Wild Atlantic Words short story competition

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

A short story competition to be judged by award-winning writers, Thomas Morris and Wendy Erskine, is part of this year’s Wild Atlantic Words Festival.

Ballina and North Mayo to feature on all Aer Lingus transatlantic flights

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

There was great news for the North Mayo tourism industry this week after InflightFlix International announced that the area is to feature in the next update of its Wild Atlantic Way video guide on all Aer Lingus transatlantic flights. A select number of Ballina and North Mayo visitor experiences will be visible at 30,000 feet on flights all the way from North America.

425 children waiting for outpatient appointments in Mayo General Hospital – Calleary

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo, Dara Calleary, has said new figures on waiting lists reveal a dramatic increase in the number of children waiting over 12 months for an outpatient appointment with 425 children in Mayo directly affected.

Brexit a real threat to Agri-sector in Mayo – Chambers

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo, Lisa Chambers, says that Brexit is a real threat to the Agri-sector in Mayo and that every effort from government should be made to support farmers in the West.

Increased funding only way to clear home help waiting lists – Conway-Walsh

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

Sinn Féin Senator Rose Conway-Walsh has criticised the practice of freezing the home support service - following waiting list data released to Sinn Féin showed that waiting lists grew by nearly 600 people between April and May to 6,819 people.

Alarming number of staff vacancies at Mayo University Hospital Maternity Ward - Chambers

Fri, Jul 26, 2019

Fianna Fáil T.D. for Mayo Lisa Chambers has expressed concern over the number of vacancies at Mayo University Hospital's Maternity Ward.

Phil Coulter plays Siamsa Seipeil – Friday, August 2nd!

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Siamsa Seipeil, now in its eighth year, is delighted to welcome Phil Coulter, composer, producer and performer to Swinford. “Phil is the best-selling artist of his generation. He has written at least four titles that can be added to the ‘Irish songbook’ – the anthems ‘The Town I Loved So Well’ and ‘Ireland’s Call’ and the haunting ‘Scorn not his Simplicity’ and ‘Steal Away’. This is a unique opportunity to see a world-class artist in the unique and intimate venue that is Swinford Church.” Tickets are available now – and will sell quickly. Buy now, to avoid disappointment, online at www.swinfordgaa.ie and in the real world in O’Connell’s Pharmacy, The Gateway Hotel & Mellett’s newsagents. Or call Mick at 0876837564

Mulherin challenges Irish Water to come clean on plans for Ballina plant

Fri, Jul 19, 2019

Senator Michelle Mulherin has challenged Irish Water to come clean on its plans for its Ballina Waste Water Treatment plant at Belleek amid concerns in the town that there are moves underway to develop the site as a sludge hub for Mayo.

Council welcomes Green Flag awards for six Mayo parks

Fri, Jul 19, 2019

Mayo County Council welcomes the awarding of six prestigious recognised Green Flags for the county. The Jackie Clarke Collection Heritage Garden, Ballina, and Turlough Park were both announced as winners at an awards ceremony in Maynooth University.

Belmullet Community Futures Action Plan launched

Fri, Jul 19, 2019

The Belmullet Community Futures Action Plan 2019 – 2024 was launched last week by Minister Michael Ring.

Petworld’s 2019 Furry 5K in aid of Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland

Fri, Jul 19, 2019

Petworld have announced that their Furry 5K annual sponsored dog walk is taking place at 10am on Sunday July 28 in seven locations across Ireland. The Furry 5K is a 5km sponsored walk with all proceeds going to Autism Assistance Dogs Ireland (AADI).