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This year, the long anticipated Wexford Spiegeltent Festival has made its triumphant return – and it was better than ever… After a turbulent 2020, the Wexford Spiegeltent Festival has made its triumphant return this week. Marked by events of all calibre, the cherished Wexford festival is back by popular demand and shows no sign of …
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The lads over at Paper Tuesdays are doing it right... Last February, we spoke to the three lads behind Gorey's newest hit podcast, Paper Tuesdays. Then, we knew that Michael Dwyer, Marc Halpin, and sound engineer, Robbie Dunne, were going places. Since we last spoke to them, they have continued to go from strength to …
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More power to him... Wexford native Barry O'Connor has signed a contract extension with professional Australian Football side, Sydney Swans. O'Connor's new contract will see him remain at the Australian football club for one more year at least. O'Connor, who is now 23 years old, joined the club 2019 and signed a two-year contract with …
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When one thinks of rebellious activity in county Wexford in the 1790s, inevitably the events of the 1798 rebellion come to mind... Indeed, the rebellion of ’98 was the most eventful and prolonged uprising of that decade, but it was by no means the only one. In nearly every nook and cranny across county Wexford, …
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Dara Ó'Briain is back on tour with a brand new show and he's coming to Wexford... At the end of his last tour, Dara had performed the show "Voice Of Reason" 180 times, over 2 years across 20 countries, from Auckland to New York, but by March 2020 he was ready for a break. But …
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A Wexford family will be taking part in this year's Ireland's Fittest Family... This year, Wexford people will be paying close attention to the hit RTE show. Not just because Wexford's former hurling manager Davy Fitzgerald will be returning to our lives, but also due to the fact that one family will be representing Wexford. …
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Plans have been released for a new social housing project in Gorey town... In 2019, Wexford County Council announced details of its acquisition of St Waleran’s House and 75 acres of adjoining zoned lands at Ballytegan, Gorey, Co Wexford. The acquisition, which was described as a "game-changer" at the time, will cater for much needed affordable, social and …
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Trials will be starting soon for two Wexford County teams... Have you got what it takes? Two Wexford Camogie teams, both at u-16 and u-18 level, will be hosting trials soon. Those interested in attending the trial should email their details to secretary.wexford@camogie.ie. https://twitter.com/wexfordcamogie/status/1453455795270598657 The call comes at a time when Wexford Camogie is on …
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Well, this is good news to wake up to of a wet and cold Thursday morning... Two Wexford Camogie players have been nominated for player of the year awards. The nominations follow on from the Wexford Junior Camogie team winning the All-Ireland Junior Camogie title earlier in the year. Both Chloe Cashe and Aideen Brennan …
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A coastal property is being raffled off and the draw will take place soon... Both Anne-Marie and Alan Sparks have decided to raffle their property as opposed to the traditional route as they believe it's a better option with much more winners. Anne-Marie standing outside the Eden Gate apartments For just €23, one lucky person …
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Davy Fitzgerald will be a guest on tomorrow's Late Late Show... Former Wexford Senior hurling manage Davy Fitzgerald will be a guest on Friday night's The Late Late Show and it's perfect timing. Over the last few days, the former Wexford Senior hurling manager was linked with a move to Galway. According to the Clare …
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The Opera Festival Wexford is a unique one... The festival returned yesterday on Tuesday, October 19th, and will run until Sunday, October 31st. The festival rescheduled the 2020 programme to 2021, and put an online and outdoor offering in its place last year. This year, it's already clear that the Opera Festival Wexford is back to …
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