A man was rushed to hospital today following an incident opposite the Bus Stop on Templeshannon Quay, Enniscorthy, this afternoon. His injuries are unknown.
A seating area beside the River Slaney was cordoned off to the public for a period of time around 1pm and Gardaí were on the scene.
While Gardaí confirmed that a person was taken to hospital they could not confirm what kind of weapon was used in the alleged attack, but locals claim that it was an iron bar!
An investigation has begun and if anyone has CCTV, DASHCAM or any footage of this incident or witnessed what happened they are asked to contact Enniscorthy Garda Station on 053 924250 or on the Garda Confidential line 1800 666 111.
There has been a number of incidents on Templeshannon Quay in recent months including intimidation and conflict at the Bus Stop.
Parade ring scene at Wexford Racecourse today (Wednesday). Another day’s racing there again tomorrow (Thursday). (Pic; WexfordLocal.com)
By Dan Walsh at Wexford Races
Tinahely trainer Philip Rothwell was an absentee at Wexford Races this afternoon although he supplied the only local winner on the 7-race all steeplechase card with Doran’s Law (9/2), owned by Tom Doran and sporting the green and red star colours made famous by the great Doran’s Pride who scored by four and three-parts of a length in the handicap chase.
It was a change of fortune for Tomhaggard jockey Tiernan Power-Roche who was handed a hefty 14-ban at Ballinrobe on Tuesday evening.
The day belonged to Waterford trainer Henry de Bromhead who saddled a treble on the card. Ma Belle Etoile (3/1) in the mares’ beginners chase and Nouvotic (6/4) in the beginners’ chase – both ridden by Darragh O’Keeffe.
De Bromhead’s treble came via Wonleg (5/2 fav.) -bred at Clonmore House Stud, Bree by Jonathan Deacon -in the Adare Manor Opportunity Handicap Chase ridden by Patrick O’Brien. “That was Patrick’s first ride for us. I thought he was really good and I am delighted for him,” said de Bromhead, who added; “He rides out for us one day a week.”
It was a great day for the Cody family from Dunamaggin, Co. Kilkenny who enjoyed success with War Correspondent (22/1), running in the colours of Gillian, trained by Ray and a first victory since turning professional for 19 years old jockey Paddy Cody.
Racing again at Bettyville Park tomorrow (Thursday). It’s themed Family Day, eight races, the first is off at 4.35pm.
THURSDAY, July 24th.
Going: Yielding.
4.35pm; Kilmore Quay (C&G) Maiden Hurdle. 2 miles 0.5 furlongs. (14 runners).
5.10pm; Curragh to Curragh Charity Cycle on August 30th Mares Maiden Hurdle. 2 miles 4.5 furlongs. (14 runners).
Crime figures have reached a new high in North Wexford after two ladders were stolen in a mid-day break-in and theft at a premises in Riverchapel, Courtown.
Gardái in Gorey are investigating.
A break-in occurred between 12 noon and 1.30pm at Etchingham Heights housing estate in Riverchapel.
A door was kicked in, rooms were ransacked, and two ladders were taken from the premises.
Gardaí in Gorey are appealing to anyone who was in the area at the time, and who may have witnessed something, to come forward.
Enjoy the craic and plan your journey to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 in Wexford town, August 3rd-10th, travelling with Expressway Route 2.
Andrew Yates, Head of Expressway, Bus Éireann said: “Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is a wonderful celebration of our rich culture, heritage, music and community spirit and we are delighted that visitors to the event are being encouraged to use public transport. Expressway operates frequent services from Dublin, Wicklow and Waterford to and from this year’s event, but we would advise intending customers to plan their journeys ahead and book a seat in advance at expressway.ie to avoid disappointment.”
Expressway’s Route 2 (Wexford to Dublin) service operates 15 services a day in each direction from Monday to Saturday, with 11 services a day on Sundays and Bank Holidays, ideal for people travelling to this year’s Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.
Due to accommodation shortages from August 3rd-10th, an additional late-night service at 23:00 has been added to the Expressway Route 2 timetable for customers who are unable to stay in Wexford overnight and who wish to travel to Dublin, Arklow, Gorey, Enniscorthy, Ferns and Oylgate.
The Expressway Route 2 departs from Wexford O’Hanrahan Station at 02:00, 04:00, 05:50, 07:00, 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30, 20:30 and 23:00.
Customers travelling from Waterford to the event should note that the Expressway Route 40 also operates 6 services per day in each direction to/from Waterford.
For more information on Expressway services, please visitexpressway.ie
Two race meetings this week at Bettyville Park on Wednesday afternoon and Ladies Day on Thursday evening and early ticket sales are still open.
Wednesday’s card comprises entirely of seven steeplechases while there are eight races on Thursday evening – seven over hurdles and an INH Flat Race. There is also a race confined to lady riders.
This is a marvellous opportunity to enjoy midsummer racing. The cards are as follows;
WEDNESDAY, July 23rd.
Going: Yielding to soft
2.08pm; Wexford Town Mares Beginners’ Chase. 2 miles
8.17pm; Park Run at Wexford Racecourse Saturday Mornings INH Flat Race. 2 miles 0.5 furlongs.
N.B.; Some may be confused about the race times, however, the irregular starting time is to facilitate Racing TV’s comprehensive racing coverage which includes meetings from the UK on both days.
Play Day in the Orchard Peace Park in collaboration with FDYS and Creative Places Enniscorthy .
