As the centenary of her birth approaches on October 20th, 2025, the people of Drogheda fondly remember Enda McEvoy McDonnell, better known to generations simply as Mrs Mac — the heart and soul of Barney Mac’s on the Chord Road. Born on 20th October 1925 in a room overlooking the River Cannock in Dublin, Enda…
Advance payments worth more than €6.59 million will begin issuing to farmers in Louth from Thursday, October 16th, according to Fine Gael TD Paula Butterly. Deputy Butterly said the payments, under the 2025 Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and Complementary Redistributive Income Support for Sustainability (CRISS) schemes, are a vital boost to local farm…
It was a strong week for Meath and Louth-linked trainers and jockeys across the country and beyond, with Gordon Elliott, Gavin Cromwell, Colin Keane and Andy McNamara all among the winners. Gordon Elliott and Jack Kennedy kicked off the week with victory at Tipperary on Monday, as five-year-old Getaway Beo took the mares’ maiden hurdle,…
Homeowners across Louth and Meath are being urged to revalue their homes before the November 7th deadline, as rising property prices could mean higher Local Property Tax (LPT) bills next year. According to tax experts at Orbitus, fears are growing nationwide that the surge in house prices since 2021 will push many into higher LPT…
The Mayor of Drogheda has expressed deep disappointment and concern following the announcement that Dunnes Stores is to close its long-standing branch on West Street. In a statement issued on behalf of the elected members of Drogheda Borough District, the Mayor said the decision appeared to have been made without any prior consultation or engagement…
About 27 staff members are expected to be affected when the Dunnes Stores outlet on West Street, Drogheda, Co. Louth closes its doors for the final time on October 31 — marking the end of more than 50 years of trading at the site. The store is among Dunnes Stores’ earliest branches, and its founder,…
Ace Athletic Club enjoyed a successful day at the 2025 Louth Odd Ages Cross Country Championships, with Chloe Cooney claiming a brilliant gold and several athletes earning silvers and bronze medals in a series of standout performances. The day began in style with seven-year-old Finn Murphy finishing third in the Under 8 boys’ race, showing…
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…
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…
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…
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