Sheedy’s bog near Clonlara will be the site of the Clonlara Marsh Fritillary Farm biodiversity project. This butterfly species, a legally protected member of Ireland’s wildlife, is under significant threat due to habitat loss across Europe, including Ireland. The farmer who owns the land, along with the community, has developed a conservation scheme to create …
GALWAY County Council announced that the South Galway Flood Relief Scheme has finally gone to review with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and are optimistic that the scheme will be submitted to the Office of Public Works (OPW) by the end of February. The project began in 2017 as a response to the …
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In a bid to improve road safety, Shannon Municipal District will see the installation of brand new road signage. Recently, the district has introduced a new set of highly visible 30km/h signs, which also feature children-at-play symbols and designated school zone indicators. According to Tom Mellet, Senior Executive Engineer for Shannon MD, these new signs …
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Ennis Book Club Festival is pleased to announce an early bird ticket offer for a selection of key events at Festival 2025, taking place from Friday 7 th – Sunday 9 th March at various venues throughout the town and county. As always, the 2025 Festival will offer a vibrant programme of live events and …
Ennis Book Club Festival 2025 Line-up: Andrew O’Hagan, Ann Cleeves, Ian McEwan, and More Read More »