The name 'Waterford' comes from Old Norse Veðrafjǫrðr 'ram (wether) fjord'. The Irish name is Port Láirge, meaning "Lárag's port".
Viking raiders … Se mere

Harbour and port
The city is situated at the head of Waterford Harbour (Loch Dá Chaoch or Cuan Phort Láirge). The River Suir, which flows through … Se mere

RTÉs southeastern studio is in the city.
Waterford Local Radio (WLR FM) is available on 94.8FM on the Coast, 95.1FM in the County and on … Se mere

Waterford is the main city of Ireland's South-East Region. Historically Waterford was an important trading port which brought much prosperity to the city throughout the city's … Se mere

Local government
Following the Local Government Reform Act 2014, Waterford City and County Council is … Se mere

Arts
Theatre companies in Waterford include the Red Kettle, Spraoi and Waterford Youth Arts … Se mere

The city of Waterford consists of several cultural quarters, the oldest of which is known as Viking Triangle. This is the part of the city surrounded by the original tenth-century fortifications … Se mere