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Waterford launches first plan for Outdoor Recreation
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-launches-first-plan-for-outdoor-recreation/
Published: June 12, 2026 14:15
The Waterford Outdoor Recreation Plan 2026–2030 was launched by Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Seamus Ryan, accompanied by Minister of State John Cummins TD, with elected members, representatives from local and national agencies, outdoor…
Mayor of Waterford Upholds Centuries-Old Maritime Tradition of ‘Reclaiming the Waters’
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/mayor-of-waterford-upholds-centuries-old-maritime-tradition-of-reclaiming-the-waters/
Published: June 12, 2026 13:12
On June 10th, Mayor of Waterford Metropolitan District, Cllr. Adam Wyse, participated in the historic tradition of ‘reclaiming the waters’ aboard the Irish Naval Service vessel LÉ James Joyce. The ceremony traces its origins to 1626, when King Charles I…
Progress Report Highlights Strong Delivery of Waterford City and County Council’s Corporate Plan
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/progress-report-highlights-strong-delivery-of-waterford-city-and-county-councils-corporate-plan/
Published: June 12, 2026 09:48
At the June Plenary Council meeting, Waterford City and County Council Chief Executive, Sean McKeown, presented a progress report on the implementation of the Council’s Corporate Plan 2024–2029. The Corporate Plan serves as the local authority’s strategic…
Waterford’s North Quays Project Reaches Major Milestones as Next Phase of Development Approaches
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterfords-north-quays-project-reaches-major-milestones-as-next-phase-of-development-approaches/
Published: June 12, 2026 08:20
The North Quays Project Team presented a progress update at the June Plenary Council meeting, highlighting significant milestones achieved across the development and outlining the next phase of works scheduled over the coming 18 months. Sean Dobbs, Senior…
Dungarvan/Lismore elects new Cathaoirleach and Leas Cathaoirleach
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/dungarvan-lismore-elects-new-cathaoirleach-and-leas-cathaoirleach/
Published: June 10, 2026 13:18
At a Special Meeting of the Dungarvan/Lismore District Council, held on 8th June in the Council Chambers, Civic Offices, Dungarvan, Cllr. John Pratt was elected Cathaoirleach (Chairperson) of the district for the 2026/2027 term. Cllr. Thomas Phelan was…
Ground-breaking Archaeological Dig Seeks to Shine Light on Ireland and Norway’s Shared Viking Past
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/35820-2/
Published: June 10, 2026 08:30
A sod turning event marking the opening of a targeted excavation at the Woodstown Viking Site took place on Monday, June 8th, as a team of archaeologists from Ireland and Norway work together to uncover more of our shared Viking past. With the support of…
Minister Dara Calleary TD visits Waterford to open key Rural Regeneration and Outdoor Recreation Projects
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/minister-dara-calleary-td-visits-waterford-to-open-key-rural-regeneration-and-outdoor-recreation-projects-2/
Published: June 9, 2026 12:55
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, visited a range of Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF), Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) and Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) projects across…
Minister Dara Calleary TD visits Waterford to open key Rural Regeneration and Outdoor Recreation Projects
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/minister-dara-calleary-td-visits-waterford-to-open-key-rural-regeneration-and-outdoor-recreation-projects/
Published: June 9, 2026 12:53
Minister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht, Dara Calleary TD, visited a range of Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF), Town and Village Renewal Scheme (TVRS) and Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) projects across…
Reminder : June 10th, Waterford and the Great Governing Charter of 1626 explored
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/reminder-june-10th-waterford-and-the-great-governing-charter-of-1626-explored/
Published: June 9, 2026 08:27
In 1626, the city of Waterford was granted a new charter by King Charles I. Known as the Great Governing Charter, it confirmed all previous charters and privileges granted to the city, which had been removed by his father James I, whose accession in 1603…
Waterford climbs the ranks as Ireland’s Cleanest City
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-climbs-the-ranks-as-irelands-cleanest-city/
Published: June 8, 2026 14:01
Once again Waterford has emerged as Ireland’s Cleanest City in the Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) Anti-Litter League 2026. The city ranked 4th out of 40 cities and towns, a jump of two places from the previous survey, and was classed as Cleaner than…
Comeraghs Wild Festival Launches Full Programme for a Summer of Music, Culture and Adventure in Waterford
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/comeraghs-wild-festival-launches-full-programme-for-a-summer-of-music-culture-and-adventure-in-waterford/
Published: June 8, 2026 12:28
The Comeraghs Wild Festival 2026 has officially launched its full programme, unveiling a wide-ranging celebration of music, landscape, storytelling, heritage,  outdoor recreation and community taking place across the Comeragh region of County Waterford…
Blackfriars Abbey receives Community Monument Funding
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/blackfriars-abbey-receives-community-monument-funding/
Published: June 5, 2026 08:43
Waterford City and County Council has received €100,000 funding from the Community Monument Fund (CMF) for the continuation of phased repairs works to Blackfriars Abbey on Conduit Lane. The Dominican priory of St. Saviour was established by 1230 within the…
Maintenance works at Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/maintenance-works-at-kilbarry-civic-amenity-site/
Published: June 3, 2026 12:10
From Monday, June 8th to Wednesday, June 10th management and maintenance works will be undertaken at Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site (X91 X97R) The purpose of these works is to carry out repairs to the leachate and waste collection systems to ensure compliance…
Mayor Ryan welcomes Labour Party Leader Ivana Bacik TD to Waterford
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/mayor-ryan-welcomes-labour-party-leader-ivana-bacik-td-to-waterford/
Published: June 2, 2026 12:15
Labour Party Leader Ivana Bacik TD visited Waterford today, where she was welcomed to City Hall by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Séamus Ryan. During her visit, Deputy Bacik met with Mayor Ryan, Deputy Mayor Cllr. John Pratt, Cllr. Thomas…
Waterford City and County Council Expands EV Fleet with Introduction of Electric Heavy Goods Vehicle
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-city-and-county-council-expands-ev-fleet-with-introduction-of-electric-heavy-goods-vehicle/
Published: May 29, 2026 15:12
Waterford City and County Council has further expanded its electric vehicle (EV) fleet with the addition of a new fully electric heavy goods vehicle (HGV), marking another significant step in the local authority’s transition to low-carbon transport…
Irish Construction Excellence Awards
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/waterford-refurbishment-wins-national-construction-excellence-award-for-29-the-glen-project/
Published: May 29, 2026 12:31
Since its launch in 2014, the Irish Construction Excellence Awards has recognised and celebrated the originality of projects that demonstrate excellence in the built environment. Waterford City and County Council took home the Fit-Out/Refurbishment Award…
Make Way Day 2026
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/make-way-day-2026/
Published: May 29, 2026 08:53
Today (May 29th) is Make Way Day 2026 Make Way Day is a campaign that brings disabled people and the wider community together to consider the needs of disabled people in the public spaces we all share. The initiative is led by the Disability Federation of…
‘Oh my Cookies’ wins LEO Pitch Perfect competition
https://waterfordcouncil.ie/oh-my-cookies-wins-leo-pitch-perfect-competition/
Published: May 28, 2026 09:06
Oriana Ramirez with her business ‘Oh my Cookies’ is the successful 2026 Waterford Pitch Perfect business. The announcement was made by Gareth Evans, Head of Enterprise, Local Enterprise Office Waterford. ‘Oh My Cookies’ creates New York style cookies,…