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Jessica O’Connor

@JessOConnor__

Wexford journalist with Mediahuis IRL for the New Ross Standard 🗞️ Drop me a DM or email on [email protected]

 Wexford, Ireland
Joined January 2011
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I’m delighted to begin my new role as a journalist in #Wexford with @MediahuisIRL for the @newrossstandard and @Independent_ie 😁 If you’ve a story you’d like to share, drop me a DM or email me on [email protected] 🗞️☺️
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Pádraig Byrne@byrne_padraigOct 29
Some personal news: Delighted to have been appointed Deputy Group Editor of the @Independent_ie’s #Wexford Hub. We have some really talented journalists across 9 counties & I’m excited to see how much further we can grow our regional news coverage. Let’s get to work! 💪🏻🗞️
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197 people in the most rural part of south #Wexford are looking for private accommodation. This means children may have to move from local schools and teaching posts could be lost as a result. independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Almost 200 Ukrainians face homelessness as Wexford accommodation deal ends

Almost 200 Ukrainians face homelessness as Wexford accommodation deal ends

Families given notice to leave Hookless Village by the end of October fear losing their homes, jobs and children’s school places as principals warn of a devastating impact on pupils and teaching...

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Many clubs and organisations are seriously concerned over the liquidation of Clearwater Construction. I spoke to Wexford Camogie and Lee Chin who have both cut ties with the company. independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Major construction firm set to go into liquidation as Wexford hurler distances himself from company

Major construction firm set to go into liquidation as Wexford hurler distances himself from company

Lee Chin, who had been working at Clearwater Construction, said he had no knowledge of any financial difficulties at the company until recent days

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Pádraig Byrne@byrne_padraigOct 14
Some strong words from Fr Gerry Chestnutt and Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan at an emotionally charged vigil for the murdered English family in #Waterford independent.ie/county/waterf…
‘Stand up, admit what you did and face the consequences’ – parish priest urges those responsible...

‘Stand up, admit what you did and face the consequences’ – parish priest urges those responsible...

Fr Gerry Chestnutt made an emotional appeal at a vigil for Philip and Kim English, and two of their children, as gardaí continue their murder investigation

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The front page of this week’s @Wexford_People, @newrossstandard, @GoreyGuardian and @EnniscGuardian. In shops Wednesday or get it delivered directly to your device. To get started, visit subscribe.independent.ie/
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This scam could easily catch you out. On another note, if you download the Irish Independent app you won’t have that problem! 😊
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This is absolutely mad stuff. A completely fake article that popped up, appearing to be a genuine @Independent_ie piece. It explains how Glen Hansard made €480k from an initial investment of €250 over just 3 years through a crypto trading site. Really fucking insidious.
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The front page of this week’s @Wexford_People, @newrossstandard, @GoreyGuardian and @EnniscGuardian. In shops Wednesday or get it delivered directly to your device. To get started, visit subscribe.independent.ie/
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Pádraig Byrne@byrne_padraigSep 29
Reading this from a parent’s perspective, it must just be a nightmare. Great work from @JessOConnor__ on the story. 👇 #Wexford independent.ie/county/wexfor…
‘Horrifying to watch’ – Wexford parents speak out about violent attack on daughter (14) which was...

‘Horrifying to watch’ – Wexford parents speak out about violent attack on daughter (14) which was...

Teenager has also allegedly been subjected to online harassment and abuse from multiple accounts

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Hope Kayleigh is having a great day knowing Pauric didn’t win #TraitorsIrl
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Darragh Clifford@darraghcliffordAug 11
Front pages of this week’s Wexford papers. In shops Wednesday or get the ePaper by subscribing to Independent Premium+ which is currently on special offer at €8 a month. Visit subscribe.independent.ie/
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The front page of this week’s @Wexford_People, @newrossstandard, @GoreyGuardian and @EnniscGuardian. In shops Wednesday or get it delivered directly to your device. To get started, visit subscribe.independent.ie/
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A bit of momentum gathering among staff at one of #Wexford’s largest employers, as they consult with union representatives about the unpaid shutdown announced recently. #business independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Unpaid shutdown at Wexford factory fuels union recruitment drive in New Ross

Unpaid shutdown at Wexford factory fuels union recruitment drive in New Ross

More than 1,100 staff members will be impacted by the two-week closure put in place by management.

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Pádraig Byrne@byrne_padraigJul 26
The footage of this is horrendous. Entire lives can be changed in an instant with something like this. Thoughts are with this man’s family. 🙏 #Wexford independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Wexford Gardaí urge public not to share footage after man (50s) left fighting for life following...

Wexford Gardaí urge public not to share footage after man (50s) left fighting for life following...

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A very sad day for New Ross as the funeral Mass of young Sophie Caulfield (14) took place this morning. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam. independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Wexford teen who died following crash is laid to rest — ‘We mourn a life taken at a very young age,...

Wexford teen who died following crash is laid to rest — ‘We mourn a life taken at a very young age,...

Hundreds gathered in New Ross to celebrate the life of the 14-year-old, with touching tributes recalling a girl who was ‘full of energy and curiosity’ before her tragic death

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Darragh Clifford@darraghcliffordJul 21
Front pages of this week’s Wexford papers. In shops Wednesday or get the ePaper by subscribing to Independent Premium+ which is currently on special offer at €0.18c a day. Visit subscribe.independent.ie/
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Pádraig Byrne@byrne_padraigJul 20
Lots of talk about these #Wexford vape shops again in the past week. Here's the latest. 👇 independent.ie/county/wexfor…
‘They are being heavily monitored’ — Suspected drugs worth thousands seized after raids on Wexford...

‘They are being heavily monitored’ — Suspected drugs worth thousands seized after raids on Wexford...

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Devastating news in #Wexford as young Sophie tragically passed away in Temple Street Children’s Hospital on Friday from injuries she sustained in a crash. independent.ie/county/wexfor…
Family of Wexford teen Sophie Caulfield (14) requests ‘everyone to wear bright and colourful...

Family of Wexford teen Sophie Caulfield (14) requests ‘everyone to wear bright and colourful...

Funeral of crash victim to take place on Saturday

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Not something you see everyday on the main street in #Wexford 😎
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A great line-up announced for this year’s Kennedy Summer School… including a major STEM event! @JFK_SS independent.ie/county/wexfor…
From the White House to Bob Dylan, Kennedy Summer School promises packed programme

From the White House to Bob Dylan, Kennedy Summer School promises packed programme

Ambassador Geraldine Byrne Nason, Pat Kenny, Lara Marlowe, US Presidential Advisor and leading voices from Ireland, Europe and America announced for Kennedy Summer School in New Ross.

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Kennedy SummerSchool@JFK_SSJul 8
Something special is on the way. We're putting the finishing touches to this year's Kennedy Summer School prog & can't wait to share what's in store. Prog details, guest speakers & ticket information will be announced very soon you won't want to miss it. 27–29 Aug 2026 | New Ross
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