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Ballycroy National Park to benefit from new funding strategy

NATIONAL TREASURERS Pictured at Ballycroy National Park at the announcement of funding for the country’s National Parks were, from left: Orla Carroll, FΡilte Ireland; An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny; Minister for of State Regional Development, Michael Ring,...

31 Jan 2017 at 12:24

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Commonage farmers claim they have been ‘failed’ by NPWS

Anton McNuty THE Irish Natura and Hill Farmers’ Association has claimed the National Parks and Wildlife Services has failed commonage farmers. The farming organisation issued a letter to the Minister for Rural Affairs, Heather Humphreys, seeking a ...

30 Aug 2016 at 10:50

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Giant sperm whale on Ballycroy beach will not be buried

RARE SIGHT?Pictured beside the Sperm Whale that went aground on Dooriel Beach, Ballycroy, were, from left: Pamela, Leona, Clodagh, Elisha Ann and Aisling Ginty from Ballycroy.?Pic: Michael McLaughlin Giant sperm whale on Ballycroy beach will not ...

18 Feb 2014 at 12:36

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Ballycroy parking lay-by get green light despite shooting concerens

Ballycroy parking lay-by granted permission despite shooting concerns Anton McNulty antonmcnulty@mayonews.ie The National Parks and Wildlife Service were granted planning permission for a new parking lay-by along the N59 near Ballycroy to ...

05 Jun 2012 at 11:51

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'Remarkable' that whale species never before seen in Ireland has washed up dead

A whale species that has never been seen in Ireland before has washed up dead on a beach in Co. Donegal. The National Parks and Wildlife Service confirmed today that it was a female narwhal. It was retrieved by the Irish Whale and ...

21 Nov 2025 at 14:10

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EXPLAINER: What are the rules around wild camping in Ireland?

As the longer evenings have finally returned, many people may decide to try their hand at wild camping this summer. However, the laws surrounding wild camping in Ireland are not so straight forward and it can be difficult to find ...

24 Apr 2025 at 14:53

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More invasive Asian Hornets and nests spotted in Ireland as public urged to remain vigilant

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has confirmed that there have been further sightings of Asian Hornets in Ireland, despite the successful removal of a nest last week. As it stands, there have been 24 verified ...

11 Sept 2025 at 08:03

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NPWS warn Mayo arsonists will face 'full rigour of the law'

THE National Parks and Wildlife Service have warned that anyone who deliberately starts a fire around the Wild Nephin National Park will face the 'full rigour of the law'. Two fires broke out in the Wild Nephin National ...

08 Apr 2025 at 13:00

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APPEAL: Investigation underway after 'endangered' White-tailed Eagle is shot

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has launched an investigation and is appealing to members of the public for information after a White-tailed Eagle was shot and killed just before Christmas. The two-year ...

14 Jan 2025 at 13:23

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Beached whale buried in Ballycroy

BURIED?Locals organised to have this whale, which was beach at Dooriel in Ballycroy in February, buried last week. ?Pic: Michael McLaughlin Beached whale buried in Ballycroy Áine Ryan A GIANT sperm whale beached in ...

11 Mar 2014 at 11:53

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Ireland’s battle with invasive species intensifies as ‘Asian Hornet’ adds a new layer of concern

Ireland’s fragile ecosystems are facing mounting pressure as invasive species tighten their grip across the country. From mink and grey squirrels to Japanese knotweed and giant rhubarb, the list of invaders is ...

23 Sept 2025 at 13:37

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Air Corps helicopter assisting Mayo forest fire

The Irish Air Corps helicopter is currently assisting the Mayo Fire Service to tackle a large forest fire which is burning its way through the Letterkeen Forest in the Wild Nephin National Park. A number of ...

07 Apr 2025 at 15:39

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