News and updates from the local authority for County Cavan. Visit our website at www.cavancoco.ie Follow our Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VawdrRq17EmpD9muqd3Hhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.iehttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mma6ip4xlc25LIGHTING UP FOR NF1: On Sunday, 17th May Cavan County Council headquarters at Courthouse Cavan was lit up blue to raise awareness of Neurofibromatosis. 1/219 May 2026 19:59 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mma6ip4xlc25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlvdkitwzi27Tackling Energy Costs – Solutions for Reducing Your Energy Consumption 📅 Thursday, 21st May ⏰ 7:00 – 9:00 pm 📍 Cavan Crystal Hotel, Dublin Road, Cavan (H12 P6E5) This practical session is focused on helping households, community groups, and organisations better understand how to reduce (1/2)15 May 2026 12:30 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlvdkitwzi27https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlv3bifrfs22Pictured is one of the groups who took part in the “Pump Track for Teens” sessions at Tanagh Outdoor Training & Education Centre last night as part of Bike Week 2026. Our thanks to Tanagh for hosting a fantastic evening.15 May 2026 10:02 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlv3bifrfs22https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mluvbt6p5r2kCavan County Council's Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and Disabled People (HAG), Mobility Aids Grants (MAG), and Housing Aid for Older People (HOP) is now open to Priority 1 and Priority 2 applications. buff.ly/47wfjyA15 May 2026 08:15 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mluvbt6p5r2khttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlswoyv3mh25Cavan County Council's Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and Disabled People (HAG), Mobility Aids Grants (MAG), and Housing Aid for Older People (HOP) is now open to Priority 1 and Priority 2 applications. https://buff.ly/47wfjyA14 May 2026 13:35 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlswoyv3mh25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlqva6clpp2qToday’s Wheelchair Accessible Biking morning at the Holy Family School, Cootehill, was a great success, with students and participants enjoying a positive and inclusive cycling experience. #BikeWeek202613 May 2026 18:03 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqva6clpp2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlqrqnyxko2gAre you ready for Retirement? Cavan County Council, in association with the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland, is hosting a free Pre‑Retirement Seminar on Thursday 21st May 2026 in the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan. This informative seminar will help participants plan for a happy and fulfilling (1/2)13 May 2026 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqrqnyxko2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlqoew3ep327'Building Trust in Communities' is a free three-part programme funded by @cavancoco.ie PEACEPLUS programme 2024 - 27, which will help to support participants' sense of belonging and community engagement. Limited places remain and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis buff.ly/DD6Jk0q13 May 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqoew3ep327https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlqodyxhpu2xOur Active Adults participants are pictured celebrating the completion of their 6-week cycling programme in Killykeen Forest Park yesterday. Bike Week is ongoing until the 17th, with plenty more events happening across the county. #BikeWeek202613 May 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqodyxhpu2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlql2h5vio2xVACANCY: Cavan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Senior Library Assistant. Salary: €36,113 to €55,460 per annum https://buff.ly/Fkl4z6013 May 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlql2h5vio2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlqecvrxrh2qNational Biodiversity Week takes place this year from Friday, 15th to Sunday, 24th May. 🐞 To celebrate, join us for a programme of free, family‑friendly events across County Cavan, including guided walks, bird spotting, butterfly and moth activities, water testing, and wildflower walks 🌿🦋 (1/2)13 May 2026 13:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlqecvrxrh2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlq5paqcm42cVACANCY: Cavan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Administrative Officer. Salary: €60,611 to €78,795 per annum https://buff.ly/2dJ00YF13 May 2026 11:02 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlq5paqcm42chttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlpyis5fqh25Agus tú ag tabhairt cuairte ar lochanna agus ar aibhneacha Chontae an Chabhain an samhradh seo, tabhair faoi deara le do thoil gur feidir bas a bheith mar thoradh ar mhíchúram. Nuair a bhíonn tú ag snámh, fan i do dhoimhneacht i gcónaí, agus ná bí ag snámh leat féin.🌊13 May 2026 09:29 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlpyis5fqh25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlljddsvhm2uFamily & Teen Cycles at Killykeen Forest 🚲 Celebrate National Bike Week with two fun, guided cycles in the beautiful Killykeen Forest, suitable for all abilities, with bikes and helmets provided. Family Fun Cycle: Sunday 17th May, 10am-12pm Teen Cycle: Sunday 17th May, 12pm-2pm (1/2)11 May 2026 14:47 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlljddsvhm2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlldrxxuyf2cThe May meeting of Cavan County Council, which is taking place at Cavan County Museum, Ballyjamesduff is now underway. The meeting agenda can be viewed at buff.ly/41ZiUDQ. The meeting will be live-tweeted on the Council's Bluesky account at buff.ly/iRQBmKU11 May 2026 13:08 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlldrxxuyf2chttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlj3ilqtby2kThe N87 is closed at Killycrin between Ballyconnell and Bawnboy following a road traffic collision. Ballyconnell fire brigade is in attendance. Diversions will be put in place, but delays can be expected.10 May 2026 15:34 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlj3ilqtby2khttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlipkktvj722What's in the Wild at Castle Lake🐦🌼 What’s in the Wild at Castle Lake invites you to join Elizabeth McKenna for bird spotting, discover local water quality through a live testing demonstration, and explore all things floral with Janet McGuigan. 