By Dan Walsh A North Wexford public representative is calling on Wexford County Council to place greater focus on coastal resorts on sunny weekends following problems that arose last weekend when huge numbers soaked up the sunshine and placed immense pressure on services. “While it was fantastic to see so many people back on ourContinue reading “Sunday chaos at Courtown and Cahore”
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Who wants to live beside the seaside?
By Dan Walsh Yesterday (Sunday) was the hottest day of the year…so far…and with a small slice of freedom from the 15-month shackles of Covid-19 it was a tonic to inhale fresh air and feel good in mental and physical health. But the sunshine brings with it -so many problems, especially in relation to coastalContinue reading “Who wants to live beside the seaside?”
Titles for O’Neill, Bowe and Rogan
By Dan Walsh The 2020-21 point-to-point campaign ended in celebration and sunshine at Grennan, Co. Kilkenny today with winners for three Wexford champions. Barry O’Neill becomes National champion rider for the fifth time, and also made a piece of history by taking the titles in all four regions – north, south, east and west -forContinue reading “Titles for O’Neill, Bowe and Rogan”
Pearse Rogan challenges for U21 title
By Dan Walsh Two Wexford trained horses were involved in a dead-heat in the maiden race for five-year-old geldings at Kirkistown, Co. Down this afternoon. Long time leader Rathmacknee in the colours of the Final Furlong Bloodstock Ltd for Colin Bowe and Barry O’Neill was caught at the finish by Galunggung trained for the MonbegContinue reading “Pearse Rogan challenges for U21 title”
Duty Free shopping returns on Rosslare ferries
By Dan Walsh With the easing of lockdown restrictions, and a hope that international tourist travel will resume shortly, Stena Line is anticipating a busy summer. And after a 21-year absence, duty-free shopping onboard Stena Line’s ferries will now be available following Brexit. Meanwhile, sailings between Rosslare Europort and Fishguard remain suspended as the StenaContinue reading “Duty Free shopping returns on Rosslare ferries”
Papal Knighthood for Eugene Doyle
By Dan Walsh During 7pm Friday evening Mass in St. Senan’s Parish Church, Enniscorthy, Bishop Denis Brennan conferred a Papal Knighthood on local parishioner Eugene Doyle on behalf of Pope Francis in recognition of his personal and professional contribution to the Diocese of Ferns. Since becoming Diocesan Finance Officer in 2004, Mr Doyle has helpedContinue reading “Papal Knighthood for Eugene Doyle”
New Vaccination Centre at Kilanerin
By Dan Walsh Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly has announced the welcome news that the HSE has secured a site for a new vaccination centre that will serve both south Wicklow and north Wexford at Kilanerin Community Centre. The new centre is expected to be fully operational by the middle of June and will haveContinue reading “New Vaccination Centre at Kilanerin”
Windows smashed at Enniscorthy school
By Dan Walsh Gardai in Enniscorthy are investigating a serious incident where windows were damaged in an anti-social or criminal act of vandalism at St. Aidan’s Parish School on Nunnery Road last weekend. It is understood that some youths trespassed on the school grounds and smashed three glass panels on the infant playground. The intrusionContinue reading “Windows smashed at Enniscorthy school”
Saving Kilmore Quay fishing industry
By Dan Walsh Around 50 boats from the coastal areas Kilmore Quay to Dingle sailed through the night and assembled at Roche’s Point at 7am today before the public awareness flotilla of boats sailed up the River Lee to Cork City to highlight the huge strain on the fishing industry and delivered a plea forContinue reading “Saving Kilmore Quay fishing industry”
Wexford has most Beach Awards in Leinster
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council retains Blue Flag status for five beaches and both marinas awarded in 2020, however, Ballymoney North Beach awarded in 2020 has not retained Blue Flag status for the 2021 season. The beach has been classified as achieving a Good Water Quality rating in 2020 based on the assessment ofContinue reading “Wexford has most Beach Awards in Leinster”
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