Cllr Marianne Butler
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Cllr Marianne Butler
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Green Party Councillor on Louth County Council for Dundalk-South.
Thanks to Olivia Ryan and the @independent.ie for reporting on the Ramparts Road vacant site which I highlighted recently.

I'm delighted to confirm that the long-vacant 3-acre site is now in Louth’s 3-year Capital Budget and is now earmarked for 43 new homes by 2028.
December 3, 2025 at 1:20 PM
The Local Biodiversity Action Fund opens today, supporting Louth County Council’s work under Ireland’s 4th National Biodiversity Action Plan launched last year by my colleague Malcolm Noonan.

See NPWS link for info on all the Louth projects funded in 2025!

ℹ️ www.npws.ie/legislation/...
November 24, 2025 at 1:47 PM
🚨Free Bike Lights🚨
📆Monday 10th November
🕓4pm - 5.30m
📍Outside Gates of DKIT on Hoey Lane, Dundalk

🙏🏻 Please Share
#Dundalk
#Louth
#DKIT
November 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
🏠💚 It’s International Vacant Homes Day!

Know of an empty house in your area? Report it easily (and anonymously) on vacanthomes.ie and help turn vacant houses into homes 🏡✨

If you need any help with this, contact me directly.

#VacantHomes #InternationalVacantHomesDay #Louth #Dundalk #HomesForAll
October 8, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Great to meet politicians from both sides of the border today at the Narrow Water Bridge site.

The Carlingford Lough Greenway underpass opens tomorrow for cyclists and walkers.

Roll on end of 2027 when the bridge officially opens to traffic!
#Louth #Greenway #Carlingford #ActiveTravel
September 24, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Thinking of starting or growing a business in Louth? 💡

Join the Local Enterprise Office for a free Lunch & Learn session:

📍 Dundalk Library
📅 Tues 7 Oct
⏰ 12–1pm

A chance to hear about supports available + connect with others in business.

#Louth #Dundalk
September 22, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Congrats to Louth County Council on winning the Smart Cities & Urban Development Award at the Ireland e-Government Awards for their work on the #VARCITIES project 🌿💚

A real council-wide achievement supporting healthier, people-centred places!
September 19, 2025 at 12:12 PM
♻️ LAST CALL: Dundalk Mattress & Couch Disposal Amnesty♻️

Drop off your unwanted mattresses & couches FREE of charge at:

📍 V&W Civic Amenity Centre, Dundalk (A91 X72W)
📅 TOMORROW 3rd Sept – 9:30am to 5:30pm
🕤 9:30am – 5:30pm

🚗 Max 3 items per vehicle
🏠 Domestic users only

More info: 042 9335457
September 2, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Louth County Council has launched the Active Louth consultation to shape the future of play, sport & recreation.

📍 Upcoming Information Events:
Ardee – Sept 1, 5–7pm
Drogheda – Sept 4, 5–7pm
Dundalk – Sept 9, 5–7pm

Surveys at link below 👇

louthcoco.ie/en/services/...
August 18, 2025 at 3:08 PM
♻️ Mattress & Couch Amnesty – Sept 2025 ♻️

📍 Wed 3rd Sept (9:30–5:30)
• Dundalk V&W Civic Amenity Centre
• Drogheda V&W Civic Amenity Centre

📍 Thurs 4th Sept (9:30–3:30)
• Kieran & McGee Ardee Livestock Sales Yard

⚠️ Dundalk & Drogheda collections are Wed only.

#Louth #Sustainability #Community
August 18, 2025 at 9:16 AM
🚨 Louth CoCo plans CCTV in Dundalk (Williamson Place & Holy Redeemer laneway) to tackle illegal dumping.

🗓️ Submissions close on 13th June 2025

📩 Email your thoughts to: [email protected]

Or write to: Waste Management & Environment Section, County Hall, Dundalk, A91 KFW6.
May 31, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Just registered to vote in the next Seanad Elections! You can too at 👉 seanadvoter.ie

✅ Irish citizen
✅ 18+
✅ Degree from a designated college (incl. DCU & DkIT)

🗓️ Deadline: 26 Feb 2026

#SeanadVote #RegisterToVote #Louth #Dundalk
May 27, 2025 at 4:31 PM
🚰 Uisce Éireann Mains flushing in Dundalk (14–30 May, 8am–3pm) may cause supply issues/discoloured water in Finnabair, Muirhevna, Bay Estate, Avenue Rd & more.

