A record 14,000 runners, joggers, walkers, pumpkins, skeletons and a host of superheroes set off from Fitzwilliam Street for the 32nd edition of the National Lottery Dublin Marathon.

St John Ambulance Drogheda assisted our fellow Divisions in Dublin, other Divisions from Cork, Limerick, Meath and Kildare were also present as we all worked together to cover this large event. Drogheda Division provided their 2 Divisional Ambulances and their Bike Unit to help cover some of the route.

Well done to all who took part.

On Sunday 30th Oct 2011, as part of RTE's Local heroes, Drogheda held its first Boyneside Samhain. The cannon in Millmount could be heard around the town, A Parade took part throughout the town, The local School kids dressed up and proformed dance acts at St Peters Church, and Demonstrations took place with live music at Scotch hall.

Drogheda Division was on hand throughout the day providing their Ambulance / Bike Unit to cover the event. Also present was the Boyne Fishermen and Recovery, Drogheda Irish Coast Guard Unit and Drogheda Gardai.

If your running an event and need our help, free free to contact us.

As part of European Mobility Week, A Public Cycle took place leaving St Dominicks Park. The Cyclist did about 10k out the Slane Road and back in via Oldbridge to finish in the park. Over 70 Cyclist took part in the event which was organised by Drogheda Borough Council.

St John Ambulance provided their Bike Unit and Ambulance to cover the event. Also present was Drogheda Gardai, Drogheda River Rescue and Recovery Service, and Drogheda Unit Irish Coast Guard who patroled the Ramparks and River.

Energie Fitness M1 Retail Park Drogheda presents a 10k Run/Walk in aid of 2 wel-deserving Local charities. Drogheda River Rescue and Recovery Service & St John Ambulance Drogheda Division . All monies raised will be split between the 2 charities. Sponsorship cards are available at Reception in Energie Fitness M1 retail park, and or from Members of the Drogheda River Rescue / St John Ambulance Drogheda.

Entry to the Run/Walk is... €10.00 per person. However it is free if €30 euro or more sponsership money has been raised on the card. You can also enter online via - www.runireland.com 

There will be some great Prizes on the day, Including Membership to the Gym for 1 full year. Free parking and use of Energie Fitness facilities, Showers and changing rooms will be provided.

Drogheda River Rescue hope to raise funds to purchase 2 new engines for there rescue boats and St John Ambulance Drogheda need funding towards there day to day running costs and much needed equipment.

Reach out and support both charities, Invite your friends,

Prizes are as follows.
1st Prize - €75.00
2nd = €50.00
3rd = €25.00

Sponsorship cards are available and a draw will take place for those who tuck a card, for a years Membership in Energie Fitness Centre Drogheda.

The race starts at 2pm sharp, Registration and returning of Donation cards from 12pm Sat 24th Sept, at Energie Fitness M1 Retail Park, Drogheda.

We would like to Thank Energie Fitness and there staff for organising this event in aid of us.