A 61-year-old man has appeared in court charged with possession of €10.6 million worth of cocaine. Michael Murphy, with an address in Co Waterford, appeared before a special sitting of Gorey District Court on Sunday evening. Detective Garda Sean Lane, of Waterford Garda Station, told the court that Murphy had been arrested in connection withContinue reading “Man, 61, charged with possession of €10.6m of cocaine at Gorey Court”
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Volunteers needed for Fleadh 2025
By Dan Walsh The 2025 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann takes place from August 3rd-10th in Wexford Town and preparations are coming together and before the official launch of the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, the Wexford Fleadh Executive Committee is calling on the people of Wexford to volunteer. Over 600,000 visitors are expected to visit WexfordContinue reading “Volunteers needed for Fleadh 2025”
Launch of ‘No Dogs Allowed’ campaign
By Dan Walsh Wexford IFA and Wexford County Council have launched the ‘No Dogs Allowed’ campaign 2025, urging dog owners to be responsible. The launch took place at Knocknagapple, Gorey. IFA Deputy President Alice Doyle said dog owners have to be confronted about their failure to take responsibility for the actions of their pets. “The devastationContinue reading “Launch of ‘No Dogs Allowed’ campaign”
Motion calls for advancement of N11-N25
By Dan Walsh at Wexford County Council meeting A motion calling for the advancement of the N11/N25 Oylegate to Rosslare Harbour project submitted by Cllrs Lisa McDonald, Garry Laffan and Ger Carthy received full support of the members at today’s monthly meeting of Wexford County Council held in the Council Chamber, County Hall. Cllr Carthy,Continue reading “Motion calls for advancement of N11-N25”
Returning to nature on church grounds!
By Dan Walsh The Wexford Parish Care for the Earth group and Wexford County Council Environmental Department staff, Cliona Connolly and Claire Goodwin met with Bishop Ger Nash and the Diocesan priests recently. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss a ‘Returning to Nature’ project for Wexford parishes. “Pope Francis’ Encyclical, Laudato Si’ On CareContinue reading “Returning to nature on church grounds!”
€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service
By Dan Walsh Meals on Wheels Gorey & Courtown has been awarded €50,000 from the Community Recognition Fund 2024 to purchase a brand-new electric van for its service! This funding is a testament to the compassion and inclusivity of the Gorey and Courtown/Riverchapel communities. It highlights the positive impact of embracing and supporting new neighboursContinue reading “€50,000 for Gorey & Courtown community service”
Pipe laying completed on €19m Enniscorthy water upgrade
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann is making significant progress on a €19 million investment to upgrade the Enniscorthy Regional Water Supply with pipe laying now complete. The project when complete will benefit more than 11,000 customers, ensuring a reliable and sustainable water supply for Enniscorthy and surrounding areas. Critical improvements to the scheme include upgrading theContinue reading “Pipe laying completed on €19m Enniscorthy water upgrade”
Enniscorthy sports facility is “envy of everywhere”
By Dan Walsh at Ross Road, Enniscorthy The sporting heritage found in Enniscorthy was enriched and celebrated today with the official opening of the new all-weather Astro pitch at Ross Road, Enniscorthy. Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government, James Browne TD performed the opening address. Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District Council, Cllr Aidan BrowneContinue reading “Enniscorthy sports facility is “envy of everywhere””
Don’t mention the IPAS Centre!
By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy Municipal Council monthly meeting Last Saturday an estimated 600 people marched through Enniscorthy town in opposition to the proposed IPAS Centre for the old Mercy Convent at Templeshannon. “The crowd would have been much bigger than it was had the weather been clear and dry,” said Cllr Jackser Owens atContinue reading “Don’t mention the IPAS Centre!”
BOIL WATER NOTICE FOR WEXFORD TOWN
By Dan Walsh Uisce Éireann has issued a Boil Water Notice to protect the health of approximately 22,000 customers in Wexford town supplied by the Newtown Water Treatment Plant with immediate effect. Following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE), this notice is issued as a precautionary measure due to the detection of cryptosporidium inContinue reading “BOIL WATER NOTICE FOR WEXFORD TOWN”
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