By Dan Walsh The 18th Enniscorthy Street Rhythms Festival brings atmosphere to Slaneyside this weekend with a myriad of attractions to excite young and old. Saturday’s family entertainment programme includes the Martina Dance Academy, Rathnure Pantomime Society and a kid’s disco. Market Square will be buzzing with all types of dance from Jazz, Brazilian Dancer,Continue reading “Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales”
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Marine matters between Kilmore Quay and Pembrokeshire
By Dan Walsh at the May meeting of Wexford County Council Calls to ensure that the proposed sub-sea fibre optic cable system at the 12 nautical mile limit to the extent of the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) off the coast of Kilmore Quay be safe for trawlers and fishermen was voiced at today’s (Monday) monthlyContinue reading “Marine matters between Kilmore Quay and Pembrokeshire”
Community Garden opens in Wexford
By Dan Walsh Deputy Mayor of Wexford Cllr Raymond Shannon has launched the community garden in Wexford Arts Centre annexe on John’s Gate Street this afternoon. The garden features Muse, sculpture by Imogen Stafford and mosaic butterflies made by community participants in the Create and Chat workshops last summer, guided and installed by Helen McLean.Continue reading “Community Garden opens in Wexford”
Wexford stages Eoin Colfer play
By Dan Walsh Four Rivers returns to the stage this year with a nationwide tour of Eoin Colfer’s blackly comedic and very moving play about love, life and death, My Real Life. The play will be performed at Wexford Arts Centre for three nights – June 11th, 12th and 13th – seats are selling fast soContinue reading “Wexford stages Eoin Colfer play”
Make a date for The Showgrounds on Saturday!
By Dan Walsh The annual Enniscorthy Monart Union of Parishes Féte Day takes place on Saturday (1-5pm) at the Showgrounds, Ross Road, and it promises a variety of attractions, social interaction, and family fun. Free admission for a day filled with fun events to suit all ages. This event is a fundraiser for the EnniscorthyContinue reading “Make a date for The Showgrounds on Saturday!”
3.4kms new water mains for Gorey
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has announced plans to replace old and damaged water mains in Gorey and installing 3.4 kms of new, modern pipes that will strengthen the local network and reduce disruption to homes and businesses. The works commencing this month will run over phases to minimise disruption. Beginning with Phase 1 atContinue reading “3.4kms new water mains for Gorey”
3 persons ejected from Jet Ski
By Dan Walsh A member of the public witnessed a jet ski eject some people into the water near Tramore Pier, Co. Waterford, on Saturday afternoon. Tramore Lifeboat launched at 15.52 and within two minutes located the jet ski and found three persons on the rocks, under the cliff at the Doneraile walk. Two casualtiesContinue reading “3 persons ejected from Jet Ski”
Beer and tobacco products seized
By Dan Walsh Revenue officers had a busy week with alcohol and tobacco products seized. Almost 26,000 litres of beer were seized following an operation at Rosslare Europort. The alcohol which arrived on a trailer from France, has a value of over €103,300, representing a potential loss to the exchequer of over €48,400. Included inContinue reading “Beer and tobacco products seized”
Minister Browne welcomes Uisce Éireann plans
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann and Minister James Browne have welcomed the Commission for Regulation of Utilities’ (CRU) final determination on Revenue Control 4 (RC4), providing the framework for the delivery of water and wastewater services up to 2029. As part of this, Uisce Éireann has today set out a comprehensive programme of projects, giving clear visibility ofContinue reading “Minister Browne welcomes Uisce Éireann plans”
Are you coming to Wexford Maritime Festival?
By Dan Walsh Wexford Quay is the place to be this May Bank Holiday weekend for the Wexford Maritime Festival featuring live music, family entertainment, maritime activities and unforgettable cultural experiences. The festival kicks off this evening (Friday) with live music from 6-7.30pm and then the fantastic Aslan will perform (8-10pm) in the Maritime Marquee.Continue reading “Are you coming to Wexford Maritime Festival?”
