By Dan Walsh An Garda Siochána and Wexford County Council have announced comprehensive details of the traffic management plan in operation for Wexford town during the eight days of Fleadh Cheoil nah Éireann from August 4th-12th.Speaking to WexfordLocal.com, Eddie Taaffe, Chairperson of the Fleadh Cheoil Executive Committee, said today; “Wexford County Council extends a warmContinue reading “Fleadh traffic management plan announced”
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Saltee Island Puffin population on the increase
By Dan Walsh Last January Minister of State for Nature Malcolm Noonan TD announced that the new Seas off Wexford SPA (special protection area) would be designated under the EU Birds Directive, will cover more than 305,000 hectares of marine waters for a range of bird species and give protection to 20 species, including puffins.Continue reading “Saltee Island Puffin population on the increase”
Uisce Éireann asks Wexford to conserve water
By Dan Walsh With the population of Wexford increasing over the summer months Uisce Éireann is calling on households across the county to take practical steps to reduce their water consumption and to report any leaks to Uisce Éireann. As tourists flock to the Model County, the public are being asked to help play theirContinue reading “Uisce Éireann asks Wexford to conserve water”
50 extra train services to Wexford for the Fleadh
By Dan Walsh Iarnród Éireann has confirmed over 50 extra train services will operate during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann to/from Wexford, allowing more people to attend the country’s leading traditional music festival. However, services from Connolly Station, Dublin, will terminate at Wexford Station. Rosslare to Wexford services will be replaced by bus transfers to facilitateContinue reading “50 extra train services to Wexford for the Fleadh”
Celebration of Wexford and French culture
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Arts Centre The Wexford Normandy Cultural Association held a special event in Wexford Arts Centre this evening with the dual purpose of welcoming the new Honorary Consul for Wexford and saying farewell to His Excellency, Vincent Guérend, French Ambassador to Ireland who will be leaving at the end of his posting.Continue reading “Celebration of Wexford and French culture”
Enjoy swimming at Booley Bay
By Dan Walsh The DO NOT SWIM notices erected at Booley Bay Beach, near Duncannon, four days ago has been lifted. Wexford County Council this morning, in a statement, said; “The results of the repeat bathing water samples at Booley Bay fall within acceptable standards. Following consultation with the HSE, Wexford County Council is nowContinue reading “Enjoy swimming at Booley Bay”
Gap Arts Festival 2024 launched
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Civic Offices The 14th annual Gap Arts Festival takes place in Ballythomas, Gorey, on the weekend, August 8th-11th and the official launch took place in Gorey Civic Offices last Tuesday with Cllr Oliver Walsh, Cathaoirleach of Gorey Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council and other elected members and Garrett Keogh, Director andContinue reading “Gap Arts Festival 2024 launched”
Gorey on first night of the Festival
By Dan Walsh at the Gorey Market House Festival Gorey’s Main Street was normal today, then a giant stage was hastily erected, musical instruments were sound checked and around half past seven local performer Aoife Doyle got the crowd in celebration mood on the opening night of the 3-day Gorey Market House Festival. By theContinue reading “Gorey on first night of the Festival”
Swimming ban at Booley Bay Beach
By Dan Walsh DO NOT SWIM notices have been erected at Booley Bay Beach, near Duncannon, after sampling conducted as part of Wexford County Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality showed elevated levels of bacteria. In a statement, Wexford County Council said; “Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do NotContinue reading “Swimming ban at Booley Bay Beach”
Gorey Market House Festival this weekend
By Dan Walsh Traditionally the popular Gorey Market House Festival attracts the crowds on the August Bank Holiday weekend, but the 2024 renewal happens next Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 19th-21st with a promise of three days of family friendly music, crafts and events throughout the town with something for everyone. Philip Knight, Gorey DistrictContinue reading “Gorey Market House Festival this weekend”
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