ESB Networks has issued a strong public safety message as Storm Amy brings high winds and the risk of damage to electricity infrastructure across the country today (Friday, 3rd October). Met Éireann has placed six counties under a Status Orange wind warning from 2pm to 10pm, with the remainder of the country under a Status…
Drogheda and District Chamber has set out its Budget 2026 priorities to local political representatives, highlighting the urgent need for major infrastructure and business supports to unlock Drogheda’s potential as a hub for housing, industry, and employment. At an event in Kildare Street, hosted by Chambers Ireland, the Chamber presented its case under the theme…
Louth businesswomen made their mark at the Network Ireland National Conference and Awards, held in the Great Southern Hotel, Killarney on Friday, 26th September. The event, one of the most prestigious in the calendar for professional women across Ireland, celebrated leadership, ambition, and achievement across every sector of business life. After a strong showing at…
The Boyne Greenway is a 4.5km walking and cycling path that follows the River Boyne from Dominic’s Park in Drogheda to the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre at Oldbridge. This scenic route features riverside boardwalks and heritage signs with information on Irish mythology. From the Oldbridge Estate, you can also enjoy several self-guided walks…
Experience the Celtic Camino in the historic Boyne Valley. This 25km loop begins at St. Peter’s Church in Drogheda and winds through a scenic mix of greenway, woodlands, and riverside paths. Along the way, you’ll visit the 12th-century Old Mellifont Abbey and later pass through King William’s Glen and the Battle of the Boyne site….
Drogheda & District AC athletes delivered big performances this week across road, cross country and international events. At the Rathfarnham 5K, Paul Smith stormed to a category win in 15:28, with Rodney Thornton close behind in 16:08. PBs poured in from Paul Kierans (16:37), Morgan Reid (16:40), Thomas Breen (17:38), Shaun Conroy (18:21), Alan Wade…
Louth Councillor Rachel Kerley has called on Government to introduce new supports for first-time buyers purchasing second-hand homes, warning that current housing policy is leaving many young people at a disadvantage. While acknowledging the success of the Help to Buy Scheme in assisting buyers of new builds, Cllr Kerley said it fails to reflect the…
Drogheda athlete Sean Collier has completed an extraordinary 169km ultramarathon around the Ring of Kerry, raising funds and awareness for ACT Meningitis – a cause that is deeply personal to him and his family. Originally planning to run 163km, a route change at Moll’s Gap meant Sean clocked up an extra 6km, finishing the challenge…
Drogheda United face Waterford at the RSC on Friday evening in what is the penultimate away game of the season for the Boynesiders. Drogheda go into this game following a 1-1 draw at home to Derry City in Sullivan & Lambe Park last week. Josh Thomas and Michael Duffy both had good chances in the…
Over 45 secondary school student council members from across Drogheda gathered at Louth County Council’s Civic Offices this week for an inspiring workshop on voting and civic engagement, hosted in partnership with An Coimisiún Toghcháin (The Electoral Commission). The event was designed to empower young people to understand the importance of registering to vote and…
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