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€323k For 112 Local Projects In Louth Under The Community Support Fund – O’Dowd

Local Fine Gael TD, Fergus O’Dowd, has warmly welcomed news that over €323k has been approved for 112 local Louth projects under the 2022 Community Support Fund. O’Dowd said “Energy bills and general overheads have crucified local organisations over the last 12-18 months and this modest funding will provide a welcome relief. “The national funding […]

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History Made at Louth County Council as Two Female Councillors Hold Top Posts

History was made at County Hall on Monday, June 19th as two female councillors were elected as Cathaoirleach and Leas-Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council. Cllr. Paula Butterly was elected as the new Cathaoirleach at the annual meeting of Louth County Council.  She was presented with the chains of office for the coming year by outgoing […]

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New Cathaoirligh in Drogheda, Dundalk & Ardee

The evening of Monday the 12th of June saw the final of three 2023 Annual Meetings for Louth County Council Municipal District Councils. Municipal District Councils were formed in accordance with the Local Government Reform Act 2014 following the dissolution of Town Councils. Municipal District meetings of Drogheda, Dundalk, and Ardee are held on the […]

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Louth County Council Proud Sponsor at Northeast Business Excellence Awards 2023

Louth County Council are proudly sponsoring two awards in the Drogheda and District Chamber Northeast Business Excellence awards 2023. The awards celebrate innovation, entrepreneurship, technology and creativity, honour brilliant people going the extra mile for their customers and clients, and shine a light on the fantastic things businesses are doing to make a difference in […]

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€507k In Capital Funding For LMETB – O’Dowd

Local Fine Gael TD, Fergus O’Dowd, has welcomed news that €507k in capital funding has been secured by the Louth Meath Education Training Board this morning. The news was confirmed by his colleague the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris TD as part of an €8m national announcement. O’Dowd said “This particular […]

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Louth County Council Dog Pound Launch First Dedicated Facebook Page

Louth County Council Dog Pound has a new dedicated Facebook page which launched over the last week. One of the busiest local authority pounds in the county, the Louth County Council facility is now more accessible than ever, with daily postings on new arrivals of dogs, pups and updates on those available for rehoming. The […]

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New Development for Social Housing Tenants for Ardee

Louth County Council are delighted to announce the launch of a modern new development for social housing tenants at Cúirt na gCloch, Stoney Lane , Ardee. The scheme includes 14 newly built two bedroom bungalows, which have been designed with the needs of older people, and people with disabilities, in mind. Features such as level […]

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30 Years and Beyond – CAWT Cross Border Health Partnership Celebrates Anniversary in Co. Louth

A wide range of stakeholders including government representatives from Northern Ireland and Ireland and senior health and social care officials, recently joined staff and former employees of Co-operation and Working Together (CAWT) to celebrate the Partnership’s 30th anniversary. CAWT was established in 1992 by a visionary group of health and social care professionals, to improve […]

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Footpath Essential for Dromin Schoolchildren – McGeough

Sinn Féin Councillor Pearse McGeough raised concerns held by parents of schoolchildren walking to school from Dromin village at February’s Ardee Municipal meeting. He welcomed comments from the Council that the matter would be considered under the Active Travel Investment Grants but advised that this be addressed sooner rather then later. Cllr McGeough said “I […]

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St Patrick’s Day Parade Returns to Dundalk

Dundalk will see the return of the St Patrick’s Day parade next month after the voluntary committee received confirmation from Louth County Council of their sponsorship of the event. Along with the council, Dundalk Credit Union and PayPal are also sponsors of the parade in Dundalk. The March 17 parade, which will start at 1pm, […]

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Contract Signed For Mount Avenue Link Road, Dundalk

The contract signing for the €7million Mount Avenue Link Road Scheme in Dundalk took place yesterday, Monday 6th March, a major milestone in upgrading the western road network in the County Louth town. Chief Executive of Louth County Council, Joan Martin signed the contract for the Mount Avenue Link Road Scheme, in the presence of […]

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Launch of New Online E-Planning System at Louth County Council

The launch of the new online e-planning system at Louth County Council has improved access for applicants, planners and the public to a key service at the local authority. The new user friendly online system allows planning applications and submissions to be made online without the need for paper copies. Customers who wish to lodge […]