By Dan Walsh During Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, family and friends of the late Séamus MacMathúna gathered in Wexford Library to view the exhibition of his collection of music books, tutor books and Irish tune books donated to Wexford County Council Library Service and Archives. Originally from Coolree, Co. Wexford, Jimmy Mac as he wasContinue reading “Music book collection exhibition at Wexford library”
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“One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town
By Dan Walsh in Wexford town Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town has been described as “one of the great Fleadh’s of all time” and is universally acclaimed by visitors and locals alike as an outstanding success after more than 600,000 visitors filled the streets over the week-long celebration and injected €60 million intoContinue reading ““One of the great Fleadh’s of all time’ ends in Wexford town”
2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record
By Dan Walsh at Chadwicks Wexford Park History was made today at Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town as 2,516 musicians shattered the Guinness World Record for the most tin whistles played simultaneously. The successful record-breaking attempt took place at Chadwicks Wexford Park GAA Stadium this afternoon. Tunes played were The Boys of Wexford andContinue reading “2,516 tin whistles shatter the world record”
Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!
By Dan Walsh at the Fleadh in Wexford Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing on Day 3 (Tuesday) with a vibrant array of music, lectures, exhibitions, walking tours, award ceremonies, youth sessions, and more! Among a schedule jam-packed with diverse events and experiences, here are two highlights to look forward to thisContinue reading “Day Three at the Fleadh and what’s to come!”
Fleadh celebrations under way in Wexford
By Dan Walsh at the opening ceremony of Fleadh 2024 in Wexford Wexford is set to welcome an estimated 500,000 music lovers and 15,000 musicians to the welcoming South-East over the next 11 days and today (Sunday), President Michael D. Higgins opened the traditional music celebration of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 in Wexford townContinue reading “Fleadh celebrations under way in Wexford”
President Higgins to launch Fleadh 2024
By Dan Walsh in Wexford Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins will be in Wexford town on Sunday afternoon where he will officially launch Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 from the impressive Wexford Credit Union stage on Wexford Quay and get the festivities under way for a week-long celebration of Irish music, dance, song, storytellingContinue reading “President Higgins to launch Fleadh 2024”
Welcome for €8.7m Gorey project
By Dan Walsh Cllr Joe Sulivan has welcomed the allocation of €7 million funding from the EU Thrive programme towards the regeneration of Gorey’s historical Market House. There is already €1.7 million ring fenced at Wexford County Council be invested in this project bringing the total outlay in funding to be €8.7 million. Speaking toContinue reading “Welcome for €8.7m Gorey project”
Fleadh traffic management plan announced
By Dan Walsh An Garda Siochána and Wexford County Council have announced comprehensive details of the traffic management plan in operation for Wexford town during the eight days of Fleadh Cheoil nah Éireann from August 4th-12th.Speaking to WexfordLocal.com, Eddie Taaffe, Chairperson of the Fleadh Cheoil Executive Committee, said today; “Wexford County Council extends a warmContinue reading “Fleadh traffic management plan announced”
Enjoy swimming at Booley Bay
By Dan Walsh The DO NOT SWIM notices erected at Booley Bay Beach, near Duncannon, four days ago has been lifted. Wexford County Council this morning, in a statement, said; “The results of the repeat bathing water samples at Booley Bay fall within acceptable standards. Following consultation with the HSE, Wexford County Council is nowContinue reading “Enjoy swimming at Booley Bay”
Swimming ban at Booley Bay Beach
By Dan Walsh DO NOT SWIM notices have been erected at Booley Bay Beach, near Duncannon, after sampling conducted as part of Wexford County Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality showed elevated levels of bacteria. In a statement, Wexford County Council said; “Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do NotContinue reading “Swimming ban at Booley Bay Beach”
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