By Dan Walsh Crime figures have reached a new high in North Wexford after two ladders were stolen in a mid-day break-in and theft at a premises in Riverchapel, Courtown. Gardái in Gorey are investigating. A break-in occurred between 12 noon and 1.30pm at Etchingham Heights housing estate in Riverchapel. A door was kicked in,Continue reading “Crime figures climb in Riverchapel!”
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Expressway travel plans for the Fleadh
By Dan Walsh Enjoy the craic and plan your journey to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 in Wexford town, August 3rd-10th, travelling with Expressway Route 2. Andrew Yates, Head of Expressway, Bus Éireann said: “Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is a wonderful celebration of our rich culture, heritage, music and community spirit and we are delighted thatContinue reading “Expressway travel plans for the Fleadh”
Two midweek race fixtures at Wexford
By Dan Walsh Two race meetings this week at Bettyville Park on Wednesday afternoon and Ladies Day on Thursday evening and early ticket sales are still open. Wednesday’s card comprises entirely of seven steeplechases while there are eight races on Thursday evening – seven over hurdles and an INH Flat Race. There is also aContinue reading “Two midweek race fixtures at Wexford”
National Play Day joy in Orchard Park
By Dan Walsh at Orchard Peace Park, Enniscorthy Enniscorthy Municipal District, in collaboration with FDYS and Creative Places Enniscorthy, proudly celebrated National Play Day 2025 by hosting a lively celebration for families, children and community members together for a joyful afternoon in Orchard Peace Park. Cllr Barbara Anne Murphy, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, praisedContinue reading “National Play Day joy in Orchard Park”
Man charged with €1.6m Ballycarney drugs haul
A 46-year-old man has been charged in connection with a €1.6m drugs haul at Tincurry, Ballycarney, last Friday. Vincent Fanning of Slaney Drive, Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton at a special sitting of Gorey District Court. Mr Fanning was charged with possession of a controlled drug for the purpose of selling or supplyContinue reading “Man charged with €1.6m Ballycarney drugs haul”
World record achieved at Rathangan Country Fair
By Dan Walsh at Rathangan Country Fair A century of various crop harvesting methods was staged as a successful world record attempt at the annual Rathangan Country Fair, specially titled A Century of Harvest, held today in summer conditions at Rathangan village in south Wexford. Fourteen methods of harvesting the grain crops from the 20thContinue reading “World record achieved at Rathangan Country Fair”
€150,000 funding for Fleadh 2025
By Dan Walsh Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Enniscorthy-based James Browne T.D. has announced €150,000 in funding for Wexford County Council to support the costs of hosting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. The Fleadh, which is widely regarded as the world’s largest annual celebration of traditional Irish music, language, song and dance, willContinue reading “€150,000 funding for Fleadh 2025”
€1.6m worth of drugs seized
By Dan Walsh Around 80 kilos of Herbal Cannabis with an estimated street value of €1.6 million (pending analysis) was seized after a van was intercepted by Gardaí at Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, yesterday (Friday). A man in his 40s was arrested at the scene and is being held at a Garda Station in the east ofContinue reading “€1.6m worth of drugs seized”
Uisce Éireann urges water conservation
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is requesting that residents and businesses in Wexford conserve water. Due to increased water consumption, supplies in several areas of Wexford are currently under significant pressure. Levels in many water sources are significantly lower than normal for this time of year and this coupled with an increase in demandContinue reading “Uisce Éireann urges water conservation”
Gorey hosting festival this weekend
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Market House Festival The music is playing from the big stage on the Main Street, Gorey, tonight, as the 2025 Market House Festival gets into the rhythm and a large crowd is present. There was no formal opening ceremony, it was straight into the music. Live music, arts and familyContinue reading “Gorey hosting festival this weekend”
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