Ukrainian volunteer finds community through Carrick-on-Shannon Tidy Towns work
Arena Jats, from Ukraine, has been volunteering with Carrick-on-Shannon's Tidy Towns committee for three to four years and credits the group with helping her integrate into the local community. What began as a CV-building exercise has become genuine community involvement, with Arena volunteering every Sunday and most Tuesday evenings during summer.
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Carrick-on-Shannon was celebrated today as the 2025 Tidy Towns winner, with Minister Dara Callery launching the national competition in Leitrim. The town's success reflects months of work by over 30 volunteers who maintain the area daily. The win puts Carrick-on-Shannon in the national spotlight for the next 12 months as a model for community engagement and volunteerism.
Carrick-on-Shannon has won the 2025 national Tidy Towns competition, with Minister Dáire Cahill launching this year's competition in Leitrim. The win recognises the collaborative effort of local volunteers and community members who have worked to keep the town clean and tidy. The title brings investment opportunities and tourism potential to the town over the next 12 months.
Carrick-on-Shannon was presented with its National Tidy Towns award by Minister Dara Calleary at a launch event celebrating the town's success. The award recognizes the collaborative efforts of over 30 volunteers who work year-round to maintain the town's cleanliness and appearance. The win puts the spotlight on Carrick-on-Shannon as a model for volunteer engagement and community development across Ireland.