Counsellor Rhoda Smith spoke to us about teenagers dealing with the sudden loss of a friend. John H Shanahan reflected on the state of play in the US Presidential race. Mary Farrelly's new book "The Dog Knows Do You?" is a fascinating concept and read while Collette Farrell is so pleased the Lighthouse Project at Mornington Beach has come to fruition!

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Money Doctor John Lowe on succession and inheritance, Amanda Alty from Meath Women's Refuge about their domestic violence podcast series, the Louth Urban Food Sanctuary project and another observational on life from Sinead Burke!

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Laura Armada is one happy Spanish lady today! On St Swithin's day, Fr Paddy Rushe delved into the saint who is associated with rain and would you believe it, to counterbalance, a raft of Child Of Prague images followed from listeners. Sean Collins reflected on the history of Fair Street, the new council offices and the future development of Drogheda town centre. Alan Currans is sailing round these islands raising awareness and funds for suicide counselling and Caoimhe Lynch told us all about the campaign to bring her best friend Emma home, following a life changing car accident.

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With many in the Northeast in shock and heartbroken, Gerry spoke poignantly about thirteen year old Zara Murphy, who died tragically while playing football in Termonfeckin last evening. Justin Kinsella explained the workings of 3D printing technology in building homes. Grace Tierney fooled around with words, Kathy Crinion brought us up to date about the story of her great great grandmother while Laura Armada and Dave Turner had the banter between Spain and England ahead of the Euros final. Sport with David Sheehan, comedy and our TV theme completed Friday's line up.

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Philip Quinn offered his thoughts on the new Irish soccer manager ahead of his unveiling at an Aviva stadium press conference. Tina Doran's story could have been so different had she had her blood pressure checked. Andy Drummond explained what the charity Habitat for Humanity and their ReStore in Drogheda is all about. Seven year old Freya Doolan's appeal to Meath County Council ,about the playground in Laytown, has worked the oracle! While Rhea Smyth, who is nine, is having her hair cut, to give back to the children's hospital in Temple Street.

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No better man than Rory O'Connor to brighten up a dreary afternoon! Dave Robinson is actually tapping into rain water, Dr Kate McCann advised on caffeine & energy drinks and Monique Piper is doing her best after losing her soulmate.

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Jacqueline McGeough lost an eye but her life was ultimately saved, physiotherapist Robbie Smyth is Olympics bound, Trim flies the flag for Meath and Ireland in an international competition and Orla O'Connor told of a community coming together to support families in Gaza.

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Following on from the Girls in Green revelations, Stephen McGuinness General Secretary of the PFAI and Bernard O'Byrne former FAI CEO, reflected on the fallout of what allegedly happened. Jason McGee is thrilled more of the history of brewing in Dundalk is to be digitised thanks to a new project at DKIT. Organic gardener Nicky Kyle advised on what to sow as July unfolds and Cliodhna O'Bric told of a new safer way to park at Navan O'Mahony's grounds.

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On Your Council Day we took Late Lunch to the headquarters of Meath County Council in Navan where we found out lots of aspects to the council that may not be apparent to many. The impact of library services, support for community developments and assisting businesses develop & grow. We also met new CEO Kieran Kehoe and recently elected Cathaoirleach Sharon Tolan.

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What an afternoon we had at the Gary Kelly Cancer Support Centre as it celebrates its 20th Birthday! Barbara Kelly, Gary's sister-in-law and board member from its inception, reflected on how it all began, evolved and the challenges it has faced down the years. The centres choir sang beautifully while Ann Marie Reid and Susie Barrett told what the centre meant to them on their cancer journeys. Ger Foran volunteered from the first day the doors opened, is still there and loves every day she spends in the place. Peig Farrell and Liam Reay are ace fundraisers, Caoimhe Callaghan provides reflexology treatments and Emer Quinlan is the woman charged with raising the funds that keep the show on the road.

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