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Kylemore Abbey marked a special milestone in the story of its Victorian Walled Garden with an exclusive after-hours event celebrating 25 years of restoration, growth and stewardship. Bringing together gardening enthusiasts and local community groups, the after-hours event highlighted not only the remarkable transformation of the historic garden but also the rich biodiversity that surrounds the Victorian Estate.

In Claregalway, a dedicated group of volunteers has been steadily working to enhance the appearance and environment of their community. This year, the group has grown to 11 volunteers, and the rise reflects a growing recognition of the improvements being made.

Formal recognition for the consistent and diligent work conducted by Athlone Tidy Towns is wholly deserved, Cllr Aengus O’Rourke stated this week.

The consistently diligent work of numerous local community volunteer groups was formally recognised for the third successive year as Athlone achieved a gold medal standard accolade at the annual National Tidy Town’s awards ceremony.

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Local Minister of State, Deputy Peter Burke, has announced funding to provide additional financial support to Westmeath County Council ensuring sufficient provision is made for bins, waste collection and portaloos where necessary as well as any further measures required at key locations ahead of an outdoor summer.

Michael Ring TD has said that the return of the Supervalu Tidy Towns Competition will be a huge boost to communities across Mayo, many of whom have kept up the great work throughout the pandemic to keep their neighbourhoods clean, despite the cancellation of the competition due to Covid.

Westmeath County Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr. John Dolan, launched National Spring Clean 2019 this week, as the local authority continues to promote an anti-litter ethos.

Westmeath County Council are inviting Tidy Towns committees to take part in an initiative that will tackle the scourge of disposable coffee cups in the county during National Spring Clean Week in April.

Athlone and Ballinahown were recognised nationally while also achieving noted status in their relevant county categories at the Super Valu Tidy Town awards ceremony.