The newly enlarged Blackwater Parish Hall was officially opened this morning by Bishop of Ferns, Most Rev. Ger Nash following celebration of Mass in St. Brigid’s Church with Very Rev. Brendan Nolan, parish priest of Blackwater. Liam Buttle, Chairperson) welcomed guests and members of the community to the event which concluded with refreshments for all.Continue reading “Blackwater Parish Hall officially opened”
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Ukraine Ambassador in Gorey
By Dan Walsh in Gorey The Ukrainian Ambassador to Ireland, Her Excellency Ms. Larysa Gerasko, honoured an invitation to visit Gorey today where she thanked everybody for the support of Ukraine and Ukrainians who came to Ireland fleeing the war launched by Russia. Cathaoirleach Cllr Pip Breen said; “It is a great privilege and honourContinue reading “Ukraine Ambassador in Gorey”
Courtown calls for Council support
By Dan Walsh at Gorey-Kilmuckridge District Council Meeting. A deputation from Courtown Community Council were welcomed at last Tuesday’s monthly meeting of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council where they presented the elected representatives and officials with an excellent audio-visual presentation outlining the potential of the coastal area and seeking more encouragement and support for the Courtown-RiverchapelContinue reading “Courtown calls for Council support”
North Wexford prepares for summer season
By Dan Walsh Coastal matters were raised at last Tuesday’s monthly meeting of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council where members were keen to be fully prepared for the tourism season. A range of relevant topics were aired in the Chamber. Cllr Mary Farrell had questions about the beach and dune restoration programme at Morriscastle. She saidContinue reading “North Wexford prepares for summer season”
No vestige remains of Gorey heritage house
By Dan Walsh It was confirmed at last Tuesday’s monthly meeting of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council that the ruins of St. Waleran’s House at Ballytegan, on the outskirts of Gorey, and the associated out-buildings have been demolished. St. Waleran’s was destroyed in an outbreak of fire in June 2018 and the site of the ruinsContinue reading “No vestige remains of Gorey heritage house”
Gorey Local Area Plan extended by three years
By Dan Walsh at Gorey Chamber Due to a lack of resources at Wexford County Council the members of Gorey-Kilmuckridge Municipal District Council, at yesterday’s (Tuesday) March meeting, unanimously agreed to a three-year time frame extension to the Gorey Local Area Plan. Senior Planner at Wexford County Council, Diarmuid Houston, addressing the meeting in GoreyContinue reading “Gorey Local Area Plan extended by three years”
Call for improved dental services in Gorey
By Dan Walsh A call has been made to the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly TD in relation to a lack of dental services in North Wexford and the need for the HSE to evaluate the problem and take appropriate action. Cllr Joe Sullivan said it has come to his attention that there are onlyContinue reading “Call for improved dental services in Gorey”
Call for more Garda resources in Gorey
By Dan Walsh With the busy St. Patrick’s weekend approaching and significantly increased numbers anticipated in Gorey town and the coastal district and participating in the many activities planned a local councillor has called for extra resources for Gardaí in the North Wexford area. Cllr Andrew Bolger has called on the Department of Justice andContinue reading “Call for more Garda resources in Gorey”
Ballygarrett gets new water mains
By Dan Walsh Irish Water, in partnership with Wexford County Council, is replacing ageing, problematic water mains in Ballygarret to provide a more reliable water supply and reduce high levels of leakage. The works involve the replacement of approximately 2,300 metres of problematic water mains with new larger capacity modern pipes. The programme to replaceContinue reading “Ballygarrett gets new water mains”
Joe Dixon is Gorey’s Grand Marshal
By Dan Walsh in Gorey Ace photographer and community activist with Cycle Against Suicide, Joe Dixon is the Grand Marshal for the 2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Gorey on March 17th and he proudly accepted the honour at tonight’s launch held in Browne’s Lounge, The Parade, Gorey. This will be the first parade sinceContinue reading “Joe Dixon is Gorey’s Grand Marshal”
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