Cavan Public Participation Network

29/10/2026

We asked Communities in Cavan what their main issues are and they said...

- funding (well here's funds for Christmas lights, rivers, festivals and more)
- Training (here's links to training in running AGMs, being on boards, facilitation and more)
- Being heard (here's consultations on women's issues and home care)
- Being included (well here's seats on Credit Unions, Council Committees, Peace Plus and more)

All this and news on local community events, projects, initiatives and more in this weeks CavanPPN ENews. Every week we send this out to our 573 member groups' contact person*. You can't say you weren't told...

https://www.cavanppn.ie/post/cavan-community-enews-30-10-26
fans Cavan County Local Development Cavan County Council Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht

*every community group registered with CavanPPN provides a contact person to receive our notices. It's their job to further disseminate this info among their own group members. Ask your chairperson or secretary for more if you don't get the ENews Info every week.

Welcome to your weekly ENews. Our news is compiled weekly from our over 500 member groups, partner agencies and funders. The deadline for...

27/10/2026

Once more the government has been clear on its commitment to viewing community representation and voice via the PPNs as the way forward in Irish society. In the newest report, Our Rural Future 2026 to 2031, they name PPNs as key stakeholders in this journey to inclusivity, participation and collaborative social design.

As the Taoiseach put it in the launch today, it is an ambition that puts "with rural communities at the heart of decision-making.”
Minister Buttimer stated “By supporting local participation and continuing to invest in the facilities and services that bring people together, we can help build stronger, more resilient rural communities, where people of all ages feel connected, supported and valued.”

This follows on from last week's Ár Scáth a Chéile, the Government’s new five-year strategy to support and strengthen Ireland’s community and voluntary sector, which also named PPNs as the vehicle for community representation and engagement at a local level across Ireland.

See the report here:
https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-rural-and-community-development-and-the-gaeltacht/publications/our-rural-future-rural-development-policy-2026-2031/ -rural-future-rural-development-policy-2026-2031

Cavan County Local Development Cavan County Council Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Northern Sound FM The Anglo-Celt

27/10/2026

Save the Date!
Saturday November 28th 10.30am to 3.00pm
Come along to our FREE community Conference in Arva, County Cavan.
Featuring local entertainment, guest speakers on funding and information stalls as well as refreshments served. Come along and join in the fun and festive atmosphere. Full details in poster below.
Booking via our website www.cavanppn.ie
Cavan County Local Development Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Northern Sound FM The Anglo-Celt Cavan County Council Arva 3 Province Festival Arva Area Development Association Hughie's Bar Arva

26/10/2026

Cavan County Council has acknowledged concerns that proposed changes to European Union funding arrangements could have significant implications for rural communities, with elected members calling for a direct submission to Government to protect local interests.

23/10/2026

⚠️ 3 Orange Warnings Issued! ⚠️

📳 Status Orange - Rain warning

Issued for Kerry

Storm Boelo will bring spells of very heavy and intense rain. 
Prepare for impacts:

* Damage to homes and businesses expected
* Disruption and delays to public transport (rail, bus)
* Flooding expected
* Outdoor events severely disrupted
* Very difficult travelling conditions

Valid: 07:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 14:00 Saturday 24/10/2026

📳 Status Orange - Wind warning

Issued for Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Sligo

Storm Boelo: Gale force westerly winds with severe and damaging gusts.
Prepare for impacts:

* Damage to already weakened structures
* Damage to power lines, power outages
* Disruption and delays to public transport likely (air, rail, bus, ferry)
* Fallen trees
* Large coastal waves
* Loose objects displaced
* Coastal flooding where winds onshore
* Very difficult travelling conditions, dangerous conditions at sea

Valid: 14:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 09:00 Sunday 25/10/2026

📳 Status Amber - Wind warning

Issued for Derry and Antrim

The strongest winds from Storm Boelo are expected from Saturday evening and extend eastwards through Sunday.

Valid: 21:00 Saturday 24/10/2026 to 21:00 Sunday 25/10/2026

All warnings at met eireann and met office websites

22/10/2026

With a massive storm lashing Ireland's southern regions this week, why not learn all about these new and increasingly powerful storms from an insightful and entertaining specialist; Joanna Donnelly... this Friday at Cavan Eco Feile!

https://www.cavancoco.ie/services/environment-climate-action/climate-action/cavan-eco-feile/eco-fun-events/understanding-ireland-s-weather-climate-joanna-donnelly/?fbclid=IwY2xjawVHDxFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMEUwTWtxeVpKTEQzeFhTSVFzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe5XKSVOIHW7fw-k2wo8hWVdYKDhizcL5_4tiSk_OgcSKWh44mWnnxjU76IBo_aem_QU6Xhrq6pYDxq11WHRLAFQ

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22/10/2026

Your guide to Cavan Eco Féile!

21/10/2026

What is Cavan's Future for our Youth?
Aughadreena, Corlurgan and Lacken Schools tell their stories!

CavanPPN and Cavan County Council collaborated this year with 3 Cavan National Schools to source our young people's vision of our county in 2036.
Engaging with over 50 children from 1st to 6th classes, the vision provided insights into their fears, hopes and dreams of a future for Cavan's young citizens. Brought to life by the writing of Daniel Downey, the life of 'Cara' a ten year old in 2036 brings to life the reality of a challenging but interesting future.

From AI friends to storm drenched floods, extinct species to genetically resurrected dodos... the future is what we can imagine and more.

Join us for the launch of this booklet by renowned meteorologist Joanna Donnelly this Friday 3-4pm.
Full details in the link below.

https://www.cavancoco.ie/services/environment-climate-action/climate-action/cavan-eco-feile/eco-fun-events/understanding-ireland-s-weather-climate-joanna-donnelly/

Cavan County Local Development Cavan County Council Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht Northern Sound FM Kangaroo Bouncing Castles & Balloons Irish Environmental Network Leitrim Local Environmental Network

21/10/2026

A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for County Cavan, in effect from 7pm Thursday until 8am Friday. Heavy, blustery rain associated with Storm Austen is expected during this period, with the potential for difficult travelling conditions, poor visibility, and localised flooding.

https://www.cavancoco.ie/news/2026/storm-austen-status-yellow-rain-warning/