Two Louth Government TDs have welcomed new measures that will allow builders to develop new wastewater treatment facilities in collaboration with Uisce Eireann for smaller housing developments of up to 40 homes. Both Erin McGreehan and Paula Butterly said it will help speed up housing completions in the county. Deputy McGreehan of Fianna Fail said:…
Gardai have arrested two people over organised crime in the County Louth area. It is understood both are in their forties and have connections with Drogheda. They were detained on Wednesday and are being questioned at Garda stations in Dublin. Both have links to Robbie Lawlor, the notorious hitman who was shot dead in Belfast in April,2020…
A morning walk turned into a moment to remember for Mayor of Drogheda, Michelle Hall, when she came across a baby seal stranded on Termonfeckin Beach last week. Out just after 7am, Mayor Hall spotted the young seal alone on the sand and was about to call for help — but then, to her surprise,…
A new appeal for anyone with information about the Drogheda IPAS Centre arson attack has been made by Senator Alison Comyn in the Seanad. She said, “I am not going to comment on the vile creature who carried out the attack. It is the subject of a Garda investigation, and I want to let that happen. “Somebody…
The 28 asylum seekers left homeless after the arson attack on the IPAS centre in Drogheda have been moved to alternative accommodation. They were transferred to two different locations in the greater Drogheda area. Arrangements were also made by Louth County Council and Dept of Justice officials so that all the children affected got to their…
A touch of sparkle, a glass of prosecco, and a whole lot of heart — that’s what’s promised at the upcoming Pre-Loved & Prosecco Pop-Up Fashion Night, hosted by the Drogheda Women & Children’s Refuge this November. The event will bring together sustainability, style, and community spirit, giving high-end pre-loved fashion a second life while…
By Seamie Briscoe The Morriston RFC Male Choir from Wales finished their Irish Concert Tour recently when they performed for a packed audience in St Peters Church of Ireland in Drogheda with the Drogheda Male Voice Choir and local International Soprano, Amie Dyer. The proceeds of this “Amazing Concert” went to the Gary Kelly Cancer…
A Drogheda father, Aaron Murray, has been named Lidl Carer of the Year for Louth, recognising his extraordinary dedication to his family and the care he provides to his three children. Aaron received the award this morning at Lidl Dundalk, where he was presented with the honour by the store manager and representatives from Family…
County Louth has reaffirmed its strong community and environmental spirit, winning five Gold Medals in the 2025 SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition, announced last Friday at Croke Park. The Gold Medal winners are Blackrock, Dundalk, Drogheda, Ardee, and Dromiskin, with Dromiskin also taking the County Award. Tallanstown and Carlingford received Silver Medals, while Knockbridge earned a…
Drogheda’s own Boann Distillery, located in Bryanstown, has been named Family Food and Drink Producer of the Year at the 2025 Family Business Awards, recognising the Cooney family’s outstanding contribution to Irish craftsmanship, innovation, and enterprise. The Family Business Awards celebrate Ireland’s most exceptional family-run enterprises — those setting new benchmarks for excellence while making…
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