The Cathaoirleach of Enniscorthy Municipal District, Cllr John O’Rourke hosted a civic reception for a delegation from Blacktown City, a suburb of Sydney Australia, in Enniscorthy Castle on Friday evening, 25th August 2023.    The Civic Reception included the signing of a ‘Sister City Agreement’ between Enniscorthy Municipal District and Blacktown City Council - committing each Council to officially recognizing both Vinegar Hills in commemoration events as well as a commitment to fostering new connections across the areas of tourism, sport, arts and culture.    

Wexford County Council is working with consultants Urban Scale Interventions to create a heritage-led regeneration plan for Enniscorthy and we need your input!
A public consultation event will be held during National Heritage Week in Market Square, Enniscorthy, details of which can be found here:

Enniscorthy heritage-led regeneration plan - public consultation | National Heritage Week 12 – 20 August 2023

Thursday, 3 August 2023 – Uisce Éireann, working in partnership with Wexford County Council, has announced that works to provide an essential upgrade to the sewer network in Enniscorthy will commence next week. The upgrade will greatly improve the water quality in the River Slaney through the decommissioning of an existing outfall pipe, which will benefit homes and businesses in Co Wexford’s second largest town. 

Press Release 24/07/2023

The Emergency Department (ED) in Wexford General Hospital (WGH) successfully opened, as planned, today, from 09:00. Only five months after a fire caused significant damage in large parts of the Hospital building.

The ED service reopening is a significant day for the staff and management at the hospital. It also comes as a great relief to the people of Wexford. 

Interested in the future of Duncannon Fort?

After more than 500 years of use, adaption and redesign, it is time for the next chapter in the Fort’s impressive history.

Join us for a public engagement event to share your views on the potential future uses of this historic site.

Thursday 3rd August 2023 11am - 1pm and 3-7pm and Friday 4th August 2023 11am -1pm at the Duncannon Community Centre.

Uisce Éireann, in partnership with Wexford County Council, is delighted to announce the delivery of a free online Water Conservation Clinic to Wexford businesses on Thursday, 27 July. With water being such a precious resource, this initiative aims to equip businesses with the necessary tools and knowledge to become more efficient, sustainable, and environmentally conscious.
 

We are delighted to announce that Phase 1 (New Ross to Glenmore) of the South East Greenway, a scenic 6km route, will open to the public on Tuesday 25th July 2023 at 2pm. 

Start from the Greenway car park in Rosbercon or from the car park at Glenmore roundabout and be one of the first to officially walk, cycle, run or even skate on the Country’s newest Greenway! 

Don’t forget to share your photos of your first visit on Social Media!

Wexford Borough District now invites applications for support funding under the Shopfront Improvement Scheme 2023. This scheme supports works (e.g. painting, refurbishment, repair) that enhance the appearance of shopfronts and business premises in Wexford Town and district and that help to create a more inviting and attractive streetscape.