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The Dundalk Democrat has been a trusted source of news for the people of Dundalk and Louth since its founding in 1849. It proudly maintains its status as the local paper of record, earning a solid reputation over the years. Additionally, our news website, www.louthlive.ie, is among the most frequented in the region. We also engage with our audience through active social media channels, including popular Facebook and Twitter accounts. Our dedicated news team is deeply involved in the community, offering exceptional coverage of local events and sports, breaking stories, and thorough reporting on the latest happenings in Dundalk. We publish a comprehensive local newspaper that is available every Tuesday morning.

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Louth Weather: Another sunny day today

1 day ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

Another sunny day today. Highest temperatures of 17 to 22 degrees, coolest near the coast, in moderate easterly winds. Any showers will die out early on Wednesday night, leaving clear skies nationwide. A few mist and fog patches are possible in a light easterly or variable breeze. Lowest temperatures of 7 to 11 degrees.
Louth secures €3.17M for Housing Adaptation Grants in 2025 following funding boost

1 day ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, Minister with Responsibility for Older Persons, Kieran O’Donnell and Minister with Responsibility for Local Government and Planning, John Cummins have announced allocations to local authorities of over €117 million for Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and Disabled People. Louth County Council has received a 36% increase in exchequer funding for 2025, rising from €1.98m in 2024 to €2.69m in 2025.
North Louth Hospice Sunflower Days returns for 35th year this June

1 day ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

North Louth Hospice & Homecare Foundation has announced that Hospice Sunflower Days is returning for its 35th year next month with the on-street collection taking place on Friday 6th June and Saturday 7th June 2025. Hospice Sunflower Days Ambassadors, Miriam O’Callaghan and Jenny McCarthy, were on hand to officially launch this year’s campaign.
Entries now open for the Louth Business Awards 2025

1 day ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

The countdown has officially begun for one of the most anticipated events in the local business calendar—the Louth Business Awards 2025. Organised by Dundalk Chamber, the awards are now open for entries, offering businesses across the county a chance to be recognised for their hard work, innovation, and success. The awards are free to enter and there is a wide selection of categories to choose from.
Unlicensed taxi seized in Dundalk during Garda and NTA crackdown

1 day ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

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Urgent traffic calming measures urged in Louth village amid residents' safety fears

2 days ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

Senator Alison Comyn has been meeting with residents of Collon, Co Louth, who say that speeding traffic through the village is making life difficult and often dangerous for locals. The Louth Fianna Fáil representative has contacted council officials to see what traffic calming measure may be appropriate, as the volume and speed of traffic, in particular lorries, is creating a daily hazard to local drivers.
Louth's Glory Day: 14 Pages of Unmissable Coverage as the Wee County Conquers Leinster

2 days ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

The Dundalk Democrat is in shops now Relive the unforgettable moment when Louth etched their name in history as the 2025 Leinster Senior Football Champions with a thrilling victory over Meath at Croke Park.
Gardaí appeal for help in finding missing Louth man

2 days ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 40-year-old Keith Lawlor who is reported missing from his home in Drogheda, Co. Louth since Tuesday 13th May. Keith is described as being approximately 5 feet 10 inches in height, with a slim build, blonde hair and blue eyes. When last seen he was wearing light blue jeans, a black jacket with a hood, a black t-shirt, a grey hoody top and black trainers which have a blue air bubble on the ankle.
Louth Weather: Sunny spells, with the possibility of showers

2 days ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Jason Newman

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Push for funding for Louth GAA stadium

2 days ago | dundalkdemocrat.ie | Donard McCabe

Just days before Louth won the Leinster Championship for the first time in 68 years, Sinn Féin TD Ruairí Ó Murchú urged the government to ensure that funding is provided to the GAA stadium in Dundalk. The Dundalk TD asked Minister Charlie McConalogue to confirm that the Louth GAA stadium is on the ‘reserve list’ for the Large Scale Sports Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF), and said that it was ‘a really great time for Louth football’.