A Status Yellow thunderstorm warning has been issued for Dublin, Kildare, and Meath. Residents in these areas are advised to prepare for potential thunderstorms.

An environmental giant in Westmeath, Ireland, has received approval to develop a state-of-the-art research and development facility, promising a major boost in local jobs.

Counties across Ireland are preparing for a diverse range of events this June bank holiday weekend, including music festivals, markets, circus performances, and pride parades. The festivities promise entertainment for all ages, from Boogie Loco in Longford to Father Ted-themed events.

The Battle of the Boyne and the Hill of Tara have been identified as among the most visited heritage sites in County Meath, Ireland.

Lidl has announced plans to open a large-scale supermarket and restaurant in Westmeath, expanding its presence in the region.

Meath County Council in Ireland incurred over €680,000 in expenses pursuing a protracted planning case concerning a luxury house in Bohermeen.

Students from Drogheda and Meath showcased their innovative inventions at the LMETB awards ceremony.

An Irish Garda, David Reynolds (45), based in Westmeath, is facing accusations in court of domestic abuse, including recording conversations, installing a tracker on his wife's phone, and ordering her to stay at home. Judge Keenan Johnson commented on his 'very old-fashioned attitude'.

Gardaí have issued an urgent appeal for public assistance to locate a missing 16-year-old girl from Meath, Ireland, expressing concerns for her welfare.

A judge expressed strong disapproval to two brothers from Meath who caused a disturbance in a hospital, stating their actions 'really gets my back up'.

Chris and Rose Murray are disputing a court's contempt finding against them and are now facing an application for the costs associated with the demolition of their illegally built home in Meath.

A woman from Meath has transformed her decade-long struggle with Lyme disease, which began after her 21st birthday, into a successful short film.

A young Irish speaking teacher from Meath is hoping to begin her career as an elected representative in London – while the UK Prime Minister may be about to exit Number 10 Downing Street – depending…

The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge against the construction of the Slane bypass project in County Meath, Ireland.

A man has pleaded guilty to dangerous driving that caused serious injury to his brother following a high-speed crash in Co Westmeath last year. He told the court he is 'living through hell every day.'

Gardaí in Meath, Ireland, have issued a warning to parents after a 13-year-old boy was apprehended for erratically riding an e-scooter on the main street of Duleek.

Ireland's Garda watchdog is investigating the sudden death of a man in Co Westmeath who became unwell and later died at Midlands Regional Hospital, Mullingar, following an interaction with Gardaí on Saturday.

Ireland's health watchdog, Hiqa, found that a serious allegation of child abuse at a Co Meath center for children with intellectual disabilities was not adequately reported.

Couples and families who paid deposits and signed contracts for new homes in the Ringfort estate in Co Meath are considering legal action after being informed that their contracts are not enforceable.

The European court has refused a couple's application to intervene in a dispute concerning the demolition of an illegally built five-bedroom property in Bohermeen, Ireland.

A lawyer representing a couple involved in a legal dispute over their home, which was built without planning permission in Co Meath, has stated that they are not connected to allegations of threats made against sub-contractors carrying out demolition work.

A five-bedroom house in County Meath, Ireland, built without planning permission, has been completely demolished.

Brenda Power writes an opinion piece condemning a house demolition in Meath as another instance of the State triumphing over the 'small man,' also touching on the issue of waste management at a refugee 'town' in Wicklow.

A Saturday news digest covers Israeli strikes in Beirut and Tehran, the Tánaiste's hint at excise duty cuts in Ireland, and planners' views on an illegal mansion in Meath.

The owner of a house in Meath, built without planning permission and now facing demolition, has stated she cannot afford the costs and suggested the bill should be sent to 'Mickey Mouse,' implying taxpayers will bear the expense.

Couple built Co Meath house in 2006 twice the size of that for which permission was refused months earlier

Meath County Council can continue with the demolition of a large house built without planning permission, the High Court has ruled.

The demolition of an illegally constructed family home in Faughan Hill, Bohermeen, Meath, is set to begin within hours, with the family seen removing personal belongings.

Chris and Rose Murray say their offer to give the 588 sq m property to a charity has failed

In March last year, solicitors acting on behalf of a couple who built their home without planning permission wrote to Meath County Council with a proposal.

Bird Watch Ireland has said it has seen an increased public interest in the phenomenon of starling murmurations.

A man in his 20s has died in a single-vehicle road crash in Co Westmeath.

Driver died after car and van collided on M3

A parish spokesperson said ‘cloths were laid across the front door of the church and diesel oil was poured over them before being set alight’.

Three businessmen are seeking High Court orders requiring a company of developer Greg Kavanagh to complete an agreement to pay €1.8m to their firm which owns land with planning permission for 35 homes.

The planned Narrow Water Bridge, linking Warrenpoint in south Down to Omeath in north Louth, is anticipated to usher in a new era and have a transformative effect on both sides of the Irish Border.

Seven people died on Irish roads within a 24-hour period, including a 16-year-old girl killed in a hit-and-run in Co Meath and a Kildare couple in separate crashes, marking one of the deadliest days of the year.

