By Dan Walsh The Apostolic Nuncio to Ireland, Archbishop Montemayor, has informed Bishop Ger Nash that Pope Leo XIV has appointed him Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Ossory, to take effect today (Sunday, January 25th) when Bishop Niall Coll is installed as Bishop of Raphoe. In a statement to WexfordLocal.com, Bishop Nash said thatContinue reading “Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Nash to new role”
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Tributes to accomplished horse breeder
By Dan Walsh The death has occurred of Dr Jack Murphy, Ballymacar, New Ross, who was a distinguished equine business lecturer and accomplished sport horse breeder. Dr Murphy suffered a fatal medical emergency while driving at Maudlins Lower, near New Ross last Tuesday and was pronounced dead at the scene. He was aged 67. AContinue reading “Tributes to accomplished horse breeder”
‘Bag It Bin It’ campaign launched in Castletown
By Dan Walsh Cllr Joe Sullivan, Cathaoirleach Wexford County Council presented a copy of the educational anti-dog fouling resource pack for primary schools to Principal Ms. Emer Russell and students at Scoil Ghormáin Naofa, Castletown last week The ‘Bag It Bin It’ education pack which has been sent out to all primary schools in Co.Continue reading “‘Bag It Bin It’ campaign launched in Castletown”
Rathangan Church needs major repairs
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting At the January Wexford County Council meeting, Cllr Jim Codd inquired about securing €1.3 million for major repairs to Rathangan’s prominent church, known locally as “the cathedral in the fields.” Rathangan church, a heritage site, needs funding to repair its deteriorating roof. Cllr Codd said locals haveContinue reading “Rathangan Church needs major repairs”
Wexford entrepreneur wins Craft Award
By Dan Walsh A Wexford craft and design entrepreneur won a national title at the Business of Craft Awards during the Local Enterprise Showcase Exhibition at Showcase 2026 in Dublin’s RDS. Kate Doyle, founder of EcoKinly in Enniscorthy and client of the Local Enterprise Office Wexford, was crowned Sustainability Champion 2026, recognising her exceptional commitment to creating high‑quality, reusableContinue reading “Wexford entrepreneur wins Craft Award”
New poetry collection released in Gorey
By Dan Walsh in Gorey Library Irish language writer, traditional Irish singer and musician, Éire Ní Fhaoláin launched her second poetry book, Puisín Beag an Diabhail, with a bilingual evening of ‘ceol agus filíocht’ at Gorey Library last night (Thursday). The launch was performed by bilingual poet Ben MacCaoilte who said he was very impressedContinue reading “New poetry collection released in Gorey”
Thyestes glory for jockey Eoin Staples
By Dan Walsh The first major steeplechase of the year – the Goffs Thyestes Chase – was run in heavy conditions at Gowran Park, Kilkenny, this afternoon and there was a dream victory on Now Is The Hour (8/1) for Eoin Staples, the 22 years old five-pound claimer from Duncormick. It was a competitive raceContinue reading “Thyestes glory for jockey Eoin Staples”
Taoiseach visits Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh An Taoiseach Micheál Martin was in Co. Wexford last Friday and he visited Enniscorthy Technology Park at Killagoley, where he viewed plans for an advanced factory. Wexford County Council has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IDA Ireland to collaboratively develop a property solution for an advanced factory of 2,500 square metres at Enniscorthy Technology Park. Continue reading “Taoiseach visits Enniscorthy”
Taoiseach at The Hatch Lab in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Taoiseach Micheál Martin visited The Hatch Lab in Gorey last Friday morning as part of a programme of engagement with enterprise and business leaders in Co. Wexford. Welcomed by the Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr. Joe Sullivan the Taoiseach had an opportunity to meet representatives of companies currently operating from TheContinue reading “Taoiseach at The Hatch Lab in Gorey”
County Wexford Business Awards 2026
By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has launched the County Wexford Business Awards 2026, celebrating the innovation, resilience, and success of businesses across the county. Firmly established as one of the most prestigious events in the local business calendar, the awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of enterprises large and small. This year,Continue reading “County Wexford Business Awards 2026”
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