By Dan Walsh at the National 1798 Rebellion Centre, Enniscorthy Historian James Quinn’s new book, Bloody Summer: A New History of the 1798 Rebellion, was officially launched by Dr. Kevin Whelan in a pleasant ceremony at the National 1798 Rebellion Centre, Enniscorthy, this evening. Unfortunately, the author has health issues and could not attend, however,Continue reading “Bloody summer of 1798 inspires new book”
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Conran’s Bar, Rathnure, is Best Local Pub 2025
By Dan Walsh Conran’s Bar in Rathnure has been named Best Local Pub in the South East region at the prestigious Irish Pub Awards 2025. Conran’s Bar is owned and operated by the Conran family, who are part of Wexford’s business and hospitality landscape for generations. The popular Rathnure pub has earned recognition for excellenceContinue reading “Conran’s Bar, Rathnure, is Best Local Pub 2025”
Good show by champion Martin Kehoe
By Dan Walsh Congratulations to veteran champion ploughman Martin Kehoe, Ballycullane, who finished 8th overall in the conventional class at the 70th World Ploughing Championships held in the Czech Republic last Friday and Saturday. Martin was part of Team Ireland following his success at the 2024 National Ploughing Championship which was his first national titleContinue reading “Good show by champion Martin Kehoe”
Wexford is celebrating Fleadh Cheoil 2025
By Dan Walsh at opening of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town For the second year in a row President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, formally inaugurated the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 during a ceremony held on the Gig Rig stage on Wexford Quay this afternoon. President Higgins, who was accompanied byContinue reading “Wexford is celebrating Fleadh Cheoil 2025”
Your guide to St Patrick’s Day 2025 Parades
By Dan Walsh The traditional St. Patrick’s Day parades are taking place across Co. Wexford, mostly on Monday, but two events will take place on Sunday – Rathgarogue and Fethard-on-Sea – but here is a list of the parades closest to you. RATHGAROGUE; This is the first ever parade in Rathgarogue and it takes placeContinue reading “Your guide to St Patrick’s Day 2025 Parades”
22 cameras for Enniscorthy CCTV project
By Dan Walsh Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has granted authorisation to progress with the Enniscorthy Town CCTV Project. The long-awaited news was officially announced at the December meeting of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council. A total of 22 CCTV cameras will be installed at different locations within Enniscorthy Town and the civil works are due toContinue reading “22 cameras for Enniscorthy CCTV project”
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