Independent Councillor Declan Power has raised concerns about environmental and safety standards at Clogherhead Harbour following the sinking of an illegal fishing trawler last Tuesday night, which resulted in an estimated 1,200 litres of diesel entering the harbour waters. Cllr. Power described the incident as “potentially an environmental and public safety catastrophe,” saying it highlights…
By Seamie Briscoe Last Saturday was a day of mixed emotions at Shamrock Lodge the home of Boyne Rugby Club. Prior to their Leinster League Div 1A game with Tullamore, a minutes silence was observed to respect the passing recently, of founding member, Seamus ‘Sham’ Davis. However, a thrilling rugby game followed between two sides…
39-year-old Ellen Garvey from Drogheda, Co. Louth, has launched a campaign calling for therapy support dogs to be allowed to accompany their owners on public transport throughout Ireland. Ellen, who has Spina Bifida, Hydrocephalus, and Epilepsy, says her dog Treasa is much more than a pet — describing her as her “lifeline” and source of…
By Seamie Briscoe The magnificent reputation which Drogheda has built up over the years in Classical and Choral Music Recitals will be further enhanced when Morriston RFC, a top male choir from Wales, will visit Drogheda for a week to take in choral engagements in various parts of the country. During the time they will…
Drogheda & District AC athletes enjoyed a hugely successful weekend at the Louth Novice and Uneven County Championships held at the Louth GAA Centre of Excellence in Darver. The club celebrated two individual county champions, one team county title, and two individual bronze medals, with standout performances from Eve Cunningham and Emily Garvey. Ladies Novice…
The 33rd annual Business to Arts Awards took place at the National Concert Hall, celebrating the outstanding achievements of partnerships between businesses and arts organisations across Ireland. More than 500 business and arts leaders attended the 2025 ceremony, which recognised projects that set new standards for how corporate engagement can shape cultural infrastructure and honour…
Louth County Council strongly condemns the recent act of vandalism at Moneymore Playground in Drogheda. This incident, which occurred earlier this week, has caused significant damage to the facilities, creating a safety hazard and resulting in substantial repair costs. The estimated cost of repairs, including the replacement of the safety surface, removal of damaged equipment,…
n a surprising twist that has caught many music fans off guard, American country superstar Luke Combs has been announced as the headline act for Slane Castle on Saturday, 18th July 2026, as part of his “My Kinda Saturday Night Tour.” While speculation in recent weeks pointed towards possible headliners such as U2 or Coldplay,…
Cllr Wayne Harding has welcomed the announcement of €620,000 in funding towards the design and planning of the recently purchased period house and garden in Slane village. The funding, allocated by Minister Darragh Callery, will support the development of detailed plans for the site’s future use and preservation. Cllr Harding said the next phase will…
From footballers going green to foodies fighting food waste, Meath and Louth are gearing up for a packed week of community-powered climate action as Climate Action Week 2025 kicks off from 13th–19th October. This year’s theme, “People-Powered Climate Action”, is inspiring a wave of creativity across both counties, with local residents, schools, businesses, and community…
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