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Monaghan County Council is delighted to launch Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme, supporting 20 community groups to deliver practical climate projects in towns, villages and rural areas across the county.

🌱 Approximately €438,000 investment in community led climate action across Monaghan!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to launch Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme, supporting 20 community groups to deliver practical climate projects in towns, villages and rural areas across the county.

Funded by @deptcee under the Community Climate Action Programme, this allows communities to be at the heart of climate action — supporting projects such as:
☀️ Solar PV & battery storage
🚲 Bicycle racks
💧 Water refill stations
💡 Energy efficient lighting
🌳 Native tree & hedgerow planting
🌧️ Rain water harvesting
These projects will help deliver the Monaghan County Council Climate Action Plan, reducing emissions, enhancing biodiversity and building climate resilience at local level.
👏 Well done to all the participating community groups — we look forward to seeing the positive impact across Monaghan.
#ClimateActionMonaghan #WeareTakingClimateAction #CommunityClimateAction

Big news for Castleblayney!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to confirm that construction on the Castleblayney Market Square Regeneration Phase II project will commence this summer.

This €14.6m investment will see the historic Market House refurbished and repurposed into a vibrant community space with cultural, retail, hospitality and office uses, alongside significant enhancements to the surrounding Market Square.

The project is funded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund with match funding from Monaghan County Council.

We look forward to sharing further updates as this transformative project gets underway.

@deptrcdg

#castleblayney #MarketHouse #Funding

Big news for Castleblayney!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to confirm that construction on the Castleblayney Market Square Regeneration Phase II project will commence this summer.

This €14.6m investment will see the historic Market House refurbished and repurposed into a vibrant community space with cultural, retail, hospitality and office uses, alongside significant enhancements to the surrounding Market Square.

The project is funded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund with match funding from Monaghan County Council.

We look forward to sharing further updates as this transformative project gets underway.

@deptrcdg

#castleblayney #MarketHouse #Funding

Big news for Castleblayney!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to confirm that construction on the Castleblayney Market Square Regeneration Phase II project will commence this summer.

This €14.6m investment will see the historic Market House refurbished and repurposed into a vibrant community space with cultural, retail, hospitality and office uses, alongside significant enhancements to the surrounding Market Square.

The project is funded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund with match funding from Monaghan County Council.

We look forward to sharing further updates as this transformative project gets underway.

@deptrcdg

#castleblayney #MarketHouse #Funding

Big news for Castleblayney!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to confirm that construction on the Castleblayney Market Square Regeneration Phase II project will commence this summer.

This €14.6m investment will see the historic Market House refurbished and repurposed into a vibrant community space with cultural, retail, hospitality and office uses, alongside significant enhancements to the surrounding Market Square.

The project is funded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund with match funding from Monaghan County Council.

We look forward to sharing further updates as this transformative project gets underway.

@deptrcdg

#castleblayney #MarketHouse #Funding

Big news for Castleblayney!

Monaghan County Council is delighted to confirm that construction on the Castleblayney Market Square Regeneration Phase II project will commence this summer.

This €14.6m investment will see the historic Market House refurbished and repurposed into a vibrant community space with cultural, retail, hospitality and office uses, alongside significant enhancements to the surrounding Market Square.

The project is funded under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund with match funding from Monaghan County Council.

We look forward to sharing further updates as this transformative project gets underway.

@deptrcdg

#castleblayney #MarketHouse #Funding

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

A fantastic evening was held recently as Carrickmacross-Castleblayney Municipal District hosted its Community & Environment Awards in the Civic Offices, Carrickmacross.

The event recognised the dedication and hard work of individuals and groups who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and local environment.

Through initiatives supported by the Community Development and Environment Funds, many of those honoured are helping to strengthen local facilities, events and environmental projects across the area.

Each award highlights the commitment and community spirit that plays such an important role in making Carrickmacross-Castleblayney a great place to live and work.

👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients!

#Carrickmacross #Castleblayney #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #MonaghanCountyCouncil

Monaghan County Council are seeking suitably qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Engineer.

Log onto Monaghan.ie for more details.

#jobvacancy #jobopportunity #engineer

There’s still time to get involved in National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Don’t miss the final events taking place across Monaghan—your last chance to explore, learn and connect with nature this week.

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

There’s still time to get involved in National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Don’t miss the final events taking place across Monaghan—your last chance to explore, learn and connect with nature this week.

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

There’s still time to get involved in National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Don’t miss the final events taking place across Monaghan—your last chance to explore, learn and connect with nature this week.

