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New York Times names Waterford as one of top places to visit in 2024
New York Times names Waterford as one of top places to visit in 2024
The New York Times is just the latest international publication to sing Waterford's praise

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

National Cycle Network for Ireland
New cycling network to connect 200 cities, towns and villages across Ireland
A total of 85 corridors have been proposed as part of the plan, with the aim being that 80% of households and nearly 90% of jobs will be located within 5km of the network

Wed, 10 Jan, 2024

Making your journey count
Making your journey count
Blackberry picking, bird spotting and spectacular Atlantic Ocean views across Tralee Bay? The school run for the Browne family sounds nothing short of idyllic but is just another day for the keen cyclists

Tue, 12 Dec, 2023

Donal Hickey: Funding for greenways, walking trails, and beach access — at Ballybunion, Valentia, Macroom and more locations
Donal Hickey: Funding for greenways, walking trails, and beach access — at Ballybunion, Valentia, Macroom and more locations
€2.3million is to go towards 50 new outdoor recreation projects, including Ireland’s first underwater artificial reef at Killala Bay, in Mayo

Thu, 07 Dec, 2023

New video and pictures show council's plans for Monkstown
New video and pictures show council's plans for Monkstown
Cork County Council has unveiled its plans for a greenway and public realm upgrade in the Cork Harbour village of Monkstown

Mon, 30 Oct, 2023

New plans lodged to knock down Cork's Rochestown Inn for a cafe, bar and apartments
New plans lodged to knock down Cork's Rochestown Inn for a cafe, bar and apartments
The local Sweeney family had lodged their first plans two years ago

Mon, 18 Sep, 2023

Public to have their say on plans for new €5m Cork greenway
Public to have their say on plans for new €5m Cork greenway
Proposed route would run from the Chetwynd reservoir off Sarsfield Road to the Kinsale Road roundabout, along the route of the old Bandon railway line

Tue, 28 Mar, 2023

Ukrainians in rural East Cork centre have to walk along 'dangerous' road
Ukrainians in rural East Cork centre have to walk along 'dangerous' road
Lack of public transport affects those without cars including the refugees being accommodated in Trabolgan holiday village

Sun, 15 Jan, 2023

'Historic day' for Kerry as new greenway routes open
'Historic day' for Kerry as new greenway routes open
A 16km route for cyclists and walkers now runs between Listowel town centre and Abbeyfeale, while 11km track from Tralee town runs along the bay to the Port of Fenit

Fri, 28 Oct, 2022

Cork residents say council is 'ramming' greenway into their community
Cork residents say council is 'ramming' greenway into their community
The construction of the greenway is part of the first phase of Carrigaline's public realm enhancement project 

Sun, 25 Sep, 2022

Hurray for new greenways and national cycle network 
Hurray for new greenways and national cycle network 
Greenways are great for tourism — and locals. And they also make rural locations more attractive to settle in

Thu, 04 Aug, 2022

Section of popular Cork greenway reopens after 15-month revamp
Section of popular Cork greenway reopens after 15-month revamp
The improved route now has new access ramps, more than 2,000 recently planted trees, CCTV and environmentally sensitive public lighting

Fri, 15 Jul, 2022

Treetops seen from a low angle
Five walking or cycle trails through trees if you crave a cooling breeze
A leafy canopy could be just what you need to stay cool

Fri, 17 Jun, 2022

Popular Cork walkway to reopen by mid-summer after long delays
Popular Cork walkway to reopen by mid-summer after long delays
While people may be impatient to see the popular walkway reopened, "it is better to wait so that it is done properly", said a local councillor

Sat, 30 Apr, 2022

Going green: Six greenways for all the family to explore over the Easter long weekend
Going green: Six greenways for all the family to explore over the Easter long weekend
Looking for a lovely way to spend time together over the school holidays? Get on your bikes and go exploring these trails

Fri, 15 Apr, 2022

Dr Declan Jordan: Cork to Limerick rail and greenway plans 'a boon' for the region
Dr Declan Jordan: Cork to Limerick rail and greenway plans 'a boon' for the region
A dual carriageway, combined with sustainable solutions such as rail, is a much more sensible solution than the previously-planned motorway, writes Dr Declan Jordan

