# waterford (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover waterford. Page: Feed: --- ## [MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Sligo Rovers FC 0-0 Waterford FC](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/21/match-highlights-sligo-rovers-fc-0-0-waterford-fc/) _2026-08-21 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Match highlights from the Showgrounds, as the Blues maintained their unbeaten run with a point on the road against Sligo Rovers in their SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division clash. ## [The day Tramore felt like home](https://www.munster-express.ie/the-day-tramore-felt-like-home/) _2026-08-21 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ There are racecourses, and then there are racecourses that feel like they belong to the people who live around them. I’ve been fortunate enough to spend plenty of time at some of the biggest meetings in the country and beyond. Cheltenham, Aintree, Leopardstown – magnificent venues, steeped in history, where the huge crowds can make \[…\] The post The day Tramore felt like home appeared first on The… ## [Twins refused bail in High Court](https://www.munster-express.ie/twins-refused-bail-in-high-court/) _2026-08-21 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ Twin brothers accused of assaulting a jogger in Waterford city earlier this summer were refused bail after applying to the High Court, it has been heard. Dale Brazil (31) of 14 Butterfield Drive, Mountneil Drive, Waterford city, and Derek Brazil (31) of 29 Knightsgrange, Lacken Road, Waterford, both appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton via video \[…\] The post Twins refused bail in High Court… ## [Road Closure on L4082 Cheekpoint Road](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/road-closure-on-l4082-cheekpoint-road/) _2026-08-21 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Road Closure on the L4082 Cheekpoint Road, from the R683 Passage East Road JCT to the L40821 Woodlands Avenue JCT from 31st August to 25th September. No through road, local access only for residents and to Jack Meades. Diversions in place. ## [Iarthar Phort Láirge i mBun Pinn](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/iarthar-phort-lairge-i-mbun-pinn/) _2026-08-21 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Tá Leabharlanna Phort Láirge ag lorg iontrálacha don chéad chnuasach liteartha dar teideal Iarthar Phort Láirge i mBun Pinn, ag ceiliúradh cruthaitheachta agus scéalaíochta áitiúla. Fáilte roimh fhilíocht agus ghearrscéalta ó scríbhneoirí seanbhunaithe agus ó scríbhneoirí nua as Iarthar Phort Láirge. Tá gradam ann freisin don dán nó don ghearrscéal is fearr faoi théama an … Continued ## [Waterford’s Derelict Sites](https://www.munster-express.ie/waterfords-derelict-sites/) _2026-08-21 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A freedom of information request submitted by The Munster Express has disclosed the details of Waterford’s dereliction situation. An exact number of derelict sites in each municipal district was requested, along with the amount owed in levies, and the number of CPOs currently being processed in each district. A CPO is a Compulsory Purchase Order \[…\] The post Waterford’s Derelict Sites appeared… ## [FAI Cup Quarter-Final Details Confirmed](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/20/fai-cup-quarter-final-details-confirmed/) _2026-08-20 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ The FAI have today confirmed our match details for next month’s Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup Quarter-Final against Sligo Rovers, with the game set to take place on Friday 4th September at the RSC. After overcoming Athlone Town in the Third Round of this years competition, Graham Coughlan’s side have been paired up with Sligo \[…\] ## [LEO supports local producers and makers for Harvest Festival](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/leo-supports-local-producers-and-makers-for-harvest-festival/) _2026-08-20 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Celebrating the local businesses who make great food and beautiful crafts, Local Enterprise Office Waterford has created a range of supports for its clients participating in this year’s Waterford Harvest Festival which takes place throughout the city from September 4th to September 6th. Selected, following a call for ‘expressions of interest’, ten Waterford businesses will … Continued ## [Statement from Chief Executive on passing of Marion O’Mara](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/statement-from-chief-executive-on-passing-of-marion-omara/) _2026-08-20 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Statement from Seán McKeown, Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council