By Dan Walsh at Enniscorthy James Browne T.D. Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government and Jennifer Murnane O’Connor T.D., Minister of State at the Department of Health with special responsibility for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, performed the official opening of St. John’s Community Activity Garden at Enniscorthy this evening. MinisterContinue reading “St John’s Community Activity Garden opens”
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‘Do Not Swim’ warning at 4 Wexford beaches
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted ‘Do Not Swim’ notices at four Wexford beaches, namely Ballyhealy, Ballymoney, Cullenstown and Morriscastle. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the beaches. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issueContinue reading “‘Do Not Swim’ warning at 4 Wexford beaches”
New maritime monument at St Kearns, Saltmills
By Dan Walsh A new maritime monument featuring the propeller of the SS Portláirge which is Ireland’s last operational steam-powered dredger, has been unveiled by Saltmills & St Kearns Community Group as a contribution to National Heritage Week. The propeller, salvaged in 2023, was permanently installed and officially launched on the Shore Road, overlooking BannowContinue reading “New maritime monument at St Kearns, Saltmills”
‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted “Do Not Swim” notices at Ballymoney Beach, Gorey, Co. Wexford. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the Beach. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do not swim” warningContinue reading “‘Do Not Swim’ at Ballymoney Beach”
Yola language revival in Rosslare district?
By Dan Walsh A project promoting Yola language awareness seeks local Rosslare Municipal District groups for storytelling workshops. Funded by Wexford County Council through the Creative Ireland programme, this project has already engaged with groups of people from the area including Tagoat School, St. Mary’s National School, the Brigin Section of Piercestown Girl Guides, volunteersContinue reading “Yola language revival in Rosslare district?”
€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford
By Dan Walsh North Wexford – South Wicklow Fine Gael TD Brian Brennan welcomed €309,457 in funding for Wexford outdoor recreation projects announced Thursday under the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme. The eight projects announced include enhancement works on walking and cycling trails, improvements to signage, provision of parking and trail furniture, improvements to accessibility andContinue reading “€309,457 for outdoor projects in County Wexford”
Swimming prohibited at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy beaches
By Dan Walsh Wexford County Council has posted “Do Not Swim” notices at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy Beaches, Co. Wexford. The latest sampling conducted as part of the Council’s normal monitoring of bathing water quality, showed elevated levels of bacteria at the Beaches. Following consultation with the HSE, it is necessary to issue “Do NotContinue reading “Swimming prohibited at Rosslare Strand and Ballyhealy beaches”
Courtown and Riverchapel Town Plan
By Dan Walsh in Courtown A draft copy of the Courtown and Riverchapel Town Centre First Plan went to public consultation at the Tara Vie Hotel, Courtown, on Monday, and there was strong interest in the 48-page comprehensive document that is in its early stage. Town First Regeneration Officer at Wexford County Council, Mick McCormackContinue reading “Courtown and Riverchapel Town Plan”
Record 800,000 attended 2025 Wexford Fleadh
By Dan Walsh at Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann 2025 in Wexford town After eight sun drenched days of song, story, dance, ceol agus craic, friendship and nostalgia for all ages, Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2025 ended with a colurful fireworks display from the Fleadh Harp on Wexford Harbour late on Sunday night. The Fleadh willContinue reading “Record 800,000 attended 2025 Wexford Fleadh”
Enniscorthy Patron Day traffic plan
By Dan Walsh Enniscorthy will be busy on Sunday with the annual Patron taking place at St. Mary’s Cemetery and Enniscorthy Cemetery at 3pm. An Garda Siochána say that a one-way traffic system will be in operation. All parking will be in Quarry Park and the field adjacent to the new cemetery- access from BlackstoopsContinue reading “Enniscorthy Patron Day traffic plan”
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