By Dan Walsh in Enniscorthy The River Slaney in Enniscorthy has burst its banks with both bridges closed to traffic and many business premises under water this afternoon. Wexford County Council and Slaney Search and Rescue volunteers were on alert from 3am as heavy rainfall caused the river to burst its banks. Residents on IslandContinue reading “Major floods hit Enniscorthy again”
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Man (60s) dies in New Ross crash
By Dan Walsh A man in his 60s has died following a single-vehicle road crash on the L4007 at Maudlin’s Cross, near New Ross at 1.10pm this afternoon. The driver of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported. Any road users, who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) andContinue reading “Man (60s) dies in New Ross crash”
Gorey Gardaí seeking assistance
Gardaí in Gorey are seeking the assistance of the public in identifying the driver of a 181-registered Mercedes involved in a collision with a pedestrian. The incident occurred on Friday, 16 January 2026 at approximately 2.40pm, near St. Joseph’s Primary School, in the Creagh area of Gorey, Co. Wexford. The pedestrian was crossing the roadContinue reading “Gorey Gardaí seeking assistance”
Motorcyclist injured at Killurin
By Dan Walsh A man in his 20s is in critical condition after a serious collision involving a car and a motorcycle happened at around 11.45pm last night (Monday) on the R730 at Killurin near Glynn. The motorcyclist was taken to Wexford General Hospital for treatment and has since been transferred to Beaumont Hospital, whereContinue reading “Motorcyclist injured at Killurin”
Two injured in Camolin crash
By Dan Walsh Two people have been removed to hospitals in Dublin and Wexford following a serious road traffic collision near Camolin this evening (Sunday). A female passenger in her 60s was brought to St Vincent’s Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. A driver, aged in his 40s, was brought to Wexford General Hospital forContinue reading “Two injured in Camolin crash”
Road collision on N25 Rosslare Road
By Dan Walsh A female driver in her 70s was removed to Wexford General Hospital this evening following a road collision on the N25 Rosslare Road at Ballykelly, Drinagh. It is understood that a car collided with the wall of The Coal Bunker bar and restaurant about 6pm. No other vehicles were involved. Emergency vehiclesContinue reading “Road collision on N25 Rosslare Road”
Man (30’s) dies in Barntown road crash
By Dan Walsh A motorcyclist in his 30s has died following a road crash this morning. The single-vehicle incident happened on the R738 at Growtown Upper, Barntown, near Wexford town, at 6.20am. The man was pronounced deceased at the scene and the coroner has been notified. The road is closed for a technical examination andContinue reading “Man (30’s) dies in Barntown road crash”
Gorey teenager located safe and well
By Dan Walsh UPDATE; November 7th 2025; Owen Kennedy (19) who was reported missing from Gorey, Co. Wexford since Saturday, 1st November 2025, has been located safe and well. Gardaí would like to thank the media for their assistance. No further action is required. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts ofContinue reading “Gorey teenager located safe and well”
Man (58) from New Ross located
By Dan Walsh UPDATE; Gerard (Gerrry) Lynch has been located safe and well. Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 58-year-old Gerard (Gerry) Lynch who is reported missing from his home in New Ross, since Monday 27th October 2025. Gerard (Gerry) was last seen on Sunday at approximately 9.15am. Gerard (Gerry)Continue reading “Man (58) from New Ross located”
Traffic delays in Wexford on Friday evening
By Dan Walsh Wexford town is going to be busy tomorrow evening (Friday) as the town prepares to welcome the 74th Wexford Festival Opera with fireworks and the opening ceremony taking place on Wexford Quay at 7.15 pm. Wexford Gardaí are advising of a temporary closure of Wexford Bridge from 7.10 pm to 7.30 pm.Continue reading “Traffic delays in Wexford on Friday evening”