Thu, 31 Mar, 2022

On your bike: How Cork, Limerick and Waterford are playing catch-up for cycling commuters
On your bike: How Cork, Limerick and Waterford are playing catch-up for cycling commuters
Cycling has environmental, health, and economic benefits, but safer routes are needed to reverse its decline in popularity as a means of transport, writes Ellen O’Regan

Sun, 16 Jan, 2022

Landowners who help with delivery of greenway schemes may be paid
Landowners who help with delivery of greenway schemes may be paid
Following concerns about CPOs, stakeholders have agreed a new code of practice for developing Ireland's growing greenway network

Fri, 17 Dec, 2021

DENIS SCANNELL
John G O'Dwyer: We must do more to support our upland visitor attractions
A pilgrim path through Tipperary and Waterford, and a pilot indemnity scheme in Kerry and Galway, point to the future of recreation and tourism

Mon, 08 Nov, 2021

New greenways and 'quiet ways' among cycle infrastructure approved for Cork
New greenways and 'quiet ways' among cycle infrastructure approved for Cork
Design works to develop a greenway along the old Cork to Bandon rail line, and new infrastructure on the northside of the city have been approved

Tue, 14 Sep, 2021

6 foodie experiences you won't want to miss at the Waterford Harvest Festival 
6 foodie experiences you won't want to miss at the Waterford Harvest Festival 
The festival of food runs from September 6-12 and features tasting menus, prohibition cocktails and shellfish on a viking boat

Mon, 30 Aug, 2021

Busy Cork commuter town to benefit from 'transformative' travel plan
Busy Cork commuter town to benefit from 'transformative' travel plan
The plan includes dedicated bus corridors and recognises the need to develop a greenway from Carrigaline to Ringaskiddy.

Tue, 20 Jul, 2021

Population decline in south Kerry justifies greenway project, court told
Population decline in south Kerry justifies greenway project, court told
The High Court is hearing two separate challenges aimed at quashing permission for a greenway between Glenbeigh and just outside Cahersiveen

Thu, 24 Jun, 2021

Cavan fever: Holiday in a woodland cabin in the lakeland county
Cavan fever: Holiday in a woodland cabin in the lakeland county
The best staycation you've never had

Wed, 23 Jun, 2021

Councillors want explanation for controversial Cork greenway route 
Councillors want explanation for controversial Cork greenway route 
The selection of the Rochestown Road as the preferred route for an upgrade of the Lee to Sea greenway has caused controversy after a coastal route was favoured

Wed, 12 May, 2021

'Significant mandate' for coastal greenway route, say Cork cyclists
'Significant mandate' for coastal greenway route, say Cork cyclists
Council say coastal route would impact on an adjoining Special Protection Area as well raising security and privacy concerns for local residents

Thu, 06 May, 2021

'Garda' submission adds further controversy to contentious greenway upgrade in Cork
'Garda' submission adds further controversy to contentious greenway upgrade in Cork
Garda submission argues against routing Lee to Sea greenway upgrade along the southern shores of the Douglas estuary, behind houses at Island View and St Gerard’s Place, citing concerns of residents

Tue, 04 May, 2021

Critical path: Tensions blow up over preferred route for Cork's Lee to Sea greenway
Critical path: Tensions blow up over preferred route for Cork's Lee to Sea greenway
Decision to route path along busy road rather than on the waterside have angered some — but residents have defended the choice

Sat, 01 May, 2021

Easter Monday TV Tips: in gear — Enda Kenny visits old railway routes and Greenways on his bicycle
Easter Monday TV Tips: in gear — Enda Kenny visits old railway routes and Greenways on his bicycle
— and Skyscraper is a blockbuster perfect for a Bank Holiday Monday

Mon, 05 Apr, 2021

Royal Canal — taking Ireland's greenways up a gear
Royal Canal — taking Ireland's greenways up a gear
— Cycling out and getting the train back home could be a great option too

