Man (84) dies in Gorey collision

By Dan Walsh An 84-year-old pedestrian has died in a road traffic collision on the R772 Arklow Road at Aske a few kilometres north of Gorey. The incident occurred around 7.30pm last night. It is understood the deceased was walking a short distance to visit a neighbour when he was struck by a passing vehicle.Continue reading “Man (84) dies in Gorey collision”

Man (70s) dies in farm accident

By Dan Walsh A man in his 70s has died in an accident on a farm at Ballyfad, a few miles north of Coolgreany in North Wexford. The man was pronounced dead at the scene after the accident which happened around 11am this morning (Wednesday). Emergency services were quickly on the scene. The body wasContinue reading “Man (70s) dies in farm accident”

Proposed Direct Provision Centre at Rosslare Harbour

In a media statement issued today to WexfordLocal.com Wexford County Council wishes to provide clarification and an update in relation to the proposal to develop a Direct Provision Centre at the former Great Southern Hotel on St. Martin’s Road in Rosslare Harbour. The Council carried out inspections of the work being carried out at theContinue reading “Proposed Direct Provision Centre at Rosslare Harbour”

Five arrested in links to shooting incident

Gardaí investigating a shooting incident which occurred in Carlow on December 5th 2022 have made a number of arrests as part of their investigation. Searches were carried out earlier this morning in Carlow, Wexford and Waterford. A total of five men were arrested by Gardaí. Three of the men are aged in their 20s, oneContinue reading “Five arrested in links to shooting incident”

Public information launch for the Fleadh

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council Buildings Fleadh Cheoil 2024 hit the headlines last night (Monday) with a very well attended public information event in ‘the Street’ at Wexford County Council buildings, Carricklawn, Wexford, The purpose was to provide information and outlined the huge planning and logistics necessary to bring the event to aContinue reading “Public information launch for the Fleadh”

Enniscorthy plans going forward

By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District meeting Chief Executive of Wexford County Council, Tom Enright addressed today’s (Monday) monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District held at the Presentation Centre where he briefed members on several projects planned for the town and district. Mr Enright said the Council has been working in partnership with theContinue reading “Enniscorthy plans going forward”

Plans for new venue at Oyster Lane

By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council monthly meeting Wexford County Council members have approved Part 8 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) to develop public realm space in Wexford town at Crescent Quay between Harpers Lane and Oyster Lane and to construct a temporary multi-function venue. Approval was given at lastContinue reading “Plans for new venue at Oyster Lane”

Wilton Bridge reopens for traffic

By Dan Walsh The character and stonework at Wilton Bridge, linking the parishes of Bree and Davidstown over the River Boro, has been retained and flood damage repaired by Wexford County Council and the road and bridge re-opened for traffic this morning. Wilton Bridge was wrecked and has been closed to traffic since the ChristmasContinue reading “Wilton Bridge reopens for traffic”

Man (68) dies in workplace tragedy

By Dan Walsh A man died yesterday evening (Wednesday) in a workplace tragedy at a premises in Coolafancy, near Tinahely. He has been named locally as John Smyth, (68), from Cummerduff, Gorey, and Springhill Nursery, Coolafancy. Gardai responded to a call at 6.10pm and found the body of the man at the scene. Emergency servicesContinue reading “Man (68) dies in workplace tragedy”

Man (60s) dies in Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh A man in his 60s has died in a road traffic collision in the Duffry Gate/Bellefield area of Enniscorthy this morning (Thursday). The incident occurred shortly after 7am when a car collided with a pole. The sole occupant of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. The body was removed toContinue reading “Man (60s) dies in Enniscorthy”