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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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School Secretaries and Caretakers Strike for Pension Parity

School secretaries and caretakers are set to take to the picket lines from Monday, September 1st, in a national strike for better pay and working conditions. The action comes as these essential school staff members highlight a significant disparity in their employment terms compared to their teaching and Special Needs Assistant colleagues. The workers are…

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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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Business Owners Left Footing the Bill as Graffiti Cases Rise in Drogheda

Love Drogheda BID has condemned a recent surge in graffiti across the town, describing it as costly, damaging, and deeply disheartening for local businesses. Over recent weeks, reports of vandalism have increased, with many business owners forced to spend their own resources on cleaning and repairs. For those with stone or permeable facades, the cost…

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31-Year-Old Robert O’Connor Charged with Murder of Three Family Members

Robert O’Connor (31), of Drumgowna, Louth Village, has been charged with the murder of three of his family members following Monday’s tragic incident in Tallanstown. Mr O’Connor appeared before Drogheda District Court on Tuesday after being arrested shortly after the bodies of Mark O’Connor (54), Louise O’Connor (56), and their son Evan O’Connor (27) were…

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A Taste of Drogheda: Mark McGowan Launches Food Tours to Showcase Local Flavours

Drogheda has a new way to experience its history, culture, and culinary talent – one bite at a time. The brainchild of well-known restaurateur Mark McGowan, the man behind Scholars, Peggy Moores and Sunday Street, Drogheda Food Tours is a walking experience that blends storytelling, local flavour, and a touch of surprise. “I always had…

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R178 Cavan to Dundalk Strategic Regional Route

Phase 2 Non-statutory Public Consultation on Route Options Louth County Council wishes to invite members of the public to participate in the non-statutory Public Consultation on the Route Options for the upgrade of part of the R178 Cavan to Dundalk Strategic Regional Road between the townlands of Castlering and Mullaboy. This consultation period will run…

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Community in Mourning: Gardaí Appeal for Information After Deaths of O’Connor Family in Louth

The community of Drumgowna near Tallanstown has been left devastated following the deaths of Mark O’Connor (54), his wife Louise (56), and their son Evan (27), who were found deceased at their home on Monday morning, 29th September. Shortly before 10am, Gardaí were called to attend the family’s residence. On arrival, uniform Gardaí made the…

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