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Four projects across County Wexford are set to receive a combined €18.3 million in Government funding under the new Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund... The funding forms part of a major €409 million national investment programme, announced by Minister and Wexford TD James Browne, which will support almost 120 regeneration projects across every local …
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For one proud Wexford man, a love of football began on the pitches of his native county before eventually taking him to the highest levels of the game.... Inspired by Ireland’s famous Italia ’90 campaign, Kevin Doyle dreamed of becoming a professional footballer at a time when the pathway from Wexford to the professional game …
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Ireland is importing the food its people most want to eat. More than four in five Irish adults, 81%, say they would like to eat more fruit, vegetables and legumes. Around 83% of it arrives from abroad.... The first figure comes from a national survey published by the Vegan Society of Ireland. The second comes …
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Wexford musicians Ruben Buggy and Gavin O’Hanlon are taking on an ambitious musical challenge this Saturday, September 19, as they attempt to play five gigs in five Wexford towns in one day.... The “Playing County” fundraiser is being held in aid of the Bungoma Outreach Project, with Ruben preparing to travel to Kenya where he …
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We're now into the quarter-final stages of the Wexford Senior hurling championship... The preliminary quarter-finals took place over the week. This saw both Faythe Harriers and St Annes progress to the final eight. They defeated Oulart-The Ballagh and Glynn-Barntown respectively. Meanwhile, the relegation final also took place. The Rapparees have been relegated to the Intermediate …
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A Wexford artist’s giant Trump-in-a-bin sculpture that went international after CAN-AL Fest has now landed in the middle of Dublin during Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland... “The Trash Talker”, created by TinKicker, depicts Donald Trump sitting inside an Irish wheelie bin surrounded by rubbish. The original sculpture is now on public display at Teal House …
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A Wexford business has been recognised as a 'great place to work'.... Newtown Park Hotel in Wexford has been certified as a Great Place to Work, recognising the hotel’s commitment to creating a positive workplace culture and strengthening its position as an employer of choice within Ireland’s hospitality sector. The certification is based on direct …
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Whether you're wondering if your favourite local artist is playing or if you're just looking for the most effective way to find out who's playing music across Wexford pubs this weekend, then look no further - we've got you covered... This list displays the live music across a host of Wexford venues on Friday, Saturday, …
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A Wexford syndicate has claimed an incredible €191,677 prize... After matching five numbers plus the Bonus in the Lotto draw on Wednesday, 12th August, the Wexford syndicate couldn't believe it. Their winning ticket was purchased at XL Gorey, 70 Main Street, Gorey, Co. Wexford. The syndicate, who has been playing the same set of numbers …
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The asking price for the popular Kilrane Inn in Churchtown, Kilrane has been reduced... The pub is now on the market for €525,000, having originally been advertised with a guide price of €650,000, representing a €125,000 reduction. The long-established pub is located in a prominent position on the N25, close to Rosslare Europort, and has …
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There's an array of excellent things to do in Wexford to make you fall in love with the county... One person who always shines a positive light on the county is Wexford man and former Irish international football player, Kevin Doyle. In conjunction with OLBG, we caught up with the Wexford man to discuss a …
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Successful Limerick hurling manager John Kiely and former Ireland rugby international Alan Quinlan have been announced as the newest guest speakers for this year’s Wexford GAA Game Changers event.... The event, hosted by Wexford GAA and supported by Zurich Insurance, will take place in Croke Park on October 2nd, 2026. Kiely, one of the most …
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