Wexford Macra charity dance on Friday

Wexford Macra are holding a dance in the IFA Centre, Enniscorthy, next Friday, January 19th, in aid of two great causes – Little Blue Heroes and Talk to Tom. With music by award-winning country star Stuart Moyles. As a grassroots organisation, Wexford Macra are committed to engaging with, and improving, the wider community around them. FoundedContinue reading “Wexford Macra charity dance on Friday”

Enniscorthy in a brighter light

By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy With a gentle flick of a switch from the nimble fingers of Mr and Mrs Claus the streets of Enniscorthy were illuminated for Christmas this evening in Market Square and the crowds cheered loudly across the town. Performers, cartoon characters and children decorated in seasonal costume gathered in the groundsContinue reading “Enniscorthy in a brighter light”

A sad ending at Dun Mhuire Theatre

By Dan Walsh in Wexford town The music is ghostly silent, no more laughter at the pantomime and sketches, gone are the colourful scenes of drama and theatre, the prizes that cheered up the friendship at the bingo sessions is long spent and the election counts are long forgotten as the historic Dun Mhuire TheatreContinue reading “A sad ending at Dun Mhuire Theatre”

Enniscorthy welcomes Blackstairs Blues

By Dan Walsh The Indian summer temperatures are set to last until the end of this week, at least, just in time to celebrate the 29th annual Blackstairs Blues music festival keeping the sound of music alive at nine lively venues around Enniscorthy. The festival kicks off on Thursday at 7pm in Enniscorthy Library withContinue reading “Enniscorthy welcomes Blackstairs Blues”

Louisa wins the fashion stakes

By Dan Walsh at Wexford Racecourse It was Ladies Day at Friday evening’s Wexford races and there were plenty of fashion doing the rounds although the weather was misbehaving at times, but it was a pretty occasion of glamour, colour, social intercourse and good fun. The judge was celebrity fashion expert Marietta Doran, who admittedContinue reading “Louisa wins the fashion stakes”

Free street music in Gorey

By Dan Walsh Gorey is in celebration mode this weekend with free nightly music from the big stage on Main Street as part of the annual Gorey Market House Festival. A large crowd gathered for Friday’s opening night music with Corner Boy followed by Allie Sherlock and both acts went down incredibly well. Tonight (Saturday)Continue reading “Free street music in Gorey”

Gorey ready for August festival

By Dan Walsh Details of this year’s Gorey Market House Festival taking place over the August Bank Holiday Weekend (August 4th-6th) have been released and the organising committee are promising the best of the arts, music and various events suitable for the whole family. Philip Knight, Gorey District Manager told WexfordLocal.com of his personal excitementContinue reading “Gorey ready for August festival”

Sea Sunday in Courtown

By Nicky Deacon Courtown RNLI’s fundraising committee are to host a family fun day next Sunday on the North Pier in Courtown. Blessing of the boats and a short ceremony recognising and remembering those who lost their lives at sea will commence at 2pm.This will be followed by an afternoon of fun for all theContinue reading “Sea Sunday in Courtown”

Wexford welcome as Rose Tour returns

By Dan Walsh at County Hall, Wexford Wexford County Council has announced the exciting return of the Wexford Rose Tour and roses from the 2023 Rose of Tralee International Festival will enjoy three days of adventure and fun this August. Details were announced at a press reception at County Hall, Carricklawn. Organised by Visit WexfordContinue reading “Wexford welcome as Rose Tour returns”

Sea monster seen in Ferns

By Dan Walsh in Ferns The mid-day Bank Holiday parade was always going to be the highlight for many at the Festival of Ferns and the signs were positive long before the spectacle begins as families lined the streets and took up vantage viewing areas from early morning. Setting off from the grounds of St.Continue reading “Sea monster seen in Ferns”