By Dan Walsh The Creative Ireland programme at Wexford County Council has invested in six projects that, through creativity, promote the love and use of the Irish language across the county. Taking a community-centred approach, the projects will encourage meaningful interactions with the language and promote confidence of its use at all levels. Selected through anContinue reading “‘As Gaeilge’ Creative Projects launched”
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Oylegate – Enniscorthy Night Road Run
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy The North Pole Express that once served its time on a busy bus route in London city stole the show at the annual Light Up the Night Road Run comprising of over 300 vehicles of all description -trucks, tractors and motorbikes, vintage and modern – which brought seasonal joy andContinue reading “Oylegate – Enniscorthy Night Road Run”
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”
Kilrush Drama Group 60th anniversary event
By Mary Doran As part of the 60th celebrations of Kilrush Drama Group they are publishing a second book continuing from their 50th Anniversary edition, Drama at Kilrush. This edition is titled More Drama at Kilrush and features over 30 productions by the group in the last ten years inclusive of two All-Ireland victories in 2015 and 2024. In the sameContinue reading “Kilrush Drama Group 60th anniversary event”
10 years of the Wexford Walking Festival
By Dan Walsh Wexford Walking Festival is taking place this weekend – Friday to Sunday inclusive – and all walkers are invited to embrace the natural beauty and wonderment that awaits over the festival weekend. This year’s festival will offer walkers a choice of three fully accredited walking trails with spectacular views from the mountainsContinue reading “10 years of the Wexford Walking Festival”
‘The Shadow’ series trilogy launched at Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh at Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy Local actor Fintan Kelly has launched the latest work; The Shadow of the Pike; by renowned local author Maria Nolan at a well-attended morning ceremony at The Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy, today (Saturday). Coffee and scones were amongst the refreshment delights. Mr Kelly said; “I am honouredContinue reading “‘The Shadow’ series trilogy launched at Enniscorthy”
Holy Relics of St Bernadette coming to Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh Bishop Ger Nash has addressed people in the Diocese of Ferns regards “an occasion of great blessing in our diocese when we will have the honour of hosting the holy relics of St. Bernadette in St. Aidan’s Cathedral next Monday and Tuesday, September 23rd and 24th. “Many of us have had theContinue reading “Holy Relics of St Bernadette coming to Enniscorthy”
Wexford interest and travel to the National Ploughing Championships
By Dan Walsh The annual National Ploughing Championships take place at Ratheniska, Co. Laois, this week – Tuesday to Thursday, September 17th-19th – with an expected attendance of ca-300,000, and with massive Wexford interest WexfordLocal.com has traffic information courtesy of An Garda Siochana, but look out for Wexford’s Sensory Friendly Clothing Brand, Sully and Juno.Continue reading “Wexford interest and travel to the National Ploughing Championships”
Search for Petmania’s ‘Puppy of the Year 2024’
By Dan Walsh Ireland’s most adorable pups are invited to compete for the coveted title of Petmania’s Puppy of the Year 2024, a celebration of the nation’s much-loved pets, culminating in a grand, ‘furry’ finale ceremony. Now in its 9th year, this popular annual competition has grown in popularity, with last year’s event attracting aContinue reading “Search for Petmania’s ‘Puppy of the Year 2024’”
Lecture and Garden Tour at Monksgrange
By Dan Walsh Busy week of heritage celebration across Co. Wexford in the coming days, but booking is open for the Heritage Week Lecture and Garden Tour at Monksgrange, near Rathnure, Enniscorthy, which takes place on Saturday, August 24th from 2-5pm. The programme is as follows; 2pm; Doors open 2.30pm; Jeremy Hill reviews the Farmleigh Gallery photographicContinue reading “Lecture and Garden Tour at Monksgrange”
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