Monday May 9th marked a milestone event for Waterford Volunteer Centre as Minister of State at the Department of Rural and Community Development with Special Responsibility for Community Development and Charities, Joe O’Brien, officially opened the centre in Waterford city. Minister O’Brien was instrumental in...
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Minister praises work of Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership pilot
Minister praises work of Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership pilot
Justine Dwyer Community safety is not just the responsibility of the gardai claimed Minister for Justice Helen McEntee whilst visiting Waterford City on Friday to officially launch the Waterford Local Community Safety Partnership pilot. The pilot Local Community Safety Partnership in Waterford is one of...
Clonea Power’s community hub
Clonea Power’s community hub
Kieran Foley The picturesque village of Clonea Power, situated at the foothills of the majestic Comeragh Mountains, is unquestionably one of County Waterford’s hidden gems. A landmark building within this charming village was recently renovated and the end result is testament to the determination and enterprising...
Principal Michael McHale retires after 30 years
Principal Michael McHale retires after 30 years
Teachers, former pupils, parents and Board of Management paid tributes to Ballyneale National School Principal Michael McHale following his retirement after 31 years. The event took place in the community hall, the original former school, on Friday 4th March. It was a poignant gathering of generations linked to the...
Transforming South Kilkenny
Transforming South Kilkenny
PICTURESQUE Piltown is certainly punching above its weight in terms of community spirit, pride of place and entrepreneurial activities. Although the village was bypassed in 2002 with the opening of the upgraded N24, Piltown has managed to retain a vibrant atmosphere combined with a quaint charm. Boasting a number of...
Butler welcomes €150 million for Rural Communities
Butler welcomes €150 million for Rural Communities
Justine Dwyer Rural communities in Waterford are to benefit from a €150 million package of supports to rejuvenate country towns and villages as announced by the Department of Rural and Community Development last week. Local Minister for Mental Health and Older People, Mary Butler TD, advised Waterford’s community...
Dunmore’s Christmas crafters
Dunmore’s Christmas crafters
Kieran Foley Looking for a Christmas gift with a difference? Then make your way to the impressive Christmas Craft Fair located in the picturesque setting of The Haven Hotel in Dunmore East. Since opening on Sunday November 28th, a large marquee containing stalls featuring locally crafted products has been attracting...
Marian Duggan honoured for service to the community
Marian Duggan honoured for service to the community
Mullinavat Community Centre Committee: Back row (left to right): Sean Lannon, Anne Matthews, Jim Fitzpatrick, Peter McDonald, Eamonn Donovan, Michael Reade, Tom Farrell and Marie Morrissey. Front row (left to right): Paul Mansfield (chairperson), Marian Duggan and Tom Duggan (treasurer) At a function in Mullinavat...
An enterprising village
An enterprising village
IT’S OFTEN said that a rising tide lifts all boats and there is perhaps no better example of this than the transformation which is taking place in the picturesque village of Kilmacthomas. Since the official opening of the Waterford Greenway in March 2017, the village has welcomed visitors from throughout Ireland,...