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Ireland’s GP crisis
Up to the end July this year 5775 people with GP visit cards or general medical service cards had contacted the HSE’s assignment office seeking […]
College Advice For Incoming First Years
After a very warm and possibly anxious summer, Leaving Certificate students will be happy to know that the wait is over and results will be […]
Thousands of Meath Students Recieve Leaving Certificate Results
Across the country, tens of thousands of students have found out the results they’ve spent months waiting for. At 10 am today, the State Examinations […]
The Rise of the Data Centre – Meta Breaks its Clean Energy Pledge
A newly dominant digital age is upon us amidst a concerning shift in our climate patterns and behaviours. As recently as this Summer, countless days […]
Daniel Kinahan: Everything You Need To Know About The Alleged Crime Boss’s Extradition From Dubai
Daniel Kinahan has been charged with directing the activities of a criminal organisation between 18 October 2015 and 6 April 2017 before a panel of […]
Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association to benefit from RTÉ Toy Show Grant
The announcement of grants has been made by Community Foundation Ireland which works to turn donations by viewers into actions on the ground which benefit […]
Two County Meath SPAR Stores receive top accolade for retail excellence
Two Meath SPAR stores were honoured at the 2026 SPAR 365 Standards Customer Care Programme Awards for achieving exceptional standards in retailing. The awards were […]
Meath County Council Welcomes HIIF Funding Which Will Open Up Lands for 5,000 Homes Across County
Meath County Council has welcomed the latest Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) announcement by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, which saw the […]
Meath Business Showcase Is A Resounding Success!
County Meath Chamber has welcomed a strong response to the first Meath Business Showcase, which took place on Wednesday 17th June at the CityNorth Hotel […]
‘It Takes A Village’ Model Can Help Protect Children Online Across Meath
MEP for Meath, Nina Carberry, this week hosted the ‘It Takes A Village’ project in Brussels, bringing one of Ireland’s most successful community-led online safety […]
Ashbourne Credit Union Continues to Make a Lasting Difference Across the Community
Since the beginning of 2026, Ashbourne Credit Union has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to the local community through a wide range of sponsorships […]
Great Days Out in Meath
Explore the trails, forests and hidden gems that Meath has to offer…
Meath County Council Officially Opens Longwood Playground
Meath County Council was delighted to mark the official opening of the newly developed Longwood Playground on the morning of Thursday, 18 June 2026, delivering […]
Rightsizing: A Growing Trend for Ireland’s Over-55s
For generations, the family home has been at the centre of Irish life. It is where families are raised, milestones celebrated, and memories created. However, […]
CAMHS: MHC urging parents and young people to help shape new national standards
The Mental Health Commission (MHC) is urging parents, families and young people to help them shape new national standards for Child and Adolescent Mental Health […]
Sky Ireland hit with €250k fine
Comreg, the Irish communications regulator, has recently hit Sky Ireland with a €250k fine in relation to breaches surrounding customer cancellations. The investigation was opened […]
Central Bank of Ireland launches cash service points and ATM map + insufficient cash notification form
The Central Bank of Ireland has today launched a new map showing the location of every ATM and cash service point in the country. The […]
Work Begins on New Disability Day Care Centre in Laytown
Fine Gael Cllr Sharon Tolan has warmly welcomed the commencement of works to develop a new Disability Day Care Centre at the former Healthcare Centre […]
Meath County Council Marks EU Presidency with Flag Raising Ceremony in Buvinda House
Meath County Council on Thursday, 23 July 2026 officially launched County Meath’s programme for Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union with a […]
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions reminds workers of right to switch off this summer
The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) has reminded workers that their right to disconnect from work applies while on annual leave this summer. With […]
The Catch Up: Contactless Payments on Irish Public Transport
Transport for Ireland has introduced contactless payments for TFI Local Link services in Meath, Louth and Fingal. This project follows the “successful pilot programme” in […]
‘This Was Probably the Most Successful Navan Pride Festival That We Have Had So Far’ Says Founder of Navan Pride
‘This Was Probably the Most Successful Navan Pride Festival That We Have Had So Far’ Says Founder of Navan Pride
Changing Places Toilets: Desperately Needed In Meath
Changing Places Toilets are finally being installed more often in Ireland, but a lack of Changing Places toilets is becoming a problem for People with […]
Cllr Sarah Reilly Elected Cathaoirleach at Meath County Council’s Annual General Meeting
Cllr Sarah Reilly has been elected Cathaoirleach for the first time, succeeding Cllr Wayne Harding (Laytown/Bettystown MD), who handed over the chains following his year […]
Inaugural Dunboyne Film Festival Rewards Meath’s Most Talented Young Filmmakers
More than forty short films competed for top prizes at the first ever Dunboyne Film Festival, held at Dunboyne GAA Club on May 21st. The […]
New Blackwater River Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge Officially Opened in Navan
Meath County Council, in partnership with the Fitzwilliam Group, was delighted to mark the official opening of the new Blackwater River Town Bridge and Cycleway […]
Inheritance Tax Motion Passed at Full Council Meeting
A recent motion on childless couples leaving inheritances was passed at the full council meeting. Cllr. Fionnán Blake (Sinn Féin) motioned “To call on Meath […]
Meath Sports Bursary Scheme 2026
Meath County Council was delighted to announce the launch of their Meath Sports Bursary Scheme 2026, The purpose of the scheme is to support and […]
Families in County Meath to Benefit from Lower Childcare Fees Through National Childcare Scheme
Families across Meath are to benefit from a new maximum fee cap for early learning and childcare services, a Fine Gael Senator has said. Senator […]
Ashbourne to Host Inaugural Community Wellness Event: WellFest Ashbourne
Ashbourne will welcome its very first dedicated community wellness event, WellFest Ashbourne, taking place on Sunday, 9th August, along High Street from 12pm to 6pm. […]
Ireland’s Energy Crisis: How Do We Compare with Europe?
The energy crisis internationally has been finding itself tangled in a plethora of other large-scale emergencies such as the climate crisis. International energy shorts and […]