Category: News

During a recent Dáil debate on transport Drogheda Sinn Féin TD Joanna Byrne raised the need for a Train Station on the north side of town – something that was promised years ago in the Northern Environs Plan. Deputy Byrne said that the Government’s policies have turned Drogheda into a commuter town and commuters need…

Tredagh Boxing Academy proudly represented Ireland at the prestigious 2025 Manchester Senior and U18 International Box Cup, held at Leigh Sports Village in Manchester. This renowned event attracted elite talent from across Europe and the United Kingdom, with finals day broadcast live on Sky Sports – underlining the high calibre of competition. Three Tredagh boxers…

  Louth County Council, in collaboration with the Louth Local Sports Partnership (LLSP), will host a free Family Fun Day to celebrate National Play Day 2025 on Sunday, 6th July. The event, which is run in conjunction with St Kevin’s GFC, will take place at the club’s GAA ground in Philipstown, Dunleer, from 10am to 2pm….

Local Aontú spokesperson Michael O’Dowd has given a cautious welcome to the response from Bus Éireann to Deputy Peadar Tóibín’s parliamentary question on the issue of accessibility at Drogheda Bus Depot. “The confirmation that a dedicated drop-off area, adjacent to the existing disabled parking bay, is scheduled for completion by the end of June is…

Louth County Council has announced the completion of 13 new, high-quality social housing units at our Boice Court (Phase 2) development at Mell, Drogheda. Built by ML Quinn Construction Ltd, these units are the first of 72 new social houses to be delivered on the project, which is funded by the Department of Housing, Local…

The Irish Red Cross has issued an urgent alert, warning that the Gaza Strip is on the brink of an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe. Its partners, the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) continue to operate under extreme and life-threatening conditions. Thanks to the generosity of the Irish public,…

“Emotional, mental and physical health must take centre stage in how Ireland supports and celebrates ageing.” That was the message sent out yesterday by Age Friendly Ambassadors from across the country including renowned Drogheda businessman, Gavin Duffy.   New insights gathered from Age Friendly Ireland’s network of 30 high-profile Ambassadors from the worlds of entertainment,…

To protect Ireland’s vital coastal ecosystems, both Louth and Meath County Councils are working to promote the “Think Before You Flush” campaign and responsible waste disposal. This collaborative initiative will see both authorities displaying Think Before You Flush signs at Blue Flag beaches and marinas. The signage will explain appropriate flushing behaviour, identify the 3 P’s and…

I had a very special moment yesterday when, for five minutes in a busy day, I was transported to a special place by the sheer power of wonderful music expertly played. The music was played by three young harpists, Jaymee, Ryan and Kayla Martin from Dromiskin at the launch in the Highlanes Gallery of An…

By Andy Spearman “There are no problem buildings, only problem owners” A Heritage Officer with An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland, has strongly criticised local property owners and Louth County Council for allowing many of Drogheda’s finest buildings to fall into dereliction. Speaking on Sunday afternoon at a tour of Drogheda organised by a group…