The Wexford council worker who was killed in Storm Eunice has been remembered as 'quiet', 'selfless' and a 'rock of good sense'.
The incident happened in the Ballythomas area, close to the Wicklow border.
The funeral of 58-year-old Billy Kinsella took place in Ballyfad this afternoon, where President Michael D Higgins was represented by his aide de camp.
Fr Richard Lawless says all Billy's good work in life came to a sudden end last Friday morning.
Wicklow Engineering Firm Builds Success with EY Entrepreneur of the Year Nomination
LMH Engineering in Arklow providesteel and modular solutions, including in-house design, engineering, modelling, manufacturing and installation.
Over 12,000 Learner Drivers In Wicklow Reflects A National Crisis According To Road Haulage Association
IRHA have criticised the RSA's 'mismanagement', noting that there are 394,128 total learner permits nationally, an increase of 12,257 in six months.
Endeavour Awards Recognise Those Making Bray Special
The awards have been a hallmark of community recognition since 1981. Who will win tonight?
Business Leaders & Personalities Gather To Outline Temporary Alternative To Push Cliff Walk Reopening
Reopening the Bray–Greystones cliff walk could see a temporary alternative route put in place as a means by which to end its five-year closure, after plans were presented to councillors at a public meeting in Greystones last night
Beyond The Pale Pre-Sale Tickets Go Live As Wicklow's 'Boutique' Festival Reveals Headliners
Beyond the Pale festival in Wicklow, after last year’s cancellation scare, is set for June 12–14, 2026, at Glendalough Estate. Organisers, now partially managed by FUEL, have confirmed headliners Caribou, Soulwax, and Father John Misty, with more music, comedy, and theatre acts to be announced. The festival will also continue its charity hike, Beyond The Trail, supporting Dublin Simon Community. Pre-sale tickets start November 20, with general release the following day, priced from €219 for adults, with family discounts and instalment plans available
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