By Dan Walsh at Wexford Council Chamber Slightly more than half of the 34 elected members attended either in person or remotely a special meeting of Wexford County Council focussing on Housing Delivery held in the Council Chamber yesterday (Tuesday). Leas-Cathaoirleach Cllr Ger Carthy presided in the absence of Cathaoirleach Cllr Pip Breen who wasContinue reading “Housing on target but more is needed”
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€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay
By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay Local developer, Rob Roche, has attracted significant interest from international operators for a proposed Integrated Tourism Resort development in Kilmore Quay. The details of the plan were unveiled during a public information event held at Stella Maris Community Centre, Kilmore Quay, last Friday. The Resort project is estimated toContinue reading “€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay”
Courtown lifeboat call cancelled
By Dan Walsh Courtown RNLI launched on Saturday afternoon to assist the crew of a sailing vessel that encountered engine trouble off the North Beach. The lifeboat was launched at approximately 4pm. Conditions were favourable with sunny skies and a slight wind at the time. As the crew proceeded towards the yacht, they received aContinue reading “Courtown lifeboat call cancelled”
Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council delegates recently visited Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia, to explore new economic, educational, and cultural development opportunities for County Wexford. Led by An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Pip Breen, the delegation included Municipal District representatives, council officials, and enterprise leaders. The visit reinforced the sister city agreement with Savannah and investigated newContinue reading “Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta”
Official opening of Brennan’s Lane, New Ross
By Dan Walsh The refurbishment of Brennan’s Lane in New Ross has been officially opened. The project aims to create a safer, more accessible thoroughfare and enhance connectivity within the town, providing a space for residents, visitors, and businesses. The Brennan’s Lane refurbishment project received a €500,000 grant from the Department of Rural and CommunityContinue reading “Official opening of Brennan’s Lane, New Ross”
Announcement of Paul Kehoe’s appointment
By Dan Walsh The Board of Directors of The Wexford Food Producers Network has announced the appointment of retired Fine Gael TD for the Wexford constituency, Paul Kehoe, as the new Chairperson. Paul Kehoe, from Bree, retired in 2024 after serving Wexford constituency in Dáil Éireann for 22 years. The Wexford Food Producers Network isContinue reading “Announcement of Paul Kehoe’s appointment”
Barry Stone wins Eastern title
By Dan Walsh With the point-to-point season coming to an end shortly Barry Stone has won the Eastern riders’ title and the Cleariestown champion celebrated today in Galway where he rode a double and brought his seasonal tally to 27 – a personal best! Stone won the first division of the maiden race for four-year-oldContinue reading “Barry Stone wins Eastern title”
Punchestown honours for Richard O’Keeffe
By Dan Walsh The Wexford hero of the Punchestown racing festival this week was Richard O’Keeffe, who trains at Newtown, Taghmon, with a pair of spectacular wins ‘over the famous’ Punchestown banks. Today, Saturday, he won the Howden Cross Country Chase with the 13-year-old Vital Island, a former winner of the Ladies Cup and theContinue reading “Punchestown honours for Richard O’Keeffe”
Enniscorthy festival of food and family fun
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Thousands of people squeezed into Enniscorthy town centre on the opening day of the annual Rockin’ Food & Fruit Festival where a family friendly atmosphere prevailed in favourable weather conditions. The focus was on diverse food stalls offering a range of delicious treats, ensuring everyone was satisfied. There was aContinue reading “Enniscorthy festival of food and family fun”
Enniscorthy festival is already rockin’
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle The 10th annual Rockin’ Food and Fruit Festival was officially opened tonight in Enniscorthy Castle by James Browne, TD, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, followed by a spectacular Fireworks Display on The Promenade. Minister Browne praised the Rockin’ Food and Fruit Festival as “a celebration of whatContinue reading “Enniscorthy festival is already rockin’”
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