By Dan Walsh The Enniscorthy Flood Relief scheme was raised in Seanad Éireann yesterday (Wednesday) by Senator Cathal Byrne who brought the matter before Kevin ‘Boxer’ Moran, Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform. Senator Byrne gave some background to the situation.“I thank the Minister of StateContinue reading “Enniscorthy Flood Relief remains a ‘political football’?”
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Bob Dylan tribute coming to New Ross
By Dan Walsh It’s hard to avoid Bob Dylan these days. There’s the acclaimed new film A Complete Unknown, another film due based on Conor McPherson’s stage musical Girl From The North Country with a narrative twined around Dylan songs, and the on-line availability of his own sell-out Rough and Rowdy tours at the age of 83. Now along comesContinue reading “Bob Dylan tribute coming to New Ross”
Your guide to St Patrick’s Day 2025 Parades
By Dan Walsh The traditional St. Patrick’s Day parades are taking place across Co. Wexford, mostly on Monday, but two events will take place on Sunday – Rathgarogue and Fethard-on-Sea – but here is a list of the parades closest to you. RATHGAROGUE; This is the first ever parade in Rathgarogue and it takes placeContinue reading “Your guide to St Patrick’s Day 2025 Parades”
Carnew is the place to be this week!
By Dan Walsh RTE broadcasting legend Joe Duffy was guest of honour in Carnew last night where he performed the official opening of the 18th South Wicklow Drama Festival at St. Brigid’s Hall. First on stage for the 9-night festival – it runs until Saturday, March 22nd was Bridevew Drama Group who staged The WeirContinue reading “Carnew is the place to be this week!”
Motion calls for advancement of N11-N25
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting A motion calling for the advancement of the N11/N25 Oylegate to Rosslare Harbour project submitted by Cllrs Lisa McDonald, Garry Laffan and Ger Carthy received full support of the members at today’s monthly meeting of Wexford County Council held in the Council Chamber, County Hall. Cllr Carthy,Continue reading “Motion calls for advancement of N11-N25”
Reopening of Spike Bridge is a priority
By Dan Walsh Concerns about the future of a popular Wexford Walking Trails route have been alleviated by Coillte’s statement today that “reopening Spike Bridge is a priority.” Coillte Communications has released the following statement in response to an enquiry from WexfordLocal.com regarding a story published on February 26th: “Coillte wishes to inform theContinue reading “Reopening of Spike Bridge is a priority”
European Harbour Masters visit to Rosslare Europort
By Dan Walsh A 20-strong delegation of Harbour Masters from across Europe, including representatives from Portsmouth, the Port of Dover, Ystad, Jersey, and the Port of Tyne, visited Rosslare Europort on Wednesday to witness digital transformation in live operation. The purpose of the visit was to showcase Rosslare Europort’s SmartPort technology, a key component ofContinue reading “European Harbour Masters visit to Rosslare Europort”
Let’s get Courtown’s Spike Bridge reopened soon
By Dan Walsh at Courtown An iconic timber pedestrian bridge crossing the Owenavorragh river and a feature of the Courtown Woods and part of the Wexford Walking Trails programme, known locally as Spike Bridge, was closed by Coillte last week. A notice on the bridge reads; “Please note that Spike Bridge is closed due toContinue reading “Let’s get Courtown’s Spike Bridge reopened soon”
Update on development at Rosslare Europort
By Dan Walsh The Office of Public Works is undertaking the construction of a new Border Control Post – known as Terminal 7 which will provide the necessary permanent infrastructure at Rosslare Europort to comply with Customs, sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) and official food controls because of Brexit. Rosslare Europort will be undergoing significant infrastructureContinue reading “Update on development at Rosslare Europort”
€261,989 divided between 12 Wexford projects
By Dan Walsh Minister of State for Nature, Heritage, and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan, has announced the list of over 650 projects to be awarded funding under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) 2025. Funding totalling €261,989 will benefit 12 Wexford projects. The highest is €32,988 for works at St. Iberius Church at North Main Street,Continue reading “€261,989 divided between 12 Wexford projects”
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