By Dan Walsh All set for the Bray Harriers point-to-point at Fairwood, Tinahely, tomorrow (Sunday). 83 entries for the six-race programme. First race at 1pm. Going is described as ‘yielding to soft.’ Denis Murphy and Jack Hendrick shared a double in the first two races at the Ward Union point-to-point at Oldtown, Co. Meath todayContinue reading “Tinahely hosts Sunday point-to-point”
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€261,989 divided between 12 Wexford projects
By Dan Walsh Minister of State for Nature, Heritage, and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, has announced the list of over 650 projects to be awarded funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) 2025. Funding totalling €261,989 will benefit 12 Wexford projects. The highest is €32,988 for works at St. Iberius Church at North Main Street,Continue reading “€261,989 divided between 12 Wexford projects”
Regeneration project at former New Ross school
By Dan Walsh The Sisters of Mercy and Wexford County Council, with the approval of the Department of Education, have agreed in principle a proposal to acquire the former St, Joseph’s Primary School on Michael Street, New Ross, for use as a shared community hub in conjunction with Cumas New Ross as the lead agency.Continue reading “Regeneration project at former New Ross school”
Kavanagh may face conflicts of interest
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Cllr Paddy Kavanagh’s ‘controversial comments’ at last Monday’s Wexford County Council meeting, making the headlines in today’s Enniscorthy Guardian fails to raise deeper issues that need public awareness. Journalist Padraig Byrne’s report from Monday’s meeting is accurate, but attacks on speakers during meetings are too common. DuringContinue reading “Kavanagh may face conflicts of interest”
Tom Doyle is new IFA Chair
By Dan Walsh Tom Doyle was elected Chair of Wexford IFA at the annual general meeting held in the Farm Centre, Enniscorthy on Monday night. He succeeds Jer O’Mahony, who served for four years. Tom, a beef and tillage farmer from Camolin, has previously served on the IFA National Farm Business Committee and is marriedContinue reading “Tom Doyle is new IFA Chair”
Contraband seized at Rosslare Europort
By Dan Walsh Revenue officers seized contraband worth over €172,000 in Dublin and Rosslare Europort operations in recent days. Alcohol worth €310, with a potential tax loss of €210, was seized at Rosslare Europort. Investigations into all seizures are currently ongoing. These seizures are part of Revenue’s continuous efforts to address smuggling and shadow economyContinue reading “Contraband seized at Rosslare Europort”
2,000 people sign petition against Templeshannon IPAS plans
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Plans to convert the former Enniscorthy Mercy Convent at Templeshannon into an IPAS Centre were debated at today’s Wexford County Council meeting held at the Council Chamber, County Hall, Wexford, where emotions ran high, and some comments were called ‘disgraceful’. Closed since 2010 and designated as “aContinue reading “2,000 people sign petition against Templeshannon IPAS plans”
Wexford school’s reminder
By Dan Walsh Wexford teachers in primary and second level schools are reminded that the closing date for this year’s Texaco Children’s Art Competition entries is Friday, 28th February. The Texaco Children’s Art Competition, now in its 71st year, is recognised as the longest-running arts sponsorship in Ireland. Further information can be accessed at http://www.texacochildrensart.comContinue reading “Wexford school’s reminder”
Sunday doubles for Murphy and Hendrick
By Dan Walsh Denis Murphy of Ballyboy Stables, The Ballagh, won both four-year-old maiden races at Askeaton, Co. Limerick and Tallow, Co. Waterford today. Jack Hendrick also secured a double victory in Limerick. Mayglass rider Jack Hendrick participated in the maiden race for four-year-olds in Limerick aboard Taurus Bay for Denis Murphy, achieving victory byContinue reading “Sunday doubles for Murphy and Hendrick”
Colourful Exhibition at Enniscorthy Castle
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle Visiting Enniscorthy Castle is a rewarding experience throughout the year. This afternoon, a new exhibition titled Creations of a Colourful Mind opened, showcasing a collection of contemporary paintings. The colourful paintings that adorn the ancient castle walls are the latest work of three talented local artists; Olivia O’Keeffe, MartinaContinue reading “Colourful Exhibition at Enniscorthy Castle”
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