Local Notes: Walking week, a night at the theatre for a good cause and history talks
Waterford Walking Week 2026 Ready to get moving, meet new people, and enjoy the fresh Tramore air?
The death has sadly occurred on Thursday, March 26, of Victoria Nash, late of Eustace Way, Minaun, Cheekpoint, Waterford.
Formerly of Saint Petersburg, Russia. Forever missed by all her loving family and friends.
“She came from distant Russian snow. To where the Irish rivers flow, In Waterford she made her place, with quiet strength and gentle grace.
"Her voice held echoes far away of colder skies and brighter days, yet here she warmed each heart she knew with kindness deep and spirit true.
"Though now she rests beyond our sight, her love remains, a guiding light.”
Victoria will be sadly missed by all her relatives, family and friends.
The Requiem Mass took place on Monday, March 30, in St. Nicholas Church, Faithlegg, at 10am, with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.
Condolences are extended to Victoria's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Friday, March 27 of Mrs Mary O'Neill (née O'Brien), Waterford City, Waterford / New Ross, Wexford Late of Passage Road, Waterford, formerly of New Ross, Co. Wexford.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Donal, daughter Áine, her parents, sisters Kay, Eileen and Eithne, and her brother Fr Gerard O’Brien.
She is survived by her loving sons Donal, Sean and Brian, grandchildren Shona, Tom, Clíodhna, Rachel, Katie and Jessica, great-grandchildren, sister Theresa (Tess), daughters-in-law Elaine and Frances, brother-in-law Joe, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Mary will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family and friends.
Requiem Mass took place in St. Joseph and Benildus’ Church, Newtown, Waterford, on Tuesday, March 31, at 10:30am.
Burial afterwards in St. Stephen’s Cemetery, New Ross, Co. Wexford.
Condolences are extended to Mary's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
The death has sadly occurred on Saturday, March 28, of Mrs Mary Thompson (née Jacob), Waterford City, Waterford, late of Water Street, formerly of Dominic Place, Waterford.
Predeceased by her beloved husband Johnny, her sister Carmel, brothers Christy, Geoff, Pakey and Tony, nieces Beverly and Patsy.
She is survived by her loving children, John, Susie, Linda, Caroline and Mandy. sadly missed by her seven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, sons-in-law Tom, Tony Davis and Justin, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Mary will be sadly missed by all her relatives, extended family and friends.
The Requiem Mass took place in St. Joseph and Benildus’ Church, Newtown, on Wednesday, April 1, at 10:30am.
Burial afterwards to St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ballygunner.
Condolences are extended to Mary's family, relatives and friends.
May she rest in peace.
Concert of hope in aid of Pieta featuring Adam Mernin, Dunmore East Christian Fellowship Choir, Daniel Mernin, John Stone, Katie & Molly Power, Karissa Thatcher, Mernin Brass Quartet, SETU Music School Guitar Ensemble, Waterford Indian Sangam in St Andrew’s Church, Dunmore East on Friday, May 1, at 8pm.
Tickets at 15 from John Palmer Music, Georges Street, Waterford –Costcutter, Dock Road, Dunmore East – Sean McGrath on 087 9384465.
Volunteer Meal-on Wheels drivers and relief drivers, can you spare an hour per week to deliver meals around the city, Monday to Friday, from about 11:15am to 12:15pm?
Please contact Paula at 051 874056 or email ladylanehouse1@gmail.com.
Join us every Wednesday morning for a delightful coffee gathering at the Benildus Parish Centre, right after the 10:30am Mass at St. Joseph & Benildus Church.
Everyone is welcome.
No booking required.
We look forward to seeing some new faces!
We are looking for volunteers to serve as readers at weekday Masses in St Joseph’s and St Benildus’ church. We are also seeking volunteers to help with flower arranging. Experience is helpful but not necessary: all are welcome to get involved. If you are interested, please contact the Parish Office.
Waterford Walking Week 2026 Ready to get moving, meet new people, and enjoy the fresh Tramore air?
Join us for our Explore Waterford Walk designed especially for over 55’s!
