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Get Ready to Walk: Boyne Valley Trails September Festival Offers Hikes, History & Foraging

  The Boyne Valley Trails September Walking Festival returns this autumn, allowing walkers to immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty, heritage, and culture of the stunning Boyne Valley region in Ireland’s Ancient East. Expert guides will offer adventure like no other, exploring the Boyne Valley including the Boyne Camino and other hikes, through…

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Rugby Star Linda Djougang Puts Contact Lens Myths to the Test

Irish rugby international Linda Djougang, the newest ambassador for Specsavers, is tackling common myths about contact lenses and sharing how they’ve transformed her game. “Honestly, the biggest myth about contact lenses is that they’re uncomfortable,” says Linda. “I wear mine through intense training sessions and full matches, and I genuinely forget they’re even there. My…

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From Greenways to Urban Revival: Meath County Council’s Projects Recognised in National Awards

Meath County Council has been shortlisted for ten projects in the 2025 Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards. These awards celebrate the efforts of local authorities in improving communities and the quality of life for residents across Ireland. The ten shortlisted projects showcase the council’s commitment to community, culture, and innovation: Siamsa Glas Festival…

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Drogheda & District AC Athletes Deliver Strong Performances at National and Local Events

Drogheda & District AC athletes have delivered a series of strong performances in recent weeks, with members achieving success at national, regional, and local events. At the BNM Tullamore Harriers National and Leinster Half Marathon Championship, Colin Leonard secured a Leinster bronze medal. Despite the course’s difficult hills, he finished 15th overall among over 500…

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She Leads: Six Chambers Unite for Major Cross-Border Event Celebrating Women in Leadership

A major new cross-border event, She Leads Women Shaping Economies, is set to take place in Dundalk on Friday, September 5. The event is a unique collaboration between six Chambers of Commerce, all currently led by female Presidents, to celebrate women in leadership and their contributions to local economies. The event, organised by Dundalk Chamber,…

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Vantastival Announces Second Wave of Artists, Building on Star-Studded Lineup

Ireland’s much-loved independent music and campervan festival, Vantastival, has revealed its second wave of artists for the upcoming September event. Returning to Beaulieu House and Gardens in Co. Louth from September 19th–21st, 2025, the festival will once again combine live music, family-friendly fun, and a strong community atmosphere. With the initial lineup already featuring HousePlants,…

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Over €6.5 million in advance payments for Louth farmers

Advance payments worth more than €6.59 million will begin issuing to farmers in Louth from Thursday, October 16th, according to Fine Gael TD Paula Butterly. Deputy Butterly said the payments, under the 2025 Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and Complementary Redistributive Income Support for Sustainability (CRISS) schemes, are a vital boost to local farm…

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Drogheda Borough District calls for swift action on future of Dunnes Stores site

The Mayor of Drogheda has expressed deep disappointment and concern following the announcement that Dunnes Stores is to close its long-standing branch on West Street. In a statement issued on behalf of the elected members of Drogheda Borough District, the Mayor said the decision appeared to have been made without any prior consultation or engagement…

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Louth Producers Win Big at Blás na hÉireann Awards

SuperValu’s Louth-based Food Academy producers have once again been recognised for their excellence, claiming two awards at this year’s prestigious Blás na hÉireann Awards. This success forms part of SuperValu’s impressive national showing, with producers working with Ireland’s largest grocery retailer securing 96 awards across a wide range of categories, including SuperValu Own Brand, SuperValu…

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Newgrange World Heritage Site

Newgrange is a magnificent ancient temple, built over 5,200 years ago by a thriving farming community in the Boyne Valley. While often called a passage tomb, its true purpose was far more complex, serving as a site of astrological, spiritual, and ceremonial importance. Part of the Brú na Bóinne UNESCO World Heritage Site, Newgrange stands…

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