By Dan Walsh at Riverside Park Hotel, Enniscorthy The reflection of the fireworks on the River Slaney, the revolving bright lights of the giant Ferris Wheel and the glitter and glamour of the hurdy-gurdy’s lit up the Friday night sky in Enniscorthy as the town celebrates the start of the 9th annual Rockin’ Food &Continue reading “Enniscorthy celebrates a Rockin’ weekend”
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Wilkie Way experience opens in Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh The ancient steps that link Castle Hill with Church Street opposite Enniscorthy Castle has been renamed Wilkie Way (Wilkie Slí as Gaeilge) and was officially launched recently by Cllr John O’Rourke, Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council. WexfordLocal.com has compiled the following information explaining who is Wilkie and what is the significanceContinue reading “Wilkie Way experience opens in Enniscorthy”
Many issues raised at Enniscorthy meeting
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting There was a broad range of issues raised at Monday’s monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Council Chamber at the Presentation Centre. Cathaoirleach Cllr John O’Rourke presided. Cllr Cathal Byrne would like to see the Local Link bus service through Bree andContinue reading “Many issues raised at Enniscorthy meeting”
Anniversary of 1916 Rising in Enniscorthy
By Dan Walsh in Enniscorthy The 108th anniversary of the Easter Rising of 1916 in Enniscorthy was commemorated this morning at a colourful ceremony held in the Market Square. “It is an honour to speak with you this Easter Monday morning as we commemorate the 108th anniversary of the 1916 Easter Rising,” said Cllr JohnContinue reading “Anniversary of 1916 Rising in Enniscorthy”
Remembering Enniscorthy Easter 1916
By Dan Walsh The annual commemoration remembering the Easter Rising 1916 in Enniscorthy takes place on Easter Monday and is organised by Enniscorthy Municipal District Council. Ceremonies commence with the celebration of Mass in St. Aidan’s Cathedral at 10am followed by a procession to Market Square where the Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, Cllr JohnContinue reading “Remembering Enniscorthy Easter 1916”
Plans to redevelop Enniscorthy town centre
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting An update on the Enniscorthy Town Centre Regeneration Project and the redevelopment of the old Murphy Flood’s Hotel site in the town centre were contained in reports presented at the March meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Council Chamber, Presentation Centre, last Monday.Continue reading “Plans to redevelop Enniscorthy town centre”
Oak tree is planted in Clonroche
By Dan Walsh Local public representative and Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr John Fleming planted an oak tree with members of Clonroche Development Association to celebrate National Tree Week, an annual event organised by the Tree Council of Ireland in partnership with Coillte. This year’s theme was “Planting Trees for a Greener Future” highlightsContinue reading “Oak tree is planted in Clonroche”
Enniscorthy St Patrick’s Day winners
By Dan Walsh Winners at the recent Enniscorthy St Patrick’s Day Festival parade which involved 700 participants and almost 30 groups have been announced and presentations made by the Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, Cllr John O’Rourke. Enniscorthy Municipal District, Wexford County Council and Enniscorthy Creative Places kindly sponsored and the winners wereContinue reading “Enniscorthy St Patrick’s Day winners”
Marshalstown to get a school crossing!
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting Cllr Jackser Owens presented a notice of motion at today’s March meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council asking that a pedestrian crossing at Marshalstown Primary School be a priority for the safety of the 214 students arriving and going home from there. He was supported byContinue reading “Marshalstown to get a school crossing!”
Vinegar Hill could be ‘a goldmine’; but not just yet!
By Dan Walsh at Council Chamber, Presentation Centre, Enniscorthy It was easy to sense the Local Elections coming up in a matter of weeks as members were animated, and many topics got an airing at today’s March meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Council Chamber at the Presentation Centre. Cathaoirleach Cllr JohnContinue reading “Vinegar Hill could be ‘a goldmine’; but not just yet!”
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