By Dan Walsh A 600-page planning application from Tara Studios for a new film and television studio to be located at Borleagh Manor, Gorey, will be lodged with Wexford County Council this week. Tara Studios aims to become one of the largest studio facilities in Ireland encompassing seven sound stages and related production facilities. LocatedContinue reading “Lights, camera, action in North Wexford”
Category Archives: BREAKING NEWS
‘Shop Enniscorthy Support Local’ campaign launched
By Dan Walsh The much anticipated ‘Shop Enniscorthy, Shop Local, online or on the street’ public information campaign to encourage the community to spend locally is launched. Supported by Enniscorthy & District Chamber, Enniscorthy Business Association, and the Municipal District Council, all three partners joined forces with the aim to retain as much consumer spendContinue reading “‘Shop Enniscorthy Support Local’ campaign launched”
Planning for two office buildings at Enniscorthy Technology Park
By Dan Walsh Planning consent for the development of two modern office buildings (circa. 9,100m2) at Enniscorthy Technology Park has been granted, including one proposed to accommodate the United Nations NZEB Training Centre of Excellence, to be developed initially by Wexford County Council in collaboration with the Waterford Wexford Educational Training Board with designation from the UNContinue reading “Planning for two office buildings at Enniscorthy Technology Park”
Boil Water Notice issued for SOW water scheme
By Dan Walsh A Boil Water Notice has been put in place for approximately 9,383 people in the area of the SOW water scheme due to the recent bad weather causing a shutdown at the Killmallock Water Treatment plant, near Ballymurn, and has seen a deterioration in raw water quality at the plant. The plant isContinue reading “Boil Water Notice issued for SOW water scheme”
Covid cancels Santa’s Enchanted Castle
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy’s popular Santa’s Enchanted Castle family Christmas experience, due to commence on November 21st, has been cancelled. Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy said; “No doubt there will be disappointment among local children. When Government restrictions levels are clarified in early December Santa will make sure to conjure upContinue reading “Covid cancels Santa’s Enchanted Castle”
Death of top Gorey businessman
By Dan Walsh Many tributes have been paid to leading Gorey businessman, Sean Stafford, senior, who passed away at his home, Ramsfort Park, aged 89 years. Sean has been associated with the business, social and sporting activity links in the community and received many awards for his loyalty, commitment and contribution to the betterment ofContinue reading “Death of top Gorey businessman”
Missing man (64) is safe and well
Sean Timmons, 64 years, who had been missing from his home in Enniscorthy since last Tuesday has been located safe and well. An Garda Siochana sought the public’s help in tracing Mr Timmons and wishes to thank the public and media for their assistance in this matter.
75 new Financial Services jobs for Gorey.
Global Business Services provider CSC will establish a new European Centre of Operational Excellence in Gorey, creating 75 jobs over four years. The new roles are for experienced financial services professionals and qualified accountants. This project is supported by the Irish government through IDA Ireland. CSC is one of the world’s largest privately held businessesContinue reading “75 new Financial Services jobs for Gorey.”
Water leaks under repair in Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh Irish Water, working in partnership with Wexford County Council identified two large leaks today on Enniscorthy town’s water supply network, one of which has been repaired. A second leak located in Bridge Meadows will be repaired tomorrow morning. The town’s water supply will be shut off tonight (Wednesday) from 10pm to 5amContinue reading “Water leaks under repair in Enniscorthy”
Man (64) missing from Enniscorthy area
Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of Sean Timmons, 64 years, who is missing from the Enniscorthy area since Tuesday (yesterday). He is described as being 5’11”, with grey hair, of stocky build with blue eyes. When last seen Sean was wearing a dark grey jacket, blue jeans and a darkContinue reading “Man (64) missing from Enniscorthy area”
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