#Rescue - The Irish Independent reports that a 13-year-old boy has been rescued after falling into the River Boyne in Drogheda last night (28 December).
It's believed the boy had been playing close to the edge of the river opposite the Louth town's Garda station when he slipped into the water.
The casualty was kept afloat by a life ring thrown by a passer-by till he was rescued by the Irish Coast Guard.
The Irish Independent has more on the story HERE.
MacDara Conroy is a contributor covering all things on the water, from boating and wildlife to science and business
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