By Dan Walsh Funding of €4.9 million has been allocated under the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport, and Media for the first phase development of a new sports complex at the former St. Waleran’s Demesne site to the north of Gorey. Wexford County Council is ‘match’ funding theContinue reading “€4.9m for new Gorey sports complex”
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Wexford success at Pride of Place awards
By Dan Walsh The Rocks Community Area consisting of Maudlintown and surrounding areas in Wexford Town took first place in the Urban Neighbourhood category at the prestigious Pride of Place community awards held at a gala ceremony in the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan, last Saturday night. Fethard-on-Sea Community Development Association took runner-up in the population 1000-2000Continue reading “Wexford success at Pride of Place awards”
Woman (29) missing from Wexford town
UPDATE; Monday, November 11th; Ann Lambe Murphy / Murray, 29 years old, who was reported missing since Thursday, November 7th, 2024, has been located safely. No further media action is required. An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance. Gardaí in Wexford are appealing to the public forContinue reading “Woman (29) missing from Wexford town”
They’re off for the 2024 General Election!
By Dan Walsh It’s official! Taoiseach Simon Harris was in Áras an Uachtaráin today with President Michael D. Higgins for the dissolution of the 33rd Dáil and polling day is confirmed for Friday, November 29th. Tonight, social media is coming alive with candidates seeking the votes and ladders are in keen demand as hundreds ofContinue reading “They’re off for the 2024 General Election!”
Brendan and Paul bid farewell to the Dáil
By Dan Walsh Long serving Wexford Oireachtas members Brendan Howlin TD and Paul Kehoe TD have spent their last hours in Leinster House and will cease their careers as parliamentarians when the 33rd Dail is dissolved today (Friday) and the way is officially opened for the General Election on Friday, November 29th. Both deputies, BrendanContinue reading “Brendan and Paul bid farewell to the Dáil”
Body recovered from Wexford Harbour
The search for missing Wexford man Brandon Roche has been stood down following the discovery of a body south of Wexford Bridge. The 19-year-old is believed to have entered the water near Wexford Harbour at around 2.05 am on Sunday, October 27th. Gardaí have confirmed that a body was recovered from Wexford Harbour earlier today.Continue reading “Body recovered from Wexford Harbour”
Cllr Michael Sheehan resigns from Fianna Fáil
By Dan Walsh Long serving New Ross Cllr Michael Sheehan has resigned from the Fianna Fáil Party and announced his intention to contest the forthcoming General Election as an Independent or Non-Party candidate. Although Cllr Sheehan only made the announcement a few hours ago, WexfordLocal.com understands that the news is no surprise amongst many partyContinue reading “Cllr Michael Sheehan resigns from Fianna Fáil”
Tributes to legendary showjumping star Con Power
By Dan Walsh The death has occurred of the legendary showjumper, Captain Con Power, (71), of international fame who is universally acknowledged as one of the finest riders of his generation and enjoyed a sparkling career during the 1970s and 1980s. A native of Loftus Hall, Fethard-on-Sea in south-west Wexford Con married Margaret Latta, Ballycarney,Continue reading “Tributes to legendary showjumping star Con Power”
World angling event is a great catch for Wexford
By Dan Walsh at the Irish National Heritage Park The World Championship Shore Angling 2024, featuring YOUTH (under 16) and JUNIORS (under 21) categories takes place on the Wexford coastline until November 9th showcasing the talents and passions of young anglers from around the globe in a competition that promises excitement, camaraderie, and the spiritContinue reading “World angling event is a great catch for Wexford”
Woman missing from her home in Gorey
UPDATE, Tuesday, November 5th; Aoife O’Callaghan, 31 years, who had been missing from Gorey, Co.Wexford since 31st October 2024, has been located safe and well. We would like to thank the public and media for their assistance. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 31-year-old Aoife O’Callaghan has been missing fromContinue reading “Woman missing from her home in Gorey”
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