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Elderly people hoping to have new windows and doors installed by Wexford County Council (WCC) may face a lengthy wait after a senior official admitted priority is given to applicants with a “medical need”. Under the Housing Aid for Older People Grant, homeowners can apply to their local council for repairs and installations to be carried out in their residence.

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Elderly face lengthy wait for home repairs as Wexford council confirms priority given to those with ‘medical need’ ↗

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The New Ross Piano Festival is marking its 20th anniversary with a special two piano gala concert at the National Opera House in Wexford on April 19. To celebrate two decades of remarkable piano music, the festival brings together two of Ireland's finest pianists for an afternoon filled with energy as two pianos share the stage.

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Gala concert in Wexford to mark 20th anniversary of New Ross Piano Festival ↗

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The New Ross Drama Workshop members are preparing for their upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) and auditions for their latest production, Juno and the Paycock.

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Audition dates announced for New Ross Drama Group’s production of ‘Juno and the Paycock’ ↗

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Students from secondary schools around Wexford came together in recent days to discuss key issues as part of the School of Sanctuary initiative.

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Students from Wexford secondary schools take stance against prejudice and racism ↗

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A local charity has benefitted hugely from one of the most popular light-up tractor runs in Wexford as the total fundraising makes up over 10pc of its yearly service costs.

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Wexford tractor run raises enough funds to cover 10pc of day care centre’s service costs for the year ↗

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With the proposed new skate park for the town now ‘shovel ready’ the New Ross Municipal District (NRMD) is awaiting suitable funding opportunities to finance the project. Due to be located in Rosbercon, beside the South East Greenway, the skate park has completed the design process and received full planning permission.

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New Ross skate park could include padel court and multi-use games area if funding grant is secured ↗

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A Wexford gym owner has proven that fitness and kindness go hand in hand, after raising more than €2,500 and delivering Christmas presents to children in hospital through a gruelling charity challenge.

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Wexford gym owner delivers presents to sick children in hospital and raises €2,500 for charity ↗

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A business owner in Wexford has announced the closure of one of their clothing stores in the south of the county, much to the sadness of their customers in the area.

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Wexford boutique owner to close New Ross store ↗

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