Developing a night time economy and tackling dereliction will see New Ross prosper again, but time and patience needed
Restoring New Ross to its former glories will take time, patience, and a change in attitude according to those attempting to regenerate the town. Mick McCormack of Wexford County Council (WCC) provided an update on the ongoing Town Centre First plan for New Ross at the May district meeting and started by explaining the aims of the project.
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- Irish Independent
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Irish Independent
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- Irish Independent
Developing a night time economy and tackling dereliction will see New Ross prosper again, but time and patience needed
Restoring New Ross to its former glories will take time, patience, and a change in attitude according to those attempting to regenerate the town. Mick McCormack of Wexford County Council (WCC) provided an update on the ongoing Town Centre First plan for New Ross at the May district meeting and started by explaining the aims of the project.
