Creative Places Balbriggan has successfully awarded 11 artists to work with local Balbriggan community groups through a brand-new funding scheme.

Three outstanding community groups from across Fingal are preparing to welcome judges from the 2026 IPB Pride of Place Competition next month, as they showcase the innovation, inclusion and community spirit that continue to make Fingal one of Ireland's leading counties for community development and inclusion.

Fingal County Council Arts Office in partnership with Age & Opportunity and the Tyrone Guthrie Centre have announced two Fingal residency recipients for 2026; visual artist Emma Fitzpatrick and writer Deborah Grimes.

Uisce Éireann has confirmed that a Water Conservation Order will be extended to all counties from 00:01 Friday 24 July until Wednesday 26 August 2026