Mon, 05 Apr, 2021

Completion of Youghal-Midleton Greenway delayed until 2023 
Completion of Youghal-Midleton Greenway delayed until 2023 
However the Government is to fund all of the €19.8m cost up from a previous commitment of €8m

Sun, 28 Mar, 2021

Council hits back at accusations of 'destroying habitats' as trees felled on Cork greenway
Council hits back at accusations of 'destroying habitats' as trees felled on Cork greenway
UCC expert raises concern that the local authority's greenway plan appears to involve reducing biodiversity

Sat, 13 Mar, 2021

Work to start on major upgrade of Cork City greenway
Work to start on major upgrade of Cork City greenway
The Passage greenway will ultimately serve as a vital link in a proposed cross-city cycling route linking the Lee valley to the harbour

Sun, 21 Feb, 2021

Cork to benefit from a €45m 'game-changing' investment in walking and cycling projects
Cork to benefit from a €45m 'game-changing' investment in walking and cycling projects
A €45m investment in dozens of walking and cycling projects in Cork has been described as the true start of a “game-changing” transport plan for the city region.

Thu, 11 Feb, 2021

Public urged to have its say on Passage greenway
Public urged to have its say on Passage greenway
Construction on the first phase of the project, from Páirc Uí Chaoimh to Mahon, is beginning

Tue, 12 Jan, 2021

Cork's Rochestown on track for new greenway link, and old rail station cafe-restaurant conversion
Cork's Rochestown on track for new greenway link, and old rail station cafe-restaurant conversion
Tommy Barker says public consultation plans have been released for an exciting new greenway and chi-chi cafe along Rochestown's harbour amenity walks

Wed, 02 Dec, 2020

Irish Examiner View: Greenway could be the way to go
Irish Examiner View: Greenway could be the way to go
The long-delayed Cork to Limerick motorway — the M20 — has been part of Munster’s mythology for almost as long as promises around draining the Shannon have resurfaced with each passing flood.

Sat, 21 Nov, 2020

Youghal greenway to receive €10m under government funding package
Youghal greenway to receive €10m under government funding package
Transport Minister Eamon Ryan said the funding demonstrated Government commitment to developing sustainable transport networks nationwide.

Mon, 09 Nov, 2020

Cork has 'huge potential' for new greenways to be developed quickly
Cork has 'huge potential' for new greenways to be developed quickly
Cork has “huge potential” to build a range of new greenways “relatively quickly”, according to the transport and environment minister.

Wed, 14 Oct, 2020

Development of greenways back on track thanks to funding boost
Development of greenways back on track thanks to funding boost
Funding of €4.5m for 26 greenways has been welcomed, but farmers need to see full indemnity and proper fencing

Mon, 17 Aug, 2020

Kerry slugs and bats will be disturbed by greenway, High Court hears
Kerry slugs and bats will be disturbed by greenway, High Court hears

A proposed cycling and pedestrian "greenway" will disturb the habitats for the Kerry Slug and the Lesser Horseshoe Bat, it has been claimed in a High Court challenge.

Tue, 10 Dec, 2019

Measures to protect 'Kerry slug' outlined at oral hearing into Kerry Greenway plan
Measures to protect 'Kerry slug' outlined at oral hearing into Kerry Greenway plan

Measures to protect the Kerry Slug, a protected species, have been outlined at the An Bord Pleanála oral hearing into the Kerry Greenway.

Wed, 09 Oct, 2019

€19m Co Cork greenway gets unanimous backing from councillors
€19m Co Cork greenway gets unanimous backing from councillors

Cork county councillors have voted unanimously to turn the former Midleton-Youghal railway line into a leisure facility for cyclists and walkers.

Mon, 14 Jan, 2019

Damien Enright: Reclaiming of railways for walking began in the 1980s
Damien Enright: Reclaiming of railways for walking began in the 1980s

With land for walking and cycling routes in Kerry now being bought by compulsory purchase order, it’s a shame that the efforts of the first developers of abandoned Irish railway routes aren’t recognised.

Mon, 10 Sep, 2018

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