County Wexford among areas selected under the Historic Towns Initiative 2026

The Heritage Council, along with Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government, James Browne TD, and Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, have today announced that 18 historic towns will share €2m funding under the 2026 Historic Towns Initiative (HTI).... The HTI is a joint initiative between the Department of …

Wexford’s Keara claims prestigious award at Hair and Beauty awards ceremony

A Wexford business woman is celebrating picking up a prestigious award... Enniscorthy businesswoman Keara Howard is still pinching herself after winning the prestigious award at the The Passoã Hair & Beauty Awards 2026, hosted by Hi Style. The glamorous awards ceremony took place on Sunday, 22 March 2026, at the stunning Garryvoe Hotel in East …

Wexford business picks up award at Beauty Awards ceremony

A Wexford business is celebrating after picking up an award at a recent awards ceremony... The awards ceremony took place on March 26 at the Garryvoe Hotel. The event celebrated the very best in the hair and beauty industry, recognising outstanding salons, professionals and brands from across the country. Enniscorthy-based business Holos Skincare is celebrating …

Two Wexford towns rank high in recent survey on best work-life balance

New research by Switcher.ie has revealed the best Irish towns for work-life balance.... The study is based on a range of factors, including access to local amenities such as primary schools, major supermarkets, and leisure centres; essentials like broadband and mobile connectivity; house prices and crime rates; and proximity to green spaces and transport routes. …

Enniscorthy Credit Union increases mortgage limit to €400,000

Enniscorthy Credit Union is delighted to announce the expansion of its mortgage lending limit to €400,000. The new limit gives members a greater opportunity to secure their dream homes in their local community... The enhanced limit reflects the growing demand for affordable, accessible home finance options and reinforces Enniscorthy Credit Union’s commitment to supporting members …

Councillors write in support of new Islamic Cultural hub in Enniscorthy

Planning permission has been submitted for a new Islamic Cultural hub in Enniscorthy... The application was made to Wexford County Council by Syed Hossen on September 2nd 2025. The final date for third party submissions and observations is October 6th 2025. The planning permission proposal from Hossen is for "permission for the construction of new …

Gabrielle is the first Enniscorthy girl to graduate from the Irish Naval Service

It was a proud moment for Gabrielle and her family recently... An Enniscorthy woman, Gabrielle Blackburn-Mullally, recently graduated from basic training at the Irish Naval Service. On the day, her mother - Mary Mullally - was informed by a long-serving officer that she was the first Enniscorthy girl to graduate. Gabrielle grew up in Enniscorthy …

Three groups named Enniscorthy Climate Champions for 2025

Last month, the town of Enniscorthy came together in a spirited display of environmental commitment during the Enniscorthy Climate Champions Competition. The initiative invited community and voluntary groups, workplaces, and schools to take part in a fun, team-based challenge to reduce their carbon footprint; and the results were truly inspiring. The competition was designed to …

Wexford business shortlisted for National Organic Awards 2024          

Today, Bord Bia announced the shortlist of organic food and drink producers for the National Organic Awards 2024, held in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine to celebrate the achievements and high standards of the increasing number of organic growers, producers, and manufacturers in the country.  The winners of the National Organic Awards will be …

Fundraiser to take place in memory of Wexford man’s grandmother

A fundraiser will take place in Wexford this August… On the 12th of August, Daniel Power and the Murphy family will be hosting a Fundraising Dog track night in the Enniscorthy Grey Hound Track in aid of The Irish Hospice foundation in memory of his grandmother and grandad, more commonly known as Thrush and Jim …

Grow Remote Enniscorthy to host its first social meetup for remote and hybrid workers 

The Grow Remote Enniscorthy chapter will host its first social meet up for remote and hybrid workers on Friday 24th November... Grow Remote Enniscorthy is part of the wider Grow Remote network of volunteer groups who run a range of social events for remote and hybrid workers in their local communities.  As remote and hybrid …

Record numbers turn out for free Wexford Science Festival events

The people of Wexford embraced the Wexford Science Festival with gusto this year... People came out in their droves for dozens of events which ranged to the science behind elite athletes to space travel to science in literature. Organisers, CALMAST at SETU paid tribute to the schools, the businesses, the host venues and the sponsors …

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