By Dan Walsh The Wexford Parish Care for the Earth group and Wexford County Council Environmental Department staff, Cliona Connolly and Claire Goodwin met with Bishop Ger Nash and the Diocesan priests recently. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a ‘Returning to Nature’ project for Wexford parishes. “Pope Francis’ Encyclical, Laudato Si’ On CareContinue reading “Returning to nature on church grounds!”
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Tributes for maritime legend ‘Captain Jack’
By Dan Walsh Tributes were paid to maritime legend Jack O’Leary, who was laid to rest in St. Ibar’s Cemetery, Crosstown on Tuesday. A friend aptly described him on social media as “a gentleman, a Wexford seafarer, and a great recorder of Wexford’s maritime history.” Jack, fondly referred to as ‘Captain Jack’ of Magdalens TerraceContinue reading “Tributes for maritime legend ‘Captain Jack’”
Joe Duffy to open Drama Festival
By Dan Walsh RTE presenter Joe Duffy will officially open the 18th South Wicklow Drama Festival at St. Brigid’s Hall, Carnew, from March 14th to March 22nd. Details were announced at the festival launch in Jim Byrne’s Lounge, Carnew, on Thursday night. The festival was launched by Linda Dunne, a retired School Principal ofContinue reading “Joe Duffy to open Drama Festival”
Ballyfad School is set to close
By Dan Walsh Ballyfad National School near Inch, Gorey, will close after this academic year. After thorough consultation among Bishop Ger Nash as Patron, Very Rev. Denis Browne as Single Manager, and other key stakeholders, this decision has been reached. The current School Principal, Ms. Anne Ryan, will be retiring at the end of theContinue reading “Ballyfad School is set to close”
Wexford TD announces loss of his mother
By Dan Walsh Condolences to Deputy Fionntán Ó Súilleabháin, recently elected TD for Wicklow-Wexford, on the sad passing of his mother. Eileen O’Sullivan (née Gibbons) passed peacefully at Wexford General Hospital on Saturday at 97 years old. Deputy Ó Súilleabhain announced on social media, “This wonderful lady, our beloved mother Eileen O’Sullivan of Pallas, Gorey,Continue reading “Wexford TD announces loss of his mother”
Bridge and Enniscorthy are winners at Kilmuckridge Drama Festival
By Dan Walsh The 66th Kilmuckridge Drama Festival concluded last night at KMH in Kilmuckridge. The winners this year are Bridge Drama in the Open Section and Enniscorthy Theatre Company in the Confined Section. Run under the auspices of the Amateur Drama Council of Ireland the 9-night festival was very well supported and was classifiedContinue reading “Bridge and Enniscorthy are winners at Kilmuckridge Drama Festival”
Jack Hendrick rides 100th winner at Borris
By Dan Walsh at Borris House Jack Hendrick achieved his 100th career winner and added another at the Carlow Farmers’ point-to-point at Borris House today. Garrett Murphy saddled his first double, and shared with rider Barry Stone, during the races held in Spring-like conditions. 25 years old Hendrick from Mayglass had been on the 99-winnerContinue reading “Jack Hendrick rides 100th winner at Borris”
Research on political candidates with disabilities
By Dan Walsh A study on disabled political candidates in Ireland found financial costs and canvassing difficulties as key barriers to their participation in politics. The research included detailed interviews with seven political candidates with intersecting identities who have disabilities, along with representatives from eight organisations representing migrant, LGBTQ+ and Traveller communities, disabled people’s organisations,Continue reading “Research on political candidates with disabilities”
Large entry for Borris on Sunday
By Dan Walsh The Carlow Farmers’ point-to-point races take place tomorrow (Sunday) at Borris House where a large entry has been received -154 – so it could be an extended card with dry weather conditions and temperatures around 11 degrees. The first race starts at 1pm with yielding ground conditions. Most entries are for theContinue reading “Large entry for Borris on Sunday”
€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service
By Dan Walsh Meals on Wheels Gorey & Courtown has been awarded €50,000 from the Community Recognition Fund 2024 to purchase a brand-new electric van for its service! This funding is a testament to the compassion and inclusivity of the Gorey and Courtown/Riverchapel communities. It highlights the positive impact of embracing and supporting new neighboursContinue reading “€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service”
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