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Excitement is building ahead of David Kennedy's next professional boxing fight... David 'Bomber' Kennedy will be fighting in the The Pavilion Building at Leopardstown Racecourse on Friday, July 10th. Now less than two weeks out of his next professional fight, Kennedy's opponent has been confirmed. It has been confirmed that Kennedy will be fighting Polish …
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Irish Rural Link has today announced the winners of the second year of the AgriKids Farm Safety Ambassador School Programme, with Pádraig Cooper from Ballyellis National School, Gorey one of four recipients nationwide recognised as a Farm Safety Ambassador. Funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, the programme aims to bring practical, curriculum-aligned farm safety education into primary school …
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Selskar Abbey, historically no stranger to sword combat, heard the clashing of steel once again as Goats Head Historical Fencing took to the square at its feet in an exciting demonstration of historical fencing... As part of the first year of the Otherworlds Sci-Fi Festival, Goats Head members braved the less than ideal weather last …
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Screwfix is once again on the search for the UK and Ireland’s most talented tradespeople after it officially opened entries for Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2026... Designed to celebrate the dedication, professionalism and commitment displayed by tradespeople every day, the annual competition shines a light on the exceptional people working in the trades. This year’s Screwfix Top Tradesperson will walk away with a trade bundle worth €20,000, made up …
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A static speed camera in Glenmore, County Kilkenny, has been the source of controversy over the past year... One outspoken critic of the static speed camera is Wexford TD, George Lawlor. Thousands of speeding fines have been issued to Wexford residents and it is understood that approximately €5 million has been generated from the camera. …
The Wexford Senior Hurling Championship is set to return on Friday June 26... Local bookmaker, BetXS, have delved into the market and have released their betting odds for the opening round of games in the 2026 Wexford SHC. Round 1 - Wexford SHC Betting odds: Oulart 1/2, Draw 9/1, Rapparees 15/8 Rathnure 1/5, Draw 12/1, …
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Although the Wexford Senior hurlers are out of the All-Ireland series, there's still plenty to look forward to in the local championship.... The Wexford Senior Hurling Championship is set to return on Friday June 26. Leading Irish bookmaker, Paddy Power, have delved into the market and have released their outright odds for the winner of …
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There will be a number of high-profile managers and names on the sidelines of the Wexford Senior hurling club championships for 2026... Here, we'll look at all the managers for the 2026 Wexford SHC season. The Wexford SHC gets underway this Friday and Saturday. One of the more interesting appointments is Tom Mulally who has …
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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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As the Second World War engulfed the globe in fear, destruction and tyranny, an entire generation stepped forward and answered the call to serve. From the bustling streets of Dublin to the fishing villages of Galway and the quiet fields of Wexford, communities across Ireland did not hesitate when freedom itself was threatened. Among the …
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There are tonnes of excellent activities to get up to across County Wexford... Instead of writing an opinionated piece, we asked our followers on Wexford Weekly's social media channels to vote for their favourite local activity. The poll, sponsored by Pink Ladies Glam Van, ran for one week from 18 June 2026 to 25 June …
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All the sporting talk across the County at the moment is relating to the next Wexford Senior hurling manager... Former Wexford hurler, Paul Carley, was the most recent guest on this week's Wexford Hurling Podcast. Along with making predictions for the looming Wexford hurling championships, he also made a suggestion for the next Wexford Senior …
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