Louth News
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 18:40We hid in the bathroom, Irish premier told as he meets people in bomb-hit Kyiv
Micheál Martin said ‘people should not have to suffer like this’.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 17:29Slievenamon wildfire could burn for days, chief fire officer says
A large wildfire in south Co Tipperary could take ‘days’ to be extinguished.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 16:37Tractors and tankers used by local farmers to help tackle wildfire
People have described how the community has tried to protect houses near the blaze.
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Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 16:16'This is racist' - Social media post causes uproar over 'fermenting hatred' in community
A social media post circulating online claiming Muslim prayer mats have been hung on railings of the Church of the Assumption in Tullamore has been labelled as “racist” and “untrue”.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 16:15Ukraine ‘priority’ for Ireland during EU presidency, Taoiseach says
Micheál Martin said it was important to visit Ukraine early in Ireland’s EU presidency
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 13:55McEntee announces 10 million euro for Northern Irish peacebuilding projects
The money allocated by the Reconciliation Fund will focus on groups combating domestic, sexual and gender based violence.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 13:30Louth TD recounts family's escape from domestic abuse
Louth TD Joanna Byrne calls for stronger domestic violence laws after sharing her own family's story
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 13:17Justice Minister says he will meet Law Society amid legal aid fee row
Jim O’Callaghan said the Law Society has not communicated with him since the introduction of new regulations.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 13:15'Stop use immediately' - Hundreds of electric blankets recalled amid serious fire fears
There are approximately 867 affected products in the Republic of Ireland.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 13:00Funding boost awarded to festivals across Louth
€9,750 awarded to festivals across Louth
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 12:52Irish premier says ‘no concrete evidence’ on alumina exports investigation
Micheál Martin said the probe was ‘almost complete’ and the results would be shared with the European Commission.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 12:30Appeal to Louth public on World Drowning Prevention Day
Louth County Council and Water Safety Louth promote water safety for World Drowning Prevention Day 2026
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 11:08Firefighters tackling ‘significant’ Slievenamon fire for fourth day
Firefighters in Co Tipperary are fighting a large fire which has spread to an adjoining forest.
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Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 10:15Garda station to remain closed as two Gardaí hospitalised after processing vape products
The members of An Garda Síochána became unwell after processing seized vape products at Edenderry Garda Station
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 10:14Louth TD says Budget will reward workers and invest in infrastructure
The Summer Economic Statement provides for an overall budget package of €8.5 billion for 2027
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 09:51Dublin Airport Authority settles defamation lawsuit with journalist
The DAA has apologised and settled a defamation lawsuit with a journalist over posts on X.
Dundalk Democrat·23 Jul, 08:00Louth Weather: Sunny spells will develop more widely as the day goes on
Highest temperatures of 21 to 23 degrees in a light, occasionally moderate, northerly breeze.
Dundalk Democrat·22 Jul, 23:00Arthur's Sporting Archives | Take a trip down memory lane
Arthur's Sporting Archives | Take a trip down memory lane
Dundalk Democrat·22 Jul, 21:00PHOTOS: Fr Anselm Emechebe MSP Kilsaran Parish celebrates his Silver Jubilee
PHOTOS: Fr Anselm Emechebecelebrates Kilsaran parish his Silver Jubilee
Dundalk Democrat·22 Jul, 20:00IN PICTURES: Artist gather for Louth Plein Air Art Festival
Artists gathered for the Louth Plein Air Art festival on Saturday July 11th and Sunday July 12th.