Monthly Archives: March 2020

Waterford City & County Council announces new COVID-19 measures

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Conan Power

In response to the Taoiseach’s announcement of Friday 27th March, Waterford City and County Council have implemented the following measures: With immediate effect from Monday 30th March 2020, all City and County Council offices are closed to members of the … Continue reading →

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Waterford Council takes the lead in joining together local organisations to assist citizens during Covid-19

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Conan Power

Dedicated community support helpline to be available from Monday At the instigation of Minister Murphy a Covid-19 Community Response Forum will be put in place for each City and County and co-ordinated by the Local Authority in each case. A … Continue reading →

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TICK TOCK – Reminder – the clocks go forward tonight

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Conan Power

TICK TOCK – REMEMBER, THE CLOCKS GO FORWARD TONIGHT AT 1AM And while we’re at it … here’s a little on Waterford’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower, originally called the Fountain Tower, is a renowned landmark in Waterford City. … Continue reading →

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REMINDER: 2020 Molly Keane Creative Writing Award

Posted on March 28, 2020 by Conan Power

Waterford City & County Council’s Arts Office is pleased to announce that it is currently accepting entries for the Molly Keane Creative Writing Award 2020, and has extended the deadline for entries until May 1st. Annually since 1998, to celebrate … Continue reading →

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Social Distancing the only community response to limiting spread of COVID-19

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Conan Power

Following a difficult week, we understand that the weekends may be a time for recreation and to get out of the house.  But now is a time we must follow national advice to cut all unnecessary journeys, to maintain social … Continue reading →

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Advice for dealing with Household Waste if you test positive

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Conan Power

Please follow the guidelines on MyWaste Ireland for handling personal or household rubbish, including how to properly maintain your bins. If you are tested COVID-19 postive, put all your personal rubbish (waste) such as gloves, masks, wipes, tissues etc. into … Continue reading →

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Service Update: Playgrounds now closed

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Conan Power

As part of government measures to slow the spread of Covid-19, Waterford Council has closed all of its playgrounds across Waterford City and County. We know spending time outdoors is good for our health but right now social responsibility is … Continue reading →

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New Public Lighting Specification

Posted on March 27, 2020 by Conan Power

Waterford City and County Council have prepared a public lighting specification as a means of ensuring that all public lighting projects meets relevant design and installation standards. The document is a guide for designers to implement best practice and provide … Continue reading →

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Advanced Notice – Road Resurfacing works in Poleberry

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Conan Power

Resurfacing works in Poleberry will commence on Monday 30th March to Thursday 2nd April 2020. Parking restrictions will be in place during working hours on those days. Local access will be maintained.

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