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Fingal is proposing new play facilities for Loughshinny

Fingal County Council has commenced work on the redevelopment of the GAA and soccer pitches at Skerries Town Park, with a €1.3 million investment designed to enhance sports and recreational facilities for local clubs and the wider community

Applications have been received from professional artists under the Final Artists’ Support Scheme 2026, a long-established funding scheme supporting the development of artistic practice across the county. The scheme originated as a key recommendation of the Council’s Arts Development Plan 2013-2017 and was adopted in 2014. Now in its thirteenth year, it remains a central mechanism through which the Council invests in its professional arts sector. 

The Balrothery Active Travel Plan was officially launched today by the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Tom O’Leary, and David Storey, Director of Environment, Climate Action, Active Travel and Sport at Fingal County Council.

Fingal County Council and Draíocht, Blanchardstown are offering a 4 month paid Studio Residency in Draíocht’s Artist Studio for the period September to December 2026.

 

Fingal County Council Arts Office and Music Network invite applications for the Swords Cultural Quarter Musician-in-Residence Award 2026 at The Carnegie, Swords

Flemington Community Centre was alive with energy on 11 April 2026, as dozens of sports clubs, cultural groups, community organisations, local enterprises, education providers, emergency services,  and agency partners came together for BELIEVE Balbriggan, a major community expo celebrating the very best of the town’s talent, services, opportunities, and innovation - while strengthening connections, civic pride, and participation across the community.

The Fingal County Council Arts Office, in partnership with the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA), have announced the return of the RHA School Studio Award

The Community Development and Inclusion Office has prepared new sensory kits for 10 community centres across the county to mark the 19th year of World Autism Awareness Day on Thursday, April 2 2026. 

Please be advised that our offices, including Libraries are closed from close of business Thursday April 2nd and will reopen on Tuesday, 7 April. Recycling Centres are closed Friday, 3rd April and Monday, 6th April 2026 and open normal opening hours Saturday, 4th April 2026. Have a safe and enjoyable Easter