and Chair of Waterford Age Friendly Alliance. It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Marion O’Mara, a valued member of Waterford’s Age Friendly Alliance and a committed advocate for older people across our city and county. As Chairperson … Continued ## [MATCH PREVIEW: Sligo Rovers FC vs Waterford FC](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/20/match-preview-sligo-rovers-fc-vs-waterford-fc-7/) _2026-08-20 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ After three consecutive home games at the RSC, the Blues return to the road this Friday evening for an important trip to the Showgrounds as Graham Coughlan and his side take on Sligo Rovers in our final SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division meeting for the season, and we have everything you need to know ahead \[…\] ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/tXHnOwS6LB86) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [Tourist assaulted worker at train station](https://www.munster-express.ie/tourist-assaulted-worker-at-train-station/) _2026-08-20 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A Kildare man recently appeared in court for assaulting a worker at Plunkett Train Station while visiting Waterford city. David Kelly (33) of 21 Ardrew Fields, Dun Brinn, Athy, Co. Kildare, appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton at a sitting of Waterford District Court in July. He pleaded guilty to assault, contrary to Section 2 of \[…\] The post Tourist assaulted worker at train station appeared… ## [Nature Park blockade causes angst](https://www.munster-express.ie/nature-park-blockade-causes-angst/) _2026-08-20 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ Residents of Tramore awoke to an unexpected situation last Friday, when they discovered that the entrance leading from the Sand Dunes car park to the Nature Park had wooden planks nailed across it, barring the entrance. This section of land is reported to be privately owned, but is said to have a public right of \[…\] The post Nature Park blockade causes angst appeared first on The Munster Express . ## [Rice Bridge Single Lane Closure to facilitate night-works](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/rice-bridge-single-lane-closure-to-facilitate-night-works/) _2026-08-20 · Oisin Lacey · Waterford City & County Council_ Waterford City and County Council wishes to advise of the following single lane closure on Rice Bridge to facilitate works. On Wednesday, August 26th, a single outbound lane will be closed from 7.30pm to 12am (midnight). Traffic management will be in place, and motorists are advised to expect delays. Waterford City and County Council apologises … Continued ## [Waterford Libraries Launches Inaugural Literary Anthology](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-libraries-launches-inaugural-literary-anthology/) _2026-08-20 · Oisin Lacey · Waterford City & County Council_ Waterford Libraries is inviting submissions from literary artists across West Waterford for the inaugural edition of West Waterford Writes, a new literary publication celebrating the rich creativity, talent, and storytelling tradition of the region. The anthology will showcase a collection of original poetry and short stories by writers who are either from West Waterford or currently living …… ## [Derry City FC (H) Game Re-Scheduled](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/20/derry-city-fc-h-game-re-scheduled/) _2026-08-20 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ The League of Ireland have today confirmed that our SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division clash at home to Derry City has been given a new date next month. Due to our progression into the Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup quarter-finals, our home fixture against Derry City originally scheduled to be played Friday 4th September, will \[…\] ## [Leargán : Affordable Housing Open Evening](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/leargan-affordable-housing-open-evening/) _2026-08-19 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Waterford City and County Council will hold an open evening from 4pm to 8pm on Wednesday, September 2nd, providing an opportunity for interested purchasers to find out more about the new affordable purchase scheme at Leargán. These four-bed A-rates homes are located beneath the Comeragh mountains in the heart of Kilmacthomas, Co. Waterford. Available from … Continued ## [Harassing Calls](https://www.munster-express.ie/harassing-calls/) _2026-08-19 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ Waterford’s female councillors have been targeted by a campaign of harassing calls from an individual who has reportedly targeted around 70 women councillors