Two Cavan groups are to receive funding of up to €15,000 under a scheme that supports cultural projects with cross-border elements.
NYAH Comhaltas and Cavan Arts will benefit from €15,000 and €11,250 respectively under the Co-operation with Northern Ireland Scheme.
The funding is given to groups with projects that promote cultural tourism and cultural outreach on a North/South basis.
Cavan Arts received the funding for a collaborative project with Flax Arts Studios in Belfast called "The Waking Walls in the setting of Lough Oughter".
Meanwhile, NYAH Comhaltas' project is a live and digital festival bringing cross-border talent together and fostering peace and reconciliation across Cavan and Tyrone.
Martin Donohoe is the Chair of NYAH Comhaltas and he told Northern Sound that their music is for everyone:
