A boil water notice has been issued for Coolgreaney Public Water Supply in North Wexford
Antigen tests agreed for primary school children
Parents of school children will be sent free antigen tests in the post from today.
SER Sports Hour Sunday 28th November with Aidan Delaney
With Declan Ruth, Kylie Murphy, Edel Kennedy and Stephen Quinn of Wexford Youths, John Meyler, Rory Jacob and Paper Tuesdays
Sinn Fein say fuel allowance is not going to help with rising heating costs
The party’s spokesperson on Social Protection, Claire Kerrane says there needs to be a discretionary fund set up to tackle utility debt.
No serious illness found in South African patients with Omicron variant
A South African GP says patients, who tested positive for the Omicron variant, have largely been presenting with mild symptoms.
Rosslare Europort records one of the busiest days in history this month
Saturday 13th of November saw almost 1,000 units of freight travel through the ferry hub according to the port’s General Manager Glenn Carr
Pettits send out warning against fake online Christmas competition messages
A fake Supervalu account is messaging people to say they have won a special competition but Pettits say they are not in charge of the account
Hospital cases falling as chemist calls for vaccine changes to take on Omicron
3 fewer cases of Covid 19 have been recorded locally at Wexford General Hospital while Leonie Grant says we have a base for new vaccines
Domestic violence victims spending up to 6 months looking for new homes
Pauline Ennis from the Wexford Women’s Refuge says the current accommodation crisis is having a hugely devastating impact on service users
New Ross ready to embrace its Norman history
New Ross Town and District is gearing up to embrace its Norman Heritage like never before
Neighbouring counties have both highest and lowest rates of covid
County Carlow has the highest rate of Covid-19 in the country while Wicklow has the lowest
Pfizer Covid vaccine approved for 5-11 year olds by EU regulators
NPHET is meeting today and are discussing mask use in primary school but It’s not expected more widespread restrictions will be recommended
Nearly 6,000 HSE staff aren’t at work due to Covid related leave
The Executive says it’s a big concern for the health service, and they haven’t seen this level of absence since late January.
Wexford Carer of the Year calls for vaccine booster priority for carers
Elaine Smith from Bridgetown found it difficult to look after her daughter Lucy after seeing essential services and supports impacted in 2020
Duncormick landmark Sammy Sinnott’s sold at auction for €257,000
The bar has been a huge draw for the area for centuries and it’s believed the new owners intend to keep the building in the hospitality trade
Objections from other family members lead to Andrew McGinley’s RTE cancellation
The grieving father was due on the Late Late Show in October, but was dropped from the line-up at the last minute.
Wexford company releases tips for shopping safely online this Christmas
ESET Ireland have published an online blog with tips on how you can avoid the shopping blues while buying presents for loved ones.
Councillor Jim Codd calls for more hospital beds.
Councillor Codd points out that in 2001 we had 22,500 beds in the hospital system. Today we have only 14, 200.
Wexford and Wicklow have lowest rates of covid
Westmeath, Louth and Carlow have the highest rates of Covid-19 in the country.
More resources needed for weight related issues – Murphy
A new Irish-researched obesity drug has been hailed as a major breakthrough.
Lack of teaching staff reaching crisis point
The Irish National Teachers Organisation says 500 trainee-teachers a week being made available to substitute classes would relieve some pressure due to absenteeism.
Jackser calls for the re opening of covid test centre in Enniscorthy.
Councillor Owens says even with the vaccine he felt he had a cold and did an antigen test which showed positive.
Covid highlights shortage of substitute teachers in Wexford.
Up to seven teachers have been on sick leave due to covid and here is a shortage of substitute teachers to cover sick leave.
Wexford IFA joins national protest against climate targets in Dublin
The Irish Farmers Association says government policy is about ‘reducing production and adding cost’ in agriculture.
Youths are ready to take the fight to Shelbourne in the FAI Cup Final
The game will be live on South East Radio with Liam Spratt and Lizzy Kent bringing you all the action from the decider.
Vaccine passports can give the wrong impression with false certs on the go – Hynes
Gardai have warned that fake Covid passes are sold online and anyone caught with one could face a €2,000 fine and/or a month in prison.
SER Sports Hour Saturday 20th November with Aidan Delaney
With reaction from Oulart The Ballagh and Kilrush’s camogie final wins, Stephen Quinn and Kylie Murphy and Lisa Egan of Adamstown Boxing
Lack of substitute teachers could lead to a return to online learning
There are concerns that full time online learning may need to be reimplemented with virus levels so high right around the country.
Scheduled surgeries cancelled at Wexford General after Covid rise
There are 11 cases of the virus on site, that’s 2 fewer than yesterday but there remains 4 of those cases in Intensive Care.
150 bed nursing home unit planned for Crosstown area
The proposal has been made by LHM Property Holdings who are looking to “provide additional options for elder care” in the South East.