Offaly tidy towns groups to receive €35,000 in funding

Twenty-two Tidy Towns groups across the county are to benefit from €35,000 in funding to help communities prepare for next year's Tidy Towns competition.

The announcement was made by Minister Dara Calleary, as part of a €1.5 million national allocation.

The Offaly allocations are: Tullamore €4,000, Edenderry €3,000, Banagher €2,000, Belmont €2,000, Birr €2,000, Clara €2,000, Daingean €2,000, Ferbane €2,000, Kilcormac €2,000, Ballyboy €1,000, Ballycumber €1,000, Cadamstown €1,000, Clonbullogue €1,000, Crinkill €1,000, Geashill €1,000, Horseleap €1,000, Killeigh €1,000, Kinnitty €1,000, Moneygall €1,000, Pullough €1,000, Rhode €1,000, and Shannonbridge €1,000.

Speaking on the announcement, Offaly TD Tony McCormack TD said: “Our Tidy Towns groups play an important role in communities right across Offaly. Their work is evident in the appearance of our towns and villages and the pride people take in their local areas. This funding will help groups continue that work, including projects focused on biodiversity, sustainability and improving our local environment. Congratulations to all the groups receiving funding, and thanks to everyone involved in keeping our towns and villages looking their best.”