nationwide. It is understood that the caller identifies himself as a child abuser, makes graphic descriptions, then threatens to commit more abuse if they do not continue to talk to him. These \[…\] The post Harassing Calls appeared first on… ## [Man jailed for rape of teenager](https://www.munster-express.ie/man-jailed-for-rape-of-teenager/) _2026-08-19 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A man was jailed recently for the rape and sexual assault of a teenager in the south east. The man, aged in his 50s, cannot be named to protect the identity of the victim involved. He appeared before Ms. Justice Caroline Biggs for a sentencing hearing at a sitting of the Central Criminal Court in \[…\] The post Man jailed for rape of teenager appeared first on The Munster Express . ## [Gardaí caught thief wearing stolen clothes](https://www.munster-express.ie/gardai-caught-thief-wearing-stolen-clothes/) _2026-08-18 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A Waterford man with 94 previous convictions has received a prison sentence for stealing over €150 worth of clothes. Daniel Cashin (34) of 76 Connolly Place, Waterford, appeared before Judge Kevin Staunton via video link at a recent sitting of Waterford District Court. He pleaded guilty to one count of theft, contrary to Section 4 \[…\] The post Gardaí caught thief wearing stolen clothes appeared… ## [Two Roses from Waterford](https://www.munster-express.ie/two-roses-from-waterford/) _2026-08-18 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ International Rose Of Tralee Festival 2026 There are 32 Roses and two of them are from Waterford, Cara Comerford and Rachel Keane. Waterford is represented by Portlaw native Cara Comerford, 21-years-old. She has been a member of the Mulcahy Bible School of Irish Dance since the age of four and is currently in her \[…\] The post Two Roses from Waterford appeared first on The Munster Express . ## [Non-Custodial Crypto Gateway (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cez4BXgyTv3G) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Accept multi-chain crypto, automated fee handling, and trustless escrow with real-time settlement. ## [FAI Cup Quarter-Final Opponents Revealed](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/18/fai-cup-quarter-final-opponents-revealed/) _2026-08-18 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ The Blues’ fate in this year’s Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup quarter-finals has been revealed, after the quarter-final draw took place this afternoon in FAI HQ in Abbotstown. The draw has paired the Blues up against fellow Premier Division opposition in Sligo Rovers, with the game set to take place at the RSC. The game \[…\] ## [Waterford Artist Group Mentoring Scheme 2026](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-artist-group-mentoring-scheme-2026/) _2026-08-18 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ The Arts Office is pleased to announce details of the ‘Waterford Artist Group Mentoring Scheme 2026’. This programme helps emerging visual artists with an existing practice in painting and/or drawing to make breakthroughs in their artistic practice by placing them into a cohort of peers and connecting them to established artists. The scheme is open to … Continued ## [Murder accused sent forward for trial](https://www.munster-express.ie/murder-accused-sent-forward-for-trial/) _2026-08-18 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A man charged with the murder of mother-of-three Yveta Donovalova in Waterford city earlier this year has been sent forward for trial. Tomas Marvanek (39) of 47 Grange Heights, Waterford city, was brought before Judge Mark O’Connell at Waterford District Court recently for a book of evidence to be served. He is charged with the \[…\] The post Murder accused sent forward for trial appeared first on… ## [Episode 3 of Podcast Season 3 – Graham Coughlan](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/17/episode-3-of-podcast-season-3-graham-coughlan/) _2026-08-17 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Joining us on episode 3 of our third season of the Waterford FC Official Podcast is none other than Waterford FC Head Coach Graham Coughlan, who sat down with host Tony Kelly to discuss Graham’s time at the Blues to-date. Graham discusses his experience in Waterford since his appointment in May, how the move came \[…\] ## [Cross-Current(s) Open Call: Artists & Creative Arts Therapists](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/cross-currents-open-call-artists-creative-arts-therapists/) _2026-08-17 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Building on two years of exploration of the relationship between Artists and Creative Arts Therapists through the Smiling Dog Initiative, this