By Dan Walsh A man in his 50s has been arrested following a seizure of drugs worth over €3 million by Revenue Officers at Rosslare Europort on Saturday. Approximately 150.6kgs of suspected herbal cannabis with an estimated value of €3,012,000 was seized by Revenue Officers following the search of a truck which had disembarked fromContinue reading “Man (50s) arrested after €3m drug bust”
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€1.9m drug seizure in New Ross
By Dan Walsh A man in his 40’s was arrested after Gardaí seized almost €1.9 million worth of cocaine and cannabis during a search operation of a premises in New Ross on Friday. The search was carried out by members attached to the Wexford Crime Unit. 89kg of cannabis with an estimated value of €1.76Continue reading “€1.9m drug seizure in New Ross”
‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted “Do Not Swim” notices at Ballymoney Beach, Gorey, Co. Wexford. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the Beach. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do not swim” warningContinue reading “‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach”
Cliona’s big night at Rose of Tralee
By Dan Walsh The world famous Rose of Tralee contest takes place tonight (Monday) and tomorrow night (Tuesday) and viewing is available from 8pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. The Wexford Rose, Cliona O’Leary (26), from Boolavogue, is the last of 18 Roses on stage with Daithí Ó Sé tonight (Monday) and the wholeContinue reading “Cliona’s big night at Rose of Tralee”
Wexford Water Conservation Order still active
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann informs customers in Wexford that a Water Conservation Order (hosepipe ban) remains in effect in County Wexford until September 16th. The restrictions include the use of garden hoses and other non-essential water uses. The Order was put in place following a long period of dry weather combined with high demand,Continue reading “Wexford Water Conservation Order still active”
Wexford teenager is safe and well
By Dan Walsh Gardaí in Wexford have confirmed that missing teenager Abbie Reid has been located ‘safe and well’. The 14-year-old, had been reported missing from her home at Duncormick on Friday, August 8th. Gardaí say that ‘no further action is required’ and have expressed thanks to the media for their help.
Search for missing Wexford teenager
By Dan Walsh Gardaí in Wexford are seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing teenager Abbie Reid. The 14-year-old, who was reported missing from her home at Duncormick on Friday, August 8th, is approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall, with a medium build, brown eyes and long brown hair. When last seen, Abbie was wearingContinue reading “Search for missing Wexford teenager”
€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford
By Dan Walsh North Wexford – South Wicklow Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan welcomed €309,457 in funding for Wexford outdoor recreation projects announced Thursday under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The eight projects announced include enhancement works on walking and cycling trails, improvements to signage, provision of parking and trail furniture, improvements to accessibility andContinue reading “€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford”
Death of Wexford-born champion jockey
By Dan Walsh The death has occurred of Kilmore-born jockey Tommy Murphy, (88), who was champion jockey on the Flat in Ireland in 1978, rode a winner at the Cheltenham Festival, two Irish classics and was associated with the greats of Irish racing – Vincent O’Brien and Aidan O’Brien. Born on September 11th 1936, intoContinue reading “Death of Wexford-born champion jockey”
Swimming prohibited at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy beaches
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted “Do Not Swim” notices at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy Beaches, Co. Wexford. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the Beaches. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do NotContinue reading “Swimming prohibited at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy beaches”
