By Dan Walsh A motorcyclist in his 20s has died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the L4016 near Glenour, Adamstown, at approximately 9.20pm on Friday evening. The incident involved a motorcycle and no other vehicles were reported to have been involved. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The L4016Continue reading “Motorcyclist, (20), dies at Adamstown”
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€500,535 for Wexford coastal protection
By Dan Walsh The Office of Public Works (OPW) has today announced the approval of Wexford County Council’s application for funding under the Office of Public Works’ Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection Scheme. Under the scheme, the OPW has approved funding of €500,535 to enhance rock armour coastal protection that is fronting anContinue reading “€500,535 for Wexford coastal protection”
Wilton Mills Trier satisfies the locals
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Races The locals were thrilled when Wilton Mills Trier (100/30 fav.) justified favouritism and won the Slaney Mares Point-to-Point Flat Race by two lengths at Wexford yesterday (Thursday) evening with Inch, Gorey jockey Luke Murphy in the saddle. Owned by Jim Whelan, Barmoney, Ballyhogue and the Wilton Mills Syndicate, WiltonContinue reading “Wilton Mills Trier satisfies the locals”
First Wexford French Film Festival
By Dan Walsh The French Embassy in Ireland and Screen Wexford are set to launch the very first Wexford French Film Festival in collaboration with the Alliance Française Waterford /Wexford, The Picture House- Wexford Film Society and many cultural partners –such as Wexford Normandy Cultural Association – bringing a specially curated selection of French cinemaContinue reading “First Wexford French Film Festival”
Water supply issues in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is working to restore normal water supply to homes and businesses in Gorey following operational issues at Creagh Water Treatment Plant, which has led to some customers experiencing low pressure and intermittent disruptions to their water supply. Uisce Éireann’s Padraig Lyng assured customers that every effort is being made toContinue reading “Water supply issues in Gorey”
New Ross Civic Awards presented
By Dan WalshThe 2026 New Ross Municipal District Civic Awards were presented at the Brandon House Hotel, New Ross, last Thursday night where recipients were warmly celebrated by the district staff. It was a special occasion where the local councillors came together to recognise the extraordinary individuals, groups, and organisations who make the area aContinue reading “New Ross Civic Awards presented”
Top yards run at Wexford races
By Dan Walsh Entries for Thursday’s Wexford races include runners from the top yards and local stables and the scene is set for a good evening’s racing. The first race is off at 5.02pm. The ground at Wexford is good to yielding (watering). Dry forecast The seven-race card includes four steeplechases, a hunter’s chase andContinue reading “Top yards run at Wexford races”
Bunclody Church marks 250 years
A large congregation gathered last Sunday at Saint Mary’s Church, Bunclody, to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the church’s consecration. The Choral Eucharist was presided over by the Bishop of Cashel, Ferns and Ossory, The Right Reverend Adrian Wilkinson, and he was assisted by The Reverend Canon Trevor Sargent, Rector of Bunclody Union of Parishes.Continue reading “Bunclody Church marks 250 years”
Wexford tribute to actor Gary Lydon
By Dan Walsh Many tributes have been paid to actor Gary Lydon, known for Billy Roche’s plays and films like Calvary, The Guard, and The Banshees of Inisherin, has died aged 61. Speaking on behalf on behalf of Wexford Arts Centre, its Executive Director Elizabeth Whyte said she was deeply shocked and saddened to hearContinue reading “Wexford tribute to actor Gary Lydon”
Wexford success continues…
By Dan Walsh Bank Holiday Monday point-to-point took place at Dawstown, Co. Cork today and there were winners for four Wexford stables. The maiden race for four-year-old geldings was divided. The Denis Murphy stables continued an amazing run in division one where newcomer North Tipp scored by three and a half lengths under Shane CutterContinue reading “Wexford success continues…”
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