June News & Events
What's Happening Locally in brief.
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Cycle Lane Study
Meath County Council announces a 2-month traffic management trial of a filtered permeability scheme for cyclists and pedestrians on Convent Road in Navan.
New NCT Centre
Good news for motorists due their NCT with the announcement that from Monday July 5th a new test centre opens in Navan.
Also, as from June 21st On-Board Diagnostics System will form part of the test.
Find Out More HERE
Cycle Lane Cleaned
Dave and Ed from Navan Cycle Initiative help Johnstown Tidy Towns to clean Bothar Sion's cycle lane of weeds.
Club Space for Hire
50sqm indoor space now available for hire on Academy Street, Navan.
Contact navan@orderofmalta.ie
0871817926 / 0863990461
Natural Wildflowers
The Orchard Estate, near Johnstown, has made great strives to help biodiversity aover the year. The natural wild area on their green lawn has a new plant in flower.
'Here's the latest pleasant surprise at The Orchard....its a Common Spotted Orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) growing in the meadow on the Orchard's green. (In truth, orchids have been anything but 'common' after years of mowing so its a delight to see it making a come back after just 2 years without mowing).
Wonder what else will appear? '
Edible Coffee Cups
Taylor's Coffee Shack now offers customers edible coffee cups.
Pop in and try the bonus snack with your drink.
Schools Close For Summer.
Students delight at the start of their summer holidays as classrooms empty today.
Road traffic should be noticeably quieter in peak hours.
Enthusiastic gardeners
Students at St Mary's Special School in Old Johnstown Village planted out Sunflowers to join the Johnstown Tidy Towns Summer Trail. When the school returns in August the flowers should be in full bloom.
Growing Long
The verge bank at Spire View Lawns is being managed by residents to benefit wildlife. Neatly mowed around its perimeter the natural wildflowers are starting to appear. The intention is not to mow the area until late autumn and only once a year. The grass should start to die off as the soil's nutrients are depleted to be replaced with a natural native wildflower meadow. It's a long process but it should reap huge benefits for biodiversity.
Arson in Old Johnstown
Meath Crime Prevention report that:
'Navan Gardaí are investigating a fire which occurred at approximately 8.30pm on Monday last, at a premises in Old Johnstown. A shed was set alight causing a significant amount of damage. If you noticed anyone acting suspiciously in the area at the time or you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact Navan Garda Station on 046-9036100 or the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111. '
Navan AC Suport Nahyan.
'On Tuesday the 15th June Navan AC were absolutely delighted to hold the “Jerusalema Dance and Sports Fundraising Event” in aid of Nahyan and his family to support his fundraising campaign
It is critically important that the much need funding of €375,000 is raised to get Nayhan to New York for his much needed cancer treatment i.e. the Bivalent vaccine trial at the MSK Cancer Centre, New York (been the only paediatric tumor vaccine in existence) allowing him to have long and fulfilled future.'
Planting for Pollinators
A fantastic pollinator friendly alternative to having a grass verge is to remove the grass and sow wildflowers like the resident in Spire View Lawn.
Please purchase only 'Native Irish Wildflower Seeds'. You'll find them online such as bloomingnative.ie
Sunflower Trail Begins
The first of the Johnstown Tidy Towns Sunflowers were planting by Spire View Lawn residents.
Over the coming weeks they plan to plant at 29 sites to form their Sunflower Trail.
Weeding Progress
Johnstown Tidy Towns continue their work to maintain the main roads without weedkiller.
Meet with them this Thursday 6:30pm outside the Johnstown Shopping Centre.
It's Officially Summer!
The June solstice marks the first day of summer with the sun in its most northern position, directly over the Tropic of Cancer. This is referred to as astronomical summer or the summer solstice.
Cycle Day
A great socially distant turnout for Navan Cycling Initiative's Family Cycle Summer 2021.
Flower Display Returns
This year Johnstown Tidy Towns have created a pollinator- friendly display on St Martha's Bridge.
Included amongst the few bedding plants you'll find Thyme, Rosemary, Oregano, Chives, and Strawberries!
80% of the display will be replanted to extend the display at Athlumney Hall, Metges Road in Autumn.
They already have plans for next year with 100% pollinator plants and 100% reuse.
Babes Bridge Funding
In March The Ramparts - Boyne River Group reported that the RTÉ Nationwide program filmed at Babes Bridge, near Rowley's Lock on the Ramparts. for a show to air in April about the condition of the structure.
