By Dan Walsh The Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (DPER), Jack Chambers TD, together with Kevin “Boxer” Moran TD, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works (OPW), attended the official opening of the new Customs and Border Control Complex at Rosslare Europort this morning. The constructionContinue reading “€230m Terminal 7 opens at Rosslare Europort”
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Book launch marks Bunclody church 250th anniversary.
By Dan Walsh St. Mary’s Church of Ireland in Bunclody is marking its 250th anniversary this Friday evening with a Choral Evensong in the church at 6.30pm. Afterwards, a book launch will take place at 7pm in the adjacent Sunday School. To commemorate the occasion, the church asked Oliver Deacon to write a detailed history.Continue reading “Book launch marks Bunclody church 250th anniversary.”
Death of Enniscorthy based businessman
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy is mourning the sudden passing of Biju Varavumkal Sreedharan, an Indian-born businessman in his mid-50s who founded The Holy Grail culinary group in Co. Wexford. Biju’s culinary journey began in 1992 at the Taj Group of Hotels, a prestigious 5-star hotel chain in India. He spent several years honing his craftContinue reading “Death of Enniscorthy based businessman”
Enniscorthy hosts Wexford Chamber Summit
By Dan Walsh Excitement is growing ahead of the County Wexford Chamber Leadership Summit, scheduled for Thursday, November 20th at the Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy. This flagship event is set to bring together some of Ireland’s most influential business leaders for a day of insight, inspiration, and connection. Hosted by well-known broadcaster and barristerContinue reading “Enniscorthy hosts Wexford Chamber Summit”
Rosslare–Fishguard twinning agreement
By Dan Walsh Since the Fishguard-Rosslare ferry began in 1906, the Wales-Ireland route has thrived, connecting communities and families on the popular and historic 54-mile Irish Sea crossing. And a new chapter of friendship has developed. Rosslare Municipal District Cathaoirleach, Cllr Ger Carthy, and Fishguard & Goodwick Mayor, Cllr William Shaw, have formally entered intoContinue reading “Rosslare–Fishguard twinning agreement”
€897,416 for Co. Wexford outdoor projects
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council is to receive €897,416 for three outdoor recreation projects in Co. Wexford. The funding goes to Coolgreany, Carne and Wellingtonbridge. €197,416 has been approved for the installation of a footpath from Coolgreany village to the entrance of Ballyfad Woods in North Wexford. Chairman of Wexford County Council and memberContinue reading “€897,416 for Co. Wexford outdoor projects”
Gorey teenager located safe and well
By Dan Walsh UPDATE; November 7th 2025; Owen Kennedy (19) who was reported missing from Gorey, Co. Wexford since Saturday, 1st November 2025, has been located safe and well. Gardaí would like to thank the media for their assistance. No further action is required. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts ofContinue reading “Gorey teenager located safe and well”
It’s a wrap at the Opera 2025
By Dan Walsh The 74th Wexford Festival Opera came to a glorious close on Saturday night after 16 incredible days and nights. Wexford Festival Opera asked WexfordLocal.com to reflect its appreciation. “A very special thank you to everyone who joined us; whether you came for one performance or immersed yourself in the full line-up, weContinue reading “It’s a wrap at the Opera 2025”
Robert Tector amongst the winners
By Dan Walsh Robert Tector saddled Valtteri Its James (Finian Maguire up) in the maiden race for four-year-olds at Damma House, Kilkenny, today (Sunday) and enjoyed an eight lengths victory over Colin Bowe’s King Of Westeros (Bertie Finn). Entering his seventh season as a handler at Coolbawn, Rathnure, Tector was saddling his 20th career point-to-pointContinue reading “Robert Tector amongst the winners”
Proceeds from crime allocated to Enniscorthy funding
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy Community Alliance will receive over €142,000 from the Community Safety Fund, supporting 42 safety projects nationwide. The Community Safety Fund returns crime proceeds seized by the CAB (Criminal Assets Bureau) and An Garda Siochana to local communities. Minister for Housing, Local Development and the Environment, Enniscorthy’s James Browne TD has welcomedContinue reading “Proceeds from crime allocated to Enniscorthy funding”
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