By Dan Walsh Testing conducted as part of Wexford County Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water showed elevated levels of bacteria at Duncannon Beach and following consultation with the HSE, has issued a “Do Not Swim” notice in accordance with the Bathing Water Quality Regulations 2008 and in the interest of public health. Further samplesContinue reading “Duncannon “Do Not Swim Notice” “
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Man, (80) drowns on Curracloe beach
By Dan Walsh An 80-year-old man has died after getting into difficulty at Curracloe beach today (Tuesday). It is understood that he is not from Wexford and was visiting the popular seaside with his family. He had been swimming at Curracloe when he became ill. Members of the public rushed to the scene and removedContinue reading “Man, (80) drowns on Curracloe beach”
Enniscorthy man has died in Canada
By Dan Walsh Fond memories and lasting friendship of David McCoy have been revived in his native town of Enniscorthy following the sad news of his lamented death at Calgary, Alberta, Canada, on November 17th, 2022. He was aged 79 years. The ashes of David McCoy will be interred in Enniscorthy and the interment ceremonyContinue reading “Enniscorthy man has died in Canada”
New 3-seat Wicklow-Wexford constituency
By Dan Walsh The Electoral Commission Constituency Review Report 2023, launched today, recommends the formation of a new 3-seat constituency called Wicklow-Wexford. This constituency should comprise 41 electoral districts with a population of 49,743 from north Wexford and 31 electoral districts with a population of 35,708 from south Wicklow. The Wicklow-Wexford constituency would have aContinue reading “New 3-seat Wicklow-Wexford constituency”
The Deeps Bridge to remain closed
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has announced a temporary road closure extension to The Deeps Bridge over the River Slaney between Crossabeg and Killurin from tomorrow (Thursday) until Friday, October 20th. The bridge was closed last January to facilitate extensive restoration and specialised reinforcement work at a cost of €2 million, but WexfordLocal.com understandsContinue reading “The Deeps Bridge to remain closed”
Visiting Aussies enjoyed Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Council Chamber “Thanks for the hospitality. We had a great time here”, the words of Kerry Robinson, Chief Executive Officer of Blacktown City, speaking on behalf of a delegation from the New South Wales, Australia, who enjoyed a weekend in Enniscorthy at a special presentation event held in the CouncilContinue reading “Visiting Aussies enjoyed Enniscorthy”
Maria Nolan’s successful book launch
By Dan Walsh at Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy Internationally acclaimed best selling novelist Carmel Harrington was special guest at the Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy, on Saturday evening, where she performed the official launch of Maria Nolan’s eagerly awaited third publication; From the Slaney to the Yukon. Speaking with WexfordLocal.com, Carmel Harrington said; “It’s been aContinue reading “Maria Nolan’s successful book launch”
Bell tolls for poet John Cooney
By Dan Walsh at Red Books, Wexford Described by his closest friends as their favourite Wexford poet, John Cooney was the guest of honour at a pleasant reception held in Red Books, St. Peter’s Square, Wexford, on Friday night for the launch of his latest publication, One More Bell to Ring. John was humbled byContinue reading “Bell tolls for poet John Cooney”
Enniscorthy signs Sister Cities Agreement with Blacktown
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle The Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, Cllr John O’Rourke hosted a Civic Reception for a visiting delegation from Blacktown City, a suburb of Sydney Australia, held in Enniscorthy Castle last evening (Friday) where the highlight featured the signing of a ‘Sister Cities Friendship Agreement.’ Cllr O’Rourke extended “a warmContinue reading “Enniscorthy signs Sister Cities Agreement with Blacktown”
Large drugs raid in Co. Wexford
Revenue officers seized approximately 27kgs of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of over €540.000 in County Wexford on Wednesday. It was part of an intelligence-led operation, but the location in County Wexford has not been disclosed. The seizure was made as a result of a joint operation conducted by Revenue’s Customs Service and theContinue reading “Large drugs raid in Co. Wexford”
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