By Dan Walsh A new maritime monument featuring the propeller of the SS Portláirge which is Ireland’s last operational steam-powered dredger, has been unveiled by Saltmills & St Kearns Community Group as a contribution to National Heritage Week. The propeller, salvaged in 2023, was permanently installed and officially launched on the Shore Road, overlooking BannowContinue reading “New maritime monument at St Kearns, Saltmills”
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Golf championship victories for local Rosslare players
By Caomh Breen Allen Gary Collins said the support of the home crowd was a huge factor in pushing him towards Irish Mid-Amateur Men’s Open Championship victory at his home course, Rosslare Golf Links, on Sunday afternoon. The 33-year-old also claimed the Best Overall Gross prize, while another local Rosslare member, Mark Mullen, secured theContinue reading “Golf championship victories for local Rosslare players”
Traffic arrangements for Vintage Day
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has announced a temporary road closure in Courtown to accommodate the Courtown and Riverchapel Vintage Day which will take place in aid of RNLI and Courtown Tidy Towns at North Pier, Courtown. The Vintage Day will take place tomorrow (Sunday, August 24,) with the road closure taking effect fromContinue reading “Traffic arrangements for Vintage Day”
Castletown River and Nature Festival
By Dan Walsh The Castletown River and Nature Festival takes place this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, August 23rd-24th and an opportunity to celebrate National Heritage Week with The Ahare River and Biodiversity Group as they explore the natural beauty of the Ahare River and local wildlife. The group will be hosting two amazing free eventsContinue reading “Castletown River and Nature Festival”
Ballymurn hosts Friday Heritage event
By Dan Walsh Ballymurn Heritage Group are hosting a Heritage evening on Friday at 7.30pm in Ballymurn Hall. Free refreshments and entry. The evening will consist of a display of crafts, equipment and a spinning wheel demonstration. There will be a free booklet of some old cures, remedies, sayings, superstitions and recipes. The Drinagh MummersContinue reading “Ballymurn hosts Friday Heritage event”
Championship titles at Rosslare Golf Links
By Caomh Breen Allen Aideen Walsh will look to make history this weekend as the Lahinch golfer aims to secure her third consecutive Irish Mid-Amateur Women’s title when she tees up at Rosslare Golf Links tomorrow afternoon. The Irish Mid-Amateur Men’s & Women’s Open Championship runs from Friday-Sunday, August 22nd-24th on the Wexford coast, whereContinue reading “Championship titles at Rosslare Golf Links”
‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted “Do Not Swim” notices at Ballymoney Beach, Gorey, Co. Wexford. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the Beach. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do not swim” warningContinue reading “‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach”
Cliona’s big night at Rose of Tralee
By Dan Walsh The world famous Rose of Tralee contest takes place tonight (Monday) and tomorrow night (Tuesday) and viewing is available from 8pm on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player. The Wexford Rose, Cliona O’Leary (26), from Boolavogue, is the last of 18 Roses on stage with Daithí Ó Sé tonight (Monday) and the wholeContinue reading “Cliona’s big night at Rose of Tralee”
Wexford Water Conservation Order still active
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann informs customers in Wexford that a Water Conservation Order (hosepipe ban) remains in effect in County Wexford until September 16th. The restrictions include the use of garden hoses and other non-essential water uses. The Order was put in place following a long period of dry weather combined with high demand,Continue reading “Wexford Water Conservation Order still active”
€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford
By Dan Walsh North Wexford – South Wicklow Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan welcomed €309,457 in funding for Wexford outdoor recreation projects announced Thursday under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The eight projects announced include enhancement works on walking and cycling trails, improvements to signage, provision of parking and trail furniture, improvements to accessibility andContinue reading “€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford”
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