Wexford Rose JOY QUIGLEY and host DAITHÍ Ó SÉ in the Rose of Tralee on RTÉ last night.
By Dan Walsh
Wexford Rose Joy Quigley from Ferns was the final interviewee on last night’s televised International Rose of Tralee Festival, and she gave a masterful performance with lots of laughter and banter with host Daithí Ó Sé.
“I am so much a hugger,” Joy told Daithí and she continued; “I just love a hug. I love affection. It is certainly my love language. People’s love language is usually touch, but mine is hugging.”
Joy had a great appearance on the show and acknowledged the presence of her parents in the audience, Linda and John, and other relatives and friends who supported Joy from Ferns to Tralee.
Eighteen Roses were featured and the final fifteen will appear on RTÉ television tonight (Tuesday) and the winner of the 2022 Rose of Tralee will be announced soon after 11pm.
AUDIO ADDITION; Wexford Rose Joy Quigley at presenter Daithí Ó Sé on the Rose of Tralee stage. (Pic; RTE).
FINTAN KELLY typing the last few words of his first play Farsiders.
By Dan Walsh
Enniscorthy-born actor Fintan Kelly is writer and director of an exciting new play ‘Farsiders’ and the world premiere takes place in the Presentation Arts Centre on Tuesday night, and there are also performances on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and Saturday.
Fintan told WexfordLocal.com; “I’m delighted that the premiere night is all sold out. It is in memory of Joe Doyle who died during Covid when we were under lockdown and we didn’t get a chance to say a proper farewell, so this is a celebration of Joe Doyle’s life.” Joe was a tremendous supporter of Enniscorthy Drama Group and all proceeds are going towards the Wexford branch of Cystic Fibrosis Ireland.
‘Farsiders’ is an original play by Fintan Kelly set in a ‘dole’ (unemployment) office in 1981, featuring seven characters on stage, exploring love, tragedy and events that were part of life at the time with particular focus on the social weekend events and the the way we were back then!
The play was launched recently at a pleasant reception held at Enniscorthy IFA Farm Centre by local broadcaster and journalist Jimmy Gahan.
Jimmy said he was privileged that Fintan asked him to launch his play. “Apart from being a wonderful actor and theatrical personality” Fintan is a wonderful and successful person that has appeared in many plays and film pieces, including Fair City (RTE 1). Gahan gave a detailed outline of his progress and success, and he wished him well with the world premiere of Farsiders which marks his debut as a playwright.
Liam Doyle, Chairman of Enniscorthy Drama Group thanked Fintan Kelly for writing the play “because without a play we couldn’t have any great cause to be here,” and he complimented Fintan for giving his time to produce and direct the play as well, and he thanked the cast and committee in producing this play.
Tickets are still available for shows towards the end of the week and full details are available at www.presentationcentre.ie
Gorey Fire Service helping out at a fire at Croghan Industrial Estate in Arklow today (Pic; WicklowNews.Net)
Gorey Fire Service assisted units from Arklow and Wicklow at a major fire at The Croghan Industrial Estate in Arklow on Sunday afternoon.
The Arklow Fire Service team were quickly to the scene as it was located in the same estate, the blaze was quickly brought under control and extinguished due to the quick response.
There were no reports of any injuries, and the cause of the blaze is not known at this time.
CLLR AIDAN BROWNE, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, unveiling the Digital Swordsman from the Dungeon with MICO HASSETT, Manager, at Enniscorthy Castle this evening. The exhibition runs until Halloween.
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Castle
The Digital Survey of a Swordsman in the Dungeon was officially launched this evening at Enniscorthy Castle by Cllr Aidan Browne, Cathaoirleach Enniscorthy Municipal District Council as part of the ‘Writing on the Wall’ autumnal exhibition.
Cllr Browne said he was delighted to unveil the exhibition and acknowledged that Enniscorthy Castle is home to a rare piece of medieval graffito, incised in the dungeon wall – a one-metre-tall figure with sword in hand and this work of wall art from times past is the centre piece.
Manager Mico Hassett explained that an archaeological report was completed in 2012 and thanks to Heritage Council funding it was recommended a full digital survey of the swordsman figure. “Originally referred to as a Halberdier, the figure is in fact, a swordsman thought to date to the late 16th century. Further funding allowed us to complete the digital survey using 3D laser imaging, 3D photogrammetry and 2D RTI imaging,” she concluded.
Eve Furlong, Deputy Manager of Enniscorthy Castle said; “The 3D print allows us to bring the Swordsman out of the dungeon and into the main exhibition space of the Castle, which creates better accessibility, opportunities for up-close engagement and additional educational materials to be showcased.”
