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Gun terror for DkIT students
GARDAI are hunting for up to three men who held up college students at gunpoint during a terrifying early morning robbery at their rented Dundalk home. There has been condemnation of the shocking break-in and the victims have been offered support and counselling by DkIT authorities. The three Chinese students - two women aged 20 and 21 - and a 21year-old man, were at their home in College Heights, Hoey's Lane, shortly before 2am on Monday when they heard the back window being kicked in.
Argus helps Hugh keep wind turbine
A DUNDALK orthodontist controversially ordered to remove a wind turbine which generated the entire energy for his Faughart home has won the right to retain it. And Park Street based Dr Hugh Bradley says he has the Argus to thank for highlighting the issue last year. He told how he had decided to erect a turbine to supply the domestic needs at his house after the Department of the Environment announced they were making micro renewable technologies exempt from planning.
Replay Louth-Meath for Pakistan flood victims
THEIR last meeting ended in controversy but calls for a 'friendly' between Louth and Meath in aid of Pakistan's flood victims have been gaining momentum this week.
Store reopens with eight jobs
BOOK seller Hughes & Hughes yesterday ( Tuesday) announced the reopening of their Dundalk store this Friday with the creation of eight new jobs.
College forced to turn away hundreds
HUNDREDS of young people set to be turned away from PLC courses at a Dundalk college may have no option but to join the dole queue.
Still no decision on Square plans
DUNDALK'S town councillors had another meeting behind closed doors on Monday as they discussed the controversial proposals for the revamping of the town centre.
Tough stand on M1 signs
LOUTH County Council is taking a tough stand against businesses using trailers parked in fields along motorways as advertising signs.
Error delays truck stop application
AN application for planning permission for a motel-style truck stop right on the border has been delayed after Louth County Council said there had been an error in the paperwork.
Women's Aid deny calls not answered
DUNDALK Women's Aid this week denied claims that their helpline is not being manned, after a Sunday newspaper claimed phone calls went unanswered.
Better rental value for DkIT students
STUDENTS coming to Dundalk looking for accommodation are getting better value because of the surge in rental properties - with reductions of up to 50% from 2007 rates.
First motorway service station to open in weeks
THE country's first motorway service station is set to open outside Dundalk at the end of the month. The Argus can confirm that the long-awaited facility will be unveiled on September 28th, with flagship names including Burger King and Costa Coffee and a wide range of facilities on site. The new 24-hour station is being built in the townland of Whiterath, 2.5 kilometres north of the Castlebellingham junction and six kilometres south of the Dundalk (south) junction.
Louth ladies book All-Ireland final date
LOUTH ladies bridged a 12year gap in Emyvale on Saturday by seeing off a strong Derry side to reach their first All-Ireland final since the victorious 1998 side. After last year's Leinster final success, the Reds looked set for a year of re-building with a number of established stars hanging up their boots, but Dermot Agnew used the National League to blood his new crop and it all paid off on Saturday when they booked their place in the final with a hard-fought three-point win over the Oak Leaf.
Scouts take part in Medieval Day
MEMBERS of 8th Louth Slieve Foy Scouts, took part in the Carlingford Medieval Day last week. This is an annual fundraising day for the Scout Group who dress in Medieval style for the day and many thanks to all who contributed to the event. The group raised over € 1,500, which will be used to purchase much needed new equipment for the group and help with purchases of material for the soon to be launched new adventure programme.
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