A new national survey by Mental Health Ireland has found that nearly one in five people in Ireland do nothing each week to support their mental health, with time, screen use, and financial pressure emerging as the biggest barriers to wellbeing. The findings, released as part of Mental Health Ireland’s 2025 Mental Health Month Campaign,…
Drogheda’s transformation from a historic town to Ireland’s newest city is being captured in striking fashion through a new short film launched today by the Drogheda City Status Group (DCSG). Shot entirely by drone over recent weeks, the film visually documents the town’s explosive growth and expansion — highlighting dozens of major new housing developments…
Bellewstown’s Robert Whearty continued his fine run of form this week, claiming victory at Bellewstown with Ukiyo for trainer Gavin Cromwell and the First Law Syndicate. The pair took the six-furlong handicap in impressive style, holding off Sovereign Banter by a length and a quarter — Whearty’s 21st win of the season so far. Elsewhere,…
Louth Sinn Féin TDs Joanna Byrne and Ruairí Ó Murchú have condemned the reported detention of Senator Chris Andrews, who was among hundreds of humanitarian activists on board the Global Sumud Flotilla bound for Gaza. The flotilla, which included representatives from 46 countries, was carrying humanitarian aid such as food and medical supplies to civilians…
Drogheda and District Chamber has set out its Budget 2026 priorities to local political representatives, highlighting the urgent need for major infrastructure and business supports to unlock Drogheda’s potential as a hub for housing, industry, and employment. At an event in Kildare Street, hosted by Chambers Ireland, the Chamber presented its case under the theme…
Louth Councillor Rachel Kerley has called on Government to introduce new supports for first-time buyers purchasing second-hand homes, warning that current housing policy is leaving many young people at a disadvantage. While acknowledging the success of the Help to Buy Scheme in assisting buyers of new builds, Cllr Kerley said it fails to reflect the…
Drogheda athlete Sean Collier has completed an extraordinary 169km ultramarathon around the Ring of Kerry, raising funds and awareness for ACT Meningitis – a cause that is deeply personal to him and his family. Originally planning to run 163km, a route change at Moll’s Gap meant Sean clocked up an extra 6km, finishing the challenge…
Love Drogheda BID has condemned a recent surge in graffiti across the town, describing it as costly, damaging, and deeply disheartening for local businesses. Over recent weeks, reports of vandalism have increased, with many business owners forced to spend their own resources on cleaning and repairs. For those with stone or permeable facades, the cost…
Robert O’Connor (31), of Drumgowna, Louth Village, has been charged with the murder of three of his family members following Monday’s tragic incident in Tallanstown. Mr O’Connor appeared before Drogheda District Court on Tuesday after being arrested shortly after the bodies of Mark O’Connor (54), Louise O’Connor (56), and their son Evan O’Connor (27) were…
Older people across Louth will now be able to travel with a friend or relative for free on public transport thanks to the introduction of a new Companion Travel Pass. The scheme, announced by the Department of Social Protection, extends the Free Travel entitlement for all those aged 70 and over, allowing them to nominate…
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