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Irish Independent
10-06-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Public invited to share their views on Wexford's water quality at community information meetings
The first of these will be held in Clonroche Community Hall on June 17 at 7 p.m. with the second in Craanford Community Hall on June 26 at 7 p.m. The community information meetings are being held to to encourage as much engagement as possible with all stakeholders right across the community, including key agencies, special interest groups, voluntary, public and private sectors. Along with LAWPRO and Wexford County Council's Climate Action and Environment Section other key agencies involved in protecting and restoring the quality of our natural waters are being invited to participate so there will be opportunities for the public to ask questions and talk to members from these agencies. LAWPRO working on behalf of Ireland's 31 local authorities to protect and restore good water quality in rivers, lakes, estuaries, ground and coastal water, under the River Basin Management Plan for Ireland carries out work in areas identified as having poor water quality called Priority Areas for Action (PAA) to support targeted water quality improvements with other stakeholders. Ahead of the public meeting, Anthony Coleman, Director of Services with LAWPRO said, 'As we continue our work in the Slaney catchment area and begin implementation of the new Water Action Plan we would like to take this opportunity to welcome members of the public to come along and find out more about what's happening in their local waterbodies and river catchments. 'We hope to engage as many people as possible at this meeting in Wexford because public participation and support is key to achieving water quality improvements. We would also like to thank all those whether in a voluntary or paid capacity, working in their local areas to help make a difference to their natural waters and the biodiversity that live in and around them.' Commenting on the upcoming meetings, Eamonn Hore, Director of Services with Wexford County Council said, "Clean and healthy water is vital for our environment, our communities, and our future. These public meetings are a great opportunity for people to learn more about the collaborative work underway to protect and restore water quality across Wexford. We encourage everyone; residents, farmers, business owners, and community groups to attend and have their voices heard.'
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Irish Independent
Wexford motorists can expect ‘delays and disruption' as investigative works are carried out on New Ross bridge
Motorists in New Ross can expect significant delays and disruptions when using O'Hanrahan Bridge next month as investigative works are carried out in advance of a larger project next year. Beginning in late June, there will be diversions in place on the bridge for four weeks while Wexford County Council (WCC) engineers begin preparing for rehabilitative works which will lead to a three-metre walkway being installed. 'This is good news but it'll cause great disruption,' said director of services for the New Ross Municipal District (NRMD) Eamonn Hore. 'Investigations will be carried out for the extension works which will see a three metre walkway installed on the Dunbrody side of the bridge, there will be significant traffic delays and disruptions." Explaining that the works had been timed to coincide with the end of the Leaving Cert so that no students will be impaired by the delays, Mr Hore said the full works on the bridge would start in 2026 and, once complete, would see the new walkway aligned with the greenway and active travel scheme in New Ross.
Irish Independent
18-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
New sign supports New Ross' rich heritage
On May 7, the New Ross Municipal District unveiled the sign which is preserving the town's rich heritage while also supporting its Destination Town status. The unveiling was attended by New Ross Municipal District council members, Deputy Chief Executive Eamonn Hore and District Manager, Alan Fitzhenry. Mr Fitzhenry said: 'Following on from the restoration and planting of the old New Ross Town Crest Sign at the Rosbercon side of the bridge last year, we have now repaired and restored the second sign that originally sat on the town side of the bridge. 'This has been fitted at the Oaklands Roundabout and planting around the sign is to follow in the coming weeks. It's great to see this piece of New Ross history back in public view and we think it makes for a warm welcome to town from the Wexford side. Thank you to our own district workers, Gatecraft and S. Doyle Painting for their lovely work on this project.' The restoration of the sign reflects the town's commitment to honouring its past while looking forward to the future. The refurbished sign stands as a proud welcome to residents and visitors alike, symbolising New Ross's timeless charm and forward-looking vision.
