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Cabinet pledges to put a “special focus” on Drogheda and its environs Today could well turn out to be a red letter day for Drogheda and it’s people after the Cabinet agreed this morning that the Government will put a “special focus” on the town and its environs. Speaking this afternoon at the launch of the…

The Connect Family Resource Centre in Moneymore is literally at the heart of the community to which they provide a myriad of services. From a small house they strive to combat disadvantage and improve the lives of local by creating a welcoming, non-judgemental space that meets ever-changing needs through listening, support, education and networking. Their…

Old Abbey to get the rainbow treatment Here’s a date for your diary – the Drogheda LGBTQ Pride 2021 Family Fun Day takes place on Sunday, August 1 at the Old Abbey. With Lots of fun and games for all the family with live entertainment from the fabulous Kidkast dancers it promises to be an…

Irish Water and Louth County Council have completed repair work on a burst watermain which has affected the supply in Drogheda since early on Monday morning.  Hundreds of households and over 70 hospitality businesses in Drogheda town and others further afield were left without water for over 24 hours after one of the main water…

“We couldn’t believe the condition of the house” says tenant Choice Based Letting system is a pure gamble, a ‘Lucky dip’ says Cllr Power A house in Rathmullan Park that was allocated to a young woman who had spent eight years on the waiting list was in such a bad state of repair that she…

Gardaí seized 13,500 counterfeit cigarettes, 9.75kg of tobacco and €3,855 in cash in Drogheda yesterday, Monday July 19, 2021 following three separate searches in the town. The operation involved uniform members of the Garda Drogheda Community Action Team (D-CAT) who were assisted by members of the Revenue’s Customs Service and related to the sale of counterfeit cigarettes…

Met Éireann are forecasting warm weather to continue throughout the week and this morning the animals at the Tayto Park Zoo in County Meath are staying refreshed with a range of cool treats prepared by their keepers ensuring they can also have fun in the sun!  One way to ensure animals stay comfortable during this…

The Aldi Community Games is back, and what’s more, outdoor events will be held in person! Ireland Women’s Rugby star Beibhinn Parsons was in IT Carlow today, where the national finals will take place, to make the announcement. Over 30,000 children are expected to take part across a wide range of sports including; athletics track,…

Minister must leverage 71% stake in AIB to prevent closure of branches The Labour Party’s Finance Spokesperson, Drogheda Deputy Ged Nash, has called for AIB to halt proposed bank closures until a banking review has been completed. Speaking today after the announcement by AIB that they are to close 15 branches, mainly in Dublin and…

More than 24 hours after a major watermain burst on the Donore Road hundreds of homes and businesses in Drogheda are still without a water supply and are unlikely to be re-connected before 6.00 pm this evening. In a statement issued this morning Irish Water said that the repairs may cause supply disruptions to Donore Road,…