Dan Walsh

Fáilte Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin

By Dan Walsh at Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin, Creagh, Gorey The new 22-unit social housing estate named Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin at Creagh, Gorey, was officially opened today (Friday) by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD. Minister Browne said; “When we discuss housing delivery, we easily fall into talking aboutContinue reading “Fáilte Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin”

Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival

By Dan Walsh at Rosslare Harbour The 5th annual three-day Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival was officially opened by Leo Coy, Organiser Festival Committee, following the lively Village Parade at the Memorial Garden earlier this evening. Mr Coy is welcoming everybody to Rosslare Harbour this week for a wonderful time for all the family. “The festivalContinue reading “Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival”

Strong public interest for ‘An Lisín Mór’, Wexford.

By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has welcomed the strong level of public interest shown at a recent Affordable Housing Information Event for the An Lisín Mór development in Coolballow, Wexford. The event, held at Whites Hotel, attracted a significant attendance of prospective homebuyers eager to learn more about the upcoming release of homes underContinue reading “Strong public interest for ‘An Lisín Mór’, Wexford.”

Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales

By Dan Walsh The 18th Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Festival brings atmosphere to Slaneyside this weekend with a myriad of attractions to excite young and old. Saturday’s family entertainment programme includes the Martina Dance Academy, Rathnure Pantomime Society and a kid’s disco. Market Square will be buzzing with all types of dance from Jazz, Brazilian Dancer,Continue reading “Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales”

Wexford RNLI fundraisers honoured

By Dan Walsh A generous husband and wife team from Wexford RNLI have been recognised for a combined 60 years of dedicated volunteering service to the RNLI. Brian and Eithne Coulter received their long service awards at the RNLI Volunteer Recognition Event held at Clontarf Castle, Dublin. Brian was presented with his 20-year service medal,Continue reading “Wexford RNLI fundraisers honoured”

Cogan’s of Shannon Quay is sold

By Dan Walsh at the monthly meeting of Wexford County Council Property situated at Shannon Quay, Enniscorthy, formerly known as Sawyers Pub, but better known locally as Cogans, has been sold for €101,000. The property was acquired by Wexford County Council by agreement, having previously been owned by Remcoll 3 Limited. The property is toContinue reading “Cogan’s of Shannon Quay is sold”

The Old House pub site is sold

By Dan Walsh at monthly meeting of Wexford County Council A prominent property at 6, Templeshannon, Enniscorthy, and formerly known as The Old House pub has been sold for €75,000 to MD Custom Electric Limited of Tracystown, Bridgetown, Co. Wexford. The property was vested in Wexford County Council ownership since last October following a DerelictContinue reading “The Old House pub site is sold”

Man (30s) arrested as weapons drugs and cash found in vehicle near Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh Gardaí on patrol in Enniscorthy observed a vehicle at a roundabout in Scarawalsh in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The vehicle failed to stop when directed by members of An Garda Síochána, and subsequently fled the scene driving erratically in the direction of Enniscorthy. During the course of this incident, theContinue reading “Man (30s) arrested as weapons drugs and cash found in vehicle near Enniscorthy”

Burst water main in Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann crews are working to repair a major burst in Enniscorthy and restore water to customers affected. Repairs are expected to be completed by 2pm today. The burst is impacting customers in Nunnery Road, The Moyne, Moran Park, Old Dublin Road, Sean Browne Court, Coolnahorna, Ballinahallin, Greenville Lane, Bohreen Hill and surroundingContinue reading “Burst water main in Enniscorthy “

Should Public Health Nurses receive parking exemptions?

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Gorey-based Cllr Nicky Boland has called on Wexford County Council to provide on-duty parking exemptions for public health nurses working in Co. Wexford towns. He was speaking at Monday’s meeting of Wexford County Council. Cllr Boland, who had raised the matter at the May meeting of GoreyContinue reading “Should Public Health Nurses receive parking exemptions?”