Category: News
A “Breach of Human Dignity”: Over 8,000 Patients Await Beds as INMO Calls for Urgent Plan
The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) has revealed that over 8,055 patients went without a hospital bed in Ireland this August. The organisation is now calling on the HSE to outline detailed plans to radically reduce overcrowding before the winter season. INMO General Secretary Phil Ní Sheaghdha expressed concern over the high number of…
Meet Your Heroes: Emergency & Voluntary Services to Gather at Drogheda Port for National Services Day
The North East Region’s annual National Services Day (NSD) will take place on Saturday, September 6th, from 12 pm to 3 pm, at Drogheda Port. This year’s event will honor the men and women of the frontline services, offering the public a unique opportunity to meet the heroes who serve and protect our community. Despite…
Motorcyclist Hospitalised with Life-Threatening Injuries Following Drogheda Collision
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a van and a motorcycle at John Street, Dublin Road, Drogheda on 29th August 2025. The collision occurred shortly before 7:10am. The motorcyclist (a man aged in his 40s) was conveyed to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries. The…
Major Wins in Fight Against Knife Crime Revealed in New Report
Ireland’s battle against knife crime is seeing major victories, with new data from An Garda Síochána showing a significant downward trend. A comprehensive report published today confirms an overall drop in knife-related assaults, alongside a surge in Garda seizures and prosecutions. The stats paint a clear picture of progress: A 40% reduction in robberies with…
She Leads: Six Chambers Unite for Major Cross-Border Event Celebrating Women in Leadership
A major new cross-border event, She Leads Women Shaping Economies, is set to take place in Dundalk on Friday, September 5. The event is a unique collaboration between six Chambers of Commerce, all currently led by female Presidents, to celebrate women in leadership and their contributions to local economies. The event, organised by Dundalk Chamber,…
Anti-Dumping Initiative: Free Mattress & Couch Disposal Coming This Week
As part of the Anti-Dumping Initiative 2025 there will be a Mattress and Couch Disposal Amnesty on the following dates only: Wednesday 3rd September 2025 9:30am to 5:30pm V & W Civic Amenity Centre, Newry Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth, A91 X72W and V & W Civic Amenity Centre, Mell Road, Drogheda, Co. Louth, A92…
A Taste of All Nations: Multicultural Festival Returns to Drogheda
The Taste of All Nations multicultural festival, a vibrant celebration of diversity, food, and music, is returning to the Barbican Centre, Drogheda, this Saturday, 30th August, from 12 pm to 6 pm. The free, family-friendly event is organised by Hands 4 Unity. The festival brings people together to experience the rich flavours, sounds, and traditions…
School Secretaries and Caretakers Strike for Pension Parity
School secretaries and caretakers are set to take to the picket lines from Monday, September 1st, in a national strike for better pay and working conditions. The action comes as these essential school staff members highlight a significant disparity in their employment terms compared to their teaching and Special Needs Assistant colleagues. The workers are…
Punk Art Legend Gee Vaucher to Exhibit in Drogheda
Photo By: Cathal Carolan A temporary exhibition featuring the work of internationally renowned political artist Gee Vaucher is coming to Drogheda. Titled ‘WORDS WORDS WORDS,’ the exhibition, which is a collaboration with The Kiosk Project Art Space and curator Brian Hegarty, opens on Thursday, 11th September, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Vaucher, a former…