Gardaí say that a section of the N25 Wexford-New Ross road is expected to remain closed for several hours following a road traffic collision this morning. The two-car collision happened at Larkin’s Cross, Barntown at around 6.30 am. Motorists are being advised to take alternative routes, as emergency services deal with the incident. Diversions areContinue reading “N25 road closure for several hours”
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“One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town
By Dan Walsh in Wexford town Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town has been described as “one of the great Fleadh’s of all time” and is universally acclaimed by visitors and locals alike as an outstanding success after more than 600,000 visitors filled the streets over the week-long celebration and injected €60 million intoContinue reading ““One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town”
Update; €7.2m cocaine seizure
The two men (aged in the 40s and 50s) that were arrested on Friday as part of the seizure of suspected cocaine with an estimated value of €7.2 million, at Rosslare Europort, have been released without charge. Both men were released from custody without charge and a file will now be prepared for the Director ofContinue reading “Update; €7.2m cocaine seizure”
2 men arrested following cocaine find at Rosslare Europort
Revenue officers seized 104 kg of cocaine with an estimated value of €7.2 million as part of an intelligence-led operation at Rosslare Europort last Thursday. Two men (aged in their 40s and 50s) were arrested on Friday by An Garda Síochána. They are currently being detained pursuant to Section 2 of the Criminal Justice (DrugContinue reading “2 men arrested following cocaine find at Rosslare Europort”
Drugs worth over €16m seized at Rosslare Europort
Revenue officers, assisted by Gardaí have seized cannabis with an estimated value of more than €16 million at Rosslare Europort today. Approximately 783kg of herbal cannabis and 70kg of cannabis resin was discovered in an unaccompanied freight unit that was stopped and searched after its arrival on a ferry from Bilbao in Spain. The operationContinue reading “Drugs worth over €16m seized at Rosslare Europort”
A ‘Berry’ good evening at Wexford races
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Races Highlight of this evening’s Fleadh racing festival at Wexford was the six and a half lengths success of Cruisin Susan (5/1) in division two of the Pat Farrell Memorial Handicap Hurdle for the Berry family stables at Ballyroe, Blackwater. Trained by John Berry and running in the colours ofContinue reading “A ‘Berry’ good evening at Wexford races”
Over 5,500 musicians chase Fleadh trophies
By Dan Walsh Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann launches into a weekend jam-packed with music and competitions, celebrating a diverse array of performers. Over the next three days, an estimated 5,500 musicians across 250 competitions will compete for a much sought-after trophy. On Sunday, the Senior Céilí Band Competition will take centre stage at theContinue reading “Over 5,500 musicians chase Fleadh trophies”
Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh
By Dan Walsh Volunteers from Samaritans will support revellers at Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town this weekend, offering emotional support to those in need or struggling to cope. Thousands of people are expected to join the celebrations over the coming days, but for some the weekend may be challenging. Samaritans Festival Branch willContinue reading “Samaritans to support revellers at the Fleadh”
Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey
By Dan Walsh The 14th annual Gap Arts Festival opened in Ballythomas, Gorey, last night (Thursday) and continues over the weekend. It presents a mix of theatre, photography, poetry, dance, drama, painting, puppetry, filmmaking and storytelling workshops. And audiences are welcome. “Thanks to great audience support this year this theatrical festival will be extended toContinue reading “Gap Arts Festival 2024 opens in Gorey”
Friday Fleadh racing at Wexford
By Dan Walsh Racing returns to Wexford Racecourse tomorrow (Friday) evening as part of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann music festival and following on from Wednesday’s successful fixture. It is a seven-race card – six hurdle races and an INH Mares Flat Race – with the first race off at 4.55pm. Maximum entries for allContinue reading “Friday Fleadh racing at Wexford”
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