Lisa Byrne, Visual Arts Manager at the Presentation Arts Centre spoke about the popularity of the Enniscorthy Walls Project showcasing wall art or murals that adorn parts of the town and aspects of this project are incorporated into the ‘Writing on the Wall’ which will be open for public viewing at the castle until October 31st.
This evening’s launch is part of the Heritage Week programme and the attendance included Catherine McLoughlin, County Heritage Officer, Deputy Johnny Mythen, Cllrs Barbara-Anne Murphy and Kathleen Codd-Nolan, members of the local media and other invited guests.
Admission to the exhibition is €6 with a family of five just €15, making it a great value proposition for a tour. The full display explores the history of graffiti and wall art from the Neolithic to the present day. The focus on political graffiti, the rise of graffiti in the 80’s and the local Enniscorthy Walls Project offers patrons plenty of insight to graffiti art through the ages from across the world.
The M11 northbound lane between junctions 24 (Frankfort/Clough) and 25 (Ballydawmore/Enniscorthy is closed to traffic after a trailer loaded with straw caught fire and spread onto the embankment sending high flames and smoke into the air.
Major fire on M11 this afernoon (Pic; Joseph Dixon)
The incident occurred around 4pm this afternoon. Sources at the scene say that the tractor was disconnected from the burning trailer load and was saved from damage. No injuries are reported.
Emergency services including units of Enniscorthy and Gorey Fire Services are at the scene.
A major clean-up and safety procedures are in place.
Roadusers are advised that the M11 northbound lane will be closed for a number of hours and diversions are taking place through Enniscorthy.
A one hour guided tour with personal commentary by Jeremy Hill on the heritage of landscape and garden at Monksgrange next Sunday will commence at 2pm. Outdoor footwear is suggested.
You will hear about the role of landscape trees, admire the oaks of the original avenue planted in 1750 and hear about design principles of the later curved avenue and the importance of a ‘burst.’ The influences of landscape designer Humphrey Repton and the Edwardian Arts and Crafts garden designers Gertrude Jekyll and Edwin Lutyens will be discussed during the walk.
At 3.30pm a seminar will be presented in The Gallery. Anthony Hobbs will present the Edward Richards-Orpen Memorial Trust 2022 Annual lecture: The photography of historian Goddard Orpen (1852-1932). Archivist Lesley Whiteside will present an update on the latest news from Monksgrange Archives including the installation of a made-to-order storage chest for the map collection. The acquisition of this chest has been supported by a 2022 Heritage Council grant.
The afternoon is free of charge, but seminar seats are limited and must be booked in advance. It is essential to book for the seminar talks as seating is limited.
WexfordLocal.com is advised that this event has sold out online.
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 15-year-old youths Charli and Ruby McGlynn who were last seen in the Bridgetown area at approximately 6.30pm on Saturday, August 13th.
Charli is described as approximately 5 foot 6 inches in height with a slim build, brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Charli was wearing a black hoody, black shorts and black shoes with white laces.
Ruby is described as approximately 5 foot 4 inches in height with a slim build, brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, Ruby was wearing a white singlet with a pink flower on the front, grey shorts and flip-flops.
Both Charli and Ruby are known to frequent the Blanchardstown area of Dublin.
Anyone with information on Charli and Ruby’s whereabouts is asked to contact Wexford Garda Station on 053 9165200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Many tributes are paid to former State Solicitor and supporter of events in Gorey over many decades, Jack McEvoy, The Avenue, Gorey, who will be laid to rest today in St. Michael’s Cemetery following Requiem Mass in St. Michael’s Church, Gorey.
JACK McEVOY
A solicitor by profession, Mr McEvoy set up practice in Gorey in 1953, but he was a most popular member of the community and was associated with most events happening in Gorey. He is particularly recognised for his dedication to the Gorey Summer Fair Committee.
Gorey Meals on Wheels were amongst those paying tribute to Mr McEvoy and passing sympathies to his family. “It is with great sadness we hear of the passing of our former Meals On Wheels Chairperson, Jack McEvoy. Deeply involved in so many community groups, he made such an amazing contribution to the town’s community, responding to its social needs through organisations such as the Meals On Wheels (and our predecessor, the Gorey Community Social Services Council). His involvement with Meals On Wheels spanned decades, from volunteering with deliveries to serving as our Chairperson for many years.
“The Meals On Wheels committee express their sympathies to his family and friends on their sad loss” concluded the post on social media.
In a personal capacity I enjoyed a wonderful relationship with Jack McEvoy who was so kind to me at all times in promoting Gorey through the broadcast and print media through the decades and I add my condolences to the multitudes that he truly deserves.
