By Dan Walsh at Barntown Community Centre The 10th annual Wexford Walking Festival was officially launched by Mayor of Wexford, Cllr George Lawlor, at a pleasant function in Barntown Community Centre earlier this evening following a guided 6km walk to Carrigfoyle Lake on Forth Mountain. Mayor Lawlor was in a most poetic mood and welcomedContinue reading “Wexford’s beauty is its Walking Festival”
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19th century Enniscorthy walls come tumbling down!
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy The biggest sideshow in Enniscorthy today was the demolition of the former Irish Street Stores, a 19th century landmark purchased by Wexford County Council in 2023 and earmarked for development as part of the “old Murphy Flood’s site” which has been derelict since it was destroyed by fire in 2005.Continue reading “19th century Enniscorthy walls come tumbling down!”
Night vigil for the relics of St Bernadette
By Dan Walsh at St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy The relics of St Bernadette have journeyed on pilgrimage to Ireland for the very first time, visiting every diocese in the country. They have arrived at St. Aidan’s Cathedral, Enniscorthy, this afternoon where large numbers have already gathered for the special 24-hour stay including an all-night vigil.Continue reading “Night vigil for the relics of St Bernadette”
‘The Shadow’ series trilogy launched at Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh at Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy Local actor Fintan Kelly has launched the latest work; The Shadow of the Pike; by renowned local author Maria Nolan at a well-attended morning ceremony at The Presentation Arts Centre, Enniscorthy, today (Saturday). Coffee and scones were amongst the refreshment delights. Mr Kelly said; “I am honouredContinue reading “‘The Shadow’ series trilogy launched at Enniscorthy”
Enniscorthy celebrates Culture Night in style
By Dan Walsh Several events took in Enniscorthy today to mark Culture Night, the annual celebration of culture, creativity and the arts. Weather conditions were favourable and large crowds turned out at all venues. Four brilliant events around the town were supported by Creative Places. Fifteen countries’ flags adorned the perimeter fence at Enniscorthy CommunityContinue reading “Enniscorthy celebrates Culture Night in style”
Holy Relics of St Bernadette coming to Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh Bishop Ger Nash has addressed people in the Diocese of Ferns regards “an occasion of great blessing in our diocese when we will have the honour of hosting the holy relics of St. Bernadette in St. Aidan’s Cathedral next Monday and Tuesday, September 23rd and 24th. “Many of us have had theContinue reading “Holy Relics of St Bernadette coming to Enniscorthy”
Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers
By Dan Walsh The success of Fleadh Cheoil nah Éireann 2024 was celebrated with a Civic Reception hosted by Cathaoirleach Wexford County Council, Cllr Pip Breen, to honour over 400 volunteers for their tireless efforts. It was held in County Hall, Wexford, last Saturday. “Your willingness to share your time by volunteering for the FleadhContinue reading “Civic Reception salutes Fleadh volunteers”
Wexford interest and travel to the National Ploughing Championships
By Dan Walsh The annual National Ploughing Championships take place at Ratheniska, Co. Laois, this week – Tuesday to Thursday, September 17th-19th – with an expected attendance of ca-300,000, and with massive Wexford interest WexfordLocal.com has traffic information courtesy of An Garda Siochana, but look out for Wexford’s Sensory Friendly Clothing Brand, Sully and Juno.Continue reading “Wexford interest and travel to the National Ploughing Championships”
Changes to Rosslare-Cherbourg sea service
By Dan Walsh Maritime news in the headlines this week is disappointing in the South East as Stena Line has announced that from October 27th, 2024, it will be withdrawing Stena Vision from its Rosslare-Cherbourg shipping route. In a statement the company states; “There will no job losses in the ports of Rosslare and Cherbourg. Every effortContinue reading “Changes to Rosslare-Cherbourg sea service”
Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival
By Dan Walsh Following the success of its inaugural event last year, the vibrant North Wexford community of Kilanerin is calling on lovers of food, heritage, and vintage machinery to visit the village once again for their second Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival taking place this weekend – Saturday and Sunday, September 14th-15th – whichContinue reading “Kilanerin Food and Heritage Festival”
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