By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting Cllr John O’Rourke speaking at Tuesday’s meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Council Chamber, Presentation Centre, wants to hear “our own anthem in our own language. Cllr O’Rourke submitted a motion to the meeting and introducing it before Cathaoirleach Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy andContinue reading “Call for anthem ‘As Gaeilge’ in all schools”
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Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery
By Dan Walsh The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, today announced funding for key infrastructure projects under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) Call 1. Five major infrastructure projects across Wexford are to receive funding under the HIIF. The purpose of the HIIF is to support direct investment in infrastructure required to unlock the development ofContinue reading “Wexford Council secures €70m for new homes delivery”
Boat adrift in dense fog near the Saltees
By Dan Walsh Kilmore Quay RNLI launched Monday afternoon to assist the crew of an 8-metre motorboat with engine failure adrift in fog near the Saltee Islands. The volunteer crew were requested to launch their all-weather Tamar class lifeboat RNLB Killarney by the Irish Coast Guard at 2.43 pm and under Coxswain Aidan Bates and with fiveContinue reading “Boat adrift in dense fog near the Saltees”
Funding announced for St Waleran’s Gorey project
By Dan Walsh Infrastructure funding for St Waleran’s and Ballytegan Road announced today (Tuesday) will transform North Gorey and open up the entire area to exciting developments; that’s according to Fine Gael TD for Wicklow Wexford, Brian Brennan. Welcoming the announcement of funding under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF), Deputy Brennan said; “This isContinue reading “Funding announced for St Waleran’s Gorey project”
€123,000 community funding for Gorey Kilmuckridge district
By Dan Walsh More than 200 community leaders, volunteers, and local elected members recently gathered at the Ashdown Park Hotel in Gorey to celebrate the presentation of more than €123,000 in district funding. The ceremony highlighted the vital role that local groups play in keeping the Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District vibrant, inclusive, and connected. Ms. AnitaContinue reading “€123,000 community funding for Gorey Kilmuckridge district”
Boat capsized in Wexford Harbour
By Dan Walsh Wexford RNLI launched on Saturday afternoon following reports of a capsized boat with a person in the water on the Ferrybank side of the River Slaney at Wexford Harbour. The volunteer crew were requested to launch their inshore lifeboat at 3.54pm and made their way to the scene at Ferrybank. On arrival,Continue reading “Boat capsized in Wexford Harbour”
Wexford hurling seeks new manager
By Dan Walsh Wexford GAA has announced that Keith Rossiter, (42), has stepped down as senior hurling manager. The Oulart-The Ballagh clubman confirmed his decision during a meeting with Chairman of Wexford GAA County Board, John Kenny on Friday morning. Rossiter served as Wexford senior hurling manager during the 2024, 2025 and 2026 campaigns. AtContinue reading “Wexford hurling seeks new manager”
Fáilte Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin
By Dan Walsh at Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin, Creagh, Gorey The new 22-unit social housing estate named Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin at Creagh, Gorey, was officially opened today (Friday) by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD. Minister Browne said; “When we discuss housing delivery, we easily fall into talking aboutContinue reading “Fáilte Cúirt Dhairmaid Uí Shúilleabháin”
Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival
By Dan Walsh at Rosslare Harbour The 5th annual three-day Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival was officially opened by Leo Coy, Organiser Festival Committee, following the lively Village Parade at the Memorial Garden earlier this evening. Mr Coy is welcoming everybody to Rosslare Harbour this week for a wonderful time for all the family. “The festivalContinue reading “Rosslare Harbour Maritime Festival”
Strong public interest for ‘An Lisín Mór’, Wexford.
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has welcomed the strong level of public interest shown at a recent Affordable Housing Information Event for the An Lisín Mór development in Coolballow, Wexford. The event, held at Whites Hotel, attracted a significant attendance of prospective homebuyers eager to learn more about the upcoming release of homes underContinue reading “Strong public interest for ‘An Lisín Mór’, Wexford.”
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