Dan Walsh

The greening of Enniscorthy Castle

By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle It was dark and damp in Enniscorthy this evening, but the brightness shone through as Enniscorthy Castle was lit up in the colour green in recognition of World Mental Health Day which takes place next Thursday, October 10th. The event, now in its second year, was organised by localContinue reading “The greening of Enniscorthy Castle”

Tributes to famous Irish-American Emmett O’Connell

By Dan Walsh Tributes have been paid to Emmett O’Connell, (88), who died at his home, Raheenduff House, Foulkesmills, on September 14th, and who, in 2015, was inducted into the Irish America Hall of Fame in a ceremony in New Ross and New York and was a Knight of St Gregory the Great, Knight ofContinue reading “Tributes to famous Irish-American Emmett O’Connell”

800,000 litres of water saved in Wexford every day!

By Dan Walsh A massive 800,000 litres of water have been saved in Wexford every day following the detection of 70 major leaks across the county so far this year. The daily water savings are so significant that in the first half of this year alone that they would meet the daily demand of overContinue reading “800,000 litres of water saved in Wexford every day!”

Wexford entry qualifies for World Designer of the Year

By Dan Walsh A Wexford entry in the Junk Kouture Dublin City Final held at the RDS Dublin is amongst 10 teams set to represent Ireland in the Junk Kouture World Final, where they will compete for the prestigious title of World Designer of the Year. These teams will be competing for the ultimate titleContinue reading “Wexford entry qualifies for World Designer of the Year”

Busy drama season for Bunclody Kilmyshall

By Dan Walsh Last Friday night, in Redmond’s Loft, Bunclody Kilmyshall Drama Group launched its 2024-’25 season of plays, in the company of friends, performers, members past and present and sponsors. At the launch, Chairman Rory Kinsella expressed his pride in the group having three shows in preparation, one of which was written by aContinue reading “Busy drama season for Bunclody Kilmyshall”

Conor Robinson appointed President of County Wexford Chamber

By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has announced the appointment of Conor Robinson as its new President, a position effective since the annual general meeting on September 30. At the annual general meeting, Conor outlined his vision for County Wexford Chamber, which includes building on the work done by his immediate predecessors, Lorcan Kinsella andContinue reading “Conor Robinson appointed President of County Wexford Chamber”

New eParking comes to a town near you!

By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has launched a new eParking solution across the towns of Wexford, Enniscorthy, New Ross and Gorey aimed at improving the parking experience by providing a range of mobile payment options. The Council in partnership with Payzone and ParkMagic say the new eParking “is designed to enhance the convenience ofContinue reading “New eParking comes to a town near you!”

€9.3m funding for 114 Wexford sports clubs

By Dan Walsh While Budget 2025 is not happening till tomorrow, Tuesday, it appears that the General Election will be arriving sooner rather than later, following last week’s announcement that €9,394,680 had been allocated to 114 Co. Wexford sports clubs to help with community sports facilities and equipment. This latest tranche of funding sees €8,529,254Continue reading “€9.3m funding for 114 Wexford sports clubs”

Wexford and Wales links to 1916 Easter Rising remembered

By Dan Walsh Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen, recently unveiled a commemorative plaque to remember Wexford Volunteers interned in Frongoch Prison camp in Wales after the 1916 Easter Rising. The Cathaoirleach and members of North Wexford Historical Society were welcomed to Frongoch by Mr Alwyn Jones, Museum Curator and owner, local CllrContinue reading “Wexford and Wales links to 1916 Easter Rising remembered”

STATUS ORANGE WEATHER WARNING

Following the issuing of Status Yellow Wind and Rain and Status Orange Rain warning for Wexford by Met Éireann for today, Sunday, September 29th, Wexford County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team (SWAT) met yesterday at 5pm to assess the Weather Warnings for Wexford. All necessary preparations have been made across all Departments. The forecast is beingContinue reading “STATUS ORANGE WEATHER WARNING”