The results of the Supervalu Tidy Towns competition were announced during the week and we can report that Ballybay scored 293 points, an improvement of 8 points on last year. Judging took place on 6th June and the judges had a number of complimentary things to say about this year’s entry. In conclusion to the two page report the adjudicator said, “You should be congratulated for the efforts you have made to engage school children in the town on biodiversity and sustainability. Your new Town Centre First scheme offers a range of exciting proposals to develop Ballybay for the betterment of all”.
A number of locals took to social media to praise the efforts with one local saying, “Huge Thank you to all involved in Ballybay Tidy Towns Team. In particular to Olivia Duffy and her very able assistant Anola. Day or night , rain or sun they are weeding, raking or planting. Yet again they increased their scores in all categories, Thanks again”.