By Dan Walsh at Orchard Peace Park, Enniscorthy Hundreds of children enjoyed themselves at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council’s second annual free family Play Day, held this afternoon in the sun-soaked Orchard Peace Park. Newly elected Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Cllr Pat Kehoe told; WexfordLocal.com; “It was a very successful day. Huge crowd and plentyContinue reading “Family Play Day at Enniscorthy”
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7.7 million cigarettes seized
As part of an intelligence led operation involving Revenue officers based in Kilkenny assisted by Revenue officers based in Rosslare Europort, over 7.7 million cigarettes were seized in Co. Wexford. The smuggled cigarettes, branded ‘L&B’, have an estimated value of over €7.3 million, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of over €5.7 million. TheContinue reading “7.7 million cigarettes seized”
6-weeks hosepipe ban from Thursday
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has confirmed that a Water Conservation Order, commonly referred to as a hosepipe ban, will be in place for parts of Co. Wexford, from 00:01 on Thursday, July 16th for a period of six weeks. Night-time restrictions are in place in Courtown North, Killenagh, Kilmuckridge North and Clonroche areas toContinue reading “6-weeks hosepipe ban from Thursday”
Frank Mulrennan was proud Bunclody man
By Dan Walsh The funeral has taken place today of Frank Mulrennan, The Chase House, Bunclody, who has passed away in his 93rd year. Frank Mulrennan was born in the street of Bunclody and apart from his years at Blackrock College he has lived in and been part of Bunclody community for all of hisContinue reading “Frank Mulrennan was proud Bunclody man”
Illegal dumpers “should be locked up in jail?”
By Dan Walsh at the July meeting of Wexford County Council The Minister of State with responsibility for the Circular Economy Alan Dillon recently confirmed that he has signed the commencement order providing for a substantial increase in litter fines. From September 1st, 2026, the fixed-payment on-the-spot fine for littering will rise from €150 toContinue reading “Illegal dumpers “should be locked up in jail?””
Co. Wexford night-time water restrictions
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is asking customers in parts of County Wexford to be mindful of their water use as night-time restrictions are being introduced to help maintain daytime water supplies for local communities. The current spell of warm weather has led to a significant increase in water demand across the county, with demandContinue reading “Co. Wexford night-time water restrictions”
Six people rescued at Rosslare Strand
By Dan Walsh Six people were rescued from the water at Rosslare Strand on Sunday afternoon following an incident where a young swimmer was in difficulty in the water and brave rescuers ended up in difficulty themselves. All of those brought to hospital are currently believed to be in a stable condition. Operations Resource ManagerContinue reading “Six people rescued at Rosslare Strand”
Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Weekend
By Dan Walsh at Clohamon A parade from Slaney ABP to the field starting at 7pm on Saturday evening kick starts the two-day Irish Vintage Society All-Ireland Vintage and Heritage Weekend taking place under the auspices of Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Club in Clohamon. “This is a special year for us as we are proudContinue reading “Clohamon Vintage and Heritage Weekend”
Uisce Éireann calls on County Wexford to help conserve water
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers across County Wexford to help conserve water as exceptionally high demand continues to place pressure on local water supplies. The appeal is focused on customers supplied by the Wexford Town, Fardystown, Taylorstown and Gorey water treatment plants, where water usage has increased significantly during the recentContinue reading “Uisce Éireann calls on County Wexford to help conserve water”
Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival weekend
By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay The 41st annual Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival was officially opened this evening (Thursday) by local musician Liam Bates following a parade of local groups from the Stella Maris Centre to the stage on the quayside. Jesse Sludds was on stage tonight (Thursday) fresh from the Shania Twain Concert andContinue reading “Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival weekend”
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