Three relaxed, enjoyable routes. All abilities welcome, Tramore – meeting at the car park opposite the Majestic Hotel on Tuesday, April 14, at 10am.
Bring a friend, have a chat, and soak up the scenery – we’ll even finish up with refreshments afterwards, €5pp (+ booking fee).
Book your place here now: https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../explore-waterford-tramore...
Don’t miss out – grab a buddy and get registered today.
Support services @solascancersupportcentre 051 304604 / info@solascentre.ie Free professional support services are available to those affected by cancer, their families and carers in the Waterford and West Waterford area.
A wide range of services are available, including counselling, art therapy, acupuncture, music therapy, reflexology Reiki, cranio sacral therapy, and life coaching.
One to one supports for children and adolescents.
Art therapy, music therapy, play therapy and counselling.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
Services are free of charge.
For enquiries, please feel free to call the Solas Cancer Support Centre on 051 304604 or email info@solascentre.ie.
Let’s talk scam spotting on Wednesday, April 15, at 3pm in Ardkeen Library with Sgt Deirdre O Neill.
Learn about common scams and online fraud and when to report to the Gardaí. Booking advised 051 849755.
Springtime choirs at Ardkeen library this April. The Solas Choir on Tuesday, April 14, at 7pm, with SETU Music Department refreshments from 6:30pm.
Everyone is welcome.
Cor Chroi Waterford HSE Staff Choir with Waterford Healing Arts on Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30pm, refreshments from 6pm.
Everyone is welcome.
Comeragh Active Retirement Knitting and Crochet Group. Meeting details: first and third Thursday of the month, from 2pm to 4pm in Ardkeen Library.
No need to book, all welcome.
Tuesday night Talk ’The Canadian Trial of the Century: the Story of Valentine Shortis with Cian Manning in Ardkeen Library on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30pm.
This is a free event, but booking is required on 051 849755 or ardkeenlibrary@waterfordcouncil.ie.
Refresh your wardrobe and find something new for you Europe Direct Waterford, Waterford Council's Climate Action Team and Waterford Libraries are coming together to organise a Clothes Swap on Wednesday, April 15, in Central Library, Lady Lane in Waterford City from 5pm – 6:30pm, with Clothes Drop Off from 11am onwards.
This is a free event, and all are welcome.
Book your spot at: https://www.eventbrite.ie/.../waterford-clothes-swap...
The Details - Bring up to five pieces of clean adult clothing (in good repair) to the library, between 11am and 5pm and swap them for a voucher for the same number of pieces.
The swap opens from 5pm, where you can browse the donated pieces and find out more about mending and bringing new life to your clothes.
The EU has a Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles to create a greener textiles sector.
The aim is a major shift inside the industry and among consumers, creating a whole new sustainable ecosystem for textiles by the end of this decade.
This event is also part of the Waterford Lifelong Learning Festival 2026.
The Arts Office, Waterford City and County Council, by kind permission of the Keane family, is now inviting entries for a previously unpublished short story for this year’s Molly Keane Creative Writing Award.
Apply online at https://waterford.submit.com/show/366 The closing date for receipt of entries is Friday, May 1, at 2pm.
Carbally Community Centre Martin Halley 5K Memorial Fun Run Run or walk with us on Friday, May 8, at Carbally Community Centre, Rathmoylan, Ballymacaw, Dunmore East, Co. Waterford X91 NW64.
Registration is at 6pm. Starting time: Walkers 7pm – Runners: 7:30pm timed event.
Entry fee €10 for runners, €5 for walkers, €15 for a Family. Children under 12 are free.
The event will be followed by the presentation of the medals at the Carbally Community Centre.
Tea and sandwiches will be available on the night. All proceeds will go towards further development of the Carbally Community Centre.
For further information, contact Eleanor – 085 1344403.
The Spinnaker presents a night with Penny Royal in aid of Carbally community centre on Saturday, April 11 doors open 7pm, DJ Peter till late, finger food and raffle on the night. Admission €12. Tickets available from committee members and in spinnaker, free bus back to town at end of night.