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

There’s still time to get involved in National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Don’t miss the final events taking place across Monaghan—your last chance to explore, learn and connect with nature this week.

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

There’s still time to get involved in National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Don’t miss the final events taking place across Monaghan—your last chance to explore, learn and connect with nature this week.

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

Elected Members of Ballybay/Clones Municipal District were delighted to present this year’s Gaeltacht Scholarships to students from Largy College and Ballybay Community College.

The scholarships support students attending Gaeltacht courses this summer, promoting the Irish language in line with the Official Languages Act.

Scholarship recipients:
📍 Largy College, Clones – Robyn Beattie and Conall McElvaney
📍 Ballybay Community College – Lucy McMahon and Sarah Macklin

Elected Members were also pleased to recognise Eve McKernan, recipient of the Thomas Treanor Award, awarded to the highest achiever in Junior Cert History in Largy College (2025).

Congratulations to all students—well done and every success!✨

Elected Members of Ballybay/Clones Municipal District were delighted to present this year’s Gaeltacht Scholarships to students from Largy College and Ballybay Community College.

The scholarships support students attending Gaeltacht courses this summer, promoting the Irish language in line with the Official Languages Act.

Scholarship recipients:
📍 Largy College, Clones – Robyn Beattie and Conall McElvaney
📍 Ballybay Community College – Lucy McMahon and Sarah Macklin

Elected Members were also pleased to recognise Eve McKernan, recipient of the Thomas Treanor Award, awarded to the highest achiever in Junior Cert History in Largy College (2025).

Congratulations to all students—well done and every success!✨

Elected Members of Ballybay/Clones Municipal District were delighted to present this year’s Gaeltacht Scholarships to students from Largy College and Ballybay Community College.

The scholarships support students attending Gaeltacht courses this summer, promoting the Irish language in line with the Official Languages Act.

Scholarship recipients:
📍 Largy College, Clones – Robyn Beattie and Conall McElvaney
📍 Ballybay Community College – Lucy McMahon and Sarah Macklin

Elected Members were also pleased to recognise Eve McKernan, recipient of the Thomas Treanor Award, awarded to the highest achiever in Junior Cert History in Largy College (2025).

Congratulations to all students—well done and every success!✨

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

It’s National Biodiversity Week 🌿
Why not take this as an opportunity to explore nature? A variety of free events are happening across Monaghan for all to enjoy.

(Part 2: Events up until 22nd May – stay tuned for Part 3)

#BiodiversityWeek #NationalBiodiversityWeek #CoMonaghan #LoveMonaghan

Kavanagh Weekend 2026 is on the way!

With highlights including Anne Waldman, Adrian Dunbar and the annual Poetry Award, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic celebration of literature and creativity.

And this is only the beginning—much more to come.

Tickets on sale now for the opening night events: https://patrickkavanaghcentre.com/events/

A warm welcome from Cathaoirleach of the Ballybay/Clones Municipal District, Cllr. Sinéad Flynn, to all travelling to Clones today!#ClonesHomeofUlsterFootball

The Road Safety Authority Ireland Roll Over Simulator at Cars, Bikes and Coffee Monaghan today . Thiseducational unit safely demonstrates the life-saving importance of wearing a seatbelt during a car crash. It consists of a real car body mounted on a hydraulic rotating platform that spins 90, 180, or 360 degrees.

#roadsafety

🚗⚠️ EVENT REMINDER | THIS SUNDAY 17th MAY ⚠️🚗

This Sunday, join us for a special Cars, Bikes & Coffee Monaghan event, delivered in partnership with Road Safety Authority Ireland (RSA) and Monaghan County Council.

The event runs from 9.00am to 12.00pm with a strong emphasis on road safety awareness for all road users.

On the day, attendees will have the opportunity to:
✅ Engage with road safety awareness messages
✅ View live Emergency Services demonstrations
✅ Experience the Rollover Simulator, highlighting the real life impact of road traffic collisions
✅ Learn more about how small changes in behaviour can make our roads safer

The event also offers a family friendly atmosphere, an impressive display of vehicles, food and refreshments, with all proceeds proudly supporting LA519, an important local cause 💛

🎁 The first 150 drivers will receive a free goody bag, so early arrival is encouraged.
Road safety is a shared responsibility, and events like this provide an important opportunity to raise awareness, start conversations, and remind everyone of the role we all play in keeping roads safe.
📅 Sunday, 17th May 2026
⏰ 9.00am – 12.00pm
📍 MTEK, Armagh Road, Monaghan (H18 X0W2)

👉 Drop in, support the cause, and help promote road safety awareness in our community.