By Dan Walsh Ferry companies Stena Line and Irish Ferries informed customers today (Wednesday) that new passport rules will soon affect ferry travel between Rosslare Europort, Pembroke and Fishguard. Ferry passengers between Ireland and Britain will need a valid passport from the end of next month, according to requirements of the UK Border Force. Currently,Continue reading “New passport rules for sea travel via Rosslare”
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Rosslare-Fishguard 120 Exhibition
By Dan Walsh at Rosslare Europort The first sea crossing from Fishguard to Rosslare took place on 30 August 1906. Marking its 120th anniversary, a week-long exhibition celebrating the route’s enduring role in travel and community connections opened last night in the Terminal Building at Rosslare Europort. The exhibition, entitled ‘120th Anniversary Fishguard to RosslareContinue reading “Rosslare-Fishguard 120 Exhibition”
Water Conservation Order extended in Wexford
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has confirmed that the Water Conservation Order for Wexford will be extended until September 30th, as water sources and public water supplies in the county remain under pressure and need more time to recover. The current nationwide Order is due to expire on Wednesday. However, the Order will remain inContinue reading “Water Conservation Order extended in Wexford”
Search for missing Barntown teenager
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Sarah Louise Doyle (16), who was reported missing from Barntown, Co. Wexford since Saturday, August 22nd. Sarah Louise is described as being approximately 5 foot 7 inches in height, with a slim build, blonde hair and blue eyes. When last seen Sarah Louise isContinue reading “Search for missing Barntown teenager”
Sunday River and Nature Festival at Clone Beach
By Dan Walsh National Heritage Week is proving a success, with strong attendance reported during the first half of the nine-day programme. More than 100 events are taking place across County Wexford before it concludes on Sunday, August 23rd. WexfordLocal.com’s weekend promotional highlight is the Castletown River and Nature Festival, organised by the Ahare RiverContinue reading “Sunday River and Nature Festival at Clone Beach”
Campile celebrates a more reliable water supply
By Dan Walsh Families and businesses in Campile can expect a stronger, more reliable water supply following Uisce Éireann’s completion of major upgrades to the local network. As part of the project, Uisce Éireann replaced more than 1.85 km of ageing water mains with modern, durable pipes. The ageing pipes were prone to bursts andContinue reading “Campile celebrates a more reliable water supply”
Additional weekday trains between Gorey and Dublin
By Dan Walsh Independent Gorey councillor Joe Sullivan is urging the Minister for Transport to consider a proposal to improve rail links between Gorey and Dublin without laying new track. The plan would retain existing stations, signalling and rolling stock while providing longer trains during peak periods and requiring minimal capital investment. Two trains perContinue reading “Additional weekday trains between Gorey and Dublin”
Vandalism forces closure of Dunbrody Abbey
By Dan Walsh UPDATE; Dunbrody Abbey is fully reopened for visitors following this incident last weekend. Well worth a visit. A gem in Wexford’s tourism trail. Vandals broke into Dunbrody Abbey, near Campile, sometime between Saturday night and early Sunday morning, causing deliberate damage. A social media statement said: “This was not harmless mischief, butContinue reading “Vandalism forces closure of Dunbrody Abbey”
Could Wexford farms face fodder crisis?
By Dan Walsh Sinn Féin TD for Wicklow-Wexford, Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin, has called on the Minister for Agriculture and the Department of Agriculture to begin preparing for a potential fodder crisis as drought conditions continue to severely impact grass growth across County Wexford and other parts of the country. Speaking from the farm of DavidContinue reading “Could Wexford farms face fodder crisis?”
Enniscorthy honours greyhound racing memories
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Greyhound Stadium Enniscorthy Greyhound Stadium has officially opened its new “plaques memory wall” under the judge’s box at the top of the stand to “remember all who have passed through the Showgrounds.” Cllr Pat Kehoe, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, officially launched the memorial during Monday night’s racing programme.Continue reading “Enniscorthy honours greyhound racing memories”
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