By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy The streets of Enniscorthy were lined with families and enthusiastic crowds this afternoon for the annual St. Patrick Day’s Parade which was an outstanding success with colour, enthusiasm and a welcoming atmosphere in the shadow of Vinegar Hill. Speaking to WexfordLocal.com, Cllr Cathal Byrne, Leas-Cathaoirleach representing the Cathaoirleach, Cllr AidanContinue reading “Crowds in Enniscorthy for St. Patrick’s Day”
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Tricolour raised over Vinegar Hill
By Dan Walsh at Vinegar Hill The Tricolour was ceremoniously unfurled and raised on Vinegar Hill today marking the 175th anniversary of the historic occasion when the Tricolour was first flown publicly on March 7th, 1848. Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council Cllr Aidan Browne said he was delighted that Wexford County Council was markingContinue reading “Tricolour raised over Vinegar Hill”
Enniscorthy celebrates 175 years flying the Tricolour
By Dan Walsh A public ceremonial event takes place on Vinegar Hill on Tuesday at 4pm to mark events on March 7th, 1848, where a demonstration was held in Enniscorthy to celebrate the success of the French Revolution in Paris. The ceremony is focussed on the Tricolour and a more elaborate ceremony took place inContinue reading “Enniscorthy celebrates 175 years flying the Tricolour”
Enniscorthy welcomes new District Manager
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Meeting There was a warm welcome for the newly appointed District Manager for Enniscorthy, Claire Lawless, and some words of expectation from the members at the February monthly meeting held in the Presentation Centre Council Chamber today. Cllr Aidan Browne was in the chair. Longevity appeared to topContinue reading “Enniscorthy welcomes new District Manager”
Councillors lose out on the Town Centre First team!
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal Council Meeting Angry sentiments were aired at today’s (Monday) monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council when the six elected representatives who had formed a working committee some three years ago were informed that they could only have a single representative on the Town Centre First team. Ructions brokeContinue reading “Councillors lose out on the Town Centre First team!”
An update on Enniscorthy water services
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council meeting Senior Executive Engineer with responsibility for water services in Enniscorthy town and district, Tadhg O’Corcora, presented his final Water Report at the January meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council as he retires after 40 years of local authority service, the last 30 years with Wexford CountyContinue reading “An update on Enniscorthy water services”
Roof blows off at Vinegar Hill toilet
By Dan Walsh at Vinegar Hill The controversial new visitor toilet unit at Vinegar Hill is making the local headlines again! It has been closed on health and safety grounds after part of the roof was blown away recently. The news was shared with the members at last Monday’s meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District CouncilContinue reading “Roof blows off at Vinegar Hill toilet”
Changes at Enniscorthy Council
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy District Council Meeting Tributes were paid to District Manager Ger Mackey and Executive Engineer Tadhg O’Corcora, both of whom attended their last meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Presentation Centre today. Mr Mackey moves to the Housing Department of Wexford County Council while Mr O’Corcora retires afterContinue reading “Changes at Enniscorthy Council”
Enniscorthy Town Centre Plan?
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal District Council Meeting The ambitious Enniscorthy Town Centre First Plan, believed to be the first of its kind in the country, was first discussed ‘in committee’ and later members demanded that it be favoured by the members before being made public, however, it was adopted at last Monday’s meetingContinue reading “Enniscorthy Town Centre Plan?”
ASBO threatens local bus service
By Dan Walsh There was outright condemnation of anti-social behaviour that is threatening the future of local bus services and Gardaí are investigating a recent incident on the Enniscorthy to Bunclody route, members heard at today’s (Monday) monthly meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council held in the Presentation Centre Chamber. The matter was raised byContinue reading “ASBO threatens local bus service”
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