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After a season of matches and training, Boyne Hock After a season of matches and training, Boyne Hockey Club's Transition Year players swapped their hockey gear for formal wear and enjoyed a memorable night at the Village Hotel in Bettystown.

The end-of-season celebration gave players the chance to relax, catch up with friends, and create lasting memories before the summer break.

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Best of luck to all students beginning their State Best of luck to all students beginning their State Examinations today.

At Ballymakenny College, more than 330 students are sitting their Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate exams, including 25 families with two or even three siblings taking State Exams at the same time.

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A once overlooked laneway in the heart of Drogheda A once overlooked laneway in the heart of Drogheda has been transformed by a stunning new 40-metre mural celebrating the wildlife and natural beauty of the Boyne Valley.

Created by acclaimed artist Friz, the artwork features native species including a heron, kingfisher, fox, rabbit and wren, bringing colour and vibrancy to Meatmarket Lane.

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A new footpath and cycleway linking schools on the A new footpath and cycleway linking schools on the Mill Road is set to be constructed during the summer holidays.

Councillor Stephen McKee has welcomed confirmation that a contractor has been appointed, describing the project as an important step towards providing safer walking and cycling routes for local families and students.

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Update: Missing Drogheda Teen Cian Mooney Found Sa Update: Missing Drogheda Teen Cian Mooney Found Safe and Well.

Cian Mooney, (16) who was reported missing from Drogheda, Co. Louth since Sunday 24th May 2026, has been located safe and well.

No further media action is required.

An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance.
A Lotto player in Co Louth is waking up a milliona A Lotto player in Co Louth is waking up a millionaire after winning an incredible €1,000,500 in Saturday night's special Lotto Plus Raffle draw.

The winning ticket was sold at Malone's Londis in Ardee, sparking excitement across the town.

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Congratulations to Termonfeckin poet Lorraine McAr Congratulations to Termonfeckin poet Lorraine McArdle, who has won the prestigious Collection of Poetry Award at Listowel Writers’ Week for the second time.

Her winning collection, Where the Women Go, explores the experiences of women navigating midlife, perimenopause and menopause.

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A successful weekend for Tredagh Boxing Academy at A successful weekend for Tredagh Boxing Academy at the prestigious Manchester Box Cup.

The club returned home with two gold medals and three silver medals after taking on some of the top boxing talent from across Europe.

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A motorcyclist has died following a collision invo A motorcyclist has died following a collision involving two motorcycles and a jeep on the N52 at Dunmahon, Co Louth.

The fatal crash occurred shortly before 12.30pm on Sunday. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage from anyone travelling in the area at the time.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact  Dundalk Garda Station on (042) 938 8400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station. 

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The Boyne Midsummer Festival is returning to Drogh The Boyne Midsummer Festival is returning to Drogheda this June with live music, family entertainment, workshops and cultural events taking place across two weekends. 

The programme includes pirate-themed family fun, live performances, craft workshops and late-night music events across the town.

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Congratulations to the Class of 2025/26! Drogheda Congratulations to the Class of 2025/26!

Drogheda Institute of Further Education celebrated the achievements of its graduates at the TLT Theatre this month, with students receiving qualifications across a wide range of disciplines including business, healthcare, childcare, beauty therapy, sport, multimedia, construction and the arts.

The ceremonies marked the end of one chapter and the beginning of another as graduates progress to further study, apprenticeships and careers.

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Three men have been arrested following a major Gar Three men have been arrested following a major Garda operation in Duleek, Co Meath.

Gardaí seized more than €440,000 in cash, £89,000 sterling and one kilogram of suspected cocaine during searches carried out by the Garda National Drugs and Organised Crime Bureau and the Drogheda Drug Unit.

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A day to remember in Dundalk as The Corrs were hon A day to remember in Dundalk as The Corrs were honoured with a Civic Reception, unveiled a stunning new mural and attended the opening of a special exhibition celebrating their extraordinary musical journey.

The hometown band received the highest honour Louth County Council can bestow, capping a memorable day of celebrations recognising their contribution to music and their enduring connection to Dundalk.

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The drinks are officially in for Luke Combs at Sla The drinks are officially in for Luke Combs at Slane Castle.

A court has granted a licence for alcohol sales at the two-day concert event in July, which is expected to attract up to 70,000 fans.

Preparations are now gathering pace for one of the biggest music events of the summer.

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More than 1.7 million people visited Meath’s herit More than 1.7 million people visited Meath’s heritage sites across 2024 and 2025, according to new figures from the OPW.

Popular attractions including Oldbridge Estate, the Hill of Tara, Brú na Bóinne, and Trim Castle, continue to draw huge visitor numbers to the county.

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Delays in the Garda vetting system are preventing Delays in the Garda vetting system are preventing staff from taking up jobs and adding to recruitment pressures in the childcare sector.

New figures show thousands of applications remain in progress, with some taking more than 12 weeks to complete.

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Local businesses gathered in Drogheda for a Lunch Local businesses gathered in Drogheda for a Lunch and Learn event focused on neurodiversity, accessibility and workplace inclusion.

Hosted by M1 Drogheda Chamber Skillnet and NOW Group, the event highlighted practical ways to create more inclusive workplaces.

Photo: Jenny Callanan Photography

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A 14-storey tower beside Laurance’s Gate, another A 14-storey tower beside Laurance’s Gate, another hike in electricity prices and a national obsession with three days of sunshine.

This week’s Flanagan on Friday asks whether common sense has quietly left the building.

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Gardaí are appealing for help in locating 16-year- Gardaí are appealing for help in locating 16-year-old Cian Mooney, who has been reported missing from Drogheda since Sunday, 24 May.

Cian may have travelled to the Crumlin area of Dublin and is also known to frequent Tallaght.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Drogheda Garda Station on 041 987 4200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.

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Louth TD Paula Butterly says proposed changes to r Louth TD Paula Butterly says proposed changes to rural housing rules could significantly increase the number of homes being built across the county.

She said the reforms would help people with genuine local connections build in their own communities.

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