By Dan Walsh The centenary of the Truce in the War of Independence was commemorated in a brief, but dignified ceremony held in the Orchard Peace Park at the Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy today. Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, Cllr Cathal Byrne said; “During the two and a half years of the War of IndependenceContinue reading “Centenary of Truce remembered in Enniscorthy”
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Two injured in Kilmore Quay workplace incident
By Dan Walsh Two men in their 60’s sustained serious injuries in a workplace incident at the rear of the Stella Maris Centre in Kilmore Quay this afternoon. It is understood that the men were working together on some scaffolding when it collapsed, and they were thrown to the ground at around 3.30pm. One ofContinue reading “Two injured in Kilmore Quay workplace incident”
Welcome for Bishop-elect Ger Nash
By Dan Walsh WexfordLocal.com has learned that Bishop-elect Msgr Ger Nash will be installed as Bishop of Ferns on Sunday, September 5th in St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy. Further details to follow closer to the time. Msgr Nash who is the new parish priest of Wexford town was in The Church of the Assumption Bride St.Continue reading “Welcome for Bishop-elect Ger Nash”
Body found on Gorey’s Fort Road
Gardai are carrying out an investigation following the discovery of a man’s body on the side of the road at 3.45am today after Gardai in Gorey were called to the Fort Road area in the town. The man in his mid-20s was pronounced dead at the scene, however a cause of death has not yetContinue reading “Body found on Gorey’s Fort Road”
Cllr Barbara-Anne is “First Citizen of Co. Wexford”
By Dan Walsh “It is an honour and a privilege for me to be elected Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council and what is truly remarkable I’m only the third woman to achieve this honour in 120 years,”; the opening words of Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy in her acceptance speech following her election as Cathaoirleach at today’sContinue reading “Cllr Barbara-Anne is “First Citizen of Co. Wexford””
Cllr Garry Laffan is new Mayor of Wexford
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”
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”
