Popular independent bookshop in County Wexford awarded funding

A popular independent bookshop in County Wexford has been awarded funding... Independent Wexford bookshop Red Books has received national recognition after being selected as a recipient of the Books at One Community Prize Fund for 2026, a prestigious initiative supporting independent bookshops that place community at the heart of what they do. The announcement was …

New evening Wine Bar opens its doors in County Wexford

Wine lovers in County Wexford have a new reason to celebrate with the opening of Suan Wine... Suan Wine, located in Gorey town, is a welcoming new evening wine bar located upstairs in Firehouse Bakery on Main Street. Building on the bakery's popular daytime offering, the upstairs space now transforms into an intimate dining experience …

Internet security firm issues warning over new WhatsApp usernames

WhatsApp is introducing usernames, allowing people to connect and message one another without sharing their phone numbers.... With the app used by the vast majority of people in Ireland, cybersecurity firm ESET is urging Irish users to stay alert to how fraudsters may try to exploit the change. The new feature lets users choose, change …

Three County Wexford SPAR stores receive top accolade for retail excellence

Three Wexford SPAR stores were honoured at the 2026 SPAR 365 Standards Customer Care Programme Awards for achieving exceptional standards in retailing... The awards were held recently in Killashee Hotel, in Naas in Co Kildare, and hosted by BWG Foods, owners and operators of the SPAR brand in Ireland.  This year’s SPAR 365 Awards, held in association with independent bodies Solution Management Associates (SMA) …

Why Dublin’s Office Market Still Matters for Businesses Looking to Grow

The landscape of business in Dublin is constantly changing, and despite global trends in hybrid work, which have impacted the way we use office spaces, demand for high-quality office space has never been stronger. Data released within the last few months has shown a ‘remarkable increase’ in office take-up in Dublin, as occupiers continue to …

€20,000 up for grabs for UK and Ireland’s Top tradesperson

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 …

Price for former Wexford pub now on Derelict Sites Register revealed

A former County Wexford pub was placed on the Derelict Sites Register last Octoober... The pub, located in New Ross in County Wexford, is named Galavan's Pub. Located on Number 5 North Street, it is a substantial and historic four-storey property occupying a prominent position in the heart of the town, close to The Norman …

New coffee shop set to open in Wexford seaside village

A new coffee shop is set to open their doors in a County Wexford seaside village... The new coffee shop, located in Courtown Harbour, will offer locals and visitors a fresh destination to enjoy quality coffee, healthy food and refreshing drinks in one of Wexford's most picturesque seaside locations. M-T Coffee Shop, owned by Paul …

New Brazilian cafe and restaurant opens in County Wexford

Food lovers in Enniscorthy, County Wexford, have a new destination to add to their list... Meet Home, a new Brazilian restaurant and café, has officially opened to the public following a successful soft opening just last weekend on June 13th. Located near the roundabout on Castle Hill in Enniscorthy, the new venture aims to bring …

Wexford roots with a global reach: The success story of OmniPro

What began in a bedroom in rural Wexford has grown into one of Ireland's most influential support organisations for the accountancy profession... Today, OmniPro serves thousands of accountants through a broad range of services including technical compliance, tax and legal support, company secretarial services, corporate finance, recruitment, practice development and digital transformation. Headquartered in Ferns, …

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