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Limerick City Boundary Extension Signed into Law at WHC Library  

Moyross, Cahirdavin and Coonagh are now part of the city thanks to the partial boundary extension. Here are what those involved had to say.

"Limerick County Council recognises the need to develop such a Region. Therefore, it has approved the limited extension, in the interests of the overall development of Limerick. Indeed, our presence in Moyross today is symbolic of the combined vision and mandate of the Government, Limerick City Council and Limerick County Council to deliver a brighter and inclusive future for Limerick and its people”, he explained.

Councillor Sheahan continued, “Our common goal dictates that communities across Limerick City and County are encouraged, developed and facilitated in every way possible. The Regeneration Initiative for the Moyross area and the Boundary extension make this goal more easily attainable."

Cllr Kevin Sheehan
Chairman, Limerick County Council

"I am determined to see through the actions set out in John Fitzgerald’s report and this is another concrete action delivered. This Order will help reinforce the substantial momentum being generated to establish the conditions for a lasting and sustainable improvement on the lives of the people of Moyross, its wider neighbourhood and the city and region as a whole,” said Minister Gormley.

This is an exciting time for Limerick. I have a strong personal connection with Limerick City and I will continue to give my full support to the regeneration and development work underway here. I particularly welcome the depth of cooperation between Limerick City Council and Limerick County Council on this issue.

John Gormley TD
Minister for the Environment, and Local Government

For more information on the Boundary Extension please go here

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WHC Library Presents......BIRD'S EYE

In April artist Sean Lynch and bird specialist Lloyd Buck will produce a film in Moyross. It will feature a video camera attached to the heads of two peregrine falcons. The falcons will spend several days flying around the neighbourhood and the camera will record a bird's eye view of the area.

Peregrine Falcons can fly up to 100mph and can swoop through the air at speeds of up to 250mph.

As part of the project, a falconry demonstration will occur in Moyross, and all interested parties are kindly invited to contact the library or Sean Lynch for further details on how to get involved.

The project is produced by Watch House Cross Community Library's Percent for Art Scheme.

Contact: Sean Lynch 087-4138791
E-Mail: seanlynchmoyvane@eircom.net

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Mayor Launches exciting new Information Service in WHC Library

Earlier today the InfoLink Information Service Desk was launched by the Mayor Cllr. Ger Fahy, City Librarian Ms. Dolores Doyle and the Chairman of the Regeneration Offices in the City, Mr. Brendan Kenny.

"InfoLink" is a new approach to providing Information Services, with local agencies and service providers pooling resources so that information can be accessed by the general public in a convenient location.

InfoLink provides information on a range of issues: community grants and services, estate management services, social welfare and HSE services, job-seekers support, back-to-education advice and secretarial support.

Infolink is open from 10.00am to 1.00pm Tues-Thur and 11am - 1.00pm on Fridays.

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Fairtrade Fortnight: Classes view 'Black Gold' in Library

Two classes visited the library today to watch screenings of the Fair Trade Documentary 'Black Gold'. Ard Scoil Ris and St. Nessan's were the two schools represented.
Sinead McDonnell, who is the Environment and Fairtrade Officer for the City of Limerick was on hand to introduce the film and explain abit more about the movement to the students.
Over 50's students in total attended.

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Absolute Beginners Class Graduate

The Second class to undertake our Absolute Beginners computer course have graduated! Over the period of 6 weeks this class of very studious pupils have learnt the following;

- The Fundamentals of a Computer
- How to use a keyboard and mouse
- How to browse the Internet
- How to use Search Engines
- How to set up an Email Account
- How to use E-Commerce Websites