Drogheda Women & Children’s Refuge reports rising demand for domestic abuse services.
Drogheda Women & Children’s Refuge says demand continued to grow in 2025, with 316 women supported and hundreds unable to access refuge accommodation.
Community
Festival of Ideas debate puts Drogheda’s regeneration challenges under the spotlight.
Residents, planners and regeneration experts debated vacancy, Westgate investment and Drogheda’s future at the opening event of the 2026 Festival of Ideas.
Donore National School officially opens new running track.
Donore National School has officially opened its new running track, giving pupils a dedicated space to exercise, run and enjoy outdoor activity.
Meath Libraries to host free family events for National Public Libraries Open Day.
Photo: Barry Cronin/MCC People across Meath are being encouraged to visit their local library on Saturday, 26th September as National…
Louth Community Expo to showcase local groups and supports in Dunleer.
A free Louth Community Expo will take place in Dunleer on Wednesday, 30th September, bringing together local groups, services and volunteering opportunities.
Irish Wheelchair Association appeals for support ahead of annual fundraising day
Irish Wheelchair Association collectors will be out across Louth on Thursday, 24th September as the organisation holds its Annual Fundraising Day.
Homeless Street League returns to Drogheda for second year.
Drogheda United has launched a new season of the Homeless Street League, using football to support people experiencing homelessness and social exclusion locally.
Women take to the water for 15th Northeast Dip in the Nip.
Women from across the North East took to the water on Sunday, 13th September for the 15th Northeast Dip in the Nip in support of local cancer services.
Together for Hope event brings mental health supports together in Louth.
More than 40 service providers came together at the Monasterboice Inn for Healthy Louth’s first CommUnity Connect: Together for Hope event.
Festival of Ideas Launch Event
Festival of Ideas returns to Drogheda from 17th to 20th September, exploring vacancy, dereliction and regeneration through talks, workshops, exhibitions and urban walks.
