New Ross Sporting Hall Of Fame - Sophie Becker
Each year, our town is proud to witness the incredible talents and dedication of our many athletes. To honour these exceptional individuals, we are excited to announce the launch of the Apex Sporting Hall of Fame, recognition for those who have excelled in their chosen fields and brought pride to our community.
We are particularly excited to announce our inaugural inductee as Sophie Becker - fresh from her incredible performances at the Paris Olympic games, where her team secured an impressive 4th place in the final, and silver medal at the European Championships. Sophie perfectly embodies the spirit of determination and excellence that the new 'Sporting Hall of Fame' is designed to celebrate. It's fair to say the next generation won't have to look outside the town for inspiration from sporting role models, " added Apex GM Mark Winkle.
Sophie expressed her delight at receiving this recognition.
This weekend, all paths will lead to Wexford for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann festival. Leading up to the event, Wexford County Council Municipal Districts organised Fringe Fleadh gatherings across the County including this very special performance by Anthony Kearns and Martin Codd in Rackards of Kilanne - If you find yourself in Wexford over the next week, be sure to explore the wonderful locations that our county has to offer.
Incredible performance 🙌
Meet your newly elected local elected district representatives.
New Ross Councillors:
Pat Barden, Michael Sheehan, Marty Murphy, Bridin Murphy,
John Dwyer and John Fleming must all work together to deliver for New Ross 🤝
Local Elections: New Ross District
Here are some of the candidates competing for your vote in New Ross this Friday (June 7th)
The new Pearse Park Sensory Garden was officially unveiled today (dedicated to the memory of Pat Laffan who was instrumental in the creation of this project) ❤️
Specifically designed as a place of peace and tranquillity with a variety of colours, textures and surfaces to provide visitors with a wide variety of sensory experiences - It provides numerous opportunities to stimulate all the senses and will be of particular benefit to those with sensory processing issues.
A wonderful new amenity well done to all involved in the project 👏👏
Wexford's own Derek Roche 🥊🌟 is reminding everyone about St Michaels Boxing Club annual boxing show.
From 1994 to 2004, Derek enjoyed a successful time the ring, holding the British welterweight title from 1999 to 2000 and remaining undefeated for 22 fights! In the process winning the IBO super welterweight title in 2000.
The show will take place 11th May at St Marys Hall (Irishtown) 💥
Quay Street Barbers opened 5 years ago and while owner Ricky was confident he could make his business successful, he always tried to “pay attention to what made my clients happy and what made people comfortable in the barber shop - half a decade on and the guys are 'flourishing' with 4 locations, last month they opened in Kilkenny and that's in addition to Waterford and Enniscorthy 😲
However it was their flagship shop in New Ross that has set the bar so high - offering all hair cutting services with close attention to detail. Ricky has been quick to recognise and thank the support from the community and the local faces who have now become friends more than customers! 🙌
Well done on the continued expansion, how great is it to see a business going from strength to strength! 👏👏
People: Save The New Ross Post Office
🎬 WATCH: There was a serious show of support for the retention of services in Charles Street Post Office. 150+ strong crowd organised Cllr. Michael Sheehan turned up today with a message that "people power will win out" highlighting the need for the Post Office to remain with full services in operation at its current location within the town. 👏👏
New Ross Drama Festival
🎬 Every year, these guys put a huge effort into their creative adverts🤣 - Don't miss the New Ross Drama Festival returning next month (March 12th - 22nd), with 8 nights of live drama on stage, guaranteeing great entertainment for theatre goers.
Best of Luck to all involved 👏
- For Tickets St. Michael's Theatre New Ross
Great work Ann O'Connor gaining national exposure for the award-winning Secret Valley Wildlife Park on Ireland am with Deric Ó h'Artagáin - Ann set up the farm in Clonroche back in 2007 and it has since grown from strength to strength, being recognised now as only fully licensed zoo and Wildlife Park in the South East. 👏👏
The passion the team have for the animals and environment is clearly evident from the moment the visitor is welcomed into the grounds
- Tremendous work Ann💪 17 years in business and a national feature 👏👏
New Ross Boat Club - 24-hour Ergathon
This weekend, the New Ross Boat Club are holding a 24-hour Ergathon event. Circumstances have meant their annual 'Head of the River' event has been postponed so the passionate and inventive club have switched their focus towards an exciting fundraiser that promises to challenge your endurance - A small club with a big bright vision for the future. The club have ambitious plans to refurbish and enhance their facilities at the bottom of Rosbercon.
Well done folks and the very best of luck with the fundraising efforts 👏👏
Christmas Special - Brooks Gift Guide
Join us for a Christmas special tonight with Mary and her daughter Rachel from Brooks Jewellers, a family-owned business now in its fourth generation. This destination store in Charles Street are known for their personal touch with both customers and suppliers - So we brought them together to guide you through some Christmassy gift ideas.....
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Brooks Jewellers
Seiko Ireland
Newbridge Silverware
New Ross Businesses - Christmas
Now is the time to switch to local and support our town - locals are everything to the small businesses - Income generated over the Christmas period is usually what sustains the business in the leaner months. 🙌
Best of luck for the Christmas season guys 🥰
Tomorrow (Saturday) will see the always popular Christmas Family Fun Day land back at Dermot Kehoe for another year - Visit Santa for just €5 per child, with all proceeds going to our chosen local charities New Ross Meals on Wheels and New Ross Hospice Homecare.
Christmas Light Switch on
🎶🎬 What an amazing Switch on event....Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate yesterday's Christmas Lights Switch-On
- For anyone who didn't manage to make it into town, take a look and see what you missed out on!
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Christmas in New Ross 2023
Town's around Ireland celebrate Christmas in their own ways. Ahead of tomorrow's big 'Switch On' - We wanted to find out what local businesses loved most about Christmas in New Ross. 🎄✨
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Christmas Switch On 2023
This Saturday (November 18) is the "Switch On", and the start of Nollaig New Ross 2023🎄 and the long, dark nights will soon be illuminated with twinkling lights.
When and where Christmas lights will be switched on this year?
- We will have our Santa parade from the old fire station to the Tholsel as well as musical entertainment on the day and the Rathnure Characters will be on hand to meet the children as well.
(UPDATE: Sensory Santy is BOOKED OUT!)
A parade, sensory Santa, selection box giveaway and more. ✨
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Introducing the NEW Emigrant Park - The transformation of the oil tankers in New Ross has been completed. 🙌🙌
There was a stunning sunrise over fog this morning.....come with us and we'll show you ✌️
LOCAL VIEWS - GREENWAY IMPACT
The Southeast Greenway will be a gem in our region's tourism. We wanted people's thoughts a month on from the (Phase 1) opening - So we took Sean Moore from Barrow Bikes, (..a local business that's been buzzing) to find out more about this fresh addition to our community.
Wexford County Council
Visit Wexford
Waterford Greenway
Visit Kilkenny
Kilkenny County Council
Visit Waterford