programme brings together artists (all disciplines) and Creative Arts Therapists to collaborate, connect and exchange ideas. This opportunity is open to artists and creative arts therapists who are based in or have a professional … Continued ## [Have Your Say on Waterford’s Biodiversity Action Plan 2026-2031](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/have-your-say-on-waterfords-biodiversity-action-plan-2026-2031/) _2026-08-17 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Waterford City and County Council is inviting members of the public to have their say on the Draft Waterford Biodiversity Action Plan 2026–2031. The draft plan is now open for public consultation and will guide the Council’s work to protect, restore and enhance biodiversity across Waterford over the next five years. It is Waterford’s second … Continued ## [FAI Cup Quarter-Final Draw Details](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/17/fai-cup-quarter-final-draw-details/) _2026-08-17 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Fresh from Friday night’s Club Orange Men’s Third Round 2-1 win over Athlone Town at the RSC, the Blues now look forward to discovering their quarter-final opponents, with the draw set to take place this-coming Tuesday. Taking place at 12:30pm on Tuesday (18th August) in FAI HQ in Abbotstown, the Blues are one of eight \[…\] ## [Sligo Rovers (A) Tickets on Sale](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/17/sligo-rovers-a-tickets-on-sale/) _2026-08-17 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ The Blues turn their attention back to league action this weekend, as Graham Coughlan’s side make the journey up to the north-west of Ireland to take on Sligo Rovers at the Showgrounds in our fourth meeting of the season, with away tickets now on sale for Waterford FC supporters making the journey to Sligo on \[…\] ## [MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Waterford FC Women 0-2 Galway United FC](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/15/match-highlights-waterford-fc-women-0-2-galway-united-fc/) _2026-08-15 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Match highlights from the RSC as the Blues fall to a 2-0 defeat against Galway United in their SSE Airtricity Women’s Premier Division clash. ## [MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: Waterford FC 2-1 Athlone Town AFC](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/15/match-highlights-waterford-fc-2-1-athlone-town-afc/) _2026-08-14 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Match highlights from the RSC as the Blues defeated Athlone Town by two-goals-to-one to progress into the quarter-finals of this year’s Club Orange Men’s FAI Cup. ## [Crush Every Threat in Real Time (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/pLxlA08VSM1Z) _2026-08-14 · **Sponsored**_ One agent for real-time detection, exposure tracking, and active defense. ## [MATCH REPORT: Waterford FC 2-1 Athlone Town AFC](https://waterfordfc.ie/2026/08/15/match-report-waterford-fc-2-1-athlone-town-afc/) _2026-08-14 · Killian McHale · Waterford FC | Official Site_ Waterford FC moved into the quarter-finals of the Club Orange FAI Men’s Cup after overcoming a spirited Athlone Town side 2-1 at the RSC, keeping alive hopes of lifting the famous trophy for the first time since 1980. The Premier Division outfit entered the tie as favourites but were forced to work hard for their victory by an Athlone side that battled throughout and threatened to take the contest… ## [Have your say on a greener, more inclusive William Vincent Wallace Plaza](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/have-your-say-on-a-greener-more-inclusive-william-vincent-wallace-plaza/) _2026-08-14 · Oisin Lacey · Waterford City & County Council_ Following investment from the Department of Local Government and Planning, Waterford City and County Council is pleased to announce that the William Vincent Plaza refurbishment will be led by landscape architects Áit Urbanism + Landscape, with Waterford-based DBFL as consulting engineers on the project. Originally developed as part of Waterford’s Millennium Projects, William Vincent Wallace …… ## [Rice Bridge Single Lane Closures to facilitate works](https://waterfordcouncil.ie/rice-bridge-single-lane-closures-to-facilitate-works/) _2026-08-14 · Conán de Paor · Waterford City & County Council_ Waterford City and County Council wishes to advise of the following single lane closures on Rice Bridge to facilitate mechanical works. Saturday, August 15th: Single outbound lane closed from 7.30am until 12pm Monday, August 17th: Single outbound lane closed from 9.30am until approx. 3pm Tuesday, August 18th: Single inbound lane closed from 10am until approx. 