By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge District Council meeting Philip Knight, Gorey Kilmuckridge District Manager for over four years, delivered his final report at Tuesday’s monthly meeting held in the Civic Centre, Gorey, where members offered high praise and paid glowing tributes. Mr Knight’s replacement, Anita McLoughlin, who started her local authority career in NewContinue reading “Warm farewell to Gorey District Manager”
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Double call for Courtown RNLI
By Dan Walsh Monday was a busy day for Courtown RNLI. They rescued father and son paddleboarders in strong offshore winds and later the same day recovered an inflatable towable following 112 /999 calls to the Coast Guard. A member of the public spotted two paddleboarders clinging to a buoy in strong offshore winds justContinue reading “Double call for Courtown RNLI”
NEWS UPDATE; Do people oppose school safety projects?
NEWS UPDATE. By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting (Tuesday). The proposed Safe Route To Schools programme for Kiltealy was on the agenda at today’s monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting held in the Council Chamber at the Presentation Centre, but members voted 3-2 to hold the meeting ‘in committee’ CllrContinue reading “NEWS UPDATE; Do people oppose school safety projects?”
Urgent need to use less water across Co Wexford
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is appealing to everyone in Wexford to be mindful of their use of water. Following an increase in water usage by households and businesses, customers are being asked to be mindful of their usage, allow supply to catch up with demand and enable reservoirs to replenish fully. Uisce Éireann is closelyContinue reading “Urgent need to use less water across Co Wexford”
Fethard RNLI Open Day next Sunday
By Dan Walsh Fethard RNLI is hosting an Open Day next Sunday, July 20th, 12pm-3pm and all are welcome to attend for a fun-filled day out for all the family. All are welcome to attend this community celebration. There will be tours of the station and lifeboat, opportunities to meet the crew and ask questions.Continue reading “Fethard RNLI Open Day next Sunday”
4 young swimmers go to hospital
By Dan Walsh Rosslare Harbour RNLI lifeboat was launched at 5.30pm on Wednesday after four young swimmers were reported in difficulty near the Europort. The swimmers were located near the shore, and the crew responded promptly upon receiving the call, arriving at the scene within minutes. The swimmers were safely brought onboard and subsequently transportedContinue reading “4 young swimmers go to hospital”
New poetry from Odhran Somers
By Dan Walsh Met this young talented man in Red Books a few weeks ago and he was excited about the publication of his first published book of poetry called ‘Finally Finite’ and I promised him a prominent mention on WexfordLocal.com. Couldn’t attend because of commitments at the Bannow Rathangan Agricultural Show and the KilmoreContinue reading “New poetry from Odhran Somers”
Night taps are off in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is appealing to customers in Gorey Town and the surrounding areas to conserve water with nighttime restrictions being introduced for some customers to help meet demand, both tonight, Friday, July 11th and tomorrow night Saturday, July 12th. They will be in place from 11pm each night to 6am the followingContinue reading “Night taps are off in Gorey”
Death of Gorey artist Michael Warren
By Dan Walsh Many tributes have been expressed at news of the sad passing of Michael Warren the renowned artist and sculptor. He was in his 75th year. It is with deep sadness that all involved in Oulart Hill Walking Hub have learned of the death of Michael Warren, the Gorey sculptor. Michael was veryContinue reading “Death of Gorey artist Michael Warren”
Kilmore Quay launches 40th seafood celebration
By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay The 40th annual Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival was officially opened this evening by long service volunteer Sylvia Kehoe in brilliant summer sunshine before a large family gathering. Ms. Kehoe welcomed the community’s 40th Kilmore Quay Seafood Festival and recalled “four decades of seafood cocktails and platters, gally cooks, talentContinue reading “Kilmore Quay launches 40th seafood celebration”
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