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Irish Independent
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Louth communities getting together for Street Feast 2025
As Street Feast celebrates its 15th anniversary this year, Louth County Council is supporting the event which takes place over this weekend of May 24 and 25. This nationwide celebration of community spirit and neighbourly connection is expected to be the biggest and most vibrant yet. Street Feast encourages people across Louth and the entire country to come together with their neighbours for a shared meal, friendly conversation, and the chance to transform streets, greens, laneways, and local parks into colourful hubs of connection and celebration. It's a opportunity to build stronger, safer, and more inclusive communities – one cup of tea at a time. 'Street Feast is a wonderful example of grassroots community building,' Cllr Kevin Callan, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council said. 'It gives people the chance to step outside their front doors and connect in a way that fosters understanding, inclusion, and local pride. We are proud to support and promote Street Feast here in Louth.' 'Street Feast is a celebration of community at its best,' Paula Gribben Environmental Awareness Officer at Louth County Council said. 'It reminds us that we don't have to go far to find friendship, support, and connection; often, it's just a few doors away. Events like this help turn neighbours into friends and streets into vibrant, welcoming places for all.' Whether you're planning a feast for ten or a hundred, Louth County Council encourages residents, community groups, residents' associations, and local businesses to get involved and help make Street Feast 2025 a record-breaking success. Barbecues, picnics, garden parties, every Street Feast is unique, just like the neighbourhoods that host them. It's open to everyone, and participation is free. Local groups and residents can register their feasts and receive a free organiser's pack at
Irish Independent
19-05-2025
- General
- Irish Independent
Wheelie great! start to the school day for Bike Week at Scoil Aonghusa
The highlight of the day was an early morning group cycle to school, where students set off from Our Lady of Lourdes Car Park and pedalled their way to the school gates at Sunday's Gate, Moneymore. On arrival, the young cyclists were greeted with some well-earned goodies at the finish line, including bottles, armbands and saddle covers, to reward their efforts. Over the past year, the area around Scoil Aonghusa has undergone a significant transformation, involving a comprehensive package of safety and accessibility upgrades. Safety works included the removal of outdated road signage and pedestrian guardrails, the installation of a raised table and 'School Street' outside the school gates, and the addition of safe pedestrian crossing points. New warning signage, traffic-calming crossing zones, high-friction surfacing to improve traction, and demountable pencil bollards to help delineate pedestrian areas were also installed. As a result of these improvements, the area to the front of the school has been significantly transformed into a safer and more welcoming space for students, parents, and other road users. Local councillors praised the initiative for its impact. "It's great to see students from around the county out on their bikes, especially during Bike Week,' said Cllr Kevin Callan, Cathoirleach of Louth County Council. 'The Safe Routes to School Programme not only ensures safer passage for our students but also encourages a culture of walking and cycling and the work that has been carried out at Scoil Aonghusa in Drogheda, and St Louis Secondary School in Dundalk, is a positive step forward for the county in terms of promoting safety and sustainability." Cllr Paddy McQuillan, Mayor of Drogheda, added: "The Safe Routes to School Programme is a brilliant example of how small changes can make a big difference, and you can really see that at Scoil Aonghusa. 'The front of the school is not just safer, it's a livelier, more welcoming space. It used to be a bit of a bottleneck with cars everywhere, but now you've got kids walking and cycling to school, and it's great to see.' David Hanratty, Acting Director of Services, Louth County Council, said: 'The Safe Routes to School Programme is a great example of what can be achieved through collaboration between local authorities, the National Transport Authority, An Taisce, and the Department of Transport, and, by working together, we're not only improving safety around schools but also supporting healthier, more active lifestyles.' The enhancements delivered at Scoil Aonghusa are among several projects underway across the county as part of Louth County Council's broader commitment to Active Travel and sustainable, child-friendly infrastructure.
RTÉ News
12-05-2025
- Sport
- RTÉ News
Celebrations across Louth after historic Leinster title
Louth GAA fans across the county are celebrating their first Leinster Senior Football Championship title win in 68 years. Players and management will be bringing the long-coveted Delaney Cup to three parts of the county tonight. The homecoming parade will stop off at Drogheda and Ardee before the celebrations continue long into the night in Dundalk. Ger Brennan's side saw off rivals Meath by a scoreline of 3-14 to 1-18 at Croke Park this afternoon in a close-fought and highly entertaining game of Gaelic football. Louth County Council extended its congratulations to the team in a statement this evening. Cathaoirleach Councillor Kevin Callan said he wanted to "extend the warmest of congratulations to everyone involved at Louth GAA" on behalf of the council. "As we've seen from the results of our minor and U20 teams in recent weeks, football in the county is clearly on an upward trajectory, and this magnificent win against our neighbours and old rivals confirms that," he said. "For a long time, we've all dreamt of winning our first Leinster title since 1957, and Ger Brennan and this group of players have made that dream a reality. "They will rightly go down in history as the team who ended the long wait - and they did it in style. An Lú Abú!," Cllr Callan added. Meanwhile, Louth County Council CEO David Conway said: "This is a momentous day for Co Louth, and one that every GAA fan in the county will remember for the rest of their lives." He added: "This historic achievement is a testament to the dedication, talent, and spirit of the Louth players, the management and backroom team, the county board, and every Gael across the county. "Huge credit must go to both teams for producing such a thrilling spectacle and it was wonderful to see the sea of red and white celebrating when Sam Mulroy lifted the trophy in the Hogan Stand. "This marks a proud day in the history of Louth GAA and an unforgettable occasion that will inspire generations of youngsters to come. Congratulations to everyone involved." Louth County Council is likely to honour the achievements of the team in the near future.