3pm Traffic management will be …… ## [Man recovering from shark bite in Waterford](https://www.munster-express.ie/man-recovering-from-shark-bite-in-waterford/) _2026-08-12 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ A man is recovering in hospital after being bitten by a shark in Ardmore, Co. Waterford yesterday (11 August). A spokesperson at the Department of Transport told The Munster Express that the Irish Coast Guard’s Marine Rescue Co-Ordination Centre (MRCC) in Dublin was alerted by a 999/112 call to an incident on a small fishing \[…\] The post Man recovering from shark bite in Waterford appeared first… ## [Solar Eclipse Watch in Waterford](https://www.munster-express.ie/solar-eclipse-watch-in-waterford/) _2026-08-12 · Munster Express · The Munster Express_ South East Astronomy will be a Solar Eclipse Watch held this evening (Wednesday, 12 August, 2026) at 6.00 pm at Hillview – a large public green off Cleaboy Road, Waterford (adjacent to Cleaboy De La Salle GAA Club). Eircode: X91 R603. This elevated site will provide clear views to the South & West along the \[…\] The post Solar Eclipse Watch in Waterford appeared first on The Munster Express . ## [On This Day (28 January) in Irish Weather History](https://weatheire.com/on-this-day/2026/01/28/on-this-day-28-january-in-irish-weather-history/) _2026-01-28 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ A timeline of notable weather events and extremes that have taken place in Ireland on 28 January throughout history. ## [Ireland’s path to cold in early February](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2026/01/26/irelands-path-to-cold-in-early-february/) _2026-01-26 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ As long as cold air remains firmly entrenched over the eastern half of the United States, the current weather pattern affecting Ireland is highly likely to persist. ## [Deep Cold – Will it or won’t it happen?](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2026/01/14/deep-cold-will-it-or-wont-it-happen/) _2026-01-14 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ As is often the case in winter, long range weather models maroon Ireland in a meteorological no man’s land, sitting between a mobile and milder Atlantic pattern and colder, more settled conditions to our east. ## [Mixed Weather Signals for Mid to Late January](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2026/01/07/mixed-weather-signals-for-mid-to-late-january/) _2026-01-07 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ From this weekend and through next week, Ireland and Britain will sit in a meteorological no man’s land between an energetic Atlantic to the west and deep cold over Scandinavia and north western Europe. ## [Cold snap triggers multiple weather warnings across Ireland](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2026/01/02/cold-snap-triggers-multiple-weather-warnings-across-ireland/) _2026-01-02 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ Met Éireann and the UK Met Office have issued a series of Status Yellow warnings as the first significant cold spell of the winter sets in. ## [Rainfall totals well below normal](https://weatheire.com/news/agriculture/2025/12/29/rainfall-totals-well-below-normal/) _2025-12-29 · Alan Murphy · WeathÉire_ Rainfall has been well below normal across the country over the past week, with the southwest seeing only trace totals, according to Met Éireann’s latest farming commentary. ## [Arctic air to sweep south as New Year begins](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2025/12/29/arctic-air-to-sweep-south-as-new-year-begins/) _2025-12-29 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ Ireland is heading into a much colder spell as the New Year approaches, with frost and ice becoming more common and a growing chance of wintry showers as temperatures fall. ## [Fine weather to persist through Christmas](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2025/12/23/fine-weather-to-persist-through-christmas/) _2025-12-23 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ A dry and increasingly bright spell of weather lies ahead over the coming week. ## [On This Day (23 December) in Irish Weather History](https://weatheire.com/on-this-day/2025/12/23/on-this-day-23-december-in-irish-weather-history/) _2025-12-23 · Mark Dunphy · WeathÉire_ A timeline of notable weather events and extremes that have taken place in Ireland on 23 December throughout history. ## [UK could be set for hottest year on record](https://weatheire.com/news/climate/2025/12/23/uk-could-be-set-for-hottest-year-on-record/) _2025-12-23 · Stephen Davis · WeathÉire_ 2025 is on track to be one of the warmest on record in the United Kingdom, according to provisional data from the Met Office, potentially surpassing 2022 to become the hottest year ever recorded.