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Single mother fears going to jail over dog she says she never had
Mum-of-two Mary Boyle claims she had no choice but to borrow €500 from a money lender to pay a fine for having no dog licence – when she didn't even have a dog.
'Fun uncle' sexually assaulted niece (13)
A 52-YEAR-old man who sexually assaulted his teenage niece at her grandmother's home has been given a three year sentence, with the final 12 months suspended, after the circuit court heard he made a statement to Gardaí before a complaint was made to them.
Final farewell to Olympian 'Socks'
WEST Street came to a standstill last Friday for the last journey of Tony 'Socks' Byrne, Drogheda's Olympic bronze medal winner from 1956 in Melbourne.
Sympathy extended to family of Adrian Donohoe
SYMPATHY was extended to the family and colleagues of Det. Garda Adrian Donohoe at last week's ceremony in The Tholsel.
Woman wanted to petrol bomb rape victim's home
THE daughter of a rapist from Drogheda wanted to petrol bomb the house of her father's victim because he had 'completely convinced' her the woman had lied during his trial.
Jennie fought in American Civil War disguised as a man
CLLR FRANK Godfrey is calling for a memorial to be erected in Clogherhead for one of its most interesting and historic figures.
Drunk man said he was going to kill his brother
A MAN who threatened to kill his brother and was so intoxicated he was arrested for his own safety had his case adjourned to June 21st at Drogheda District Court.
Driver pleads guilty to causing death
A WOMAN has pleaded guilty to driving causing the death of a woman near Drogheda the day she was due to return home to America.
Chalked x-marks spark fears of burglary targets
THEY HIT the national headlines recently when they appeared in other parts of the country, and now the chalk marks which are said to be left by burglars near intended targets seem to have re-surfaced in Drogheda.
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€500 fine - even though I don't have a dog!
A DROGHEDA woman claims she was forced to borrow €500 to pay a fine for having no dog licence – when she didn't even have a dog at the time.
McWeeney family raises over €13,300 for cancer campaign
THE MCWEENEY family from Dowth recently raised an incredible €13,307.48 for the Irish Cancer Shave or Dye campaign.
Slimmers shed pounds and gain cash
A SIX WEEK Slim For Good challenge ended on a high for the Slimming World Duleek members, when they not only lost weight - but raised money for a great local cause.
'No plans' to excavate ancient boat in Boyne
THE Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht have no plans to excavate the ancient boat found on the bed of the River Boyne in Drogheda, it has been revealed.
Town given visitors' seal of approval
THE US and Canadian tourists who have begun to visit Drogheda on a weekly basis have given the town a huge thumbs up, according to Minister Fergus O'Dowd.
Bernadette's pride at seeing 'her Paddy' listed among great names
MORE than a few times Bernadette Morrissey has put a tissue to her eyes in the years since she lost her husband Paddy.
Thieves using roofs to enter businesses
GARDAI ARE warning business owners to secure any roof access along with the rest of their premises following a spate of burglaries last week.
Motorist drove off and hit car
A MAN who panicked when stopped by gardaí and drove off colliding with a car a short distance away has been given a six month sentence at Drogheda District Court.
Mum (52) set up growhouse to get through hard times
A 52-YEAR old mother of five with no previous convictions attempted to set up a cannabis growing facility in her home to help her family out of hard times, Drogheda District Court has heard.
Schoolgirl's ear slit by latch on open bin
A SEVEN-year old girl suffered a serious injury to her ear at Tullyallen National School last week, when she collided with the latch on an open litter bin.
'No plans' to excavate ancient boat in Boyne
THE Department of Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht have no plans to excavate the ancient boat found on the bed of the River Boyne in Drogheda, it has been revealed.
Thieves using roofs to enter businesses
GARDAI ARE warning business owners to secure any roof access along with the rest of their premises following a spate of burglaries last week.
Mum (52) set up growhouse to get through hard times
A 52-YEAR old mother of five with no previous convictions attempted to set up a cannabis growing facility in her home to help her family out of hard times, Drogheda District Court has heard.
Town given visitors' seal of approval
THE US and Canadian tourists who have begun to visit Drogheda on a weekly basis have given the town a huge thumbs up, according to Minister Fergus O'Dowd.
Volunteers roll sleeves up to clean Ramparts
THANKS TO the combined efforts of a team of local volunteers, the Ramparts is looking spic and span again for everyone to enjoy!
