Childcare Deserts Demand National Action | Waterford News

Waterford Remembers National Commemoration | Waterford News

Waterford honored its fallen heroes on National Day of Commemoration, as Minister Mary Butler, Mayor Liam Brazil, and Minister John Cummins joined in solemn tribute. Photographer Joe Evans captured the poignant moments, including Mayor Brazil laying a wreath, while Civil Defence members stood watch — a powerful reminder of community unity and national remembrance. Waterford News & Star continues to preserve these memories through photo archives and even photobooks, offering a lasting visual legacy of local history and civic pride. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/33e3f051073e6474

Human Waste Dumped at Family Playground | Waterford News

In County Waterford, a shocking act of vandalism saw human waste dumped on a playground slide at Portlaw Park—where kids play and families gather—forcing a frantic cleanup after a child came into contact with it. Local councillor Declan Clune blasted the incident on social media, calling it unacceptable and deeply disturbing for the community. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a1648cf0cd0d840f

Childcare Deserts Demand National Action | Waterford News

Childcare deserts are hitting Tramore—and Ireland—hard, with a 49% surge in demand, especially for toddlers. Parents are forced into unpaid leave, household stress soars, and women—especially migrant, Traveller, Roma, and parents of children with additional needs—are hit hardest. The National Women’s Council is demanding urgent government action, calling for a nationwide public childcare system to ensure every child gets care, no matter their background, and to finally level the playing field for gender equality. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ef59aebce70dd5bf

Fires Still Burning in Comeragh Mountains | Waterford News

Fires Still Burning in Comeragh Mountains | Waterford News

All Together Now Food Festival Unveiled | Waterford News

Get ready for All Together Now 2026 — where food takes center stage in a culinary explosion unlike any before. Feast on live podcasts, whiskey tastings, and epic debates at “The Kitchen Press,” plus wild eats like Irish chipper tributes, K-Pop noodle madness, and throwback 80s/90s food showdowns, capped off with a traditional céilí. Tang brings bold Middle Eastern flair with an Arabizi BBQ (profits go to Doctors Without Borders) and daily 100-person banquets with soul and disco vibes. And Borgo, Dublin’s Michelin-starred Italian gem, serves up a three-day, four-course Italian feast with wine and cocktails. This isn’t just a festival — it’s a full cultural immersion. More at waterford-news.ie. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f8a7c6f29cb3b841