Drogheda Life

Children across Louth are being asked to support vulnerable youngsters around the world by hosting a tea party in their final weeks of school. The new initiative is organised by Team Hope, the charity working to transform children’s lives by tackling poverty and inequality in African and Eastern European countries.  Now in its 15th year,…

  The Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre is supporting International Men’s Health Week by hosting a series of free events aimed at encouraging men to prioritise their health and well-being and to access support when they need it most. Each year, around 13,000 men in Ireland are diagnosed with invasive cancer, with prostate, lung, and…

Drogheda Institute of Further Education (DIFE) hosted its annual graduation ceremony at the TLT Theatre in Drogheda recently celebrating the outstanding achievements of the graduating class of 2024/25. Due to the large number of graduates, two sessions were held to accommodate all attendees. Graduates were awarded qualifications across a wide range of disciplines, receiving QQI…

Talks between Drogheda Credit Union and Progressive Credit Union regarding a possible transfer of engagements which were announced some weeks ago have come to an end and the proposed transfer will not now be happening. In an announcement issued last night, the two Drogheda Credit Unions said: Drogheda Credit Union and Progressive Credit Union can…

Louth County Council is currently developing a new 5-year Tourism Strategy for County Louth (2025–2030). This strategy will set out clear and practical actions to support tourism development, attract more national and international visitors, and strengthen the local visitor economy. The goal is to grow tourism in a way that delivers real benefits for local…

Louth County Council is undertaking public consultation on the provision of CCTV Cameras in public areas within County Louth. We seek your views on the implementation of CCTV for the prevention of litter and illegal dumping in the following areas: Williamson Place/Ramparts Road, Dundalk Laneway between the Holy Redeemer Church and Family Resource Centre, Dundalk…

It has been a special week for Boyne AC, filled with big performances, proud moments, and a glimpse into a very bright future for the club. From the national stage in Tullamore to local roads and the high energy of the Leinster Championships, our athletes showed exactly what they’re made of. Things kicked off on…

Meath County Council has been granted over €100,000 in funding for several biodiversity projects in 2025 from the National Parks and Wildlife Service Local Biodiversity Action Fund. The Meath funding is part of a €2.9 million announcement was made by Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government James Browne, TD, and Minister of State for…

President Michael D. Higgins highlights “crucial role” of Youth Work Ireland’s Educations & Training Boards (ETBs), including Louth & Meath ETB, have called for sustainable investment in youth services and better collaboration across education, youth services and families to tackle child poverty, school absenteeism and mental health challenges, and to support young people to thrive….