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Hit and Run
'Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to a hit and run incident that occurred between 16:45 and 16:55 on Sunday the 26th Sept in Athlumney Woods, Navan.
2 teenage boys were knocked down and suffered minor injuries. The only information on the car involved was that it was grey in colour. If anyone came upon the incident and have dash cam footage or can help in any way please contact the gardai on 0469021445. '
Charity Donation Changed.
An amendment has been made to Councilor Alan Lawes' Discretionary Fund 2021 charity donation.
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In May this year 5 registered charities were selected by public vote to receive equal shares of his €15,000 fund and which Meath County Council will be distributing in the coming days.
The Inner City Helping Homeless were one of the charities selected. Due to the unfortunate circumstances currently surrounding the charity, and uncertainty about its future, Cllr Lawes has initiated his right to 'a final decision' and has had to withhold his donation to the group. Alan explains his decision in the video clip and is unanimously supported by the voting oversight committee.
Of the remaining eligible charities entered into the 2021 public vote the Simon Community has been identified as being the next benefactor of the €3,000 donation. Operating from an office within Navan they also provide services and support to the homeless.
The revised 2021 awards selected by the public vote is as follows
St Mary's Special School, Johnstown
Core Ireland, Meath
Order of Malta Ireland - Ambulance Corps - Navan Unit
Involve Youth Project Meath, Unity Group
The Simon Community
0-2k for Teens
'New 0-2k programme specifically aimed at teenagers (12-17yrs) starts Wednesday 6th October at 6-7pm in Coláiste Na Mí campus grounds! This programme is in collaboration with Navan AC.
This programme is suitable for all teenagers regardless of fitness levels and previous running experience. Suited for beginners or those returning to sport and also students who want to meet up and train together.
This 6-week running programme is a great way to keep fit while providing an active social scene for young people.
Open to all teens (12-18yrs) - Cost is €5 for six weeks - Places are limited
This programme is ideally suited for complete beginners or those returning to sport after an absence. Cost is €5 per person.'
To book see https://eventmaster.ie/event/O54vupmH0Z or contact Lisa at lodowd@meathcoco.ie for more detail!
Clothing Drop Off
Drop off is at the side of the front building. 10% of the proceeds collected by Colaiste Na Mi Parents Association go to the LauraLynn , Ireland's Children's Hospice
Navan A&E at Risk Of Closure Again.
Downgrading and limited opening hours are on the cards.
#MakeWayDay21
'Every corner of Ireland will be put to the test for basic access issues this Friday, September 24th when the #MakeWayDay campaign returns, with a testing twist!
The campaign organisers, Disability Federation of Ireland have developed an online test that campaigners can use to test and rate their local area or 5k.
The test will be shared across our social media channels this Friday, Make Way Day. It is easy to use and can be downloaded to a phone.'
Try Orienteering in Blackwater Park!
'As part of European Week of Sport (23rd-30th Sept), Meath LSP are hosting an Orienteering Event in Blackwater Park in Navan on Sunday 26th September from 11am-1pm.
It is suitable for all the family and will incorporate the original orienteering experience using maps and control cards and also the new MapRunF online orienteering which requires a smart phone. Either or both styles of orienteering can be used on the day.
This event is free of charge but registration is necessary.'
Please use the following link to register: https://forms.gle/W1c4aGkNZTugDuEd8
Men On The Move
Returns locally this week in:
Johnstown: Wednesday 22nd Sept 7.30pm @ Coláiste Na Mí
Navan: Thursday 23rd Sept at 7pm @ Claremont Stadium.
Suitable for Men 30yrs+. No fitness level required! For more information please call Ruairi on 046-9067337 or email rmurphy@meathcoco.ie
It's Officially Autumn!
The weather is set to change and leaves are beginning to fall already.
We're not expecting frost for two months (Nov 21st) so there's still growing time for Spring planting.
Panto Actors Wanted
An open invitation from St Mary's Musical Society for actors in this years Christmas Panto of 'Little Red Riding Hood'.
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We are delighted to announce that this year’s Panto Little Red Riding Hood will take place over 12 shows from the 9th-12th and the 16th-19th December.
Due to the ongoing pandemic and restrictions backstage in the Solstice, we have to strictly limit the number of places in this years Panto. Therefore everyone must audition, and register for auditions in advance. Auditions are open to over 18’s only. Unfortunately there will be no teens or kids chorus this year.
To register your interest to take part in the Panto, as a principal, dancer or for chorus, please email smmsnavan@gmail.com, outlining which area you are interested in, and to request audition pieces for principal roles. You will be required to show your vaccine passport at your audition.
Auditions for principal roles will take place next Tuesday 28th September, with any callbacks taking place on Thursday the 30th September. Chorus members will also be selected from these auditions, as they will be required as understudies for principal roles.
Dance auditions will take place on Thursday 30th September.
Feel free to message the page with any further questions you may have.
We are delighted to be able to finally get back to the stage!
#MakeWayDay21
'Every corner of Ireland will be put to the test for basic access issues this Friday, September 24th when the #MakeWayDay campaign returns, with a testing twist!
The campaign organisers, Disability Federation of Ireland have developed an online test that campaigners can use to test and rate their local area or 5k.
The test will be shared across our social media channels this Friday, Make Way Day. It is easy to use and can be downloaded to a phone.'
Free Couch and Armchair Drop Off
At Navan Recycling Centre 9am to 4pm, Sept 20th to 25th.
Maximum of 3 couches per household. 2, 3 or 4 Seater & Armchairs only - No kitchen, dining or office chairs. No commercial customers.
For further information, please contact environment@meathcoco.ie
These events are funded by the ADI 2021 (Anti Dumping Initiative).
