Category: News
Why Not Dunleer? Local Councillor Questions Lack of Progress on Station Reopening
A fresh call has been made for Irish Rail to re-open Dunleer train station. The demand came from mid-louth councillor Dolores Minogue who said such a move should be a priority for the area. If Dunleer station was back in operation it would also take the pressure off Drogheda which sees huge traffic jams on the Dublin road every day…
Post-Bank Holiday Pressure: 14 Patients Waiting on Trolleys at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
Fourteen people are waiting for beds in Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital after the bank holiday weekend They are being treated on trolleys in the emergency department. The figures were released by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation Trolley Watch team. There are currently 428 admitted patients waiting for beds in hospitals across…
Hiring Headaches: New Report Reveals Growing Disconnect Between Employers & Jobseekers
Why is it so hard to find the right person for the job, and why are jobseekers struggling to land the roles they want? A new report from recruitment experts Osborne suggests a major disconnect is growing between employers and candidates. Osborne CEO Shona McManus points to a “misalignment” in expectations, which is causing…
Taoiseach unveils new stamps for Daniel O’Connell 250th anniversary
The Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, has unveiled two new stamps commemorating the 250th anniversary of the birth of Daniel O’Connell, a towering figure in Irish history. Designed by Irish artist David Rooney, the stamps are now available at selected post offices and online at anpost.com/history. They pay tribute to O’Connell’s lasting legacy and his pivotal…
Road Safety on the Rise: Fatalities Drop from 20 to 9 in Local Garda Division
The number of people killed on the roads in the Louth /Cavan/Monaghan Garda Division have dropped significantly. A total of nine people lost their lives in road traffic incidents last year compared to twenty in 2023. So far this year three people have died. The head of the Division Chief Supt Alan McGovern…
Drogheda Blooms! Love Drogheda BID’s Flower Grant Initiative Transforms Town Centre
Drogheda’s ratepayer organisation, Love Drogheda BID (Business Improvement District), is thrilled to announce the successful completion of its Flower Grant Initiative for 2025, which has significantly enhanced the town centre’s visual appeal. The initiative saw a substantial commitment of over €7,700 from the organisation, contributing to a more beautiful and vibrant town. Since its inception,…
Christmas Boost: New Tesco Superstore at M1 Retail Park Set for Festive Opening
The new Tesco store being built on the M1 Retail Park in Mell is expected to open by Christmas. Work on the project is continuing at pace and is well on schedule. It is on a new site being opened right next to the existing Lidl store in the popular retail park. The new premises are…
Drowning Prevention Alert: Expert Advice on Rip Currents and Offshore Winds for Swimmers
Rip currents are a major cause of accidental drownings but can be notoriously difficult to spot. The Irish Coast Guard, RNLI and Water Safety Ireland are pleading with swimmers and particularly those who may be visiting an area they are not familiar with over the Bank Holiday weekend, to learn the warning signs, read local safety notices…
All Roads Lead to Croke Park: Louth Ladies Ready for All-Ireland Junior Final Showdown
All roads lead to Croke Park on Sunday when the Louth Ladies play in the All Ireland Junior Final against Antrim. The throw-in is at 11.45am and the game is being screened live on TG4. Tickets for the matchare €30 euros each and still available. You also get to see the Intermediate…
New Car Registrations Jump in Louth & Meath as EV Sales Surge
The number of new car registrations in County Louth has increased by 6.33% for the first seven months of this year. A total of 2518 new vehicles were sold from January to July compared to 2368 for the same period in 2024. Over in County Meath the number of new car registrations…