New Ross Standard

24/12/2025

There was plenty of good cheer and a real festive atmosphere at the Newbawn Senior Citizens’ Christmas party - check out our gallery of images 👇

There was plenty of good cheer and a real festive atmosphere at the Newbawn Senior Citizens’ Christmas party. Photographer Mary Browne was on hand to capture all of the action.

24/12/2025

We’re nearly there. Only a few more days of being good!! But while it’s the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ many parents are trying to make sense of why their child is having so many meltdowns, throwing tantrums, or suddenly breaking into tears. The reason is simple – Christmas is one of the most emotionally overwhelming seasons of the year.

As adults we tend to view the magic of Christmas through nostalgic lenses – cosy nights by the fire, glimmering Christmas fairy lights, happy traditions and warm memories. But for children it’s a time of sensory, emotional and cognitive overload.

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23/12/2025

Rory O’Connor looks set to miss most, if not all, of Wexford's 2026 campaign because of travel plans in the new year.

O’Connor’s St Martin’s lost to Ballygunner in Sunday’s AIB All-Ireland club SHC semi-final on Sunday, but Wexford are already preparing for the season ahead without him.

He has been in prolific form for his club during the county and provincial campaigns.

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23/12/2025

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23/12/2025

From Brussels sprouts with chorizo to roasted carrot and sweet potato soup our celebrity chef brings you a delicious take on the Christmas feast. Read more at independent.ie/Wexford

23/12/2025

Alfie Hearne (2) was diagnosed as being in heart failure caused by viral myocarditis and has been receiving specialist care in Newcastle for months.

The phrase “Christmas miracle” is one that has found its way into common parlance through the medium of countless schmaltzy festive films.

23/12/2025

Caredoc staff took part in a strike last week over a pay dispute with their employer

Caredoc workers are set to vote on a proposal which has been finalised between the health unions and their employer, Caredoc, following recent strike action by members of the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) and SIPTU.

23/12/2025

Kendrick is keen to make it known he’s not here to just win an Intermediate All-Ireland, he’s here to advance Wexford beyond that limited improvement arc.

Change is a chance for fresh ideas, for a team stuck in a rut to prove they can move up another level, for energy in a willing group to explode in hope and anticipation.

23/12/2025

The suggestion that an annual summer festival for Wexford town should be funded by the council has once more been rejected by a member of a neighbouring district.

The suggestion that an annual summer festival for Wexford town should be funded by the local council has once more been rejected by a member of a neighbouring district.

23/12/2025

The club brought athletes, families, coaches and members of the club’s original committee together for some festive fun to mark the four decade milestone.

As members of Taghmon Athletics Club gathered at the local GAA complex for its annual Christmas party, it was a double celebration.

23/12/2025

The man, in his 40s, is being questioned at a Garda station in Co Wexford.

A man has been arrested after co***ne worth approximately €3.75 million was found in a search of a vehicle at Rosslare Europort yesterday. The man, in his 40s, is being questioned at a Garda station in Co Wexford.

23/12/2025

From Brussels sprouts with chorizo to roasted carrot and sweet potato soup our celebrity chef brings you a delicious take on the Christmas feast. 🎅🏼

Christmas greetings to you all. I am delighted to be showcasing some wonderful festive recipes here with you for Christmas. For those who are entertaining this year my number one piece of advice is don’t panic.