Mr Moynihan said: 'In some local authorities historically some 80% of applications that Council receives for housing adaptations grants are incorrectly completed'

Cllr Barry said: 'There is no democracy in this chamber if you're not prepared to sell your political soul to argue the policies of Government party members'

The event saw over €160,000 in funds raised for four local charities this year

The Council will deliver a further 400 social homes by the end of 2026, to include affordable units and cost rental homes

The Fianna Fáil stalwart and long-time councillor has been elected for the mid-Waterford electoral district

'They’re basically saying that it’s the responsibility of the residents of these houses to repair a public sewer mains pipe'

Recently, local councillors voted for two council members to join the Tramore Town Centre Management Group, namely Cllrs Lola O'Sullivan and Blaise Hannigan.

The temporary repair consisted of a crowd control barrier strapped to the damaged section

The public are being asked for their views on a proposed development on O’Connell Street in Waterford City. Works involved include the refurbishment of a pair of terraced two‐bay three and four storey properties at No. 70 O’Connell Street and No.

Waterford City and County Council and BAM wish to advise that nighttime resurfacing works will take place on Abbey Road in Ferrybank from this Wednesday, June 11, to Friday, June 13.

At the May meeting of the Metropolitan District of Waterford City and County Council, councillors learned about the recording arrangements between the Council and local radio station, WLR FM.

'The amount of rubbish left at the dog bin on the slipway in Clonea, you’d need a small skip there every day to take it away'

'We are looking at how we can make savings but one of the problems is the containers only take a particular type of bag'

The Waterford News and Star submitted a series of Freedom of Information requests in response to concerns raised about homeless services

In a post on social media, they said dry vegetation can ignite and spread quickly, putting homes, wildlife and people at risk.

The payment was retained to ensure contractors came back to plant the trees

The plans drawn up by Dermot Bannon Architects were almost three times the size of the existing home in Dunmore East.

Waterford City and County Council are advising the public that the L6071 Ross Cross will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday, February 25 and 26. The road is being closed to facilitate resurfacing works, and diversions will be in place.

Councillor Barry said: "I don't think McGwire House is the right situation for them"

The agricultural slurry was dumped close to Mount Melleray 

There are two dog wardens for the entire county

The clean-up begins after the lifting of the status red weather warning

Crew unable to work on issues until red warning has passed

A number of areas will be affected by road works

The Mayor said everyone was shocked to hear he had passed away

Around 33% of Choice Based Letting offers are refused. That is according to Director of Services for Housing, Community and Emergency Services, Helena Dennehy, at this month’s plenary meeting of Waterford City and County Council in Dungarvan.

“I have representations on representations from people without drinking water, people without showering facilities"

City South Councillor John Hearne has called for stricter bylaws governing horse licensing.

Waterford City and County Council should have access to the Google Maps to ensure drivers are not “led astray.

The data was collected via a smart city data collection, operated by Three Data Analytics on behalf of Waterford City and County Council

Waterford City and County Council have reported a 2. 58% gender pay gap for 2024. The report, which was published recently, showed the median rate of pay was 5. 48% higher for women than men.

Signage is a pressing issue for Waterford councillors, particularly road signs and place notices

A controversial loan of €750,000 was approved by Waterford City and County Council for Mount Congreve at the Plenary meeting in Dungarvan

As the Plenary Council resumed last week for its first official meeting after the summer break, it didn’t come as a surprise to the Council Executive team to hear the concerns being raised by local councillors around the dangers of the N25

Mr McKeown said: "While Waterford City and County Council must take the lead, climate action requires the collective involvement of everyone"

Waterford City and County Council outlined its plans for the upkeep of Rice Bridge as residents of the surrounding areas become increasingly frustrated at the deterioration of its appearance and fear it may deter visitors on their approach to the city

A two-week extension of the closure of Abbey Road in Ferrybank has been granted by Waterford City and Council to BAM, which means the road closure will still be in place as the schools return from summer holidays

These dogs have been found wandering around different areas of Waterford recently and have been taken into the care of Waterford City and County Dog Shelter to keep them safe, but now it's time for them to find their new families

Next year is the 100th anniversary of the first important national plan by the Government to support the Irish language in a newly independent Irish Free State, and celebrations are already underway in the Déise with upcoming events this August

The plans for the development of the children's centre were revealed at a meeting of Waterford City Council in April 2024. 

Serious concerns have been raised around the flaws of the housing adaptation grants scheme for elderly and disabled people trying to make their living conditions more appropriate for their needs. 

Councillor Seamus Ryan requested clarification from the Council at the July Plenary meeting regarding the residential offering at the North Quays upon its completion along with the greenery available 

Cllr Ryan, with a grin, asked for clarification on the response as to whether it will mean he receives an update on the mobile library, or the mobile library...