Love Drogheda BID has condemned a recent surge in graffiti across the town, describing it as costly, damaging, and deeply disheartening for local businesses. Over recent weeks, reports of vandalism have increased, with many business owners forced to spend their own resources on cleaning and repairs. For those with stone or permeable facades, the cost…
Robert O’Connor (31), of Drumgowna, Louth Village, has been charged with the murder of three of his family members following Monday’s tragic incident in Tallanstown. Mr O’Connor appeared before Drogheda District Court on Tuesday after being arrested shortly after the bodies of Mark O’Connor (54), Louise O’Connor (56), and their son Evan O’Connor (27) were…
Drogheda has a new way to experience its history, culture, and culinary talent – one bite at a time. The brainchild of well-known restaurateur Mark McGowan, the man behind Scholars, Peggy Moores and Sunday Street, Drogheda Food Tours is a walking experience that blends storytelling, local flavour, and a touch of surprise. “I always had…
Phase 2 Non-statutory Public Consultation on Route Options Louth County Council wishes to invite members of the public to participate in the non-statutory Public Consultation on the Route Options for the upgrade of part of the R178 Cavan to Dundalk Strategic Regional Road between the townlands of Castlering and Mullaboy. This consultation period will run…
Older people across Louth will now be able to travel with a friend or relative for free on public transport thanks to the introduction of a new Companion Travel Pass. The scheme, announced by the Department of Social Protection, extends the Free Travel entitlement for all those aged 70 and over, allowing them to nominate…
The community of Drumgowna near Tallanstown has been left devastated following the deaths of Mark O’Connor (54), his wife Louise (56), and their son Evan (27), who were found deceased at their home on Monday morning, 29th September. Shortly before 10am, Gardaí were called to attend the family’s residence. On arrival, uniform Gardaí made the…
The community of Louth has been left in deep shock and sadness following the deaths of Mark, Louise and Evan O’Connor at their home in Drumgowna, near Tallanstown, on Monday, 29th September. Gardaí confirmed that three people – two men and a woman – were found deceased at a residential property shortly after 10am. A…
Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Kevin Filipache, aged 13, who was reported missing from Dunleer, Co. Louth since the morning of Sunday September 28th 2025. Kevin is described as being approximately 5 feet 3 inches in height, with a slim build, brown eyes and black hair. It is unknown…
Bellewstown jockey Robert Whearty has his sights firmly set on the apprentice championship after reaching the landmark 95-winner mark at Listowel on Monday. His milestone success came on Gavin Cromwell’s Flying Fortress in the eight-furlong handicap, the 11/2 chance storming home inside the final furlong to beat Joseph O’Brien’s Annie’s Angel by half a length….
Three people have died following a stabbing at a house in Drumgowna near Tallanstown, Co Louth, this morning (Monday, 29th September 2025). Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the incident at a residential property shortly after 10am. Two men and a woman, all adults, were found dead at the scene. The area has been sealed…
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