By Dan Walsh at Orchard Peace Park, Enniscorthy
Enniscorthy Municipal District, in collaboration with FDYS and Creative Places Enniscorthy, proudly celebrated National Play Day 2025 by hosting a lively celebration for families, children and community members together for a joyful afternoon in Orchard Peace Park.
Cllr Barbara Anne Murphy, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, praised the initiative, and said “play is such a powerful way to bring communities together.”
“Events like this remind us of the importance of creating spaces where children can thrive, families can connect, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. We were thrilled to see so many smiling faces and to support an initiative that puts the wellbeing of young people at its heart,” added Cllr Murphy.
The two-hour pop-up Play Event offered a wide range of engaging, play-based activities facilitated by Play Strategist Martin O’Donoghue, whose expertise helped turn the park into a hub of creativity and connection.
Prior to the event, a hands-on training session took place at the FDYS centre, where local participants explored the value of play as a vital tool for community engagement, especially in work with children and young adults.
Attendees of the training had the opportunity to put their new skills into action during the event, which proved to be a resounding success.
Glorious sunshine set the perfect tone, while families delighted in imaginative games, interactive play zones, and a generous supply of refreshments and ice cream.
The National Play Day initiative was funded by the Department of Children, Disability and Equality under the National Play Day Funding Scheme 2025.
Gardaí and Revenue Customs officers seized €1.6 million worth of herbal cannabis at Ballycarney last Friday. (Pic; Revenue).
A 46-year-old man has been charged in connection with a €1.6m drugs haul at Tincurry, Ballycarney, last Friday.
Vincent Fanning of Slaney Drive, Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton at a special sitting of Gorey District Court.
Mr Fanning was charged with possession of a controlled drug for the purpose of selling or supply to another in contravention of the Misuse of Drugs Regulations 2017 and 2019 under Section 5 of the Misuse of Drugs Act, 1972 at Tincurry, Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, on July 18th.
Det Gda Dean Healy gave evidence of the arrest, charge and caution of Mr Fanning.
Defence Counsel Craig Phillips BL, instructed by solicitor Eoin O’Sullivan, said there would be no application for bail and applied for free legal aid.
Judge Staunton said he would grant free legal aid, subject to a statement of means being made available to the court.
Judge Staunton remanded the accused in custody to appear before Wexford District Court via video link on Tuesday night.
These beautiful pair of horses didn’t take Sunday off, but were happy to work on world record day at the Rathangan Country Fair. (pic; WexfordLocal.com)
By Dan Walsh at Rathangan Country Fair
A century of various crop harvesting methods was staged as a successful world record attempt at the annual Rathangan Country Fair, specially titled A Century of Harvest, held today in summer conditions at Rathangan village in south Wexford.
Fourteen methods of harvesting the grain crops from the 20th century were all working together in the same field at the same time! It was an amazing sight and a colourful flashback to all associated with the farming methods that evolved traditionally from the days before horse-drawn implements to the modern combined harvesters.
The Country Fair was officially opened by Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy TD, in the presence of Noel Grealish TD, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine, Cllr Frank Staples, Leas-Cathaoirleach Rosslare Municipal District and Cllr Jim Codd,
There was a large attendance that included Anna May McHugh, Managing Director of the National Ploughing Association and the National Ploughing Champion 2024, Martin Kehoe, Foulksmills – three times world champion – who represents Ireland in the World Ploughing Championships in the Czech Republic later this year.
There was a warm welcome from Ray Rochford, Chairperson of Rathangan Country Fair Committee. “It gives me great pleasure to welcome everyone here today, to this unique and once-off event called ‘A Century of Harvest’.
“This event demonstrated the various methods of harvesting across Ireland over the past 100 years,” said Mr Rochford, who added; “To our knowledge this is the first time these methods are demonstrated simultainously within the same field.”
A wonderful 24-page catalogue was published in connection with the event.
The large attendance had access to food outlets, singing and dancing, a thatching display, threshing display, straw cropping and other attractions and watched Tipperary beat Cork in the All-Ireland senior hurling final at Croke Park on the big screen.
JAMES BROWNE T.D. Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage. (File Pic; WexfordLocal.com)
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Enniscorthy-based James Browne T.D. has announced €150,000 in funding for Wexford County Council to support the costs of hosting Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025.
The Fleadh, which is widely regarded as the world’s largest annual celebration of traditional Irish music, language, song and dance, will return to Wexford from August 3rd-10th this year.
Wexford Minister Browne TD, said; “I can’t wait myself for the Fleadh. It’s a class event in terms of the focus on community and voluntary led events, showcasing our local pride with a burst of colour and sound.
“The Fleadh in Wexford is celebrating the living tradition,and has really focused on making performances and spaces accessible to a wide group of people of all ages and backgrounds.
“The Fleadh is a welcome boost for local tourism, and will attract thousands of visitors from home and abroad to the county. This funding I am an announcing today aims to assist the Council in ensuring the necessary infrastructure is in place to facilitate another successful Fleadh, which sees such a serious effort from all parts of the county.”
Similar funding of €150,000 was provided to Wexford County Council for the Fleadh Cheoil in 2024.
Around 80 kilos of Herbal Cannabis with an estimated street value of €1.6 million (pending analysis) was seized after a van was intercepted by Gardaí at Ballycarney, Enniscorthy, yesterday (Friday).
A man in his 40s was arrested at the scene and is being held at a Garda Station in the east of the country. He can be held for up to seven days.
An Garda Síochána and Revenue conducted a targeted joint operation.
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