WLR News

Events in Iran, Venezuela, and Greenland have dominated news agendas recently - but how engaged are people in Waterford with these world affairs? WLR's Kieran Foley took to the streets to find out ... 

Bridie Griffin from Kilmacthomas has been reflecting on her remarkable life as she celebrated her 105th birthday on January 4th. Bridie spoke to WLR's Kieran Foley along with her granddaughter Laura. To listen to the full interview, click on the main image above. For the latest Waterford  News  and  Sport   ,  tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for new...

Numerous fundraising sea swims took place over the festive period across County Waterford, including one of the largest, the Michael Power Memorial Swim at Kilmurrin Cove. WLR's Kieran Foley attended and spoke to some of those involved.  To listen, click on the image above

Waterford people have been making their way home for Christmas from across the world, with Cork Airport in particular welcoming many Deise folk back to Irish soil. WLR's Kieran Foley made a trip to the airport this week to chat to some of those in the terminal.  To listen, click on the image above

2025 saw a huge emphasis on the supports available for men at Waterford's Solas Cancer Support Centre. Griffin Auctioneers in Tramore last week hosted a fundraising coffee morning for the centre. This event was also used as an opportunity to highlight the supports available for men. To listen, click on the image above

Active Travel measures being implemented in Kilmacthomas were discussed at length at last week's Comeragh District meeting of Waterford City and County Council.  The new changes have proved contentious in the local area, and a number of different councillors outlined their views at the meeting.  You'll hear from them in this report, as well as Senior Engineer Gabriel Hynes who responded...

A Mayoral Reception was hosted by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Seamus Ryan, on Tuesday 18th November in the Mayor’s Parlour, City Hall, for Waterford Community Gardaí. The event was in recognition of serving the people of Waterford by engaging with local groups, businesses, and organisations to promote and ensure community safety. WLR's Kieran Foley attended and spoke to some of t...

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Workplace Excellence. He began by speaking with Mary Connors who's a HR Director at Haleon.

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Visit Waterford Awards. He began by speaking with Críostóir Ó Faoláin, who is the Designated L...

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Retailer of the Year. He began by speaking with Will Lee, who is a Store Manager in Fitzgerald...

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for New Business of the Year. He began by speaking with Dinesh Lalvani from Euryka AI

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Marketing Excellence He began by speaking with Michael Griffin, who is the Director of Griffin...

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Food, Beverage and Hospitality. He began by speaking with Judit McNally, who is the owner of C...

The Waterford Business Awards 2025 are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Excellence in Innovation He began by speaking with Ken McGrath, who is the Director at Ashleig...

The Waterford Business Awards are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of those shortlisted for Environmental and Sustainability. He began by speaking with Elaine Crotty, who is the Account Manag...

The Waterford Business Awards are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of Business of the Year category for companies with up to 20 employees. He began by speaking with Irina Duane, who is the Ow...

Caroline O'Byrne recently opened new accommodation just outside Kilmacthomas on the Waterford Greenway. She already runs 'Reflexology by Caroline' and the new accommodation, 'Robin's Rest', is part of her aim to create a wellness space. She speaks to Kieran Foley about living in and doing business in the flourishing Kilmacthomas area. To listen, click on the image above.

The Waterford Business Awards are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of Business of the Year category for companies with up to 20 employees. He began by speaking with Sarah Brandon, who is Co-O...

The Waterford Business Awards are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, and today it is the turn of Business of the Year category for companies with up to 100 employees. He began by speaking with Ian Fahey, an Operations...

The Waterford Business Awards are fast approaching, with the big night taking place on November 14th. There are 12 categories in total, with three businesses shortlisted in each. WLR’s David Farrell has been speaking with all of those in the running, beginning with the Business of the Year category for companies with over 100 employees. He began by speaking with Steven Tubritt, General Manager at...

As we've been hearing on WLR recently, some major developments are planned for the Kilmeaden area in County Waterford.   The Kilmeaden Community Development Plan 2025 was officially launched by the newly formed Kilmeaden CommunityNetwork at the weekend. An event was held at Ballyduff Community Hall to mark the launch, and WLR's Kieran Foley went along to speak to some of those in attenda...

The 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Mercy Nuns in the Parish of Kilmacthomas was celebrated last Wednesday, September 24th. A full day of events took place on Wednesday, and WLR's Kieran Foley went along to find out more.  To listen, click on the image above For the latest Waterford  News  and  Sport ,  tune into WLR News on the hour and download the WLR App for ne...

Waterford diabetic Liz Murphy spoke to Maria McCann on The Saturday Cafe about living with Type 1 diabetes and her decision to begin using an insulin pump. Liz has lived with diabetes since the age of 13. To listen, click on the image above 

Pupils at schools across Waterford have been settling back into, or starting, school life this week. WLR's Kieran Foley visited Kilmacthomas Primary School to speak to fifth and sixth class students as they begin the new school year.  To listen, click on the image above 

Autism Support Dungarvan is continuing to engage in various efforts to help families in West Waterford and collaborate on different projects. WLR's Kieran Foley recently caught up with the group at Dungarvan Rugby Club where another initiative was being embarked upon. He began by speaking to Chair of Autism Support Dungarvan, Faith Tutty.  Click the image above to find out more!