New Ross Standard

21/07/2025

Wexford undertakers are eagerly awaiting the decision for a planning application that would see a crematorium built on the outskirts of Waterford, making it the closest one to the south east region

Wexford undertakers are eagerly awaiting the decision for a planning application that would see a crematorium built on the outskirts of Waterford, making it the closest one to the south east region.

21/07/2025

With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to impact people across the country New Ross councillor Michael Sheehan has called for the disbandment of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission

With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to impact people across the country New Ross councillor Michael Sheehan has called for the disbandment of the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and the creation of two independent agencies which will “robustly defend consumer rights”.

21/07/2025

The New Ross Boat Club travelled in force to the Fermoy Sprints Regatta on Sunday, July 6, with a strong squad of 18 rowers including 11 juniors and seven masters as 23 crews across 18 different race categories

The New Ross Boat Club travelled in force to the Fermoy Sprints Regatta on Sunday, July 6, with a strong squad of 18 rowers including 11 juniors and seven masters as 23 crews across 18 different race categories.

21/07/2025

The countdown to the fleadh is well and truly on. Here's a list of the local competitors who will be taking part 👇

While the people of Wexford are well and truly on the countdown for the sun, ceol and craic that comes with the return of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, it can be easy to lose sight of just what this massive gathering is all about.

21/07/2025

The New Ross Historical Society is preparing for its upcoming lecture which will focus on emigration from New Ross.

21/07/2025

Matt English left a ‘good pensionable job’ to pursue a dream. Over two decades later he is one of the country’s most influential sports administrators

Matt English was born into hurling country. The nephew of legendary Wexford hurler Jim English, he was one of nine children who grew up on a farm in Rathnure, before going on to Good Counsel College in New Ross.

21/07/2025

Report reveals the areas with highest and lowest price increases

The cost of a typical property has shot up by €35,000 in the past year, putting a renewed squeeze on home buyers.

20/07/2025

Ahead of his Wexford show, Waterboys frontman Mike Scott speaks about the Kneecap controversy and what inspired a 25-track concept album about Hollywood actor Dennis Hopper.

Over forty dates into a relentless 2025 touring schedule and over 40 years into a rip-roaring musical career, it’s a wonder that the enigmatic frontman of The Waterboys Mike Scott knows where he is, let alone where he’ll be in a couple of weeks time.

20/07/2025

Their latest production of The Full Monty is an “extremely close adaptation” to the popular 1997 movie of the same name and the organisers hope to impress the community with their steamy show.

Gorey Little Theatre will officially lift the curtains at their opening night on Tuesday, July 22 at 8pm.

20/07/2025

The four-day long festival is a celebration of Irish music, trad and tradition and has been going for 33 years.

John Murphy of Colfer’s Pub is looking forward to next weekend’s ‘Phil Murphy Festival’ which takes place in the village of Carrick on Bannow, between July 25 and July 28.

20/07/2025

"I'm sure Canterbury are delighted with the sales of the stuff, everyone seems to be wearing the kit... It's why the Lions is special, it's not lost on us. It's class."

It’s been a while since we’ve seen Tadhg Furlong hit that kind of flow state where he’s confident enough to throw 20m passes off his left hand.

20/07/2025

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