Back in business after fire safety concerns
MOST of the businesses in the Enterprise Block in Gorey Business Park which were forced to close just before the Bank Holiday weekend over fire safety concerns, have reopened.
Engineer warns sewer collapse may reoccur
A collapsed sewer brought part of Enniscorthy to a standstill and engineers have warned that there could be more of the same on the way.
€7.5m revamp for St Aidan's school
Education in Enniscorthy has received a €7.5 million shot in the arm with news that St. Aidan's primary school is to be given a major overhaul. Work is set to begin before the end of the year clearing out the old prefabs and bringing the campus up to date.
Wexford Chamber seeks commitment that town centre rates won't increase
WEXFORD Chamber has called on the government to guarantee that commercial rates in town centres do not increase as a consequence of the abolition of those town councils whose rates are lower than their surrounding counties.
Call for funds to fix dangerous road
A CALL has gone out for funding to make safer one of the most dangerous stretches of road in the country.
Man not guaranteed free legal aid
A man appearing on a burglary charge without professional legal advice in the District Court last week was assigned Enniscorthy solicitor Caitriona Walsh, but was not guaranteed free legal aid.
'Talk to Tom' service reports big demand for counselling
THE GOREY-based Talk to Tom charity, which was set up to tackle the growing concern about suicide, said that the latest figures for the suicide rate in Wexford are 'worrying.'
Judge hears social welfare cash woe
When Judge Gerard Haughton asked a young man in court last week howcome he was getting only €100 a week in Social Welfare, the reply was 'because that's all they are giving me'.
11km/h over limit
A motorist who drove at just 11 km/h over the speed limit has been hit with a one-year disqualification, after he failed to appear in Wexford District Court last week.
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Suzuki slips into harbour while man launches boat
A TRIP to Courtown Harbour on Sunday morning proved costly for one sunseeker as his Suzuki vehicle slipped into the harbour as he launched a boat.
Paddy got the phone call that every parent dreads
SOME time ago, Paddy Demery got a phone call that is every parent's worst nightmare.
Man in driving seat had drink taken
A TWO-year driving ban and a €300 fine were imposed at Gorey District Court last week on Peter Kirwan (21) of Millands, Courtown, after he was charged with being drunk in charge of a vehicle at Clonattin Lower, Gorey, on May 1, 2011.
Black car linked to spate of burglaries
THE SPATE of burglaries in North Wexford continued last week, with five separate houses targeted last Wednesday, and an aggravated burglary at Ballytegan on Wednesday night.
Death crash
No plea was offered last week in the case of a young motorist facing a charge of dangerous driving causing death.
Byrne lashes out at D'Arcy over stance on Seanad
SENATOR Michael D'Arcy, who once called for the Seanad to be abolished, but who then came a Senator himself after losing his Dail seat, said this week he will leave it to the people to decided whether or not the Seanad survives.
Fr. Sinnott's golden jubilee
THE CHURCH of St. Colman, Ballindaggin, was packed to capacity on Sunday evening as the local community and visitors gathered to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of local Parish Priest, Fr. John Sinnott.
€7.5m revamp for St Aidan's school
Education in Enniscorthy has received a €7.5 million shot in the arm with news that St. Aidan's primary school is to be given a major overhaul. Work is set to begin before the end of the year clearing out the old prefabs and bringing the campus up to date.
Man not guaranteed free legal aid
A man appearing on a burglary charge without professional legal advice in the District Court last week was assigned Enniscorthy solicitor Caitriona Walsh, but was not guaranteed free legal aid.
Engineer warns sewer collapse may reoccur
A collapsed sewer brought part of Enniscorthy to a standstill and engineers have warned that there could be more of the same on the way.
Suzuki slips into harbour while man launches boat
A TRIP to Courtown Harbour on Sunday morning proved costly for one sunseeker as his Suzuki vehicle slipped into the harbour as he launched a boat.
SVP donation sees man's drugs case struck out
A sum of €100 sorted out a prosecution under the Misuse of Drugs Act at the District Court on Wednesday.
Man in driving seat had drink taken
A TWO-year driving ban and a €300 fine were imposed at Gorey District Court last week on Peter Kirwan (21) of Millands, Courtown, after he was charged with being drunk in charge of a vehicle at Clonattin Lower, Gorey, on May 1, 2011.
Classroom boost for Saint Cormac's as 'prefabs out'
Boolavogue NS is set to benefit from a campaign to remove prefabs from schools. Government Chief Whip Paul Kehoe confirmed yesterday (Monday) morning that St. Cormac's is one of 46 schools – along with Scoil Mhuire at Coolcotts in Wexford – which was included in the latest allocation of €15 million.
Black car linked to spate of burglaries
THE SPATE of burglaries in North Wexford continued last week, with five separate houses targeted last Wednesday, and an aggravated burglary at Ballytegan on Wednesday night.
