Today is a "red letter day" for the area of East Cavan. That’s according to Cathaoirleach of Cavan County Council, Cllr Philip Brady. The local Fianna Fail representative was commenting on the funding allocation of over €17 million towards projects in both Kingscourt and Cootehill. The investment is being provided under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund (RRDF) with a particular emphasis on the revitalisation of rural town centres, which is a key objective of the Our Rural Future and Town Centre First Policies. The Kingscourt Town Centre Regeneration will deliver a transformational redevelopment of Kingscourt town core including the refurbishment of a former bank building to provide a community library and the refurbishment of another former bank building to create a multi-functional hub. The project will provide new and improved amenities, a more vibrant and attractive town centre and improved quality of life for residents.
The second project announced by Minister Humphreys will transform the historic St Michael’s Hall into a multifunctional community space in the town centre. The project will regenerate and strengthen the town centre, creating a new focal point for the community. Speaking to Northern Sound, Cllr Brady said; "Today is a red letter day for east Cavan, as we see another historic investment by the Government in rural communities in the county. The application process for these funds is extremely competitive and great credit is due to the team in Cavan County Council who, working with the local communities and project partners, put together extremely detailed and compelling applications. I look forward to watching these transformative projects progress in the coming years."
