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James Hardiman, in his history of Galway lists the fuels available in Galway long ago as coal, turf and bog deal. Bog deal was mostly the roots of trees that had been grown over by the bog over the centuries. It was regarded as a nuisance by the turf cutter who likes nice clean lines as he used his sleán. The turf men usually threw this timber up on top of the bog. It gave out a lot of sparkle, like a mini firework, while it burned in the grate.

In recent years, biodiversity has emerged as a vital theme in rural tourism, and the Ballyhoura region is no exception. But what does biodiversity really mean? It refers to the variety of living organisms, from plants and animals to ecosystems like woodlands, wetlands and grasslands. It is essential for keeping the natural world in balance and provides us with important services such as clean air, water and healthy soils.

A feasabilty study laying out an ambitious and exciting blueprint for the future of Killimordaly, Kiltullagh and Attymon has been launched.

Local Fianna Fáil Councillor, Frankie Keena, has vented expressed tones of anger and frustration following the illegal disposal of litter on a public road through Annagortha Bog in recent times.