Tourism boost as Duncannon Fort reopens

By Dan Walsh at Duncannon Fort Minister for Rural Community Development and the Gaeltacht and Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary TD today (Thursday) performed the reopening of the first phase of redevelopment under the Duncannon Fort Masterplan, bringing three of its of its historic buildings back to life. Closed to the public for healthContinue reading “Tourism boost as Duncannon Fort reopens”

Wexford’s water supply restored

By Dan Walsh UPDATE, THURSDAY. Uisce Éireann crews have restored normal water supply in Wexford Town after operational issues at the Coolcots Reservoir caused some customers to experience reduced water pressure. Customers in Townparks, Whitemill, Ard Carman and the surrounding areas were impacted by the disruption. Uisce Éireann is working to restore full supply to customersContinue reading “Wexford’s water supply restored”

Better access to Ringwood Forest Trail

By Dan Walsh The resurfacing of Ringwood Lane at St. John’s on the Kilcarbery road near Enniscorthy has been finished, enhancing access to the poplar Ringwood Forest Trail. The project was administered by Georgina Gaul, Rural Recreation Officer at Wexford Local Development, and supported by Wexford County Council’s Enniscorthy Municipal District which provided €4,500 towardsContinue reading “Better access to Ringwood Forest Trail”

€270,000 for Wexford heritage buildings

By Dan Walsh Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD has signed off on €270,000 for protection of three Wexford heritage buildings under his Department’s Historic Structures Fund (HSF) 2026. €90,000 will be awarded for works at Saunderscourt Gate Lodges, West Gate Lodge, at Galbally East, Crossabeg. These include conservation and restorationContinue reading “€270,000 for Wexford heritage buildings”

Chaos pending at Rosslare Europort

By Dan Walsh Rosslare Europort will experience capacity issues from tomorrow (Sunday) and significant delays are expected once the port reopens. Protesters have set up a blockade at Kilrane, which is approximately a mile from Rosslare Europort This is in place since early Thursday morning. Only passenger traffic is currently being permitted to pass through.Continue reading “Chaos pending at Rosslare Europort”

County Wexford Chamber urges end to fuel protest

By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has called for an urgent deescalation of the fuel protests currently causing disruption across the country, warning that the impact is being felt acutely by Wexford businesses, including those with significant logistics and supply chain operations.  County Wexford is a strategically important logistics county, home to many businesses operating large-scale distribution, transport and manufacturing activities. With Rosslare Europort playing a criticalContinue reading “County Wexford Chamber urges end to fuel protest”

Safety measures welcome in Tagoat

By Dan Walsh Cllr Ger Carthy has announced that over €500,000 has been allocated to deliver safety measures including carriageway narrowing and enhanced speed management in Tagoat village. Cllr Carthy told WexfordLocal.com; I’m delighted to confirm that, following sustained advocacy over a long period, funding has now been secured for significant traffic safety improvements throughContinue reading “Safety measures welcome in Tagoat”

Enniscorthy Easter 1916 remembered

By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy The 110th anniversary of the 1916 Rising in Enniscorthy took place this morning beginning with Mass celebrated by Fr. James Cullen in St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy. Wreath laying ceremonies at Market Square, the Athenaeum and the Seamus Rafter monument were amongst the highlights. The Colour Party from Enniscorthy Coy 3rdContinue reading “Enniscorthy Easter 1916 remembered”

110th Enniscorthy 1916 Rising Commemoration

By Dan Walsh The 110th anniversary of the 1916 Rising in Enniscorthy takes place on Easter Monday with a celebration of Mass at 10am in St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy. The Reserve Defence Forces’ Colour Party and St. Colman’s Pipe Band, Ballindaggin, will lead the parade through Main Street, Pig Market Hill, Wafer Street, and intoContinue reading “110th Enniscorthy 1916 Rising Commemoration”

Sign fell down at 1798 Centre

By Dan Walsh A large portion of the signage on the roof at the entrance of the National 1798 Rebellion Centre at Enniscorthy has come crashing to the ground. The unprecedented incident happened last week ahead of the busy Easter period at the Centre, however, the soothing news is that the Centre continues to welcomeContinue reading “Sign fell down at 1798 Centre”