A map of the Brosna Catchment from www.catchments.ieNew initiative to deepen understanding of River Brosna's local impactA new community-driven initiative, led by Michael Vance, artist in residence at Charleville Castle in Tullamore, has been launched across the Brosna Bioregion. This project invites local voices to come together to shape a renewed understanding of the region's rivers, landscapes, and communities. The River Brosna, which runs through Westmeath and Offaly, links towns, farms, wetlands, and historic sites, including Charleville Demesne. This initiative is supported by Aiséirí Lasrach (‘Fiery Rebirth’), a local team of volunteers and community members participating in the COBALT “Spirit of Place” programme. At this early stage, the focus is on listening, learning, mapping, and understanding, rather than setting specific actions or projects.

Source: Irish Independent February 10, 2026 18:50 UTC