A 150‑year‑old landmark of rural Meath is gone. Scut Fagan’s Pub, a cornerstone of Moynalvey’s identity and one of the region’s last true traditional pubs, was destroyed in a sudden early‑morning fire on New Year’s Eve. Fire crews from across the county battled the blaze for hours, but the building — rich with history, character, and community memory — could not be saved. As investigators begin their technical examination, locals are left reeling from the loss of a cultural institution that had stood for generations.