Byrne lashes out at D'Arcy over stance on Seanad
SENATOR Michael D'Arcy, who once called for the Seanad to be abolished, but who then came a Senator himself after losing his Dail seat, said this week he will leave it to the people to decided whether or not the Seanad survives.
Lar was a truly gifted sportsman
One of the town's great sporting legends has been lost to Enniscorthy with the recent death of Lar Rigley from Patrick Street. The former hurler passed away suddenly while in the care of St. John's Hospital, at the age of 69.
HSE warns that memorials to victims may lead to tragic consequences for others
Sporting and community organisations are being urged not to dedicate games or other events to members who have taken their own lives.
Billy leads boxers to two European golds
IT WAS YET yet another triumph for Billy Walsh and the Irish boxers, as for the third time in the last three years they finished in second spot in the rankings table behind powerhouse Russia at the European Championships.
Under-14 girls contest plate final in Limerick
THE WEXFORD Schoolgirls Under-14 squad travelled to University of Limerick recently and after a very competitive tournament, the girls did the league proud by reaching the Plate final for the second year in a row.
Templeudigan's future in doubt
AFTER DECADES of success at World, All-Ireland, Leinster and County level, Templeudigan Handball Club stands on the verge of extinction after the failure to elect a committee to run the club for the remainder of 2013.
Maria aims for stint in Europe
KILMORE TEENAGER Maria Byrne has her sights set on Europe following an exciting win at Tattersalls International Horse Trials in Meath.
Orchard team unveils new information sign
THE FINISHING touches were put to Gorey's Heritage Orchard, with the installation of an information sign at the site last week. Now all they need are apples!
Cancer scares inspired Peadar to set up his eco-friendly business
THREE SERIOUS cancer scares made Gorey resident Peadar Rice (36) take a look at his lifestyle, and the chemicals to which his body was exposed.
Matt steps down from union post after 32 years
Thirty-two years of service came to an end as Matt O'Connor from Glenbrien stepped down as Enniscorthy branch secretary of the Communication Workers Union. But the family will remain very much connected with the post as the departing trade union officer handed over to his son Padraig O'Connor.
Help 'FAB' volunteers to get garden job done
VOLUNTEERS are ready, willing and able to get stuck into designing and creating new gardens at the FAB Community House in Ferndale.
Council fetes high achievers
From grizzled veterans to emerging champions, Enniscorthy paid tributes to its sporting and cultural high achievers.
Owens urges public to look after street following vandalism attack on trees
High jinks are believed to have been responsible for damage to one of the 15 trees growing in Enniscorthy's Rafter Street.
Letting it all hang out for summer!
WITH the Sunny South East finally living up to its name, with a long awaited rise in temperatures, the Town Council has decided the time is right to bring an extra splash of colour back to the streets of Gorey.
Tributes paid to Red Cross volunteers for long service
VOLUNTEERS with the local Red Cross who have served the organisation for more years than they care to remember, were feted at a special ceremony in Camolin recently.
Export seminar
ENTERPRISE Ireland is holding a 'Get Export Ready' seminar in Wexford County Council offices on Monday June 17 from 9 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
Childhood obesity a 'first world problem'
Cheese ads will have to carry a health warning from September onwards. Under new legislation, there will be restrictions on advertising to children, where there will be a warning not to eat more than 28 grams of cheese each day.
Local food producers hand out samples for Tesco homegrown treats
SHOPPERS in Tesco Gorey were certainly given plenty of food for thought as local and Irish suppliers dished out samples of their produce.
Two workmates win Paul Funge painting
TWO local work colleagues were announced as the winners of the valuable Paul Funge painting. Their names were drawn out by Joe Funge, who represented the Funge family which donated the painting to Gorey School of Art.
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Gorey dancers win spot on TV
DANCERS with the Caroline L. Fleming Academy of Irish Dance in Gorey were delighted recently to be selected from thousands of auditions to dance on TG4's 'An Jig Gig'.
Art school students put their talents on display
VISITORS to the end of year Art Exhibition at Gorey School of Art were left in no doubt about the calibre of students that spent the past year studying and developing their craft at the School.
'A Dragon's Tale' wins Listowel prize
Fergal O'Byrne from Palace West near Clonroche won the Listowel Writers' Week full length play award in Kerry last week with his 'A Dragon's Tale'. He collected a cash prize for his creative efforts and can now look forward to the play being professionally staged in Kerry, probably in November.
Festival's music line-up is not a hit with everybody
THE ANNOUNCEMENT of Crystal Swing as one of the main acts in this year's Gorey Market House Festival has met with mixed reaction, but Gorey Town Clerk Amanda Byrne explained that they're trying to provide something for everyone.
Amusement arcade
PERMISSION has been granted for a new Family Leisure and Amusement Centre in Gorey town.
Wexford Day will be great for families
Children will enjoy free entry into many of the county's major tourist attractions on Sunday, June 23 to celebrate 'Wexford Day.'
