By Dan Walsh A major outbreak of fire at Tara Hill, raging since Sunday afternoon, is under control tonight. An Air Corps helicopter unit arrived at 12.40pm today (Monday) and has been very successful in dispersing water and reducing the fire, prioritising residential areas. The fire moved from a traditional in-flame phase to dampening down.Continue reading “Tara Hill fire is under control”
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Fire crews remain on Tara Hill
By Dan Walsh Five firefighting crews continue to be present at the site of a fire on Tara Hill in North Wexford, this afternoon after working through the night. The crews, from Gorey, Bunclody, Arklow and Carnew, are currently keeping the fire under control, with assistance from Coillte, Gardaí and local farmers, through the supply ofContinue reading “Fire crews remain on Tara Hill”
Large fire engulfs Tara Hill
By Dan Walsh Firefighters, Gardaí and local farmers spent Sunday afternoon and late into the night working to control a fire that affected vegetation on Tara Hill in North Wexford. The fire began in gorse and old vegetation on the eastern side of the hill. It was noticed around 2 pm, assisted by a seaContinue reading “Large fire engulfs Tara Hill”
Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade
By Dan Walsh Ballyduff Drama Group won the 2025 RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival at Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone. The results were announced last night, with nine groups contesting the finals, including three from Co. Wexford. The Waterford thespians superbly presented ‘The Blackwater Lightship’ based on the book of the same name by Colm TóibínContinue reading “Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade”
Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner
By Dan Walsh Wexford Bus is named as the Official Travel Partner for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. To celebrate this partnership, Wexford Bus will offer journeys free of charge on the Wexford Bus Connect Town Services (Routes WX1 and WX2) throughout the Fleadh. Additionally, the Wexford Bus timetables will be extended to include extra nighttime servicesContinue reading “Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner”
Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches
By Dan Walsh Six beaches in Co. Wexford received the prestigious ‘Blue Flag’ at a ceremony this afternoon at Ravenport Resort, Curracloe. The six beaches on the Wexford coastline that received the Blue Flags are; Curracloe Beach, Carne Beach, Morriscastle Beach, Rosslare Strand, Ballineskar Beach and Ballymoney North Beach, who regained the Blue FlagContinue reading “Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches”
Tributes to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen
By Dan Walsh Tributes have been paid to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen, Whitemoor, New Ross, who passed away on Monday morning. He was aged 67 years. Former champion jockey Davy Russell said; “His horses were always exceptionally well turned out. He was very particular, there would never be anything out of place. “He was veryContinue reading “Tributes to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen”
Call for 10-bed mental health unit
By Dan Walsh Speaking in Seanad Éireann today Senator Cathal Byrne raised the issue of mental health in the presence of Waterford Deputy Mary Butler, Minister of State at the Department of Health. Senator Byrne requested to highlight a motion that was recently passed by the members of Wexford County Council, which called on theContinue reading “Call for 10-bed mental health unit”
Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed
By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel Wexford County Council and the OPW (Office of Public Works) are developing a Flood Relief Scheme for Enniscorthy. A public consultation on the option selection was held at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, on Wednesday. Phase 1 involves removing the Seamus Rafter Bridge, which obstructs the River Slaney duringContinue reading “Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed”
Closure of underperforming Enniscorthy Car Park
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Enniscorthy-based Independent Cllr Jackser Owens raised concerns at Monday’s Wexford County Council’s monthly meeting about losing around 50 parking spaces at Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy, after the meter was removed and the lease ended. Speaking remotely, Cllr Owens claimed he had just heard that the Council wasContinue reading “Closure of underperforming Enniscorthy Car Park”
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