€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay

By Dan Walsh at Kilmore Quay Local developer, Rob Roche, has attracted significant interest from international operators for a proposed Integrated Tourism Resort development in Kilmore Quay. The details of the plan were unveiled during a public information event held at Stella Maris Community Centre, Kilmore Quay, last Friday. The Resort project is estimated toContinue reading “€180m Tourism Resort Hotel for Kilmore Quay”

Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta

By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council delegates recently visited Savannah and Atlanta, Georgia, to explore new economic, educational, and cultural development opportunities for County Wexford. Led by An Cathaoirleach, Cllr Pip Breen, the delegation included Municipal District representatives, council officials, and enterprise leaders. The visit reinforced the sister city agreement with Savannah and investigated newContinue reading “Wexford delegates return from Savannah and Atlanta”

Announcement of Paul Kehoe’s appointment

By Dan Walsh The Board of Directors of The Wexford Food Producers Network has announced the appointment of retired Fine Gael TD for the Wexford constituency, Paul Kehoe, as the new Chairperson. Paul Kehoe, from Bree, retired in 2024 after serving Wexford constituency in Dáil Éireann for 22 years. The Wexford Food Producers Network isContinue reading “Announcement of Paul Kehoe’s appointment”

New CEO for Gorey St Aidan’s Services

By Dan Walsh The Board of Saint Aidan’s Services in Gorey has announced the appointment of James Traynor as the organisation’s new Chief Executive Officer. Having served as Assistant CEO of Saint Aidan’s Services for nearly four years, Mr Traynor has demonstrated a strong commitment to the organisation’s core values of ‘Rights, Respect, Inclusion, andContinue reading “New CEO for Gorey St Aidan’s Services”

Change of ownership for local radio

By Dan Walsh Midlands 103 has announced an agreement to acquire the popular Wexford town-based radio station South East Radio. No financial detail has been disclosed. The proposed transaction is subject to standard closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Midlands 103 is part of the Tindle Group, which also operates local media outlets in the UKContinue reading “Change of ownership for local radio”

County Wexford Job Fest

By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber is bringing top employers and talented employees together for the County Wexford Job Fest later this month. The County Wexford Job Fest offers a fresh, modern approach, designed to encourage genuine, relaxed interactions between employers and local talent – in person. This is a valuable chance to highlight your business, connectContinue reading “County Wexford Job Fest”

European Harbour Masters visit to Rosslare Europort

By Dan Walsh A 20-strong delegation of Harbour Masters from across Europe, including representatives from Portsmouth, the Port of Dover, Ystad, Jersey, and the Port of Tyne, visited Rosslare Europort on Wednesday to witness digital transformation in live operation.  The purpose of the visit was to showcase Rosslare Europort’s SmartPort technology, a key component ofContinue reading “European Harbour Masters visit to Rosslare Europort”

Co. Wexford Chamber honours Jimmy Gahan

By Dan Walsh Jimmy Gahan is one of Enniscorthy’s best known citizens and he has been honoured by County Wexford Chamber “for the many years of dedicated service he has provided to Enniscorthy.” Jimmy joined the former Enniscorthy Chamber as a Development Officer in 2018 and helped guide the Enniscorthy District through its integration withContinue reading “Co. Wexford Chamber honours Jimmy Gahan”

County Wexford Business Awards launch

By Dan Walsh County Wexford Chamber has announced the launch of the County Wexford Business Awards 2025. The annual County Wexford Business Awards have earned a well-deserved reputation for being both prestigious and highly successful. With 18 award categories open for nominations, there is an opportunity for businesses of all sizes and sectors to showcase theContinue reading “County Wexford Business Awards launch”

300 jobs impacted in Wexford closure?

By Dan Walsh Following a meeting between management and staff today (Tuesday) at BNY Mellon it was announced that it was closing its Wexford office with about 300 jobs impacted. The global financial firm employs about 310 employees at its offices in the Drinagh Business Park on the outskirts of Wexford town. There had beenContinue reading “300 jobs impacted in Wexford closure?”