By Dan Walsh Five firefighting crews continue to be present at the site of a fire on Tara Hill in North Wexford, this afternoon after working through the night. The crews, from Gorey, Bunclody, Arklow and Carnew, are currently keeping the fire under control, with assistance from Coillte, Gardaí and local farmers, through the supply ofContinue reading “Fire crews remain on Tara Hill”
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Large fire engulfs Tara Hill
By Dan Walsh Firefighters, Gardaí and local farmers spent Sunday afternoon and late into the night working to control a fire that affected vegetation on Tara Hill in North Wexford. The fire began in gorse and old vegetation on the eastern side of the hill. It was noticed around 2 pm, assisted by a seaContinue reading “Large fire engulfs Tara Hill”
Another treble for Barry O’Neill
By Dan Walsh Barry O’Neill achieved a treble success at Ballindenisk, Co. Cork today, marking his 55th win of the season and securing his eighth national point-to-point riders’ championship with two weeks remaining. Two of O’Neill’s winners today were for champion handler Colin Bowe; Axel Bleue by eight lengths in division one of the maidenContinue reading “Another treble for Barry O’Neill”
Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade
By Dan Walsh Ballyduff Drama Group won the 2025 RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival at Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone. The results were announced last night, with nine groups contesting the finals, including three from Co. Wexford. The Waterford thespians superbly presented ‘The Blackwater Lightship’ based on the book of the same name by Colm TóibínContinue reading “Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade”
Summer party atmosphere at Wexford races
By Dan Walsh at Wexford races The Wexford races today were attended by a large crowd, with participants enjoying the sunny weather. The event included a stag party and hen party, contributing to a festive environment. Two Wexford jockeys kept the local punters happy too! Wexford amateur Luke Murphy from Gorey got the locals offContinue reading “Summer party atmosphere at Wexford races”
Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner
By Dan Walsh Wexford Bus is named as the Official Travel Partner for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. To celebrate this partnership, Wexford Bus will offer journeys free of charge on the Wexford Bus Connect Town Services (Routes WX1 and WX2) throughout the Fleadh. Additionally, the Wexford Bus timetables will be extended to include extra nighttime servicesContinue reading “Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner”
Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches
By Dan Walsh Six beaches in Co. Wexford received the prestigious ‘Blue Flag’ at a ceremony this afternoon at Ravenport Resort, Curracloe. The six beaches on the Wexford coastline that received the Blue Flags are; Curracloe Beach, Carne Beach, Morriscastle Beach, Rosslare Strand, Ballineskar Beach and Ballymoney North Beach, who regained the Blue FlagContinue reading “Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches”
Tributes to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen
By Dan Walsh Tributes have been paid to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen, Whitemoor, New Ross, who passed away on Monday morning. He was aged 67 years. Former champion jockey Davy Russell said; “His horses were always exceptionally well turned out. He was very particular, there would never be anything out of place. “He was veryContinue reading “Tributes to racehorse trainer Michael Cullen”
Call for 10-bed mental health unit
By Dan Walsh Speaking in Seanad Éireann today Senator Cathal Byrne raised the issue of mental health in the presence of Waterford Deputy Mary Butler, Minister of State at the Department of Health. Senator Byrne requested to highlight a motion that was recently passed by the members of Wexford County Council, which called on theContinue reading “Call for 10-bed mental health unit”
Wexford races Saturday family day out
By Dan Walsh Saturday is expected to be dry, warm and sunny; suitable for a family day out at the Wexford races. The first of seven races is off at 2.25pm and the card consists of four hurdle races, two steeplechases and an amateur flat race to finish the day. Watering has been ongoing throughoutContinue reading “Wexford races Saturday family day out”
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