The search has officially begun to find the next Miss Louth to follow in the footsteps of reigning Miss Louth, Amy Monaghan (21) from Ardee who is studying to be a primary school teacher at Maynooth University.    

Amy has a huge interest in singing, dancing and acting and has been involved in stage school all her life. This can be seen in her teaching as she encourages the teaching of drama and music in the classroom.  

Her course offers her the opportunity to do the usual primary school placements as well as a Gaelscoil placement and a placement in “Ardee Day Care Centre” that she completed last year.  

Her interest in the arts can be seen both on stage and in front of the camera. She performed in the “Bord Gáis Energy Theatre” in 2017. She was featured in a HSE QUIT smoking ad that went on to air in America in which she sang to Gloria Gaynor’s hit song “I Will Survive”.

She featured on RTÉ Junior’s “The Beo Show” at the age of 10 where she sang with Fiachna Ó Braonáin from the Hothouse Flowers, she also appeared in Nathan Carter’s music video for his song “Summer’s Here”.  

Whether it’s meeting up with friends or going to an event Amy loves to always be on the go, she also has a new interest in the gym.  As well as the glamour side of Miss Ireland, she wants to make a difference through the charity work opportunities that the competition offers.  

She has been involved in shows to raise money for charities such as “Aoibheann’s Pink Tie” and “Make A Wish” and ran her Beauty with a Purpose event to raise funds for “Ardee Hospice Homecare” which is a charity very close to her heart and close to all the people of Ardee and the “Julian Benson CF Foundation” supporting people suffering with CF and their families.

The search is now on to find contestants from each county to take part in the Miss Ireland 2024/2025 competition.  The winner from each county will represents their county and title various events, awards and appearances and also take part in a in a spectacular show on March 29th 2025 to crown the new Miss Ireland and Mr Ireland.  

Full details on how to enter are available on www.miss-ireland.ie or on the Miss Ireland App now available from Apple App Store or Google Play or @missirelandorg and @mrirelandorg on Instagram and Facebook.  Applications close on August 31st 2024.

The search for Miss Ireland promises to be a fascinating journey because this year, organisers are also delving into the past of the historic competition.  

“We are thrilled to announce that we are delving into the captivating history of Miss Ireland” said Brendan Marc Scully, Director of Miss Ireland.

“From the inaugural year of the competition in 1947 to the present day, we are seeking photographs that will unravel the timeless elegance and legacy of Miss Ireland and those crowned for each county in Ireland through the years.  

“ We would especially love to find and celebrate all those who we don’t have records for going back to the fifties, sixties, seventies, eighties and nineties”.

 The quest is on to unearth the treasures of Miss Ireland's illustrious past and discover the iconic moments, the dazzling smiles, and the unforgettable triumphs that have shaped the legacy of Miss Ireland over the decades. If you or someone you know were crowned Miss Ireland or won a county title over the years, please contact events@miss-ireland.ie.

The finalists of this year’s Miss Ireland will be put through their paces in a challenging competitive process testing their skills in debating, public speaking, talent, sports, modelling, social media and each finalist will be tasked with raising much-needed awareness and funds for their chosen charities. 

Established in 1947, Miss Ireland has been the launch pad for many eminent, successful, and inspiring women in Ireland.  In recent years the Miss Ireland Franchise has raised over €350,000 for various charities including Laura Lynn, Temple Street, Alzheimer’s Ireland, Pieta House, The Cari Foundation and this year are proud to partner with The Julian Benson Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The winner of Miss Ireland and Mr Ireland will receive a lucrative agency contract and a host of prizes and then both will jet off to represent their country at their respective Mr World and Miss World Festival which is televised in over 100 countries around the world. See www.miss-ireland.ie for more information.