🗓 Saturday 16th May ⏰ 12:00pm 📍 Castle Lake10 May 2026 12:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlipkktvj722https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlgfuuy5xz22Habitats Walk & Talk at Cavan Adventure Centre 🌿 Join Éanna Ní Lamhna for a guided Walk & Talk exploring the habitats of Cavan Adventure Centre, from lakeshore and grassland to forest, followed by refreshments. 🗓 Sunday 17th May ⏰ 2:30pm – 4:30pm 📍 Cavan Adventure Centre (1/2)09 May 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlgfuuy5xz22https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlfodrfg3425It’s time to declutter and recycle right ♻️ Join ERP Ireland’s Electrical Recycling Drop‑Off Day: 🗓 9th May | ⏰10am–4pm 📍 The Mart, Ballyjamesduff, Cavan 👉 If it has a plug, cable or battery – bring it! ✅ Household electrical appliances ✅ Phones, laptops & earbuds09 May 2026 07:01 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlfodrfg3425https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mle7c7eiyk25It's World Ovarian Cancer Day To B.E.A.T. ovarian cancer don't miss the signs: • Bloating that's persistent • Eating less. Feeling full more quickly • Abdominal and pelvic pain most days • Toilet changes in urination or bowel habits If you have these symptoms frequently, seek medical advice08 May 2026 16:59 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mle7c7eiyk25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mldhwrwgf622Discover the Hidden Life of Fartrin Bog Join a short guided walk exploring bog habitats and invertebrates. Led by Heather Bothwell (Ecologist) and Rose Cremin of Butterfly Conservation NI, the walk will include an examination of moth traps and a discussion on specialised peatland butterflies. (1/2)08 May 2026 10:01 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mldhwrwgf622https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlbov6djsn2yMinister for Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Mr Dara Calleary TD visited Cavan today, where he officially opened community infrastructure projects representing an investment of over €12.69 million by his Department and Cavan County Council. buff.ly/m99tuKn07 May 2026 17:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlbov6djsn2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3mlawbw75ok27National Biodiversity Week 2026 🌿 Join a relaxed and informal Geopark Wildflower Walk along an easy route through peatland habitats and limestone landscapes. Learn why peatlands are so important, why they need protecting, and how ongoing conservation work is helping to safeguard them. (1/2)07 May 2026 09:39 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3mlawbw75ok27https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml76l4ljdb25Emergency Road Closure – L-2533-0 Abbey Street, Cavan Cavan County Council has made an order to close to public traffic the L-2533-0 Abbey Street, Cavan, each night Monday 11th May and Tuesday 12th May from 7pm until 7am the following morning for the purposes of Civil Works. https://buff.ly/Pjpum4k06 May 2026 17:02 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml76l4ljdb25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml733o6dtm2yTraffic Notice – L3029 Please be advised that traffic lights will be in operation from Wednesday 6th of May to Friday 15th of May (inclusive) on the Cavan to Ballyjamesduff road at Derrylahan, due to emergency verge repair works. Traffic management will be in place day and night during this period.06 May 2026 16:00 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml733o6dtm2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml6xt3k2ro27Emergency Road Closure - L-5527-0 (Putiaghan Lower Road) Cavan County Council has made an order to close to public traffic the L-5527-0 (Putiaghan Lower Road) on Monday, 18 May and Tuesday, 19 May 2026, from 8am to 6pm each day for the purposes of resurfacing works. https://buff.ly/ippPWYt06 May 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6xt3k2ro27https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml6wmi4eu22xTraffic Notice – L7102 Lislea Road Please be advised that traffic lights will be in operation overnight tonight, and again tomorrow night (Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th May) on the L7102 Lislea Road at Lislea, due to ongoing drainage works in preparation for tarmacadam overlay. Delays are expected.06 May 2026 14:40 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6wmi4eu22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml6uk5n2c52gVACANCY: Cavan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Clerk of Works. Salary: €57,895 to €70,730 per annum https://buff.ly/RTpdJyO06 May 2026 14:03 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6uk5n2c52ghttps://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml6pdnruve25Are you ready for Retirement? Cavan County Council, in association with the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland, is hosting a free Pre‑Retirement Seminar on Thursday 21st May 2026 in the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan. This informative seminar will help participants plan for a happy and fulfilling (1/2)06 May 2026 12:30 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6pdnruve25https://bsky.app/profile/cavancoco.ie/post/3ml6io4jb7k27Emergency Road Closure - L-15083-0 Derryna Lane Cavan County Council has made an order to close to public traffic the L-15083-0 Derryna Lane (Tirliffin) from Tuesday, 19 May to Friday, 22 May 2026 and again from Monday, 25 May to Friday, 29 May 2026, from 8am to 6pm each day https://buff.ly/nPBUKTi06 May 2026 10:30 +0000at://did:plc:pbram46xbogmh4vd5c43s6fo/app.bsky.feed.post/3ml6io4jb7k27