By Dan Walsh Two Wexford winners at today’s point-to-point races at Loughanmorein East Antrim and both came in the maiden race for five-year-old geldings which was run in two divisions. Division one was won by first timer Yeah Man for Cormac Doyle who had a length to spare with Jack Hendrick in the saddle. DivisionContinue reading “A week of Wexford winners”
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Death of GAA stalwart Jimmy Nolan
By Dan Walsh The death has occurred of Jimmy Nolan, (83), peacefully at his home, Clohass, Davidstown, Enniscorthy who was well-known in GAA circles and father of Cheltenham winning horse trainer Paul Nolan. Born in 1938 at Clohass, Davidstown, Jimmy had a lifelong involvement with the GAA and played hurling for Davidstown GAA Club, RathnureContinue reading “Death of GAA stalwart Jimmy Nolan”
Medieval Ferns reveals a rich heritage
By Dan Walsh The Ferns Medieval Experience based in Ferns Community Centre is Wexford’s newest visitor attraction that tells the story of a medieval past in an engaging and fun way using a range of modern media including virtual reality and audio visual. Manager Catherine McPartlan has welcomed WexfordLocal.com to visit the attraction and shareContinue reading “Medieval Ferns reveals a rich heritage”
Tenants locked out of their new homes!
By Dan Walsh at Gorey and the April meeting of Wexford County Council Speaking at the April meeting of Wexford County Council Chairman of the Council’s Strategy Policy Committee for Housing, Cllr Joe Sullivan, stated that there were, at least three locations where houses were completed and ready for occupation, but for whatever reason hadContinue reading “Tenants locked out of their new homes!”
Statement from Council Communications Officer
By Dan Walsh David Minogue, Communications Officer, at Wexford County Council, issued the following statement this evening. It is published here on WexfordLocal.com without alteration or comment: “It is unfortunate and regrettable how an email intended to create opportunity for an improved working relationship and to avoid future discord can be misinterpreted so as toContinue reading “Statement from Council Communications Officer”
Aldi spent €9.5m on Wexford produce
By Dan Walsh Last year (2021) Aldi sourced over €9.5 million of locally produced food and drink from Wexford based suppliers. Aldi partners with nine Wexford producers including long-term relationships with Sean Stafford Bakeries and O’Connor Nurseries. Last year Aldi began working with two Wexford suppliers for the first time, Wild about Food and The RingContinue reading “Aldi spent €9.5m on Wexford produce”
Breakdown in communications
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council Meeting Proposed conditions attached to an advertising deal with editorial control and conditions between Wexford County Council’s Head of Communications, David Minogue, and the Managing Director of South East Radio, Eamonn Buttle, publicly leaked and published in a national newspaper at the weekend, fitted the agenda at yesterday’sContinue reading “Breakdown in communications”
Man (60s) dies in Curracloe collision
By Dan Walsh A man in his 60s has died in a single-vehicle collision that happened in Curracloe at approximately 10.35am today. He was the only occupant in the car. The man was taken to Wexford General Hospital where he later passed away. A post mortem will be conducted. Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to thisContinue reading “Man (60s) dies in Curracloe collision”
Arrests for drug trafficking in Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh Two people, a man and a woman, both aged in their 20’s, were arrested this morning (Sunday) in relation to the seizure of approximately €160,000 worth of suspected cocaine in Enniscorthy on Friday. At around 6.20pm on Friday evening, Gardaí searched a residence in Enniscorthy and found the suspected cocaine. The cocaineContinue reading “Arrests for drug trafficking in Enniscorthy”
Harley Dunne is headline hero
By Dan Walsh Harley Dunne was the point-to-point hero today riding two winners and training three at two of the three point-to-points held across the country. There were eleven Wexford winners which reflects the strength of quality found in local stables. Harley Dunne whose yard is near Clonroche made his way to Tattersalls in Co.Continue reading “Harley Dunne is headline hero”
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