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‘Unfolding crisis’ in Rosslare as coastal erosion threatens to claim Kelly’s Resort Hotel
Every summer tourists from across the world come to Ireland for one reason and one reason only: to visit Kelly’s Hotel in Rosslare Strand. And every summer, without fail, the beach which provides the backdrop to the hotel grows ever smaller, recedes...
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Man jailed for violent robbery of women in Wexford
Aknife-carrying drug addict who terrified and robbed two fwomen in a Wexford town house has been jailed for seven years. A Circuit Court hearing dealt with 30-year-old Ross Bolger whose address was given in paperwork as 98 North Main Street, Wexford....
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International Women’s Day celebrated in Wexford
● Roisin Leacy, Natasha Hughes (Guest speaker), Ursula Jacob (Guest speaker), Kathleen Kinsella (Guest speaker), and Rowena Ross at the International Women’s Day event ‘GivetoGain’ hosted by PWC and Network Ireland Wexford at the Newbay House Hotel on...
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Jeweller is jailed for six months for money laundering
Wexford watchmaker Frank Hynes received a six month prison sentence at the Circuit Court on conviction for money laundering. The 60-year-old defendant, of The Field, Bregorteen, Barntown, benefitted from funds misappropriated that belonged to German...
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HSE may be liable for levies on old hospital
With childcare places at a premium across the county, Wexford County Council (WCC) has provided a list of areas where proposed créches have yet to be built by developers. In addition, following a query from Councillor Tom Forde, it has also listed the...
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Amazing Grace – Rachel’s parents proud as punch as singer launches debut album
After six years i n t he making, Wexford musician Rachel Grace has launched her debut album, saying the timing finally feels right. The 23-year-old officially released Never Grows Old at a soldout show at the Wexford Arts Centre earlier this month....
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Woman involved in dumping body jailed for 6 years
A woman who helped to dump a man’s body in a quarry “like a piece of rubbish” and later went on social media to express concern for his wellbeing has been jailed for six years. Mr Justice Kerida Naidoo at the Central Criminal Court on Monday said the...
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Controversial bollards to be removed in March
The bollards which were installed as part of the works to turn John Street in Wexford town into a oneway system are to be removed by the end of March. A continual source of frustration for motorists, the bollards were originally erected to prevent...
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Wexford boxer is the target of racist abuse
White collar boxing has been urged to ensure that the sport remains a respectful environment for all athletes after a recent racism row. At the centre of the storm is 19-year-old Wexford man Angison Rivet. Having trained with Clonard Boxing Club in...
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Stage set for Wexford Sinfonia
Members of Wexford Sinfonia rehearsing in the Presentation Wexford on Saturday afternoon. Wexford Sinfonia’s winter concert takes place at the National Opera House this Sunday. Photo: Jim Campbell.
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