NY trip showcased 'unique offerings of Ardee & mid Louth'

Cllr Dolores Minogue has said that attending the St Patrick's Day trip to New York this year, was "an opportunity to showcase the unique offerings of Ardee and Mid Louth, emphasizing our readiness for business."

Elected representatives of Louth County Council made the annual trip to New York, to represent Louth at the St Patrick's Day parade, as well as attend meetings with the IDA, Tourism Ireland, the Irish Consulate, and Enterprise Ireland.

The travelling party included An Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, Cllr Paula Butterly as first citizen of Louth; Cllr Seán Kelly, Cathaoirleach of Dundalk Municipal District; Cllr Kevin Callan, Deputy Mayor of Drogheda; and Cllr Dolores Minogue, Cathaoirleach of Ardee Municipal District. Two Louth County Council officials also accompanied the delegation.

Cllr Minogue told the Dundalk Democrat: "I had the privilege of representing Ardee Mid Louth in New York, where I engaged in fruitful discussions with key stakeholders such as Tourism, IDA, and Enterprise Ireland. It was an opportunity to showcase the unique offerings of Ardee and Mid Louth, emphasizing our readiness for business."

The Fine Gael councillor continued, "attending the St. Patrick's Day Mass at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral was a deeply moving experience, connecting with Irish Americans and fellow Louth natives in the heart of Manhattan.

"Additionally, meetings with Enterprise Ireland at Ireland House and Louth County Council further solidified our collaborative efforts after engaging with IDA and Tourism Ireland."

Cllr Minogue added that it is "so important to make sure that Ardee and Mid Louth have a voice at the table."