By Dan Walsh Uisce Eireann is carrying out leakage reduction works in Enniscorthy and the job is getting under way this week. The section of works will take place along the R890 Nunnery Road from the junction of the R702 and will continue along Summerhill Road to Blackstoops, where crews will be installing 1.25 kmContinue reading “Enniscorthy Uisce Éireann works”
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Cllr Pat Kehoe is Cathaoirleach
By Dan Walsh at the annual meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District There are 173 names listed as serving Enniscorthy town and district since 1855, however, this morning at the annual meeting in the Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy, Cllr Pat Kehoe became the first ‘Kehoe’ to get his name on the board when he was elected CathaoirleachContinue reading “Cllr Pat Kehoe is Cathaoirleach”
€19m Enniscorthy water upgrade is completed
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann, along with Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, marked a significant occasion for Enniscorthy with the completion of a €19 million upgrade to the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply Scheme. Speaking at the Water Treatment Plant at Vinegar Hill, overlooking the town, Minister Browne noted the criticalContinue reading “€19m Enniscorthy water upgrade is completed”
To the memory of the men, women and children on Vinegar Hill
By Dan Walsh on Vinegar Hill The Longest Day, Father’s Day and 228th anniversary of the Battle of Vinegar Hill were celebrated in ceremonial style on Vinegar Hill, overlooking Enniscorthy town, on Sunday evening. The principal speaker was historian Jacqui Hynes, joint editor of Wexford Rebels of 1798 (with Ronan O’Flaherty) who said; “Archaeological researchContinue reading “To the memory of the men, women and children on Vinegar Hill”
Farmers Market stays at Abbey Square
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council monthly meeting Enniscorthy Farmers Market is happy with its Abbey Square location, especially with the parking on Abbey Quay, and while it might be under review it is going nowhere at present. That was the view of Enniscorthy District Manager, Claire Lawless, following a suggestion from CllrContinue reading “Farmers Market stays at Abbey Square”
Call for anthem ‘As Gaeilge’ in all schools
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting Cllr John O’Rourke speaking at Tuesday’s meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Council Chamber, Presentation Centre, wants to hear “our own anthem in our own language. Cllr O’Rourke submitted a motion to the meeting and introducing it before Cathaoirleach Cllr Barbara-Anne Murphy andContinue reading “Call for anthem ‘As Gaeilge’ in all schools”
Enniscorthy weekend of music and fairytales
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”
Cogan’s of Shannon Quay is sold
By Dan Walsh at the monthly meeting of Wexford County Council Property situated at Shannon Quay, Enniscorthy, formerly known as Sawyers Pub, but better known locally as Cogans, has been sold for €101,000. The property was acquired by Wexford County Council by agreement, having previously been owned by Remcoll 3 Limited. The property is toContinue reading “Cogan’s of Shannon Quay is sold”
The Old House pub site is sold
By Dan Walsh at monthly meeting of Wexford County Council A prominent property at 6, Templeshannon, Enniscorthy, and formerly known as The Old House pub has been sold for €75,000 to MD Custom Electric Limited of Tracystown, Bridgetown, Co. Wexford. The property was vested in Wexford County Council ownership since last October following a DerelictContinue reading “The Old House pub site is sold”
Enniscorthy finish to Rás Stage 3
By Dan Walsh at Ross Road, Enniscorthy Liam Flanagan of the APS Pro Cycling Team has won Stage 3 of Rás Tailteann after 155.6km from Mitchelstown to Enniscorthy today (Friday). The American claimed that victory, from a breakaway, solo just ahead of yesterday’s winner, and new yellow jersey, Tim Shoreman (Wheelbase Cabtech-Castelli). Once again, ConnContinue reading “Enniscorthy finish to Rás Stage 3”
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