By Dan Walsh The parish priest of Clonard, Right-Rev. Monsignor Denis Lennon has retired on age grounds, however, he has agreed to continue as curate in the Wexford town parish. Fr Barry Larkin C.C. has been appointed Administrator of Clonard. Mgr. Lennon’s retirement has been accepted by Bishop Denis Brennan who has congratulated him onContinue reading “Mgr. Lennon steps down as PP of Clonard”
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‘Rosslare in History’ is released
By Dan Walsh Exciting plans for the planned launch of the new book, Rosslare in History No 7, published by Rosslare Historical Society by Cllr Ger Carthy, Chairman of Wexford County Council and Tom Enright, Chief Executive Officer, was postponed as the Covid-19 restrictions went to Level 5, however, the good news is that theContinue reading “‘Rosslare in History’ is released”
Aldi to pay 10% Christmas bonus
By Dan Walsh Aldi Ireland has announced a Christmas Bonus for its amazing colleagues, as a ‘Thank You’ to those who have worked tirelessly throughout this challenging year. Store and distribution colleagues will receive a 10% bonus in November, which will be paid in December ahead of the Christmas period. The announcement recognises the effortsContinue reading “Aldi to pay 10% Christmas bonus”
Johnstown Castle is ‘a national treasure’
By Dan Walsh The majestic Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens has been nominated for the British Guild of Travel Writer’s (BGTW) International Tourism Awards. The fairy-tale neo gothic Castle which opened to the public last year is the only Irish visitor attraction to secure a nomination in the prestigious BGTW International Tourism Awards 2020Continue reading “Johnstown Castle is ‘a national treasure’”
“A region moving forward”
By Dan Walsh The Ireland South East Development Office (ISEDO) has welcomed the significant government investment announced for the South East region this week. Waterford’s North Quays is to benefit from over €110 million in funding after the Government signed off on funding for the redevelopment project. Earlier this week it was announced that the South EastContinue reading ““A region moving forward””
Ballyhogue Famine Wall receives protection
By Dan Walsh The famous Ballyhogue Famine Wall, in accordance with Section 55 of the Planning and Development Act (Amended), been formally added to the Record of Protected Structures following a public consultation. The decision was unanimously supported by members at today’s monthly meeting of Wexford County Council held by Microsoft Teams due to theContinue reading “Ballyhogue Famine Wall receives protection”
€100,000 for Clonroche Health Centre
By Dan Walsh The HSE will make available a grant €100,000 to support the redevelopment works at the waiting rooms area at Clonroche Health Centre. Wexford TD and Minister of State for Law Reform James Browne has welcomed news. He told WexfordLocal.com; “Following several representations to the HSE, I’m delighted to learn that the HSEContinue reading “€100,000 for Clonroche Health Centre”
Gardai enforcing road safety
By Dan Walsh It has been a busy Friday for Gardaí across Co. Wexford while enforcing road traffic legislation. In Enniscorthy, an Avensis was seized as Gardaí using the mobility device discovered the driver was disqualified. He was arrested and charged to Court. The car was seized. In Gorey, the Divisional Roads Policing Unit detectedContinue reading “Gardai enforcing road safety”
Every vote counts for new Gorey school
By Dan Walsh Three weeks ago, Minister for Education and Skills, Norma Foley TD, announced that Gorey would be getting a long awaited and much needed new, state of the art secondary school next year. The Department of Education has handed the decision as to who would run this school to parents; the parents in the areaContinue reading “Every vote counts for new Gorey school”
€5,000 for Wexford Communities Fund
By Dan Walsh Wexford TD and Minister of State for Law Reform James Browne has welcomed the allocation of €5,000 to Wexford Community Sponsorship Group through the 2020 Communities Integration Fund. “The Communities Integration Fund provides communities with an opportunity to lead integration activities, which reflect and support their own diversity. Community Sponsorship Groups offerContinue reading “€5,000 for Wexford Communities Fund”
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