A 16-year-old girl was killed in a hit-and-run incident in County Meath, among seven fatalities on Irish roads within a 24-hour period, marking one of the deadliest days in a decade.

A couple in Meath, Ireland, is preparing to launch a new legal challenge after their home, which was constructed without planning permission, was demolished. Meath County Council is opposing the couple's attempt to dispute earlier court orders.

Three men, aged in their 20s, 40s, and 50s, have been charged in connection with a cocaine and cash seizure in County Meath, Ireland, and are scheduled to appear before Dundalk District Court.

A local councillor has raised concerns after a broken gate on the Carlingford-Omeath Greenway in Ireland allowed sheep to stray onto a busy main road, posing a traffic hazard.

The Irish counties of Westmeath and Longford have been identified as leaders in the country's business energy-efficiency efforts.

Meath council accumulated €680,000 in bills over a two-decade dispute concerning the demolition of a 588sqm house in Bohermeen, which was finally knocked down last March.

An Orange Order participant expressed appreciation for the warm reception received during a parade in Meath, highlighting a positive experience.

A newly erected bilingual speed sign featuring a mistranslated Irish language version of 'Westmeath' was discovered 123km away from the actual county, prompting calls for greater attention to detail.

Residents in Meath were informed that residents' associations can assist in getting estates officially taken in charge by local authorities.

A 41-year-old man from Meath has been accused of committing an "unprovoked" and "bizarre" assault in a private garden in Drogheda.

Young people in Meath are being encouraged to participate in a 'life-changing' European Union volunteer scheme.

The High Court in Ireland is yet to rule on who should bear the legal costs and demolition expenses for a five-bedroom home in Co Meath that was built without planning permission.

Ambassador Faganello visited two schools in County Meath, Ireland. He was accompanied by Minister Byrne during his visit to the Irish educational institutions.

A bus company in Co Meath, Ireland, is urging coach operators to strike this Wednesday, April 15, in protest of persistently high fuel prices, with one operator confirming they will not run buses.

A feature story details Boynefield Lodge in Longwood, Co Meath, describing it as a 'thank you' gift from "the stone men of the west."

Authorities have issued a witness appeal following a collision involving a car and a van on the N62 in Westmeath, Ireland, which resulted in several injuries.

Bank judgment mortgages have been registered against a site in Meath where a large house, built in 2006 without planning permission, was subsequently demolished.

Experts state that building a house without planning permission is a rare occurrence, as a Co Meath house near Navan built 20 years ago without proper authorization was correctly demolished by the council.

Michael and Rose Murray appeared at the High Court to respond to a judge's finding that they were in contempt of court over their illegally-built home in Co Meath.

An Irish court has heard evidence of three separate threats made against workers who were demolishing an illegal home in County Meath, with the homeowners' lawyer stating that any criminality by third parties is unrelated to his clients.

Michael and Rose Murray due to attend proceedings in Dublin

The demolition of the Murray house in Bohermeen, Co Meath, has sparked strong reactions from locals who are familiar with the long-running planning dispute surrounding the property.

In the end, all that will be left is the original field Rose and Chris Murray bought to build what was supposed to be their dream home.

The owner of a house being demolished after it was built without planning permission in Meath, Ireland, has stated that she and her husband cannot afford the demolition costs, suggesting the bill should go to the taxpayer.

‘We’re like two convicted criminals, and I’m going to be arrested for sleeping in my bed for the last 20 years.’

Family seen removing personal belongings from house at Faughan Hill, Bohermeen, on Thursday morning

The owners of a home in Meath claim a demolition crew is 'ready to move in' after a 20-year planning battle, forcing their family out of the property.

An Irish couple at the center of a planning dispute in Meath, whose house was built without permission, claimed they are being 'treated worse than the Kinahans' as demolition of their home is set to begin and warrants have been issued for their arrest.

A 6,220 sq ft home in Meath, built by Chris and Rose Murray without planning permission, has been seized by gardaí, bringing an end to a two-decade-long legal dispute over a 'wilful breach' of planning laws.

Fatal incident occurred on N4 at Ballinafid, Co Westmeath

A woman was killed and three other people were seriously injured in a car crash in Co Meath.

Maryam Madani, a 36-year-old disabled artist living in Bettystown, Co Meath, is once again concerned about affording rent after her basic income scheme ended last month.

Three businessmen are seeking High Court orders against a property company linked to Greg Kavanagh concerning a €1.8 million deal to purchase land in Meath that had permission for 35 homes.

Meade Potato Company Unlimited in Meath, Ireland, has been fined €150,000 following an incident where an employee's arm became trapped in machinery.

A man arrested in connection with a hit-and-run incident in Co Meath, Ireland, that killed 16-year-old Mia Lily Keogh O’Keeffe, has been released without charge.

A 16-year-old girl killed in a hit-and-run in Co Meath was among seven people who died on Irish roads within a 24-hour period, marking one of the darkest days of the year so far.

