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The man's body was brought to the RNLI station at Ceann Heilbhic

Body of missing kayaker found off Waterford coast

The body of a man in his 60s who was reported missing after going kayaking off the Co Waterford coast yesterday has been found.

Munster • 13 Aug 24

Rescue 117 is taking part in the search for the kayaker (file photo: Irish Coast Guard Rescue 117)

Search launched for kayaker missing off Waterford coast

A search is under way for a kayaker missing off the coast of Co Waterford. The kayaker left Ceann Heilbhic in Dungarvan at 11.40am this morning but failed to return to shore.

Ireland • 12 Aug 24

John Treacy, who won silver in the marathon in 1984 Los Angeles games and will launch the exhibition, pictured posing for a portrait (Pic: Luke Currall)

Exhibition to showcase work of Irish Olympic artists

Artists who represented Ireland at the Olympic Games will be the focus of a new exhibition opening in Co Waterford next week.

Munster • 17 Jul 24

The road where the collision occurred is closed (Stock image)

100th road death of year as woman, 70s, dies in Waterford

A woman in her 70s has died following a collision involving a car and a lorry near Dungarvan, Co Waterford this morning.

Ireland • 09 Jul 24

The Co Waterford festival highlights the nature, heritage and history of the mountain range and its hinterland

Comeraghs Wild Festival celebrates 10th anniversary

An open-air concert in historic and picturesque surroundings is among the highlights of this year's Comeraghs Wild Festival which is celebrating its tenth anniversary.

Munster • 07 Jul 24

The All-Ireland Championships coincide with the 50th anniversary of the invention of the Rubik's Cube

Over 250 people to compete in Rubik's Cube championships

Sleight of hand and speedy co-ordination will be the key elements on display this weekend for the latest edition of Ireland's annual Rubik's Cube championships.

Munster • 05 Jul 24

Sergeant William Doyle was found guilty at Waterford District Court

Community service for garda sergeant convicted of assault

A garda sergeant has been ordered to complete 80 hours of community service after being found guilty of assault and of attempting to pervert the course of justice.

Courts • 05 Jul 24

Vandals targeted the 'crease' or focal point of the cricket pitch, used by the Vikings club at their facility on the outskirts of Waterford city

Investigation after Waterford cricket pitch damaged

A Waterford-based cricket club hit by vandalism at the weekend has said it will cost thousands of euro to repair the damage caused to its grounds.

Munster • 01 Jul 24

The incident occurred on the R680 Cork Road

Second boy dies after e-scooter, bus crash in Waterford

Two boys have died following a collision between a bus and an e-scooter in Waterford in the early hours of this morning.

Ireland • 28 Jun 24

The man was taken to Cork University Hospital where he was treated for serious injuries

Pedestrian dies ten days after being struck by truck

A pedestrian seriously injured in a road collision in Co Waterford ten days ago has died as a result of his injuries.

Munster • 19 Jun 24

Man dead after minibus-car crash in Co Waterford

A man in his 60s has died after the minibus he was driving was involved in a collision with a car in Co Waterford this evening.

Munster • 07 Jun 24

Emergency services went to a home near the town of Dungarvan where a child was found unresponsive

Gardaí treat child's death as a 'tragic accident'

Gardaí say they are treating the death of a child found unresponsive in her home in Co Waterford last night as a "tragic accident".

Munster • 07 Jun 24

Students taking part in the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival's Discover Opera programme in Co Waterford

Waterford opera festival aiming to spark new interest

One of the ongoing aims of the people behind the Blackwater Valley Opera Festival in Co Waterford is to reach out to sections of the community where opera might otherwise remain unknown and try to spark some interest.

Munster • 30 May 24

William Doyle is a sergeant at Waterford Garda Station

Garda Sergeant in court over alleged assault of suspect

A Garda Sergeant has appeared at Waterford District Court over allegations of assault and attempting to pervert the course of justice.

Courts • 04 May 24

The cradle centrepiece was presented to Mayor Ivie Mackesy and his wife Hester Maria Strangman on the birth of their baby daughter in 1879

Family of 19th century Waterford Mayor donate artefact

Family members of a 19th century Mayor of Waterford are today presenting a silver ornamental cradle which was given to their ancestor over 140 years ago to the Waterford Treasures Museums.

Regional • 23 Feb 24

Matthew Healy's body was found last Friday

'Lives shattered' by tragic death of Matthew Healy

Prayers were said last night in a local church for the parents and family of Matthew Healy, the six-year-old boy who died after being found unresponsive in a car near Dunmore East area last Friday.

Ireland • 13 Feb 24

Matthew Healy's body was found after emergency services were alerted to an incident on Friday

Gardaí hoping to interview woman linked to boy's death

Gardaí investigating the death of six-year-old Matthew Healy following an incident at Rathmoylan in Co Waterford on Friday are hoping to interview the woman arrested in connection with the boy's death today or in the coming days.

Ireland • 12 Feb 24

Matthew Healy was discovered after emergency services were alerted to an incident yesterday

Vigil held for boy, 6, who was found dead in Co Waterford

A prayer vigil has taken place for a boy who died following an incident at Rathmoylan in Co Waterford early Friday morning.

Ireland • 11 Feb 24

A car is removed from Rathmoylan, Dunmore East, Co Waterford, where police are investigating the death of a six-year-old boy whose body was found in a car

'Immense grief and sorrow' at death of six-year-old boy

A woman has been arrested following the death of a six-year-old boy in Co Waterford.

Ireland • 09 Feb 24

Gardaí said a number of items were stolen, but have since recovered the machete and bicycle they believe was used in the incident

Man with machete threatens staff in Waterford robbery

Gardaí in Waterford are appealing for witnesses to a robbery yesterday evening.

Regional • 11 Jan 24

Described as sparkling with history and natural treasures, the New York Times notes the Waterford's 'cobblestone core' and 'a new digital trail [which] brings the past to life'

Waterford makes NYT's '52 places to visit' list

Waterford has been listed as one of the New York Times' 52 places to visit in 2024.

Ireland • 10 Jan 24

Bishop William Lee has died at the age of 82

Former Bishop of Waterford and Lismore dies age 82

The death has taken place of Bishop William Lee, the former head of the diocese of Waterford and Lismore.

Munster • 05 Jan 24

The incident happened in the Newtown area of the city on the Dunmore Road last night

Taxi driver injured after car hit by tree during storm

A Waterford taxi driver was treated in hospital after a tree fell on his car last night during stormy weather.

Weather • 28 Dec 23

The new station at Bonmahon is designed to serve the coast guard and the public for decades to come

€5.2m coast guard station opens in Waterford

A new €5.2 million coast guard station has been officially opened on the Waterford coast to help 18 volunteers continue providing a vital emergency service.

Munster • 11 Dec 23

'Complex criminal investigation' into 'smishing' texts

€1.2m in cryptocurrency seized in major fraud operation

€1.12 million in cryptocurrency has been seized as part of a national and international investigation into money laundering and fraudulent text messages.

Ireland • 21 Nov 23