6 people arrested in drugs bust

Six people have been arrested following the search of 15 houses as part of ongoing investigations into criminality in the Enniscorthy and Gorey areas. It happened as Gardaí conducted an operation recently that is connected to Operation THOR. During the search of 15 houses, over €13,000 worth of drugs were seized (subject to analysis) andContinue reading “6 people arrested in drugs bust”

Thrilling finishes at Monksgrange

By Dan Walsh at Monksgrange A dead-heat in the Winner of Two race for novice riders was the highlight on day of close finishes and reliance on the photo finish camera at the Bree Hunt annual point-to-point races held in Spring-like conditions at Monksgrange, Rathnure, this afternoon. Colin Bowe trained Tara Cove ridden by BertieContinue reading “Thrilling finishes at Monksgrange”

Search for missing Wexford teenager

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Jim Bob McDonagh who is missing from his home in Wexford Town since Tuesday, March 21st. Jim Bob is described as approximately 6 feet tall with a broad build. He has brown hair and blue eyes. Anyone with information on Jim Bob’s whereaboutsContinue reading “Search for missing Wexford teenager”

Man (30s) injured in Courtown

Gardai in Gorey are investigating an incident outside of a premises in Courtown Harbour yesterday (Saturday) where a man was injured, although not confirmed, believed to have been stabbed. The incident occurred at approximately 2.30pm. The man, who is understood to be in his 30s, was taken from the scene by ambulance to St. Vincent’sContinue reading “Man (30s) injured in Courtown”

Major industrial fire in New Ross

By Dan Walsh Several units of the fire service from Wexford and Waterford battled a major industrial fire at the Culcita furniture manufacturing storage building near Kent’s Cross, in New Ross, today. The fire was first noticed around 10.30 am when clouds of dense black smoke were seen coming from the premises and the emergencyContinue reading “Major industrial fire in New Ross”

Bree races at Monksgrange on Sunday

By Dan Walsh Ground conditions are expected to be ‘soft’ at the annual Bree Hunt point-to-point races taking place at Monksgrange, Rathnure, tomorrow (Sunday). A strong entry of 120 has been received for the six races and the first race off at 2pm. Two meetings today (Saturday) and some Wexford success. At Portrush, Co. Antrim,Continue reading “Bree races at Monksgrange on Sunday”

Consultants appointed for Wexford Flood Relief Scheme

By Dan Walsh Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), Patrick O’Donovan T.D., visited Wexford on Thursday where he welcomed the appointment of Nicholas O’Dwyer Ltd as engineering and environmental consultants to carry out the design of the Wexford Town and Environs Flood Relief Scheme. The Wexford Flood Relief SchemeContinue reading “Consultants appointed for Wexford Flood Relief Scheme”

26 jobs to go at Enniscorthy

By Dan Walsh Twenty-six staff members are facing lay off at DB Enniscorthy, formerly ClearStream Technologies, who employs more than 490 people in the Enniscorthy North Business Park at Moyne Upper. Employees affected were informed of the lay-offs, which the company has described as temporary, at meetings today (Thursday). According to a spokesperson for BD;Continue reading “26 jobs to go at Enniscorthy”

Safety measures needed at Clone beach

By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District monthly meeting A situation at Clone Beach with a build-up of sandbanks and steep sandy cliff edges created where the Ahare River flows into the sea is causing concerns locally and Cllr Anthony Donohoe made a sincere call to “make it safe” when he raised the matterContinue reading “Safety measures needed at Clone beach”

Improved Wexford water quality for 26,000

By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has announced that works are due to commence on the upgrade of the Newtown Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and the project will benefit over 26,000 customers, ensuring the continued delivery of clean, safe drinking water to Wexford Town. Speaking to WexfordLocal.com Programme Manager Ian O’Neill said; “Uisce Éireann is delightedContinue reading “Improved Wexford water quality for 26,000”