Free books to be provided in primary schools and special schools in Mayo

Fri, Mar 24, 2023

Free books will be provided in all primary schools and special schools in Mayo, Fine Gael Deputy Alan Dillon has confirmed.

All roads lead to Bonniconlon Farm for Embrace FARM open day

Fri, Mar 24, 2023

The charity family farm open day will take place on Saturday, April 8, providing a day of top notch entertainment in aid of Embrace FARM an organisation that supports farming families who have suffered the loss of a loved one in a farming accident.

Rugby legend, Rory Best, to walk 300km in aid of Cancer Fund for Children

Fri, Mar 24, 2023

Former captain of the Ireland national rugby team, Rory Best, has announced his second fundraising trek in aid of Cancer Fund for Children, walking from Dublin's Aviva Stadium to Cong, Co Mayo this May.

St Joseph’s Community College Hosts Tea Day Fundraiser for MND

Fri, Mar 24, 2023

Fifth year students in St Joseph’s Community College Charlestown are hosting a tea day fundraiser for Motor Neuron Disease (MND) on Monday, March 27th from 11am to 1pm at St. Joseph's Community College Hall as part of their St. Vincent de Paul Youth for Justice Project.

Work experience students in Mayo video competition

Fri, Mar 24, 2023

This year the Construction Industry Federation has launched a ‘Constructing Your Future’ video competition to highlight the exciting opportunities available to young people through a career in the construction sector.

Mayo locked out of big energy profits - says Barrett

Mon, Mar 20, 2023

"As you pay your next ESB bill, keep in mind that Mayo's biggest export is energy. Energy profits here are huge. However, the people of Mayo have been locked out of proper benefit from this Gold Rush in energy profits."

This is according to former Independent councillor, Harry Barrett, who adds: "Unlike other areas around Europe hosting wind farms, Mayo people do not get a reduction in their energy bills, they do not get a chance to invest in local wind operations, and the small amount of community benefit given, is not linked at all to the profits generated by the gas or wind operator.

New life for Ballina Gate Lodge

Mon, Mar 20, 2023

Ballina Gate Lodge has been awarded funding of €240,000 as part of a heritage and conservation project that will see the structure being opened as a residence for artists, writers, ecologists, historians, environmentalists and community engagement.

New life for Ballina Gate Lodge

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

Ballina Gate Lodge has been awarded funding of €240,000 as part of a heritage and conservation project that will see the structure being opened as a residence for artists, writers, ecologists, historians, environmentalists and community engagement.

Tony Christie is Claremorris Parade Grand Marshal

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

Legendary singer, musician and actor, Tony Christie, is answering a call from his forefather’s Claremorris homeland to star as the Grand Marshal for the town’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Friday 17 March from 2pm.

Have your say on offshore energy plan

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

Communities - and particularly coastal communities across Mayo - are being encouraged to have their say on a new draft national offshore renewable energy development plan which is designed to ensure that offshore technologies are set-up in the optimal locations in Irish seas.

Mayo locked out of big energy profits - says Barrett

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

"As you pay your next ESB bill, keep in mind that Mayo's biggest export is energy. Energy profits here are huge. However, the people of Mayo have been locked out of proper benefit from this Gold Rush in energy profits."

National Liming Programme now open - Ring

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

Mayo TD Michael Ring has welcomed the announcement from the Department of Agriculture of the opening of the €8 million National Liming Programme, stating that under the scheme, farmers can avail of a €16/tonne subvention to support the spreading of lime and applications can be made up to 20th April 2023.

Deputy Ring added: “The Government recognises that soil fertility is the foundation of a profitable and sustainable farm. As part of the Government’s response to the price increases in input costs, the National Liming Programme will help offset part of the expense of using lime. Lime is an important component of achieving balanced soil health, improving nutrient use efficiency and thereby reducing the requirements of chemical fertilisers and contributing to both climate and water targets. By having a balanced soil pH, we will reduce the need for artificial fertilisers which is good for the environment and good for the farmer’s pocket.”

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