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Property damaged by burst water pipe
THOUSANDS of gallons of water were lost following a burst pipe at Pitcher Hill, much to the annoyance of local residents, who also reported damage to property. However, local councillor Paul Bell was informed by council officials that there simply isn't enough hours in the day and manpower to cover the workload.
What a Transformation!
THEY may have been alcohol free and counting every calorie for the past seven weeks but the ladies from Operation Transformation parents group let their hair down last weekend when they celebrated the end of the show with dinner and cocktails.
CCTV does little to improve safety, claim
THE introduction of CCTV cameras in RAPID areas has done little to improve residents' safety because the cameras are not monitored, it has been claimed.
Fire on commuter train causes chaos
A BLIND man who tried to get onto the Enterprise after a fire on a commuter train at Laytown station abandoned his journey after fearing for his guide dog's safety because of crowds of commuters.
Crash brings traffic to halt
DROGHEDA'S early morning traffic was brought to a standstill after a serious accident on the Dublin Road, close to the Black Bull on Monday morning.
Council can't afford free weekend parking
CLLR Frank Gallagher wants to see free parking in Drogheda town centre at the weekends in a bid to bring business back to the heart of the town.
Principal Paddy to bid fond farewell
THE principal of Our Lady's College, Greenhills, Padraig Byrne has announced he is retiring from the position, with this his final year after 24 years at the helm.
Countdown under way to big parade
THE countdown has begun to Drogheda's 24th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade which will start at 12 noon sharp from the North Road via George's St., Fair St., Peter St., Shop St. and ending at North Quay.
Lourdes not able to take on extra load
THE Group General Manager for the Louth/Meath Hospital Group told a local consultant last year that the transfer of trauma from Our Lady's Hospital in Navan would not take place until Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital was in a position to take the extra work load, it has been revealed.
Man with 40-year ban caught drink driving
A MAN who was banned from driving for 40 years was arrested for drink driving after gardaí observed his car travelling down the Dublin Road at high speed, Drogheda District Court has heard.
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Switch off the life support
In the first of a two-part special, well known broadcaster and soccer fan GERRY KELLY argues it's time to LET THE LEAGUE DIE