Slimmers shed pounds and gain cash
A SIX WEEK Slim For Good challenge ended on a high for the Slimming World Duleek members, when they not only lost weight - but raised money for a great local cause.
Sloppy Drogs at sixes and sevens
STORM clouds loomed overhead en route to a sodden Tallaght Stadium last Saturday and it ended up raining goals as Shamrock Rovers humiliated Drogheda to win the Setanta Sports Cup.
Defiant Duleek claim they'll be crowned MDL champions
DULEEK kept alive their chances of being crowned MDL champions on Sunday as they dethroned Woodview Celtic with a hugely impressive victory at the Tollstone.
Nulty one to watch in Ràs
NEXT Sunday in Dunboyne sees 180 cyclists from across the world line up to compete in the An Post 8-Day Ras, now a 2.2 world-ranked event - and once again there are high hopes for some local success.
Holders book semi spot
HOLDERS Knockbridge progressed directly to the semi finals of the Louth Special Championship thanks to a hard earned victory over Naomh Moninne at Pairc an Chuinnigh on Saturday evening.
Hawks hit jackpot
GOALS from Bema Meite and skipper Thomas O'Connell decided this Under-12 Cup Final at Hunky Dorys Park on Friday night.
Skipper appalled as performance 'lets down fans'
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Parents say system unfair to Down syndrome children
LOCAL PARENTS of children with Down syndrome have helped form a campaign, lobbying against what they say is unfair, unequal and discriminatory policy within the current education system towards their children.
Bravery known long before tragic death
PATRICK Morrissey's bravery was recognised by Assistant Garda Commissioner Kieran Kenny who said his bravery was known before he was murdered in 1985.
Futuristic robot in Maher's Chemist
MAHER'S CHEMIST may have been in business for over 80 years but the family-run company is not behind the times when it comes to technology.
Fitting conclusion to the 'greatest story ever told'
'TRUE greatness is only achieved when filled with an inner passion'.
Bookings set to open for popular walking festival
BOOKINGS ARE being taken from this Friday for the annual Boyne Valley Walking Festival, which takes place at various locations over the June bank holiday weekend.
Prize-winner Kareiz lives the high life for a day
One lucky Drogheda shopper's heart was all aflutter after winning a fantastic raffle in Specsavers Drogheda.
Father and son enjoy amazing fall from sky
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'Lifeline' bill still a mystery to many
IT WAS introduced less than a month ago, but there are still thousands of people for whom the Personal Insolvency Bill is a complete mystery.
Mastered anti-gravity yoga...while pregnant!
LOCAL fitness instructor Laura Armada Buch is defying gravity - and expectations - after becoming the world's first AntiGravity Yoga Master while six months pregnant.
Children create mini-monuments of the world
The children and parents of Bellewstown NS completed a home-school link project entitled 'Monuments of the World' recently.
Peruvian trip in pipeline for Brendan
IT'S A long way from the tranquil shores of Termonfeckin to the wilds of Peru, but that's exactly where environmental student Brendan Sheils is hoping to head – with a little help from his friends.
Campaign for pitches and playground
THE battle has commenced to secure a playground, playing pitches and a community centre for the Termon Abbey/Aston Village area of Drogheda.
Liz strikes it lucky to win €78k
LUCKY Liz Fraser from Drogheda had plenty to celebrate this week after scooping almost €80,000 and a holiday to Thailand on RTE's National Lottery Winning Streak TV Gameshow.
Duleek 10k event to surpass €20k target
THE Duleek Cystic Fibrosis 10k mini marathon proved to be a huge success.
Motoring ahead for show
THE DROGHEDA Motor Show was launched recently as the Tall Ships docked for the Drogheda Maritime Festival.
Popular Lourdes Brass Band put on quite a show for Tall Ships visitors
THE Lourdes Brass Band turned out in force to support the recent Tall Ships visit to Drogheda.
Members line out for Boyne 10k to help save soccer club
MEN, WOMEN and children. They all donned the colour and the running shoes for mighty East Meath United for the Coca-Cola International Services Boyne 10k.
Excitement is building ahead of Fleadh Cheoil
IT is that time of year again when the cream of Irish traditional musicians come together to take part in Fleadh Cheoil Chontae Lú, which will be taking place from May 10 to 12 in Drogheda.
