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Dungarvan Observer The Dungarvan Observer is County Waterford's leading newspaper for news, sport & entertainment since 1912.

The Dungarvan Observer circulates from its base in Dungarvan throughout County Waterford into East Cork and South Tipperary. We are the longest established newspaper in County Waterford. It is a weekly full colour newspaper, published every Wednesday morning, catering for a wide range of ages, from schoolgoing to the more mature adult.

23/09/2025

MEWP Training (Scissors and boom), Working at Heights
o 31st October @ 8am
o Modeligo, Dungarvan
for more info call 058-21753

Another very newsworthy week this week – so don't forget to pick up your copy of the Dungarvan Observer.
19/09/2025

Another very newsworthy week this week – so don't forget to pick up your copy of the Dungarvan Observer.

Do Not Consume Notice Issued for Ballyogarty Public Water SupplyFriday, 12 September 2025: Following consultation with ...
12/09/2025

Do Not Consume Notice Issued for Ballyogarty Public Water Supply

Friday, 12 September 2025: Following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE), Uisce Éireann has issued a Do Not Consume Notice for all customers on the Ballyogarty Water Supply.

This notice has been issued to protect the health of approximately 576 customers due to elevated levels of naturally occurring Arsenic in the water.

Please note this is not a Boil Water Notice. Boiling the water is not a suitable measure to make the water safe to consume. It is especially important that mains drinking water is not given to bottle-fed infants.

The notice applies to all areas supplied by Ballyogarty Public Water Supply including Ballyogarty, Graigueshoneen, Cooltubrid East and areas of Kilmacthomas including Union Road, Hillside Crescent, Hillside Close and Cruachán View.

A map of the Ballyogarty Water Supply is available on www.water.ie

James Joyce of Uisce Éireann has assured affected customers that all efforts are being made to lift the notice as soon as possible.

“Uisce Éireann understands the impact a Do Not Consume Notice has on the community, and we can assure impacted customers that we are working to lift the notice as quickly and as safely as possible,” said James.

This water should not be used for

Drinking
Drinks made with water
Food preparation, washing or cooking of food,
Brushing of teeth
Making of ice
Children under 12 months old should not drink this water
Children under 12 months old should not drink this water. This water should not be used for making up infant formula for bottle-fed infants. An alternative source of water should be used. Bottled water can also be used to make up infant formula. All bottled water, with the exception of natural mineral water, is regulated to the same standard as drinking water. It is best not to use bottled water labelled as ‘Natural Mineral Water’ as it can have high levels of sodium (salt) and other minerals, although it rarely does. ‘Natural Mineral Water’ can be used if no other water is available, for as short a time as possible, as it is important to keep babies hydrated.
If bottled water is used to make up infant formula, it should be boiled once (rolling boil for 1 minute), and cooled in the normal way
A ready-to-use formula that does not need added water can also be used.
Domestic water filters will not render water safe to drink
Caution should be taken when bathing infants to ensure that they do not swallow the bathing water
Discard ice cubes in fridges and freezers, and filtered water in fridges

What can you use water for?

The water can be used for personal hygiene, bathing, flushing toilets, laundry and washing of utensils.
Uisce Éireann will continue to liaise with the Health Service Executive with a view to lifting this drinking water restriction as soon as practicable.

Alternative Water Supplies will be in place later this evening at Kilmacthomas GAA Club. The alternative water supply will be replenished daily. Customers are reminded to use their own containers when taking water from the tanker and to boil water before consumption as a precautionary measure.

Uisce Éireann is committed to keeping customers informed across multiple platforms 24/7 and we encourage customers to engage with us through our website, X channels and , on Facebook and LinkedIn and through our customer care helpline which is open 24/7 on 1800 278 278.

Uisce Éireann also has a free text service, providing real-time updates for local issues. Customers can sign up with their Eircode and mobile number at www.water.ie

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Hard to believe it's mid September already and all the schools are settling back with new entrants beginning their journey. If you're out and about this weekend, don't forget to pick up your copy of the Dungarvan Observer.

Catch up on all the latest news, sport and a beautiful selection of debutantes ball photographs in this week's issue of ...
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Catch up on all the latest news, sport and a beautiful selection of debutantes ball photographs in this week's issue of the Dungarvan Observer – in the shops now!

Best of luck to all the students now back to school and those starting college. Don't forget to pick up your copy of thi...
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Best of luck to all the students now back to school and those starting college. Don't forget to pick up your copy of this week's Dungarvan Observer while out and about!

Best of luck to all receiving their Leaving Cert results today and good luck for the future. Don't forget to pick up you...
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Best of luck to all receiving their Leaving Cert results today and good luck for the future. Don't forget to pick up your copy of this week's Dungarvan Observer.

Hope everyone is enjoying the wonderful weather we're having at the moment – but be careful in the sun and wear sun crea...
15/08/2025

Hope everyone is enjoying the wonderful weather we're having at the moment – but be careful in the sun and wear sun cream and drink plenty of water – and if you get a chance while out and about don't forget to pick up your copy of this week's issue of the Dungarvan Observer.

Enjoy the weekend ahead and while out and about don't forget to pick up your copy of this week's issue of the Dungarvan ...
08/08/2025

Enjoy the weekend ahead and while out and about don't forget to pick up your copy of this week's issue of the Dungarvan Observer.

Wishing the ladies the very best of luck this weekend in their quest for sporting glory – read all about it in this week...
25/07/2025

Wishing the ladies the very best of luck this weekend in their quest for sporting glory – read all about it in this week's issue of the Dungarvan Observer.

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