Cllr Eddie Fennessy reports that funding has now been allocated by the department to fund the conservation of the Bridge and also Navan's Medieval Town Walls on Abbey Road
New Farmer's Market
We're delighted to see that Wilkinstown Community Centre will be hosting a Farmer's Market next month.
Saturday 7th of August
10am to 2pm
Location , 15min North
The market aims to be held the 1st Saturday of every month hosting stalls with fresh local produce, handmade goods and crafts.
New bollards are not working
We confirmed for ourselves this morning that the newly installed barriers do not prevent delivery vehicles from parking on the pavement, and next to the pedestrian crossing, outside the Johnstown Shopping Centre.
Clean-Up Continues
Weeds that would otherwise be sprayed with poisonous chemicals continue to be removed manually by Johnstown Tidy Towns Volunteers.
They report that 90% of the pavements have now had at least one visit removing in excess of 10 wheelbarrow loads of weeds.
Vaccine Queues
Reports on social media suggest that on some occasions people with appointments are having to wait up to 3hrs for the vaccine at Simonstown GAA vaccine centre. Others are more fortunate and find they arrive and leave within 45minutes.
We suggest you take a book with you and comfy shoes.
Learn What To Do
Within 4 hrs you could learn an invaluable life-saving skill via the Order of Malta Navan.
If you are interested in learning CPR contact their Facebook Page.
#TeamWalterstown
Meath Daily TV caught up to capture the spirit of Walterstown GFC
For more info see their website.
Cycle Collaboration
Navan Cycling Initiative has teamed up with Navan Road Club to offer a special membership package.
For more info see their website.
Self Care Course
Commencing 23rd of June for 4 weeks Core Ireland host a self care course 2hrs each Wednesday: Journaling, Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork, and more.
For more information about the courses, check out their website.
Outdoor venues are having a revival so we highlight those within 1km of Johnstown that provide seating.
Outdoor markets for crafts, food, and local produce have reopened.
Help us to build up a guide to what's available.
School Garden
Ard Ri Primary School increased its planting with a donation from Johnstown Tidy Towns.
Scavenger Hunt
Wild About Navan and Meath's Cruinniú na nÓg invite you this weekend to:
'Gather, Create, and get Wild about Nature.'
Details of things you can do with a chance to WIN one of three fabulous hampers.
Partial Solar Eclipse
Between this morning's clouds we caught a glimpse of the moon passing in front of the sun.
Balrath Woods Reopen
After a long closure the woods have finally reopened to the public.
It has been reported that all the play equipment has been removed - perhaps for Covid reasons?
Please note the new double yellow lines on the road outside the official car park.
Community Cycle Day
Save the date, Sunday June 20th, for Navan Cycling Initiatives 2nd Community Cycle Event.
More details on their website.
Return to Play
The senior ladies team were the first to return to the Walterstown GFC pitch this evening for a challenge match with St. Colmcilles GAA Club
'Tis mighty to have games again! View more pictures from the game 🖤🏐
Navan's Streets Come Alive
The Parklets in Navan have created a vibrant buzz in our town.
Safety Concerns
An article in this week's Meath Chronicle highlights parents' safety concerns where delivery vehicles continue to park over the cycle lane and pavement next to the pedestrian crossing at Johnstown roundabout.
Councilor Eddie Fennessey and Navan Cycling Initiative have requested that the Council installs bollards to end the unsafe parking.
Final Preparations
RTÉ News visited Navan as preparations are made ahead of Hune 7th easing of restrictions to allow outdoor dining.
Street Dining
The outdoor seating 'Parklets' are taking shape in Navan.
Rooftop Dining
O'Briens Pub and Restaurant in Old Johnstown Village are getting set to open their new heated outdoor rooftop dining.
Call 0469020555 for reservations or WhatsApp text your details to 0863965096 and they will get back to you.
Clean Edge Resumes
In the fine weatherJohnstown Tidy Towns have resumed the edging of verges along the main roads to remove the need for the Council to use weedkiller.
Read about their project in our article here.
Taylor's Open Restaurant Bookings
Send them a private message on Facebook include:
Mobile number
No of Guests
Email addrtess
Date and Time Required
Leave Only Footprints
With the fine weather and outdoors appealing to everyone please take your litter home with you.
Keep Johnstown clean and safe for everyone to enjoy.
Slow Down
6 speed tables were installed at the end of May to slow traffic in Old Johnstown Village.
Taylor's Ice Cream
With this lovely sunshine the ice cream is going down a treat at Taylor's new Coffee Shack.
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