By Dan Walsh The newly elected Mayor of Wexford is Cllr Garry Laffan (Fianna Fail) who was “honoured and privileged” to be elevated to the historic position at the annual general meeting of Wexford Borough and Municipal District Council held this morning. From Glynn, Mayor Laffan is an All-Ireland hurling medal holder with the victoriousContinue reading “Cllr Garry Laffan is new Mayor of Wexford”
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Cllr Cathal Byrne is Enniscorthy Chair
By Dan Walsh Ballyhogue solicitor Cllr Cathal Byrne (Fine Gael) is the new Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council defeating Cllr Jackser Owens (Independent), 4 votes to 2, at the annual general meeting held at Kilcannon Garden Centre this morning. Proposed by Cllr Kathleen Codd-Nolan and seconded by Cllr Aidan Browne, Cllr Byrne paid tributeContinue reading “Cllr Cathal Byrne is Enniscorthy Chair”
Cllr Jim Moore is Rosslare Cathaoirleach
By Dan Walsh Cllr Jim Moore, (Fine Gael), was elected Cathaoirleach of Rosslare Municipal District Council at this morning’s annual general meeting held at Wexford County Council Headquarters. Tributes were paid to the outgoing Cathaoirleach Cllr Frank Staples, (Fine Gael), and thanks were expressed to him for his dedicated service to the role. Cllr Moore,Continue reading “Cllr Jim Moore is Rosslare Cathaoirleach”
Bertram Allen nominated for Wexford and Ireland at Tokyo Olympics
Enniscorthy-born world class showjumping rider Bertram Allen will represent Wexford and Ireland at the Tokyo Olympics. The official selection of the athlete and horse combinations for both the Showjumping and Eventing disciplines at the Tokyo Olympics will be made by the Olympic Federation of Ireland in the coming days, but WexfordLocal.com can confirm that nominationsContinue reading “Bertram Allen nominated for Wexford and Ireland at Tokyo Olympics”
Gorey’s Foster Horan on his way to Tokyo Olympics
By Dan Walsh There is great sporting excitement in North Wexford this weekend after the brilliant news emerged that Gorey RFC player, Foster Horan has qualified for the Olympics as part of the Rugby Sevens team. The Ireland Men’s Sevens is first Irish Rugby team to compete at the Olympics, in what will be theContinue reading “Gorey’s Foster Horan on his way to Tokyo Olympics”
Option C selected for Oilgate-Rosslare extension
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has today announced that Option C has been confirmed as the scheme option that can best deliver the objectives of the N11/N25 Oilgate to Rosslare Harbour scheme. This critically important infrastructural project aims to significantly improve road safety, expand capacity, and shorten journeys for both private and commercial trafficContinue reading “Option C selected for Oilgate-Rosslare extension”
Search for missing man in Rosslare Harbour
A search is continuing in Rosslare Harbour this evening for a man reported missing. Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of Stuart Van Der Bliake, (59), who has been missing from the Rosslare Harbour area since yesterday (Tuesday). Stuart is described as being approximately 6 foot in height with a heavyContinue reading “Search for missing man in Rosslare Harbour”
Man dies in Enniscorthy workplace incident
A man who was seriously injured in a workplace incident at the Showgrounds, Enniscorthy, yesterday (Sunday) has died. He has been named as Paul Martin, (48), from Cromogue, Bunclody. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the incident that occurred around 1.10pm. The man was airlifted to Tallaght Hospital, Dublin. The Health and SafetyContinue reading “Man dies in Enniscorthy workplace incident”
Ecumenical support for new Bishop
By Dan Walsh The Right Reverend Michael Burrows, Bishop of Cashel, Ferns, Ossory & Leighin, Waterford and Lismore has offered the congratulations and prayers of the Church of Ireland community in Ferns to Fr Ger Nash, today announced Bishop-elect to the Diocese of Ferns in succession to Bishop Denis Brennan, who is retiring. Bishop BurrowsContinue reading “Ecumenical support for new Bishop”
Welcome for new Bishop of Ferns
By Dan Walsh His Holiness Pope Francis has appointed Fr Ger Nash, a priest of the Diocese of Killaloe in Co Clare, as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Ferns. The news of this Episcopal appointment was made public today and following the announcement of Bishop Denis Brennan’s successor, Mass was celebrated at StContinue reading “Welcome for new Bishop of Ferns”
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