Kyle Butler

Waterford

Broadcast Journalist at WLR FM

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In pictures: Thousands illuminate Waterford for Darkness into Light

4 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

News In the early hours of Saturday morning, around 3,000 people gathered in Waterford City to take part in the annual Darkness into Light walk, a moving event in support of Pieta House. As dawn broke, participants, dressed in bright yellow, made their way through the city’s streets and along the quays.
Waterford Council records positive balance for 2024 despite overspend on festivals and Mount Congreve

6 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

The financial position of Waterford City and County Council continued to improve in 2024. There was a surplus of €313K achieved, which increased the cumulative general reserve to €472,000. 2023 was the first year since the Merger in 2014 that there was a positive general reserve reported. Overall income increased by €24 million to almost €204 million in 2024 versus 2023, a 13.5% increase. The figures were broken down at yesterday's Plenary sitting of the local authority in Dungarvan.
Uisce Éireann working to restore water supply in Ballybeg

6 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Uisce Éireann crews are working to restore normal water supply to homes and businesses in Ballybeg following a significant burst to a trunk main. Customers in Ballybeg and surrounding areas may be impacted by water supply disruptions. Expert water service crews are on site, carrying out the required repair works. Repairs are expected to be complete later today, with updates being provided as repairs progress.
Gardaí issue warning following spate of vehicle break-ins in Waterford City

6 days ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Gardaí are investigating overnight vehicle break-ins between May 5th and 6th in the Ballygunner, Grantstown, and Williamstown areas of Waterford City. Over thirteen vehicles were reported to have been broken into between Monday and Tuesday. This local surge in vehicle break-ins reflects a broader national trend. In 2022, over 4,000 vehicles were reported stolen in Ireland.
New adult ADHD team to be based at Waterford's John’s Hill Primary Care Centre

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Adults with ADHD in the South East will soon benefit from a new dedicated support team, following confirmation that Waterford will host the regional service. The team will be based at the John’s Hill Primary Care Centre and serve individuals across Waterford, Wexford, Carlow, Kilkenny, and South Tipperary. The service will include a multidisciplinary team made up of a Consultant, Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Nurse Specialist, and administrative support.
Major Garda crackdown on Waterford roads underway, targeting drink and drug driving

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

A heavy Garda presence has been reported across roads in Waterford today as part of a targeted crackdown on drink and drug driving. This operation is part of ongoing efforts by An Garda Síochána to improve road safety and reduce incidents involving impaired drivers. Several checkpoints have been set up at various locations across Waterford City and County, and motorists are being urged to never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Lack of youth mental health service in Waterford criticised by Sinn Féin

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Sinn Féin TD Waterford TD Conor McGuinness has said it is an “absolute scandal” that Waterford remains the only city in the state without access to a Jigsaw youth mental health service and that the entire southeast region continues to be left behind. Deputy McGuinness was speaking following a meeting in Leinster House that he and fellow Sinn Féin TD David Cullinane held with representatives from Waterford Comhairle na nÓg.
John Coleman Appointed as New Waterford FC Manager

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Waterford FC has confirmed the appointment of John Coleman as their new manager. The 62-year-old arrives with an impressive managerial experience spanning over 1,200 games, having taken the reins at English Football League clubs including Accrington Stanley, Gillingham, and Rochdale. Coleman also has prior experience in the League of Ireland from a short stint with Sligo Rovers, and now returns to Irish football at an exciting time for the domestic game.
Active Travel Enhancements Begin in Dungarvan as Part of Sustainable Transport Push

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

Active travel improvements to Shandon Road in Dungarvan have been officially marked, following the completion of a project to improve safety and accessibility for all road users. The upgrades were delivered by Waterford City and County Council and funded by the National Transport Authority. The upgrades include safer, more accessible footpaths, improved parking regulations, and traffic-calming measures—developments that the local community has widely welcomed.
Kilmeaden Event Aims to Stamp Out Rural Crime with Property Marking Initiative

1 week ago | wlrfm.com | Kyle Butler

This Saturday, May 3rd, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, the Tiarlán Country and Farmlife store in Kilmeaden will host a community-driven property marking event aimed at deterring rural crime. Organised by Muintir na Tíre and coordinated by Ned Kearney, the initiative encourages farmers and rural residents to bring along valuable equipment, such as tools, trailers, and machinery, for on-site branding using their driving licence number.