FAMILY NOTICE; The death has taken place of Jack McEvoy, The Avenue, Gorey, (after a short illness bravely borne in the loving care of the staff of St. Raphael’s Ward, St. Vincent’s University Hospital.
Beloved husband of Angela and loving father of Pat, Sue, Chris, Conor, Declan and Claire. Deeply regretted by his loving wife, sons, daughters, his 18 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, extended family, relatives, neighbours and many friends. May He Rest In Peace.
Removal from Funeral Home today (Thursday) at 1.30 pm to St. Michael’s Church, Gorey for Funeral Mass at 2 pm. followed by burial in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Gorey. House Private Please.
The death has occurred of Gorey resident John Cameron, Oakhill, Ramstown, autobiographer of Boy 11963, a unique account of overcoming almost insurmountable obstacles to find out who he truly was!
At only five months old, John Cameron was abandoned in a Dublin orphanage, and fostered out as a child labourer by age three. In 1944 when he turned eight, he was incarcerated in Artane Industrial School, where he became boy 11963. In his mid-eighties, John Cameron told his shocking but inspirational story for the first time. As a child, reduced to a number, he survived savage assaults, sexual abuse and the tragic deaths of children around him. Along with other forgotten boys, he battled for his life against the heartless adversity of the church and the Irish state. As a young man – a much-loved schoolteacher devoted to his growing family – John was haunted by his unknown past and embarked on a lifelong quest to unravel the truth about his origins. Buried in a labyrinth of lies, he finally uncovered a story of forbidden love and passion that scandalised rural Ireland and made national headlines in the 1930s.
JOHN CAMERON
John, also known as Jaycee, made Gorey his home some years ago and was admired and respected wherever he went. Cllr Joe Sullivan knew John Cameron well and described him as “the nicest man you could meet” and he offers his sympathy and that of the people of Gorey to his sorrowing wife and family.
FAMILY NOTICE; JOHN CAMERON (also known as Jaycee), Oakhill, Ramstown, Gorey; Beloved Husband of Treasa and loving father of Fiona, Aileen, Shane, Niamh and Brian, brother of Betty, Ada, Marie and the late Una and Joan. Deeply regretted by his loving wife, sons, daughters, grandchildren Emma, Aoife, Patrick, Ómaí, Ellie-Rose, sons-in-law Tim, Jimmy and Tony, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends in Oakhill and beyond and members of the Parkinson Association Wexford Branch. May He Rest In Peace.
Removal from his home on Thursday, August 18th, at 10.30 am to St. Michael’s Church Gorey for Funeral Mass at 11 am followed by Burial in St. Michael’s Cemetery Gorey.
MICO HASSETT, Manager, and EVE FURLONG, Deputy Manager’ pictured with the new Writing on the Wall autumnal exhibition at Enniscorthy Castle.
By Dan Walsh
Enniscorthy Castle is home to a rare piece of medieval graffito, incised in the dungeon wall – a one-metre-tall figure with sword in hand. This work of wall art from times past is the centre piece of the Enniscorthy Castle Autumnal Exhibition ‘Writing on the Wall‘.
Manager Mico Hassett told WexfordLocal.com; “An archaeological report was completed in 2012 on our drawing thanks to Heritage Council funding. They recommended a full digital survey of the swordsman figure. Originally referred to as a Halberdier, the figure is in fact, a swordsman thought to date to the late 16th century. Further funding allowed us to complete the digital survey using 3D laser imaging, 3D photogrammetry and 2D RTI imaging. The data retrieved will allow us to showcase the piece across our main floor and will monitor the condition of the artwork over time too.
“The exhibition centre piece is a full-sized 3D print of the wall art. We will present a video of the survey process and the finished 3D print at our launch event on Friday at 6pm as part of our Heritage Week events,” concluded Ms Hassett.
Eve Furlong, Deputy Manager of Enniscorthy Castle said; “The 3D print allows us to bring the Swordsman out of the dungeon and into the main exhibition space of the Castle, which creates better accessibility, opportunities for up-close engagement and additional educational materials to be showcased. We are utilising exhibition QR codes so visitors can access further information on all our panels from anywhere.”
Admission to the exhibition is €6 with a family of five just €15, making it a great value proposition for a tour. Writing on the Wall – Chisel to Spray Can: Graffito, Graffiti and Wall Art runs in the castle until Halloween (October 31st) with the full display exploring the history of graffiti and wall art from the Neolithic to the present day. The focus on political graffiti, the rise of graffiti in the 80’s and the local Enniscorthy Walls Project offers patrons plenty of insight to graffiti art through the ages from across the world.
