Cllr Barbara-Anne is popular choice

By Dan Walsh at the annual general meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council Long surviving Bunclody-based Fianna Fáil public representative Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy is the new Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council. She received the full backing of her colleagues at the annual general meeting held in the Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy, this morning. Cllr MurphyContinue reading “Cllr Barbara-Anne is popular choice”

Gorey gets 30 town centre apartments

By Dan Walsh Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, and outgoing Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen, officially opened the new Páirc Aonaigh housing development at Wexford Street, Gorey in a low profile ceremony last night. A well designed social housing development comprising 30 apartment and duplex units. TheContinue reading “Gorey gets 30 town centre apartments”

Enniscorthy weekend 1798 commemoration

By Dan Walsh at the National 1798 Rebellion Centre, Enniscorthy A new portrait of John Kelly The Boy From Killanne by world renowned artist Jim Fitzgerald has gone on public display at the National 1798 Rebellion Centre at Enniscorthy. The work was presented by Deputy Johnny Mythen TD at a function earlier this evening toContinue reading “Enniscorthy weekend 1798 commemoration”

New Ross adds two Age Friendly parking spaces

By Dan Walsh New Ross Municipal District unveiled two new Age-Friendly parking spaces in New Ross town on Thursday. The launch was performed by Cllr Bridín Murphy, Cathaoirleach of New Ross Municipal District, with district members and Council officials present.These dedicated parking spaces are designed to promote inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that older residents andContinue reading “New Ross adds two Age Friendly parking spaces”

No path on Rafter Street? “Cllr Owens”

By Dan Walsh at the monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting The ban on advertising sandwich boards in Enniscorthy surfaced again at last Tuesday’s monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District meeting where Cllr Pat Kehoe called for “a common-sense approach”. Director of Services Carolyne Godkin reiterated the sentiments of Chief Executive Eddie TaaffeContinue reading “No path on Rafter Street? “Cllr Owens””

Cllr Dwyer is New Ross Cathaoirleach

By Dan Walsh Independent Cllr John Dwyer is the new Cathaoirleach for New Ross Municipal District. He was elected at today’s annual general meeting and replaces Cllr Bridín Murphy. “It was an honour and a privilege to be elected as Cathaoirleach of New Ross Municipal District Council this afternoon, said Cllr Dwyer on a socialContinue reading “Cllr Dwyer is New Ross Cathaoirleach”

Gorey water supply interruption

By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann teams are currently repairing a burst water main that has reduced flow to the Creagh Water Treatment Plant in Gorey. The burst is disrupting water supply for Uisce Éireann customers in Gorey Town, Tara Hill, Ballymoney, and nearby areas. Crews are on site and are working to repair the burst.Continue reading “Gorey water supply interruption”

Road crash on N25 to Kilmore

By Dan Walsh An elderly couple were transported to the hospital last evening (Wednesday) after a single-vehicle traffic collision on the N25, south of Ballycogley on the road to Kilmore. Emergency services responded to the incident, and the road was temporarily closed to facilitate the removal of the damaged vehicle. The road has since beenContinue reading “Road crash on N25 to Kilmore”

Injured sailor off Rosslare coast

By Dan Walsh Rosslare Harbour RNLI came to the assistance of an injured crew member on a yacht one mile off Rosslare Europort on Monday. The all-weather lifeboat launched at 7.15pm following a request from the Irish Coast Guard. On arrival at the scene and having communicated with the crew of four and assessing theContinue reading “Injured sailor off Rosslare coast”

Cllr Kenny back in Gorey Kilmuckrige Chair

By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge District annual general meeting in Gorey Popular Fianna Fáil member Cllr Donal Kenny is the new Cathaoirleach of Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council following his election at the annual general meeting held in Gorey Council Chamber today. Proposed by Cllr Pip Breen and seconded by Cllr Anthony Donohoe, CllrContinue reading “Cllr Kenny back in Gorey Kilmuckrige Chair”