Department of Rural and Community Development

30 Mar

Move to develop Clarecastle trailhead for River Fergus walkway

LESS than a year after receiving formal approval from the Department of Rural and Community Development, the River Fergus walkway is proving one of the most popular recreational amenities in the Ennis area. In fact, the positive public reaction to the paved cycling and walking route from the Quin Road to Clareabbey has prompted a […]

26 Mar

West Clare pub to become hub of community activity

A West Clare pub will be selected to participate in a  national pilot programme to encourage rural publicans to diversify their facilities for community use as cinemas, digital hubs, book clubs, arts and crafts workshops or meeting spaces. The ‘Pubs as Community Hubs’ initiative is to be rolled out in Cavan, West Donegal, West Cork, […]

7 Dec

Almost €50,000 in COVID-19 supports for community and voluntary groups in Clare: Deputy Joe Carey

Community and voluntary groups in Clare will receive an additional €49,351 in Government funding to help them deal with Covid-19, Deputy Joe Carey has confirmed.   The funding, which is allocated under the COVID-19 Emergency Fund, was confirmed today by Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, and Minister of State with responsibility for […]

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