Category: News

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 The union has announced that strike action will be withdrawn to allow for the implementation of the agreement.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…

A new scheme allowing children aged five to eight to travel for free on public transport has been announced by the National Transport Authority (NTA). The news comes as welcome relief for local families and commuters. The NTA has confirmed it is launching a new ‘Child 5-8 Leap Card,’ which will give children in this…