Editions published 1848-1979 have joined the Irish Newspaper Archives database. More recent editions will follow in the new year. |
Editions published from 1980 to 1999 will join the database in mid-January.
The paper, founded by Cornelius P Redmond, first appeared on 22 September 1848 (you can download a free pdf copy of page of the launch edition here). It was the first journal published in Waterford and positioned itself as a paper for all people.
To mark the upload of historical editions of this important regional paper, which is still published in Waterford, the Irish Newspaper Archives is offering a 20% discount on its monthly and annual subscription rates.
To take advantage of the 20% saving, which will expire on 17 November, visit the Subscribe page for your preferred currency – US$ | Euro | GB£ – choose the monthly or annual subscription, and use the Coupon Code WFNS20 at checkout.