Date confirmed for arrival of Santa Truck in Wexford for 2026

The date has been confirmed for the return of the hugely popular Santa Truck to County Wexford, with families set to gather in Kilmuckridge for another evening of festive celebrations this December... The Santa Truck will arrive in Kilmuckridge on Saturday, 19 December 2026, at 5.30pm, promising plenty of Christmas excitement for children and adults …

Success for young Enniscorthy artist as she wins national award

Enniscorthy Credit Union is celebrating the publication of artwork by local pupil Emily Bolger in the 2027 Irish Credit Union Calendar which is set to reach homes across Ireland this winter.... Emily won the national Credit Union Art Competition's 7 Years and Under category in last year’s competition for her colourful underwater cityscape, created around …

Enniscorthy café closes months after bringing new life to town centre premises

An Enniscorthy café that brought a fresh lease of life to a familiar town-centre premises has closed, just eight months after welcoming its first customers.... The Barn Café, at 23 Weafer Street, served its final customers on October 31. The owners Dominic Saville and Marcin Grochot confirmed the news in a message shared on social …

“It felt impossible”: Wexford filmmaker reflects on award-winning horror film

An award-winning horror short film written, directed and produced by Gorey native Cian Walsh has been released to the public, offering audiences the chance to see his work in full for the first time. Crow’s Rest was released on YouTube on November 4, 2026, following a successful run on the film festival circuit, where it …

Shelmaliers face exciting Leinster semi-final test after nail-biting quarter-final win

Shelmaliers are just one victory away from reaching the Leinster Senior Club Hurling Championship final... They are set to face a formidable challenge when they take on Offaly champions Kilcormac-Killoughey in the semi-final on Sunday, November 22. The Wexford champions booked their place in the last four following a remarkable comeback victory over Westmeath champions …

Wexford LGFA appoint new senior ladies football manager ahead of 2027 season

The Wexford Ladies Footballers have found a new manager... Wexford Ladies Football have appointed Wicklow native Robert Hollingsworth as their new senior team manager ahead of the 2027 season. Hollingsworth succeeds Darren Kendrick, who stepped away from the position over the summer after just one year in charge. The incoming manager brings considerable experience to …

Kilanerin’s opponents revealed for upcoming Leinster Senior Club Championship game

The Wexford Senior Football Champions will be out in Leinster Championship action next weekend... The Wexford Senior Football champions, Kilanerin-Ballyfad, have been drawn against Westmeath champions Na Dúnta in the quarter-finals of the AIB Leinster Club Senior Football Championship. The fixture will take place on Sunday, November 15, at TEG Cusack Park in Mullingar, with …

Frederick Douglass Civil Rights Festival returns to Wexford with packed programme

The Frederick Douglass Civil Rights Festival returns to Wexford from November 6th to 21st, with a packed programme of events celebrating culture, history, social justice and workers' rights.... The community-led festival, which takes place across Wexford town, features a diverse schedule of art, music, talks, panel discussions, community events and a fringe programme exploring a …

What Does a Financial Advisor Do in Ireland? A Guide for Individuals and Families

Managing your finances can become increasingly complicated as your circumstances change. From buying a home and protecting your income to planning for retirement and building savings, there are many financial decisions to consider. A financial advisor Ireland can help individuals and families understand their options, set realistic financial goals and develop a plan that takes …

Well-known Wexford business to close down after almost two decades

A popular children's play centre in Gorey is to close its doors later this month after 19 years in business... Kidzone, located at Gorey Business Park, announced the news in a statement shared on its Facebook page, confirming that its final day of trading will be Sunday, November 29, 2026. "After 19 incredible years, we …

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