By Dan Walsh Kilmore Quay and Enniscorthy are Wexford communities benefitting from Uisce Éireann’s €436m plus investment in wastewater infrastructure across the country in 2023. That’s according to the latest EPA Urban Wastewater Treatment Report published today, which shows the progress being made in tackling long-running issues like raw sewage discharges, while also underlining the needContinue reading “Enniscorthy and Kilmore Quay supported by Uisce Éireann”
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New book relives the memory of Liam Gaul
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Library A bumper attendance in Wexford Library tonight for the launch of ‘A Book for Liam’ conceived, compiled and edited by Brian Siggins and Nicky Rossiter which is a fresh collection of articles, art and photographs published in honour of Liam Gaul by a selection of new and established contributors.Continue reading “New book relives the memory of Liam Gaul”
€2.1m worth of cocaine seized in Wexford
By Dan Walsh Approximately 30kgs of cocaine with an estimated value of €2.1 million was seized in Wexford today, as part of a joint operation involving the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau (GNDOCB), Wexford Divisional Drugs Unit and Revenue’s Customs Service. A man in his 50s was arrested by An Garda Síochána andContinue reading “€2.1m worth of cocaine seized in Wexford”
1.2m cigarettes seized at Belview Port
By Dan Walsh Revenue officers have seized 1.2 million cigarettes with an estimated value of €1,005,000 following the search of an unaccompanied container at Belview Port, Waterford, which is located on the River Suir just off the River Barrow south of New Ross and west of Great Island. The seizure took place yesterday (Monday) becauseContinue reading “1.2m cigarettes seized at Belview Port”
Taoiseach and Minister visits Gorey and Arklow
By Dan Walsh Last Friday was a busy day for Fine Gael in the new North Wexford and South Wicklow constituency and, in particular for local General Election candidate Brian Brennan who was delighted to welcome Minister for Public Expenditure Paschal Donohue and An Taoiseach Simon Harris to events in Gorey and Arklow. The visitContinue reading “Taoiseach and Minister visits Gorey and Arklow”
The greening of Enniscorthy Castle
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle It was dark and damp in Enniscorthy this evening, but the brightness shone through as Enniscorthy Castle was lit up in the colour green in recognition of World Mental Health Day which takes place next Thursday, October 10th. The event, now in its second year, was organised by localContinue reading “The greening of Enniscorthy Castle”
800,000 litres of water saved in Wexford every day!
By Dan Walsh A massive 800,000 litres of water have been saved in Wexford every day following the detection of 70 major leaks across the county so far this year. The daily water savings are so significant that in the first half of this year alone that they would meet the daily demand of overContinue reading “800,000 litres of water saved in Wexford every day!”
Conor Robinson appointed President of County Wexford Chamber
By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has announced the appointment of Conor Robinson as its new President, a position effective since the annual general meeting on September 30. At the annual general meeting, Conor outlined his vision for County Wexford Chamber, which includes building on the work done by his immediate predecessors, Lorcan Kinsella andContinue reading “Conor Robinson appointed President of County Wexford Chamber”
€9.3m funding for 114 Wexford sports clubs
By Dan Walsh While Budget 2025 is not happening till tomorrow, Tuesday, it appears that the General Election will be arriving sooner rather than later, following last week’s announcement that €9,394,680 had been allocated to 114 Co. Wexford sports clubs to help with community sports facilities and equipment. This latest tranche of funding sees €8,529,254Continue reading “€9.3m funding for 114 Wexford sports clubs”
STATUS ORANGE WEATHER WARNING
Following the issuing of Status Yellow Wind and Rain and Status Orange Rain warning for Wexford by Met Éireann for today, Sunday, September 29th, Wexford County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team (SWAT) met yesterday at 5pm to assess the Weather Warnings for Wexford. All necessary preparations have been made across all Departments. The forecast is beingContinue reading “STATUS ORANGE WEATHER WARNING”
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