Drogheda Life

McDonald’s in Drogheda has been served with a closure order after rodent droppings were discovered in a storage unit at the side of the restaurant. The order, issued on August 27th by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), followed an inspection that found droppings on shelving and food equipment, as well as structural gaps…

Seán Kelly, MEP for Ireland South and Leader of Fine Gael in the European Parliament, has strongly criticised Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of imposing an “enforced famine” on innocent civilians in Gaza. Speaking during a debate in the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Tuesday, Mr Kelly said: “Words cannot do justice to…

Hundreds of women took to the sea in Co. Meath earlier this week for the Northeast “Dip in the Nip,” raising vital funds for the Oncology Unit at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda. Despite strong waves and wild conditions, participants braved the water at a secret beach location, cheered on by volunteers and supporters….

Uisce Éireann and the National Pesticides and Drinking Water Action Group (NPDWAG) are urging pesticide users in Louth to take extra care as the spraying season comes to a close. Since 2017, detections of pesticide exceedances in public drinking water supplies have dropped by more than 50%, thanks to the efforts of farmers, landowners, and…

Drogheda Creative Writers will take part in three special events for Culture Night on Friday, 19th September, showcasing poetry, collaboration, and creativity across the town. At 3pm, in collaboration with Just Write, the group will host a poetry reading in the Highlanes Gallery. Members will share poems and reflections on openness, discovery, celebration, and belonging,…

Louth County Council hereby gives notice of the Decision to Extend the duration of the Road Closure of: The L-20018-80 Mount Avenue Dundalk between R-934-0 Castletown Road and R-178-1 Carrickmacross Road to vehicular traffic in order to facilitate the completion of the Construction of new ESB Infrastructure. The extent of the road closure will be from the junction…

The Children’s Rights Alliance has warned that Ireland’s housing crisis is pushing child poverty back to levels last seen during the 2008 recession. New research published today by the ESRI, in partnership with Community Foundation Ireland, shows that when housing costs are taken into account, one in five children are living below the poverty line…

It was a big weekend for Drogheda & District AC with standout results at the Seamie Weldon Road Races in Ardee and the DSD Masters Team Games in Dundrum. In Ardee, the women’s 5K team of Yasmin Canning, Mia Jacob, Pamela Howard, and Ciara O’Reilly dominated to win county team gold. Canning was 2nd overall,…

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Blake Kavanagh, who is reported missing from Drogheda, Co. Louth, since Saturday 30th August 2025. Blake is described as being approximately 5 foot 10 inches in height, with a slim build, dark brown hair and brown eyes. When last seen, he was wearing…

Drogheda will celebrate the 400th anniversary of the birth of St. Oliver Plunkett with two special events for Culture Night on Friday, 19th September, 2025.   At 7:30 pm, a free performance of the celebrated play The True Story of the Horrid Popish Plot will take place at the Augustinian Church on Shop Street. Members…

Residents of Mell, Drogheda are demanding urgent road safety measures on a hazardous stretch of the R168, amid growing concern and a series of recent traffic incidents. Locals have described the road as a “race track,” particularly the section between St. Joseph’s National School and the entrance to Riverview Estate, where there are no traffic…

Fórsa trade union has confirmed that an agreement has been reached at the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) to bring the strike by school secretaries and caretakers to an end. The union has announced that strike action will be withdrawn to allow for the implementation of the agreement. A key element of the deal is a…

Tredagh Boxing Academy had a superb run in recent competitions, with boxers bringing home multiple titles and medals from both the National Cadet Championships and the Emerald International Box Cup. At the All-Ireland Junior Cadet U15 Championships, the academy entered two boxers. Ceejay Sheelan put in a strong performance, winning his first bout to advance…

Ballymakenny Farm, a family-run grower in Drogheda, is now partnering with Marks & Spencer to supply a unique range of locally grown heritage potatoes to stores across Ireland. The Speciality and Heritage Irish Potatoes will be available on M&S shelves as of Thursday 4th September.  The fourth-generation farm is run by husband-and-wife team David and…

Family Carers Ireland has launched this year’s Lidl Family Carer of the Year Awards, now in their 18th year. The awards, which are supported by new title sponsor Lidl, recognise the dedication and commitment of family carers across Ireland. The public can nominate a friend or family member for the award until the deadline of…

  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…

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…

Recruiters expect the number of job vacancies to rise in the coming months, but a new report warns that access to talent remains the biggest challenge. The latest Labour Market Monitor from the Employment and Recruitment Federation (ERF), supported by ICON Accounting, found that more than half of recruiters (55%) anticipate an increase in vacancies…

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…

Following the buzz of the new series of The Traitors Ireland on RTÉ One, sponsor Very has released new research on the loyalty of Irish women. The study, conducted by Amárach Research, reveals a mixed bag of findings on how women navigate friendships, fashion, and secrets. The key findings show that while most Irish women…

Meath and Louth-based trainers and jockeys had a stellar week with wins across the country. Harvey and McConnell Dominate Downpatrick and Bellewstown Jockey Alex Harvey had a fantastic week, securing doubles at both Downpatrick and Bellewstown. At Downpatrick, he teamed up with trainer John McConnell to win with Camlin Park. Harvey followed up with another…

Over 450 volunteers in County Louth have already signed up to join the Big Beach Clean 2025, which takes place from September 19th to 21st. This annual event is part of the International Coastal Cleanup, a global initiative to remove marine litter and contribute to vital research. With the deadline for registration fast approaching, this…

Gardaí in Drogheda continue to investigate a two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a van and a motorcycle which occurred at John Street, Dublin Road, Drogheda, shortly before 7:10am on Friday, 29th August 2025. The motorcyclist, a man in his 40s, sustained critical injuries and was taken to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, where…

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…

Ireland’s battle against knife crime is seeing major victories, with new data from An Garda Síochána showing a significant downward trend. A comprehensive report published today confirms an overall drop in knife-related assaults, alongside a surge in Garda seizures and prosecutions. The stats paint a clear picture of progress: A 40% reduction in robberies with…

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,…

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…

Photo By: Cathal Carolan  A temporary exhibition featuring the work of internationally renowned political artist Gee Vaucher is coming to Drogheda. Titled ‘WORDS WORDS WORDS,’ the exhibition, which is a collaboration with The Kiosk Project Art Space and curator Brian Hegarty, opens on Thursday, 11th September, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Vaucher, a former…

Political pressure is mounting on Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital as it continues to review the histopathology results for over 1,000 patients. The development has been met with “deep shock” from local TDs, who are demanding answers and full transparency from hospital management. Labour TD Ged Nash wrote to Hospital Manager Gary Keenan, requesting a…

  Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital is carrying out a major review after dozens of patients received a “miscategorisation” of pre-cancerous cells.   It is understood in some cases the severity of the cancer was increased while others were decreased.   Each of the patients affected were all attending the same consultant.   Details of the…

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 40-year-old Keith Lawlor who is reported missing from his home in Drogheda, Co. Louth since Tuesday 13th May 2025. Keith is described as being approximately 5 feet 10 inches in height, with a slim build, blonde hair and blue eyes. When last…