Monaghan County Council

🚗⚠️ 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.

Great progress underway in strengthening community resilience across Monaghan! Monaghan County Council recently held a demonstration at Magheracloone Community Centre showcasing a new generator changeover switch — helping ensure the centre can stay powered during outages ⚡ This initiative will help Community Support Centres remain operational and further strengthen the ability of communities to support one another during emergencies and severe weather events. So far: 📍 24 centres identified across the county ⚡ 14 already equipped for emergency generator use 🔧 More on the way A big thank you to @magheracloonecommunitycentre Committee, who shared how vital the centre was during Storm Éowyn—providing meals, showers, charging points, and a welcoming place for the community 💛 This work is all about making sure communities are supported when they need it most. #CommunityResilience #EmergencyPreparedness #MonaghanCountyCouncil #Collaboration

Clones is ready 💙🤍 The proud Home of the Ulster Final will host the 138th Ulster Senior Football Championship Final this Sunday as Monaghan take on Armagh. Make a day of it and enjoy the atmosphere across the town from 12.30-2.30pm: 🎶 Live music by the Porter Bellies on The Diamond 🍔 Street food throughout Clones 📺 Family fun, entertainment, and outdoor screening of the match at Barry McGuigan Park With a warm welcome guaranteed, come early and soak up the famous Clones match-day experience. 🅿️ Please see the parking map below to help plan your visit to Clones. #ClonesHomeOfUlsterFootball #GoodLuck #GAA #UlsterSeniorFootballChampionship #MonaghanGAA #MonaghanCountyCouncil @officialmonaghangaa @clonesgaa @clonesnoticeboards @the_porter_bellys @rolocoffee87 @@clg_ardmhacha

🌳 Climate Action in Practice in Monaghan’s Decarbonising Zone 🌍 Students from St Macartan’s College and St Louis Secondary School recently took part in biodiversity learning within the urban pocket forests established by Monaghan Tidy Towns in partnership with Pocket Forests Ireland through the Community Climate Action Programme funded by the Government of Ireland. The pocket forests are a key example of place based climate action in Monaghan Town’s Decarbonising Zone. During the sessions, supported by the Monaghan County Council Climate Action Team, students explored native trees and insect biodiversity, gaining a deeper understanding of how nature supports climate resilience 🦋 This project is delivering on the Monaghan Climate Action Plan by: 🌱 Increasing urban tree cover and supporting carbon sequestration 🌼 Enhancing biodiversity and pollinator habitats 👥 Embedding climate awareness through hands on community and school engagement This initiative highlights how climate investment can deliver real environmental impact while also educating and empowering the next generation to take climate action 🌍 #ClimateActionMonaghan #DecarbonisingZone #We'retakingClimateAction #CommunityClimateAction

📣 Have Your Say – Proposed Variation to the Monaghan County Development Plan 2025–2031 Monaghan County Council intends to make a Proposed Variation No. 2 to the Monaghan County Development Plan 2025–2031 to give effect to the NPF Implementation: Housing Growth Requirements Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2025). 👉 To view full details and find out how to make a submission, visit: monaghan.ie/ 📞Forward Planning Team: 047 30532 Email: [email protected] ⏰ Deadline for submissions: 5pm, Thursday 11 June 2026 Your views are important—make your submission today.

🔵⚪ Best of luck Monaghan! As a big weekend of Ulster Finals approaches, we want to wish both our Ladies and Men’s teams every success 💙 We’re behind you every step of the way—bring it home! 💪 @officialmonaghangaa @monaghanlgfa #UpMonaghan #ClonesHomeOfUlsterFootball #GoodLuck #MonaghanGAA #UlsterFinal #MonaghanAbú #MonaghanLGFA

🌟 A Night Celebrating Our Community 🌟 Monaghan County Council, Ballybay/Clones Municipal District, recently held its Community Awards Night in The Creighton Hotel, Clones, celebrating outstanding individuals and groups who make a real difference across our communities. Many of those in attendance have benefited from the Community Development Fund and Environment Fund, which support local facilities, festivals, events and environmental improvements. From dedicated volunteers to inspiring local champions, each award recipient reflects the pride, passion and strong community spirit that makes Monaghan such a special county. 👏 Congratulations to all our award recipients! 🎥 Here’s a look back at a memorable night. #Ballybay #Clones #CommunityAwards #CommunitySpirit #Monaghan

