Marc O'Driscoll

North East Correspondent

The sculptures named 'The Well of Wisdom' and 'Boann, Goddess of the Boyne' stand on the Southgate roundabouts in Colpe

Sculptures inspired by Irish mythology installed in Meath

Two striking new sculptures have been installed in Drogheda, Co Meath with those behind the project stating that the artworks will create a stunning gateway to the Boyne Valley.

Leinster • 05 Jul

The road is closed for a technical examination and diversions are in place

Woman, 70s, dies as car and truck collide in Co Meath

A woman in her 70s has died following a collision in Co Meath this morning.

Leinster • 03 Jul

The Saint Oliver 400 Commemorative Exhibition will include a number of artefacts of St Oliver Plunkett, including his ring

Culmination of events for St Oliver Plunkett anniversary

A series of events will take place in Drogheda, Co Louth, over the coming days to mark the culmination of this year's Saint Oliver 400 celebrations.

Leinster • 04 Jul

President Higgins' portrait was displayed alongside an image of Britain's King Charles

'No rationale' for removal of President Higgins' portrait

Belfast City Council has said that a portrait of President Michael D Higgins has been safely stored at City Hall while the newly-elected lord mayor "considers options" for the space.

Ulster • 02 Jul

The services of the Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit were requested and a cordon was established in the Muckno Street area of the town

Suspect device in Monaghan non-viable, gardaí say

A suspect device discovered in Castleblayney, Co Monaghan last night was found to be non-viable.

Ulster • 02 Jul

John McGahon, who also previously served on Louth County Council, said he was delighted to take up the role

John McGahon appointed CEO of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce

Former Louth senator John McGahon has been appointed as the CEO of Dundalk Chamber of Commerce.

Regional • 01 Jul

Planning for Slane bypass in Co Meath gets green light

A planning application for the Slane bypass in Co Meath has been approved by An Coimisiún Pleanála.

Leinster • 01 Jul

Dr Conor Hanrahan was assisted by rural and international graduate schemes

Lisdoonvarna GP service 'would be closed' without support

A GP practice in Co Clare has avoided closure after a doctor agreed not to retire and to take over the service in Lisdoonvarna.

Health • 30 Jun

The Birches Alzheimer Day Care Centre in Dundalk was founded in 2000

Alzheimer day care centre in Dundalk marks 25th birthday

One of the country's first dementia specific day care centres is marking its 25th birthday with a series of celebrations today.

Leinster • 27 Jun

Sergeant Patrick PJ Morrissey with his wife Bernie and their four children

'Giant of kindness'- anniversary for garda killed in 1985

A number of events are taking place to remember a garda who was shot dead by armed robbers in Co Louth, 40 years ago today.

Leinster • 27 Jun