, Saturday Vigil Mass at 6pm and Sunday mornings at 10am. 104.7fmSt. Aidan’s Cathedral,Continue reading “Live Streaming of Masses”
€40,000 funding for heritage sites
By Dan Walsh Three south Wexford attractions of community historical and heritage are recognised in the latest round of funding under the Community Monument Fund and the rejoicing is palpable at Our Lady’s Island, protecting the double bell tower on the historic chapel gable, Barntown Castle, and St. Mary’s Church on Bannow Island. Located onContinue reading “€40,000 funding for heritage sites”
Cllr McDonald supports local businesses
By Dan Walsh Heading into the first weekend of Level 3 Covid-19 restrictions, Cllr Lisa McDonald is encouraging support for local businesses, in particular, “our hotels, cafes and restaurants many of whom are offering takeaway services and limited outdoor dining.” Cllr McDonald from Rosslare Municipal District adds; “This is a challenging time but if everyoneContinue reading “Cllr McDonald supports local businesses”
Woodlands for Health based in Tintern Abbey
By Dan Walsh Woodlands for Health is an Eco-Therapy programme of forest-based activities prescribed by medical professionals, which involves social inclusion of people who experience severe mental health difficulties. Frank Feighan, Minister of State with responsibility for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, visited the Sports Active Wexford Woodlands for Health Programme basedContinue reading “Woodlands for Health based in Tintern Abbey”
Craanford farmer is new Co-Op Chair
By Dan Walsh The newly elected Chairman of Glanbia Co-Operative Society is a well-known Wexford farmer John G Murphy, Ballinacoola, Craanford, effective from today (Thursday). Appointed to the Board in June 2010, Mr Murphy, served as Vice-Chairman since June 2nd 2017. He is also Vice-Chairman of the National Dairy Council Board. “I am honoured toContinue reading “Craanford farmer is new Co-Op Chair”
Warm welcome in 352,000 households!
By Dan Walsh The National Fuel Scheme, which is a means-assessed payment, will be paid for 28 weeks. It is paid at a weekly rate of €24.50 or by way of two lump sum payments of €343 each. One Fuel Allowance is paid per household. The estimated expenditure for this non-statutory scheme is €261.35 millionContinue reading “Warm welcome in 352,000 households!”
New €1.45m Fire Station for New Ross
By Dan Walsh It may be the worst kept secret in New Ross, but plans for a new fire station at Hewittsland, opposite Tesco, has been given a lifeline with a €1.45 million tender which means the new building will proceed and it’s anticipated it will be operational next summer. It will be a stateContinue reading “New €1.45m Fire Station for New Ross”
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