Cromwell must be spinning on his pedestal
Andy Burnham’s Drogheda ancestry has prompted Michael O’Dowd to call for renewed debate over Oliver Cromwell’s prominent statue outside Westminster.
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Sharon Tolan welcomes Garda progress over abuse targeting female councillors
East Meath councillor Sharon Tolan has welcomed reported Garda progress in an investigation into abusive phone calls targeting around 80 female councillors nationwide.
Practical Tips and Financial Support for Students Starting College this September.
Students heading to college this September can take a few simple steps to prepare, from setting a monthly budget to checking grants, discounts and other financial supports.
Laytown Races 2026 officially launched ahead of September return to the strand.
Laytown Races 2026 has officially launched, with the annual Pride of Place draw setting the scene for racing on the strand on 10th September.
HSE urges Louth and Meath patients to have their say on mental health care
People discharged from inpatient mental health care in Louth and Meath are being encouraged to take part in Ireland’s first National Mental Health Experience Survey.
Gardaà launch 24-hour National Slow Down Day operation
Gardaà will carry out a 24-hour National Slow Down Day operation on Monday, 31st August, with a particular focus on speeding around schools.
Drogheda man takes on Arctic Challenge for Irish Heart Foundation
Drogheda fundraiser Graham Brodigan is preparing for an eight-day Arctic Challenge for the Irish Heart Foundation, with a €10,000 fundraising target and a world record quiz attempt planned.
Drogheda National Services Day returns on 5th September.
Drogheda National Services Day returns on Saturday, 5th September, with emergency service displays, demonstrations and family activities taking place in the town centre.
Drogheda athlete Beatrice Cunningham wins gold at European Deaf Youth Games
Drogheda & District AC athlete Beatrice Cunningham has won 800m gold for Ireland at the inaugural European Deaf Youth Games in Hannover.
Dundalk cannabis seizure leads to arrests on both sides of the border
GardaÃ, Revenue and the PSNI have seized 119kg of cannabis worth an estimated €1.66 million in Dundalk, with further drugs, cash and imitation firearms recovered in Newtownabbey.