Traffic mgmt in place.

Use Ref: LOU00092741 on water.ie for more info.

Allow 3–4 hrs after works for normal flow. #Louth #Dundalk
May 9, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Special evening at County Hall in Dundalk tonight, honouring two of Louth’s most inspirational sportswomen – Kate O’Connor & Eve McCrystal – with a Civic Reception hosted by Louth CoCo 💚

They have lifted our county and inspired young people – especially girls – to dream big!
#Dundalk #Louth
April 10, 2025 at 8:16 PM
🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Best of luck to everyone taking part in the DkIT Dundalk 10k & 5k tonight! 🥳

There may be some traffic delays so please obey the stewards, especially at junctions - see images for more info.

#Dundalk #Blackrock #Haggardstown #DkITDundalk10k
April 9, 2025 at 12:44 PM
🏪 Applications now open for Louth’s 2025 Shopfront Improvement Grant Scheme! Local businesses can get support to revamp their shopfronts ✨

📅 Scheme opens Mon, 7th April
📅 Deadline: Fri, 26th Sept
📩 Email for more info: [email protected]
🔗 Details & guide on louthcoco.ie

#Louth #Dundalk
April 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
📢 Applications for the 2025 National Lottery Good Causes Awards are now open!

Over 310 Louth projects received funding between 2020-2024

📅 Deadline: April 4th, 5PM
👉 Apply now: www.lottery.ie/good-causes/...

Please share with anyone eligible.

#GoodCausesAwards #Louth #Dundalk
March 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Rolling Road Closures & Route Info for the Life Style Sports Dundalk Half Marathon & 10KM - Sunday, March 30th, 2025! 🏅

🌟 Best of luck to all participants and a huge thank you to the organisers, volunteers, and spectators for making this event a highlight in the Dundalk calendar!
March 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM
🏡 Housing Update for Muirhevnamore! 🏡

Three brand-new, 3-bed homes in Muirhevnamore are now available on the Choice-Based Letting (CBL) system until 31st March 2025.

✅ A-rated with heat pump systems—reducing energy costs!

📢 If you’re eligible, apply via the CBL system before the deadline!
March 25, 2025 at 10:44 AM
🚨 Have Your Say- Louth County Council wants your input on the Long Walk Urban Regeneration Project!

Help shape a vibrant space for our residents, visitors, and businesses.

📅 Thurs, 10th April 2025
⏰ 12pm - 6pm
📍 Community Room, Long Walk Shopping Centre, Dundalk
#Dundalk #Louth
March 21, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🚴 Have Your Say! 🚶‍♂️

Louth County Council is holding a Public Consultation on the Dundalk Active Travel Project (Hoey’s Lane).

📅 11–28 March 2025
📍 In-person event: Gateway Hotel, Dundalk – 20 March, 3–6PM

🔗 Submit feedback: consult.louthcoco.ie/en/consultat... #ActiveTravel #Dundalk
March 18, 2025 at 3:33 PM
La Fhéile Phadraig Dhaoibh!
☘️ Public Service Announcement if you are heading to parade in Dundalk today, please note that parking is FREE in council long term car parks and on street today.
💚 avoid parking on parade route in town centre!
#Dundalk
#Louth
#HappyStPatrick’sDay
March 17, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Honored to attend the launch of the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre of Excellence (AMTCE). As a former LMETB board member, I really welcome this.

AMTCE is already leading the way locally with innovative projects, such as 3D-printed houses, & showcasing the power of collaboration.
March 13, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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March 10, 2025 at 11:40 AM
🚴 Hoey’s Lane Active Travel Project 🚶

Improvements coming to footpaths, cycle lanes & junctions from R132 to R215!

📅 Public Consultation – 20th March 2025
📍 Gateway Hotel, Dundalk | ⏰ 3–6 PM

💻 View plans & submit feedback online 11th–28th March via Louth CoCo’s portal.

#ActiveTravel #Dundalk
March 6, 2025 at 1:12 PM