By Dan Walsh A mother of three who worked as a hairdresser lost her life in a tragic road accident while she was at a wedding in the Dominican Republic.She has been named as Claire Cullen, from Riverchapel, Gorey, and is being remembered as a kind, talented hairdresser and devoted mother of three. She isContinue reading “Gorey mother dies in Dominican Republic”
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€23.7m to build 60 homes in Wexford town
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has been awarded funding approval of €23.7 million for 60 homes at a 3.5-acre greenfield site in Killeens on the outskirts of Wexford town. The name of the development is An Roschoill, named after a copse or ‘a small group of trees.’ A high-quality streetscape has been developed, withContinue reading “€23.7m to build 60 homes in Wexford town”
Lone sailor rescued off Kilmore Quay
By Dan Walsh Kilmore Quay RNLI’s all-weather lifeboat launched early today on Monday morning to assist a lone sailor aboard a 12-metre yacht experiencing engine failure. At the request of the Coast Guard, the volunteer crew launched at 3.21 am to assist a lone sailor when his yacht experienced engine failure approximately nine nautical miles south-eastContinue reading “Lone sailor rescued off Kilmore Quay”
€230m Terminal 7 opens at Rosslare Europort
By Dan Walsh The Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (DPER), Jack Chambers TD, together with Kevin “Boxer” Moran TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), attended the official opening of the new Customs and Border Control Complex at Rosslare Europort this morning. The constructionContinue reading “€230m Terminal 7 opens at Rosslare Europort”
Death of Enniscorthy based businessman
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy is mourning the sudden passing of Biju Varavumkal Sreedharan, an Indian-born businessman in his mid-50s who founded The Holy Grail culinary group in Co. Wexford. Biju’s culinary journey began in 1992 at the Taj Group of Hotels, a prestigious 5-star hotel chain in India. He spent several years honing his craftContinue reading “Death of Enniscorthy based businessman”
Rosslare–Fishguard twinning agreement
By Dan Walsh Since the Fishguard-Rosslare ferry began in 1906, the Wales-Ireland route has thrived, connecting communities and families on the popular and historic 54-mile Irish Sea crossing. And a new chapter of friendship has developed. Rosslare Municipal District Cathaoirleach, Cllr Ger Carthy, and Fishguard & Goodwick Mayor, Cllr William Shaw, have formally entered intoContinue reading “Rosslare–Fishguard twinning agreement”
€897,416 for Co. Wexford outdoor projects
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council is to receive €897,416 for three outdoor recreation projects in Co. Wexford. The funding goes to Coolgreany, Carne and Wellingtonbridge. €197,416 has been approved for the installation of a footpath from Coolgreany village to the entrance of Ballyfad Woods in North Wexford. Chairman of Wexford County Council and memberContinue reading “€897,416 for Co. Wexford outdoor projects”
Gorey teenager located safe and well
By Dan Walsh UPDATE; November 7th 2025; Owen Kennedy (19) who was reported missing from Gorey, Co. Wexford since Saturday, 1st November 2025, has been located safe and well. Gardaí would like to thank the media for their assistance. No further action is required. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts ofContinue reading “Gorey teenager located safe and well”
It’s a wrap at the Opera 2025
By Dan Walsh The 74th Wexford Festival Opera came to a glorious close on Saturday night after 16 incredible days and nights. Wexford Festival Opera asked WexfordLocal.com to reflect its appreciation. “A very special thank you to everyone who joined us; whether you came for one performance or immersed yourself in the full line-up, weContinue reading “It’s a wrap at the Opera 2025”
Proceeds from crime allocated to Enniscorthy funding
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy Community Alliance will receive over €142,000 from the Community Safety Fund, supporting 42 safety projects nationwide. The Community Safety Fund returns crime proceeds seized by the CAB (Criminal Assets Bureau) and An Garda Siochana to local communities. Minister for Housing, Local Development and the Environment, Enniscorthy’s James Browne TD has welcomedContinue reading “Proceeds from crime allocated to Enniscorthy funding”
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