A teenage girl was killed in a hit-and-run incident in County Meath, Ireland, during a weekend marked by multiple tragedies on Irish roads. A man has been arrested in connection with her death.

This report covers community news and events from the Meath districts of Bettystown, Laytown, Mornington, and Stamullen.

A distinctive house with unique architectural features, including a mixture of arched and round windows, is available on the market in County Westmeath.

A woman in her 20s has been accused of a late-night assault at a chip shop in Westmeath, Ireland, which resulted in a man sustaining a broken elbow.

An Irish county council incurred more than €640,000 in legal fees while pursuing the case of an illegally built five-bedroom mansion in Meath, which was eventually demolished earlier this year after a prolonged legal battle.

Various events and activities have been announced across several Irish counties for the upcoming June Bank Holiday weekend. From vintage car shows to music festivals, there are diverse options for celebration.

A 53-year-old grandmother from Meath toppled her car while driving over the legal drink-drive limit.

Cork students from across the county achieved awards in all three categories at the national finals in Mullingar, Co Westmeath on May 7, for their innovative entrepreneurial projects.

A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to two years in jail for dangerous driving that resulted in his brother losing a leg in a high-speed crash in Co Westmeath last year.

Over 450 people have expressed support for a Meath teenager's campaign advocating for a public bus service in Bellewstown. The campaign highlights local demand for improved public transport options.

Two siblings from Meath have reunited with the Wicklow RNLI crew who saved their lives in a dramatic sea rescue 16 years ago.

A sports commentary piece discusses Westmeath's recent performance and their position within the Leinster Gaelic football landscape.

Hundreds of people from around the world gathered on the Hill of Uisneach in Co Westmeath, Ireland, for the annual Bealtaine Celtic fire festival, marking the beginning of summer.

Irish firm Hanley Energy, headquartered in Co Meath, was acquired by American multinational Jabil in 2025, marking it as a significant Irish deal and a global success story.

A five-bedroom house in Co Meath, which was the subject of a 20-year planning dispute, has now been completely erased from the landscape, with only the trees and bushes planted by its owners remaining.

A woman was fined in court after allegedly telling a Confirmation ceremony at St Mary’s Church in Navan, Co Meath, that she had a bomb attached to her.

Ireland's Garda Síochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is investigating the sudden death of a 34-year-old man in Mullingar, Co Westmeath. The police watchdog is seeking witnesses to an incident that occurred on Saturday morning.

Five people have been injured and hospitalized following a serious two-vehicle road traffic collision involving a car and a van in County Westmeath, Ireland.

A luxury five-bedroom home in Faughan Hill, Bohermeen, Co Meath, was demolished by private security and contractors, as Ireland reached a record 17,000 homeless individuals.

RTÉ's North East Correspondent Laura Hogan reported on the difficulties faced by commuters traveling from Navan, Co Meath, and Dundalk, Co Louth, to Dublin using public transport.

An employee removing rubble from a demolished property in Co Meath was threatened by a man with a Northern Irish accent, who warned he would be 'burnt out if he returned' and that 'there will be nothing left of his home,' a court heard.

A five-bedroom house constructed without proper planning permission in Co Meath, Ireland, has been completely torn down, leaving behind a pile of rubble.

The owner of a recently demolished property in Meath plans to return home to face contempt of court allegations in the High Court.

A national convention on education is holding its first sessions in Athlone, Co Westmeath, this weekend, with students expected to contribute to the discussions.

“As a nation, we are far too tolerant of letting people do what they want with their properties,” said one housing expert.

High Court refuses application from homeowners to halt demolition of property as neighbours help clear site

Solicitor for couple urges judge to stall works pending European court application

Gardaí and security personnel arrived as a council in Meath, Ireland, took control of a family home constructed without planning permission, with the couple involved claiming they are being treated unfairly.

A 577 sq/m house in Meath, which has been the subject of a 20-year legal dispute due to being built without planning permission, is expected to be demolished by the end of the week.

Irish police (Gardaí) have been unable to locate a couple whose home in Meath was constructed without planning permission, as a court allowed the council to remove large steel containers blocking access to the property.

Meath County Council in Ireland has taken possession of a property that has been the subject of a two-decade-long dispute after it was built without proper planning permission.

A man (20s) has died after a single vehicle road crash in Co.Westmeath in the early hours of this morning.

Driver died after car and van collided on M3

Two individuals, both in their 40s, have died in separate road crashes in County Meath, Ireland.

It was the second wettest February on record at the Phoenix Park and Dunsany in Co Meath

Secondary school pupils in County Meath, Ireland, have launched a new 'Wear Again Wednesday' initiative to promote sustainable fashion practices among students.

The mother of a 16-year-old girl who died in a hit-and-run in Co Meath at the weekend has said she “will never be whole again”.

A landlord in Co Meath has been sentenced to four months in jail for trespassing and assaulting a tenant at a property he owns but had rented out.

A 16-year-old girl killed in a hit-and-run in Co Meath was among seven people who died on Irish roads within a 24-hour period, marking one of the darkest days of the year so far.