By Dan Walsh at Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal Council monthly meeting At today’s monthly meeting of Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council, Cathaoirleach Cllr Oliver Walsh recalled the ‘serious incident of the fire on Tara Hill over the weekend” and he commended the bravery of everyone involved including the fire service, road crews, Gardaí, Coillte, the AirContinue reading “Brave efforts at Tara Hill fire”
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Enniscorthy bans street advertising!
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting Billboards will be banned in Enniscorthy, and any remaining after May 31st will be removed by Wexford County Council, it was revealed at today’s (Tuesday) Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting held in the Council Chamber, Presentation Centre. Cllr Aidan Browne, Cathaoirleach, presided. The meeting heard thatContinue reading “Enniscorthy bans street advertising!”
Large fire engulfs Tara Hill
By Dan Walsh Firefighters, Gardaí and local farmers spent Sunday afternoon and late into the night working to control a fire that affected vegetation on Tara Hill in North Wexford. The fire began in gorse and old vegetation on the eastern side of the hill. It was noticed around 2 pm, assisted by a seaContinue reading “Large fire engulfs Tara Hill”
Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade
By Dan Walsh Ballyduff Drama Group won the 2025 RTÉ All Ireland Drama Festival at Dean Crowe Theatre, Athlone. The results were announced last night, with nine groups contesting the finals, including three from Co. Wexford. The Waterford thespians superbly presented ‘The Blackwater Lightship’ based on the book of the same name by Colm TóibínContinue reading “Colm Tóibín’s play awarded All-Ireland drama accolade”
Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner
By Dan Walsh Wexford Bus is named as the Official Travel Partner for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025. To celebrate this partnership, Wexford Bus will offer journeys free of charge on the Wexford Bus Connect Town Services (Routes WX1 and WX2) throughout the Fleadh. Additionally, the Wexford Bus timetables will be extended to include extra nighttime servicesContinue reading “Wexford Bus named Fleadh Travel Partner”
Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches
By Dan Walsh Six beaches in Co. Wexford received the prestigious ‘Blue Flag’ at a ceremony this afternoon at Ravenport Resort, Curracloe. The six beaches on the Wexford coastline that received the Blue Flags are; Curracloe Beach, Carne Beach, Morriscastle Beach, Rosslare Strand, Ballineskar Beach and Ballymoney North Beach, who regained the Blue FlagContinue reading “Wexford has six Blue Flag beaches”
Wexford races Saturday family day out
By Dan Walsh Saturday is expected to be dry, warm and sunny; suitable for a family day out at the Wexford races. The first of seven races is off at 2.25pm and the card consists of four hurdle races, two steeplechases and an amateur flat race to finish the day. Watering has been ongoing throughoutContinue reading “Wexford races Saturday family day out”
Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed
By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel Wexford County Council and the OPW (Office of Public Works) are developing a Flood Relief Scheme for Enniscorthy. A public consultation on the option selection was held at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy, on Wednesday. Phase 1 involves removing the Seamus Rafter Bridge, which obstructs the River Slaney duringContinue reading “Seamus Rafter Bridge may be removed”
Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting Mobile saunas are popular at beaches and lakesides, but regulations vary. Wexford County Council discussed this issue at their monthly meeting today, and significant changes may be coming down the tracks! Cllr Pip Breen, Cathaoirleach, chaired the meeting. County Wexford bans mobile beachside saunas. Chris Mortimer ofContinue reading “Mobile saunas coming to a beach near you?”
Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council and Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council announced Fleadh Cheoil Loch Garman 2025 and Fringe Fleadh 2025 at an event held in the Ashdown Park Hotel, Gorey, last Sunday. This event signified the commencement of a lively season of Irish music, culture, and community celebration. Gorey Community School will once againContinue reading “Fringe Fleadh 2025 launch held in Gorey”
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