News - Department of Rural and Community Development

Co Cavan walking trail receives €1,000 to maintain, improve, and promote amenity
Funding of close to €1 million has been announced to support and improve around 450 walking trails nationwide.
Aug 10, 2022 15:08Funding of €70,000 to provide series of new local library programmes
It's aimed at helping libraries reach out to marginalised groups.
Aug 4, 2022 13:08Funding of €345,000 announced for local forest parks and outdoor facilities
Minister Heather Humphreys says the works will attract more visitors to the region.
May 13, 2022 10:05Minister welcomes National Development Plan commitment to complete Ulster Canal project
The Shared Island Fund is providing a further €1m for Phase 3 of the project - linking Clonfad to Castle Saunderson.
Oct 4, 2021 14:10Funding of €120,000 announced for six local community and voluntary organisations
It's part of the Covid-Stability Fund.
Oct 1, 2021 11:10"The Cavan Way" added to government scheme to enhance walking trails
A new Rural Recreation Officers has also been appointed in Co Cavan.
Sep 29, 2021 10:09Over €563,000 awarded to 13 local projects under the CLÁR Programme
Seven projects across Cava and six in Monaghan benefit from the funding.
Aug 30, 2021 13:08Extra €1.8 million announced for local laneways
The funding is being welcomed locally.
Jul 29, 2021 12:07Over €225,000 in Covid funding granted to 12 organisations across Northern Sound region
The funding is aimed at organisations that have suffered as a result of the pandemic.
Jul 9, 2021 11:07Local community welcoming news that future of Bailieborough Swimming Pool is secured
The Bailieborough community is welcoming the news that the future of the local Swimming Pool and Leisure Centre has been secured. It was announced this
Oct 30, 2020 17:10NorthernSound Newsletter
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