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€651,374 for Community Climate Action ProjectsLouth County Council has welcomed the announcement of €651,374 in funding ...
03/06/2026

€651,374 for Community Climate Action Projects

Louth County Council has welcomed the announcement of €651,374 in funding for community-led climate action projects across the county.

The funding, announced by Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment Darragh O’Brien T.D has been awarded to 17 projects under Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme, with additional funding set aside for reserve projects.

Funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, the programme supports local projects that reduce carbon emissions, protect biodiversity, and help communities respond to climate change.

Local groups receiving funding include St. John of God North East Services, Louth Beekeepers Association, Mattock Rangers, Ardee St. Mary’s GFC, and Drogheda Homeless Aid. Other successful applicants include Naomh Mairtin and Dromiskin Tidy Towns.

Funded projects include solar panel installations, LED lighting and energy upgrades, pollinator-friendly planting, sustainable drainage works, bike shelters, EV charging points, water refill stations and rainwater harvesting systems. Grants of up to €100,000 will allow community groups to deliver these projects in full.

For the full story go to page 17 www.droghedaleader.ie

Check those tickets!The Drogheda Leader is out todayYou can pick up a copy from stands in shops and supermarkets across ...
03/06/2026

Check those tickets!

The Drogheda Leader is out today

You can pick up a copy from stands in shops and supermarkets across Drogheda, Mid Louth and East Meath.

Got a story? Email [email protected]

You can also read the newspaper online at www.droghedaleader.ie

Update: Gardai have confirmed that Cian Mooney (16), who was reported missing from Drogheda since Sunday, 24th May, has ...
02/06/2026

Update:

Gardai have confirmed that Cian Mooney (16), who was reported missing from Drogheda since Sunday, 24th May, has been located safe and well.

An Garda Síochána would like to thank the public for their assistance.

This week's issue is out tomorrowKeep an eye out for it in our branded stands in shops and supermarkets across Drogheda,...
02/06/2026

This week's issue is out tomorrow

Keep an eye out for it in our branded stands in shops and supermarkets across Drogheda, Mid Louth and East Meath.

Got a story? Email [email protected] or send a private message.

You can read the newspaper online at www.droghedaleader.ie

Lotto player in Louth wins €1 million plus €500!A Lotto player in County Louth is celebrating after winning 1,000,500 in...
02/06/2026

Lotto player in Louth wins €1 million plus €500!

A Lotto player in County Louth is celebrating after winning 1,000,500 in Saturday's (30th May) special Lotto Plus Raffle event.

The Louth player scooped the special prize after purchasing their winning ticket at Malone’s Londis, Ardee, Co Louth.

The Lotto Plus Raffle typically sees between 60 and 120 winners of €500 in every draw but Saturday night’s draw saw one Louth player enjoy an even higher windfall due to a special raffle event.

Each of the tickets with the winning Lotto Plus Raffle number drawn were entered into a once-off random draw where one ticket was selected to win an additional prize of €1 million.

While every ticket holder who had the winning Raffle number won €500, one player has won €1 million, in addition to the usual €500 prize.

The winning Raffle number was: 8275

National Lottery spokesperson Darragh O’Dwyer said:
“What a weekend it’s been for a Lotto player in Louth! Saturday night sure did prove to be reason to celebrate after the Louth player won €1,000,500 in the special Lotto Plus Raffle event, earning them the title of 14th National Lottery millionaire of 2026. The Saturday night winner should now make contact with our Prize Claims team who will make arrangements for them to visit Lottery Headquarters and collect their prize.”

Brian Malone, owner of Malone’s Londis, said, "What a fantastic win for one of our customers here in Ardee! We’re a busy store, proudly serving our local community here in Ardee. There’s huge excitement among the team knowing that one of those shoppers is now a millionaire. We’re absolutely delighted to have sold the winning ticket and want to wish the winner all the best in the future!”

The Louth winner is advised to make contact with the National Lottery prize claims team on 1800 666 222 or email [email protected] and arrangements will be made for them to collect their prizes in Lottery Headquarters.

As there was no outright winner of the €2,395,387 Lotto Jackpot on offer in last night’s draw, Wednesday’s jackpot is now set to roll towards an estimated €2.5 million.

Fatal collision in LouthGardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on the...
01/06/2026

Fatal collision in Louth

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on the N52 at Dunmahon, Co. Louth on Sunday 31st May.

The collision, involving two motorcycles and a jeep occurred shortly before 12:30pm.

A driver of a motorcycle, a man in his 50s, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

His body has been removed to the local mortuary where a post-mortem examination will take place in due course.

The coroner has been notified.

The second driver of a motorcycle, an adult male (aged in his 40s) was conveyed to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda for treatment of serious injuries.

The driver of a jeep, an adult male (aged in his 40s) was conveyed to Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda for treatment of injuries believed to be non-life threatening at the time.

Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to this collision to come forward.

Road users who may have camera footage (including dash-cam) who were travelling in the area of the N52 near Dunmahon, Co. Louth between 12:15pm and 12:45pm on Sunday 31st May, are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Dundalk Garda Station on (042) 938 8400, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

Mural of The Corrs unveiled in LouthLouth County Council (LCC) is hosting a Civic Reception in honour of The Corrs in Du...
29/05/2026

Mural of The Corrs unveiled in Louth

Louth County Council (LCC) is hosting a Civic Reception in honour of The Corrs in Dundalk this evening. A new mural of the band was also unveiled earlier today as part of the celebrations.

LCC said that the band is one of Dundalk, County Louth and Ireland’s most successful and much‑loved bands.

Who would you like to see honoured like this in Drogheda?

Pics credit: Louth County Council

Have you seen Cian?Gardaí are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating Cian Mooney (16), who is reported missin...
29/05/2026

Have you seen Cian?

Gardaí are appealing for the public’s assistance in locating Cian Mooney (16), who is reported missing from Drogheda since Sunday 24th May.

Cian was last seen at approximately 2:15pm. He is described as being approximately 5 foot 7 inches in height, with a slim build, black hair and green eyes.

When last seen, he was wearing a black tracksuit, a black jacket, a black peaked cap and dark runners. It is believed that Cian may have travelled to the Crumlin area of Dublin.

Cian is also known to frequent the Tallaght area.

Gardaí and Cian’s family are concerned for his well-being.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Cian Mooney is asked to contact Drogheda Garda Station on (041) 987 4200, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.

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