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Farmed salmon have been found in Lough Corrib which are believed to have escaped from a cage off Killary fjord last month. As The Irish Times reports, Lough Corrib is a special area of conservation and the west of Ireland’s…
Former Smuggling Ship to be Towed to North Mayo and Sunk to Create Ireland’s First Artificial Reef
11th September 2024 Diving
In Co. Mayo, a former smuggling vessel that had been idle in Dublin Port until earlier this year is to be sunk in Killala Bay, for it to become an artificial reef. The operation reports the Western People to sink…
A Newry teenager who has already become the youngest solo swimmer to navigate the North Channel hopes to become the youngest person to complete Ireland’s “triple crown” swimming challenge. As RTÉ News reports, Daniel Smyth (17) swam the width of…
Aran Islands RNLI Rescues Three Kayakers Caught by Offshore Wind off Kilronan Pier
11th September 2024 Island News
Aran Islands RNLI came to the aid of three kayakers who failed to return to shore yesterday afternoon (Tuesday, 10th September). The alarm was raised when they were reported overdue. The volunteer crew were initially requested to launch their all-weather…
Fines of 800 euro have been imposed on the skipper of a fishing vessel who pleaded guilty to two charges under fisheries legislation, the Sea Fisheries Protection Authority (SFPA) has said. Tony Gill, from Inis Mór, pleaded guilty at Cill…
Previously Undocumented Shipwrecks Located on North Dublin's Portmarnock Strand
9th September 2024 News Update
Three previously undocumented shipwrecks, which may date back to the 19th century, have been located on north Dublin’s Portmarnock strand. The three were located on foot of a report by underwater photographer and drone operator Nigel Motyer during exposure of…
Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) is seeking applications to a new €250,000 fund enabling those who are disabled or disadvantaged to enjoy fishing and related activities. IFI’s Go Fishing Fund 2024 will provide angling supports to people with a disability or…
Big Weekend for Myross in 2024 All-Ireland Coastal Rowing Championships
8th September 2024 Coastal Rowing
The curtain has come down on the 2024 All-Ireland Coastal Rowing Championships (23-25 August), but all from Myross Rowing Club who visited the host town Dingle will have made memories that will far outlive last weekend. The event can only…
Mayo Mayhem: Ireland's Biggest Windsurfing Event Set to Thrill Spectators
5th September 2024 Surfing
Ireland's biggest windsurfing event, Mayo Mayhem, will take place at the end of the September in Mayo on one of the county’s wild and windswept beaches. The exact location, days and times will be announced on Wednesday, September 25th. The…
A row has emerged over the hosting of the historic Liffey Swim, with two separate events scheduled for this month. According to RTÉ News, Leinster Open Sea have accused Swim Ireland, the sport’s national governing body, of trying to take…
Northern Ireland’s Loughs Agency recently held a day of inclusive surfing sessions at the North Coast’s Benone Beach, in collaboration with the Mae Murray Foundation and Long Line Surf School. The initiative welcomed participants of all abilities aged eight and…
MCIB Raises Need for "Regulated Training"To Improve Safety Among Recreational Craft Users
29th August 2024 MCIB
Water Safety Ireland should consider researching whether some form of “regulated training” would improve basic safety education among recreational craft users, the Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB) has said. Regulated training would be a matter for the Minister for Transport,…
Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has published a major new report on 2,107 fish kills occurring in Irish rivers and lakes between 1969 and 2022. The detailed study is the first comprehensive overview of related trends, locations, causes and population recoveries…
Shannon Navigation: Archaeological Diving Operations Between Portumna and Ballymacegan Island
27th August 2024 Inland Waterways
Waterways Ireland advises masters of vessels and users of the Shannon Navigation that archaeological diving operations are taking place at Ballymacegan Island and in a number of locations between Portumna Bridge and Ballymacegan Island until next Tuesday 3 September. The…
Irish Rowers Shine with Two Gold Medals and Two Bronze Medals at 2024 World Rowing Championships
26th August 2024 Rowing
Irish rowers have secured two gold medals, two bronze medals, and a number of top-10 finishes at the 2024 World Rowing Championships in St. Catharines, Canada. Paul O’Donovan added another gold to his collection, winning the Lightweight Men’s Single Sculls…
Fishing Industry Makes Joint Submission on North Irish Sea Wind Farm
26th August 2024 Marine Planning
A combined objection has been lodged by Irish fishing interests to the North Irish Sea Array offshore wind farm planning application. The joint venture between Statkraft and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners involves building up to 49 offshore wind turbines off the…