ONLY 2 WEEKS TO GO! Anticipation is growing for the ‘AI Works for Ireland’ event, with businesses from across the North East set to attend! This event is designed to help Irish SMEs unlock growth and productivity through AI, combining practical workshops with real-world insights from businesses already leveraging AI to drive results. We’re delighted to feature a special fireside chat with @aimeeconnolly_com , CEO & Founder of @sculptedbyaimee , alongside a panel discussion with industry leaders including Rebecca Maguire (Founder of @puroga_pebble_art ), Neill Dunwoody @fw40superduper (Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer, #SPRYT), Phil Graham (Director, #Secora) and Ruth Tidy-King (#CICS_SiloClean Ltd). Our panel will share how they are using AI to boost efficiency, spark innovation, and drive success within their businesses. Date: Thursday, May 28th, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM Location: Peace Campus, Monaghan Town, H18 RP20 ONLY LIMITED SPACES REMAIN! Go to Local Enterprise Monaghan/online bookings to register now - Link in Bio!

Clones – the proud Home of the Ulster Final – will host the 138th Ulster Senior Football Championship Final as Monaghan takes on Armagh this Sunday! Monaghan County Council, in partnership with Clones Town Team and Clones St. Tiernach’s GAA Club, looks forward to welcoming supporters from near and far for a fantastic day of sport and celebration. Make a day of it with pre-match entertainment from 12.30pm to 2.30pm: 🎶 Live outdoor music by The Porter Belly's on The Diamond 🍔 Street food vendors throughout the town Barry McGuigan Park will feature: 🎨 Family-friendly fun with face painting and arts & crafts 📺 Outdoor broadcast of the match 🎶 Live music, a food vendor & public toilets Visitors can look forward to great food, a warm welcome, and the famous Clones pre-match atmosphere! 🅿️ Please see the parking map below to help plan your visit to Clones. Let’s get behind the Monaghan team and give them our full support! 💙🤍 #ClonesHomeOfUlsterFootball #GoodLuck #GAA #UlsterSeniorFootballChampionship #MonaghanGAA @clonesgaa @clonesnoticeboards @officialmonaghangaa

Official launch of Monaghan Has It Day 🚀 We are so looking forward to celebrating all things Monaghan on Saturday 23rd May. Thanks to all those who joined the Monaghan Town Team for our launch photo 📸 Pictured L-R: Emer Brennan (Monaghan Town Team & Tidy Towns), Ryan Aughey (MTT & Squealing Pig), Martin Taylor (MTT & Monaghan MD), Cllr. Alan Johnson, Cllr. Bronagh McAree, Eileen Collery (MTT Chair), Cllr. Pauric Clerkin, Stella Grant (O'Hanrahan Travel), Paddy Sherry (MTT & Monaghan Town Tours), Cllr. Seán Conlon. Thanks also to our wonderful sponsors - Monaghan Municipal District and Monaghan County Council, McElvaney's Marquee and Inflatable Pub Hire, Monaghan Hire, O'Hanrahan Travel, Ward's Life Pharmacy and The Squealing Pig Bar & Restaurant 🙌🏼 @monaghan_coco @monaghan_hire @ohanrahantravel @wards.chemist @officialsquealingpig #MonaghanHasIt #MHIDay #SupportLocal #ShopLocal #LoveLocal

The Cathaoirleach, Cllr PJ O'Hanlon and Members of Monaghan County Council were deeply honoured to host a Civic Reception on Monday, 11th May 2026 at the Shirley Arms Hotel in recognition of the extraordinary courage and resilience of the Appelbee Family. Originally from Magheracloone, Joanne Appelbee and her family, now living in Perth, displayed remarkable strength in the face of an unimaginable ordeal following a kayaking incident on 30th January 2026. In an act of incredible bravery, Joanne’s son Austin swam for four hours to reach shore before continuing for a further two hours on foot to alert rescue services—an effort that ultimately led to the family being saved. His determination, alongside the resilience of the entire family, is truly inspiring. This special evening was an opportunity for the people of Monaghan to recognise and celebrate the Appelbee Family’s courage, and to honour their deep connection to the county. #MonaghanCountyCouncil #CivicReception #Community #Courage #Resilience

🚒 Equipment Upgrade for Monaghan Fire & Civil Protection Monaghan County Council is delighted to announce the delivery of new battery‑operated road traffic collision rescue equipment in Ballybay, Castleblayney and Clones. Funded by the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management (€133,455), this modern equipment will improve response times at serious RTCs and removes the need for fossil‑fuel generators — supporting our goal to reduce emissions by 30% by 2030.