Coca-Cola Thank You Fund People’s Choice Award
Sosad Navan has been selected and the public are invited to pick one deserving group from the 23 that have been shortlisted. The group that receives the most votes will be awarded a grant of €5,000 in support of the project proposed.
Please Vote for SOSAD Meath!
Vote here: https://www.coca-cola.ie/community/thank-you-fund/vote
Farmers Market on Instagram
Wilkinstown Community Centre Farmer's Market have a new page on Instagram.
Sunflowers Bloom Across Johnstown
The JTT Sunflowers have bloomed at most of the 19 locations along their 8km Trail.
Road Race
Gaelscoil Èanna host their chipped & timed 7k race and family walk/run.
Generous prize structure and Medals for all children participating.
Public Demonstration
Seeking the building of the Navan to Dublin Rail line Meath on Track urged the public to attend 1pm Kennedy Plaza, Navan..
Navan Rail Q&A
Damien English TD and Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment provides a Q&A session about the Navan Rail Link.
Watch the video interview on his Facebook Page
Read our Previous Article 'Navan Rail' March 2020
Parent's Information Evening.
Hosted by Dyslexia Matters Ireland in the Ardboyne Hotel Sept 16th, 6 - 9PM.
Check out their Facebook page and www.dyslexiamattersireland.ie for more information.
Lawn Trim
Johnstown Tidy Towns. cut and cleared the summer meadow steep bank at Spireview Lawn as part of their summer meadow biodiversity site. Residents helped to edge the path and kerb verges and also clear roadside weeds.
Convent Road Closure
Closure from 7.00am on 13 September until 7.00pm on 8 October 2021, to facilitate road works.
Further info at: https://bit.ly/3smcAwv
Ludlow Street Closure
Closure will be over 2 nights from 6.00pm to 6.00am on 13 Sept and 14 Sept 2021, for works as part of the Navan Town Scheme (Navan 2030)
Submissions on/before Friday 3 Sept 2021
Further info at: https://bit.ly/3sXIxeI
Navan Bike Fest 2021
Navan Cycling Initiative supported by Navan Road Club began Bike Weed with a Family Cycle from Colaiste Na Mi Secondary School and around Navan.
Get On Your Bike
As the school traffic returns National Bike Week 12th – 18th September 2021, aims to get us out of our cars and onto the cycle lanes.
More information https://www.nationaltransport.ie/smarter-travel-workplaces/cycle-challenge-ie/bikeweek/
Bogus Door-2-Door Clothing Collectors
A recent spate of junk mail flyers across the neighbourhood are trying their hardest to pull at your heartstrings. Unfortunately their holier-than-thou messages are likely to be Bogus.
There are many official drop-off outlets within Navan or contact Johnstown Tidy Towns.
Authorised Collectors https://www.nwcpo.ie/permitsearch.aspx
Charity Register https://www.charitiesregulator.ie/.../search-the-register...
Mental Health Champion
One Beaufort College TY student will be part of 20 students nationwide to recieve training and experience of the mental health sector as part of the Walk in My Shoes schools program. The student will then roll out Mental Health Awareness to other students.
Bridge Weeding
Volunteers continue to manually tackle unwanted weeds without resorting to chemicals.
In preparation for Bike Week 2021 they need more help to clear the main roads and cycle paths.
Recycling Bin Changes
Householders can now place all plastic packaging waste, including soft plastic, into the recycling bin once it is clean, dry and loose.
Bar Staff Wanted
Taylor's of Johnstown are seeking an experienced full time bar person to join their team.
Winning Team Returns
The Meath Chronicle capture moments of the victorious Meath LGFA team and All Ireland Champions arriving at the Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim.
Mini's Rugby Returns
Navan RFC Mini's Rugby Training starts back today.
If you or your child have been thinking about starting rugby and would like more information about joining Navan RFC, you can speak to our Mini's Rugby Co-Ordinator, Thanuja on 0833514525
Navan Blue Dragons will be back training 10am Sunday 5th of September for a new season!
Local Rugby Returns
8pm Friday Sept 3rd the Navan RFC 1st XV are set to face Wanderers RFC for their first home game in the Division 2B League.
See more fixtures https://navanrfc.ie/fixtures/
Free Mattress Drop Off
At Navan Recycling Centre 10am to 2pm, Sept 2nd.
The collection is for Mattresses ONLY (single, double, queen, king) – beds, divans, headboards, bases are not accepted as part of this free event but may be paid for separately. Maximum of 3 mattresses per household. No commercial customers. Mattresses must be clean and dry.
For further information, please contact environment@meathcoco.ie
These events are funded by the ADI 2021 (Anti Dumping Initiative).
AGM
AGM for Johnstown People’s Park will take place via Zoom on Monday 4th October 2021 at 8pm.
Registration Details via Johnstown Peoples' Park
Wildflower Display
The Johnstown Tidy Towns volunteers explain more about this year's bee-friendly flower baskets on St Martha's Bridge.
A Draft Urban Design Plan
For Flowerhill & Abbeylands, Navan is available at http://consult.meath.ie/.../draft-flowerhill-abbeylands....
Observations or submissions must be received by 4.00pm on Friday 24th of September 2021. Full details on how to make a submission are available at the above link.
Navan's History
Want to learn more about Navan's Past then Navan and District Historical Society have published their 6th edition book.
Available from Tierney's Newsagents, Navan for €15 or €20 hardback.
Upcoming Events
JPP AGM
AGM for Johnstown People’s Park will take place via Zoom on Monday 4th October 2021 at 8pm.
Registration Details via Johnstown Peoples' Park
Navan Adventure Centre Pumpkin Fun
Dates in October are selling out fast for Halloween Pumpkin Fun. Check out more about the event.
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