The death has occurred of Very Rev. Hugh O’Byrne, aged 78, of Moortown, Bridgetown, who was a popular priest for more than 50 years and ministered for 22 years as parish priest of Blackwater until his retirement due to personal health issues four years ago. Many tributes have been posted on social media since newsContinue reading “Tributes to popular Wexford priest”
Author Archives: Dan Walsh
Smoky coal ban extended to Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy is set to join Wexford in the ban on the burning, sale and marketing of smoky coal extended to all towns with population of over 10,000 from September 1st after the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and the Environment, Eamon Ryan TD, signed off on regulations to give legal effect toContinue reading “Smoky coal ban extended to Enniscorthy”
Restoration plans for Ballast Office
The historic Ballast Office at Cresecent Quay overlooking Wexford Harbour, which is a protected structure, has been submitted for part-8 planning to renovate the strategic building with potential use for an enterprise or economic activity. Speaking at today’s monthly meeting of Wexford County Council in the Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, Director of Services, Tony LarkinContinue reading “Restoration plans for Ballast Office”
Phone plan to report illegal dumping
By Dan Walsh Cllr Aidan Browne’s motion calling on Wexford County Council to roll-out a QR style code on every public bin in Co. Wexford, seconded by Cllr Garry Laffan, was unanimously carried at today’s monthly meeting of Wexford County Council held in the Hilton Edwards Suite in the Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy. Cllr GerContinue reading “Phone plan to report illegal dumping”
18th century bridge stands up for itself!
By Dan Walsh Ballycarney Bridge is in the news and needs some sort of signage or intervention to keep it safe and in working order according to local Cllr Kathleen Codd-Nolan. Speaking at the July meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, Cllr Codd-Nolan told members that there was confusion and ‘near misses’ on the bridgeContinue reading “18th century bridge stands up for itself!”
Seven arrested for drugs offences
Seven people have been arrested after Gardaí seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and cash during searches in North Wexford that began in the early hours of Saturday morning. Gardaí intercepted a van and conducted a search of a vehicle at around 2 am. Suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of €17,500 was seized.Continue reading “Seven arrested for drugs offences”
Truck overturned at Ferrycarrig Bridge
A 34 year old man has been seriously injured when the cattle truck he was driving went out of control and overturned at Ferrycarrig Bridge this afternoon. A number of cattle died in the collision. A parked car that was unoccupied at the time was also involved in the incident. Emergency services were quickly onContinue reading “Truck overturned at Ferrycarrig Bridge”
Ferrycarrig Bridge is closed to traffic
Ferrycarrig Bridge outside Wexford town is currently closed while Gardaí deal with a serious collision. WexfordLocal.com has been informed that a truck loaded with livestock is involved. Emergency services are at the scene. Roadusers should avoid the area over the next few hours. Traffic is quite heavy on approach in both directions.
Terrerath Castle adds to Norman trail
By Dan Walsh Wexford’s history and heritage is enriched by ruins and vestiges from the Norman period and when Terrerath Castle showed signs of “collapse in the next decade” and a survey by Wexford County Council declared it “a dangerous structure” it was time for action. There were two options; one was demolition and theContinue reading “Terrerath Castle adds to Norman trail”
Ivan Yates says goodbye to broadcasting
By Dan Walsh It was implied that veteran broadcaster Vincent Browne could never be replaced, but Enniscorthy’s Ivan Yates sat comfortably in his seat for the past three years, TV3 became Virgin Media and The Tonight Show became the nation’s favourite for many late night viewers of current affairs. Ivan presented his final ‘live’ showContinue reading “Ivan Yates says goodbye to broadcasting”
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