Blessing of the Graves in Dundalk this weekend

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Dowdallshill Graveyard

Organisers ask attendees to follow requests

Ahead of the Blessing of the Graves at St Patrick's Cemetery in Dowdallshill  this Sunday 21 July at 3pm, the parish, council staff and councillors met to discuss and plan for the annual event.

The organisers have asked that those planning to attend this year's ceremony in Dowdallshill, to please note the following:

- The main gates will be closed from 10am on Sunday morning.

- Special Vehicle Access for Blue Badge holders will be from 12.30pm to 2pm only.

- Ceremony begins at 3pm sharp.

- Please bring holy water & wear suitable footwear and clothing depending on weather conditions.

- Please follow the instructions of the Gardai & Safety steward volunteers on the day.

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