Inspirational individuals and groups who have made exceptional contributions to the local community through remarkable achievements, dedicated voluntary service, or distinguished representation at national or international level were honoured at the Dundalk Municipal District Civic Awards, which took place on Thursday 26 March in County Hall. All Photos: Paul O'Connor Kevin Mulligan is honoured for his decades of dedicated service to St Vincent de Paul. Since first joining in 1966, he has offered steady, compassionate support to those in need.

placeholder image — Inspirational individuals and groups who have made exceptional contributions to the local community through remarkable achievements, dedicated voluntary service, or distinguished representation at national or international level were honoured at the Dundalk Municipal District Civic Awards, which took place on Thursday 26 March in County Hall. All Photos: Paul O'Connor Kevin Mulligan is honoured for his decades of dedicated service to St Vincent de Paul. Since first joining in 1966, he has offered steady, compassionate support to those in need.

PHOTOS: Louth community heroes honoured at Dundalk Civic Awards

By Michelle O'Keeffe

Managing Editor

Published 2nd Apr 2026, 07:59 GMT

Updated 3rd Apr 2026, 16:35 GMT

Celebrating dedication and service at teh 2026 Dundalk Civic Awards

Cuchulainn Cycling Club is recognised for its long-standing contribution to sport and community life since 1935.

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Cuchulainn Cycling Club is recognised for its long-standing contribution to sport and community life since 1935.

The Omeath Festival of Christmas Lights Committee is celebrated for transforming a small 2016 display into a cherished annual tradition

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The Omeath Festival of Christmas Lights Committee is celebrated for transforming a small 2016 display into a cherished annual tradition

Georgina Drumm is honoured for her exceptional leadership and lifelong volunteer service to Irish athletics.

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Georgina Drumm is honoured for her exceptional leadership and lifelong volunteer service to Irish athletics.

Clodagh O’Mahony and the late Brian Doyle are recognised for founding and developing The House in Cox’s Demesne.

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Clodagh O’Mahony and the late Brian Doyle are recognised for founding and developing The House in Cox’s Demesne.

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