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”
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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”
Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed
By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel Wexford County Council and the OPW (Office of Public Works) are developing a Flood Relief Scheme for Enniscorthy. A public consultation on the option selection was held at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, on Wednesday. Phase 1 involves removing the Seamus Rafter Bridge, which obstructs the River Slaney duringContinue reading “Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed”
Closure of underperforming Enniscorthy Car Park
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Enniscorthy-based Independent Cllr Jackser Owens raised concerns at Monday’s Wexford County Council’s monthly meeting about losing around 50 parking spaces at Mill Park Road, Enniscorthy, after the meter was removed and the lease ended. Speaking remotely, Cllr Owens claimed he had just heard that the Council wasContinue reading “Closure of underperforming Enniscorthy Car Park”
Big turn out for Gorey Bike Fest
By Dan Walsh Adults and children of all ages turned out in force at the Gorey Bike Fest on Sunday morning in the glorious sunshine in the Town Park. Organised by the Gorey Pedestrian & Cycling Association in conjunction with Wexford County Council, the event marked the start of Bike Week in County Wexford. ThereContinue reading “Big turn out for Gorey Bike Fest”
Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Mobile saunas are popular at beaches and lakesides, but regulations vary. Wexford County Council discussed this issue at their monthly meeting today, and significant changes may be coming down the tracks! Cllr Pip Breen, Cathaoirleach, chaired the meeting. County Wexford bans mobile beachside saunas. Chris Mortimer ofContinue reading “Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?”
Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council and Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council announced Fleadh Cheoil Loch Garman 2025 and Fringe Fleadh 2025 at an event held in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey, last Sunday. This event signified the commencement of a lively season of Irish music, culture, and community celebration. Gorey Community School will once againContinue reading “Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey”
Six handlers saddle Sunday winners
By Dan Walsh Two point-to-point meetings today (Sunday) at Bartlemy, Co. Cork and Loughrea, Co. Galway, and six Wexford handlers and three Wexford riders were amongst the winners. Barry Stone rode a double. Stone was in action at Loughrea where he won the four-year-old mares’ maiden race by five lengths on Crystal Du Berlais forContinue reading “Six handlers saddle Sunday winners”
Body in the sea near Wexford Harbour
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Quay Wexford RNLI launched at 2.02 pm this afternoon (Saturday) after a fisherman reported seeing someone in the water about two miles from Wexford Harbour. The lifeboat crew arrived on scene 25 minutes later. The body of a male was recovered by the RNLI in the Irish Sea, east ofContinue reading “Body in the sea near Wexford Harbour”
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