Unfortunately, Waterford lost another star last week when the great John/Don Duggan passed away to his eternal reward.A former...
Tales of the Tellurians
Will spirit of the law trump letter of the law?
Will spirit of the law trump letter of the law?
Waterford FC fans, and sports people in general, were upset and angered by a belated decision by Uefa not to allow the Blues to...
A beautiful book, especially for printers – young and old
A beautiful book, especially for printers – young and old
A good idea is a good idea and I’ve just read a very interesting and beautifully printed book that I wished had been written...
The ancient Romans loved sulky racing
The ancient Romans loved sulky racing
Now that the bright evenings are getting longer, racing sulkies, much loved by Travellers, are becoming more visible on our...
Just like The Queen, they were not amused
Just like The Queen, they were not amused
The Greek philosopher Plato once said that even the Gods loved jokes but for a while last week he was almost proved wrong.Our...
What’s going to happen to our Saint Anthony?
What’s going to happen to our Saint Anthony?
It is sad to think that the Franciscan Friary in Waterford may close. There are few if any vocations coming through and the four...
Tired? Get up as normal and nap during the day
Tired? Get up as normal and nap during the day
A recent survey found that, next to the weather, one of the most favourite topics of discussion among adults was sleep. The...
Broken Heart Syndrome is a very real condition
Broken Heart Syndrome is a very real condition
Sometimes, following the death of a person who had previously suffered a devastating bereavement, you will hear it said that...
Not a good idea to target elderly
Not a good idea to target elderly
Sometimes I am mystified how governments get all excited about ‘new ideas’ that are clearly contentious and bitterly resented by...
Clarification needed on the Mayoral issue
Clarification needed on the Mayoral issue
On Friday, May 24th, people in Waterford city and county will go to the polls where they will be asked to cast their votes on...
Good news for Knock Airport
Good news for Knock Airport
As we in Waterford wait anxiously to see whether or not we will get matching funds from the government to extend our airport...
David Walsh’s secret County hurling medal!
David Walsh’s secret County hurling medal!
Most people know who David Walsh is but, for the record, best selling author David is from Slieverue and is chief sports writer...
