Sinn Fein policies will not help working families — Chambers

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Fianna Fáil General Election candidate for Mayo Cllr Lisa Chambers has hit out at Sinn Féin’s economic policies by highlighting the impact they will have on working families.

Castlebar based company ready to expand workforce as it moves into UK market

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Panel Duct, a company which won the top prize at the InterTradeIreland Innovation awards last year is now in the final stages of fitting out a 40,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Castlebar. The company, founded by Pat Walsh, managing director of Panel Duct Ireland, has taken over a premises on the Breaffy Road and has support from Enterprise Ireland to provide 20 immediate jobs with the potential for a five fold growth in the coming three years to 100 jobs.

Saddle Up for Epilepsy is getting ready to go

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

On Valentine's Day last year, the inaugural Saddle Up for Epilepsy cycle took place in Castlebar. Supporting Epilepsy Ireland, the event was a huge success attracting cyclists from all over Ireland who registered to participate in the first national cycle for Epilepsy Ireland. Feedback from participants was extremely encouraging and the organisers now plan to make Saddle up for Epilepsy 2016 even bigger. Its success was thanks to sponsorship, local fundraising, community volunteering, and the support of celebrities such as Joe Schmidt, Rick O’Shea, Sean Kelly and Taoiseach Enda Kenny who opened the event. The organisers are delighted that these patrons have renewed their support in 2016.

No threat to Marian House — Kenny

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

The Taoiseach Enda Kenny has been working closely with the Department of Health on Marian House for the last number of months. There is no danger of Marian House closing and HIQA will work with the facility to extend deadlines until funding is secured for the facility. This had been communicated to the management on a number of occasions, said a spokesperson for the Taoiseach this week.

The spokesperson said: "Marian House is a vital service for the people of Mayo and the staff do a wonderful job. The Taoiseach will continue to work hard for the families of those affected by Alzheimer's and was glad to be able to secure funding for Mayo Community Action on Dementia recently and is confident that Marian House can be brought up to HIQA standards in the near future.

Mulherin welcomes Crossmolina company's plan to create fifty new jobs

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Fine Gael candidate in Mayo, Michelle Mulherin TD, has welcomed the news that Crossmolina-based company Churchfield Home Services is to create a further 50 jobs in the town. "Churchfield Home Services employs 10 people in Crossmolina and is involved in the home and business retrofit market in Ireland in partnership with regional retrofit installers. The company’s home improvement services include everything from home insulation, electrical, heating, windows and doors, flat roofing, and guttering services. This is a hugely innovative company that I have been glad to support. Its managing director, Noel Rowland, has been nominated for an Irish Construction Award in the Innovation in Construction category. With State supports, Noel Rowland has created 10 jobs in Crossmolina and with continued support he plans to create a further 50 jobs in the short term," said Mulherin.

Mayo students make a splash with Junk Kouture designs

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Bank of Ireland last Friday announced the regional finalists for Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture 2016. Now in its sixth year, Ireland’s leading fashion and art competition for secondary schools challenges students to create unique, original, and innovative outfits from recycled materials and junk. Open to students nationwide, entries for 2016 surpassed all expectations making it the biggest competition to date.

Bank of Ireland staff from Ballinrobe, Ballina, and Castlebar branches surprised student designers from Ballinrobe Community School, St Mary's Secondary School, Ballina, and St Joseph's, Castlebar, with precious silver tickets, which secures them a place in the Bank of Ireland Junk Kouture Western Regional final taking place on Wednesday March 9.

Cycle Against Suicide SpinOff takes places this Saturday

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Tomorrow, Saturday, the first Cycle Against Suicide SpinOff of 2016 is coming to Westport and the organisers want you to get involved. John Concannon, businessman and star of Secret Millionaire will cycle and speak at this locally run event, with Sean Putt, European Trials champion, on hand to showcase some of his bike skills and tricks. The Westport SpinOff promises to be filled with colour, fun and energy, while helping to create awareness that “it’s OK not to feel OK; and it’s absolutely OK to ask for help.”

Mayo County Council takes home the award for Most Innovative Authority

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

The LAMA Community and Council Awards 2016, presented by IPB Insurance and LAMA, took place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Northwood Dublin at the end of January. The awards recognise and celebrate community and councils together. They provide a great opportunity to highlight and celebrate the work done within communities and to reward unsung heroes.

Castlebar Community Development Association presents cheque for €400,000 to Mayo County Council

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

At a presentation ceremony which took place at the start of the month in Aras an Chontae, Castlebar, the members of the Castlebar Community Development Association presented a cheque for €400,000 to Mayo County Council as the community contribution towards the National Outdoor Pursuits Centre which is being constructed by Mayo County Council at Lough Lannagh, Castlebar. The outdoor pursuits centre which includes a state of the art swimming pool is the result of a partnership between Mayo County Council and the Galway Mayo Institute of Technology.

The People's Debate comes to Castlebar

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Next Monday evening, Vincent Browne will bring The People's Debate to Castlebar for the final constituency debate across the 40 constituencies in the country.

Voters urged to make Ballinrobe Town Hall an election priority

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Voters in the Ballinrobe area have been asked to keep the rebuilding of the local town hall an election agenda item over the coming fortnight. As General Election D-day draws closer, Ballinrobe Town Hall committee want to ensure the reconstruction of the facility remains a top priority in the coming years.

Find your voice with JCI Mayo

Fri, Feb 19, 2016

Public speaking is one of people's biggest fears, but never fear, JCI Mayo is here to help. Whether you have a presentation coming up, need help with pitching for your business, are delivering a seminar or workshop, or are entering a public speaking competition; this public speaking event will give you practical tips, training, and expert advice.

JCI Mayo will host a public speaking event on Wednesday February 24 in the GMIT Innovation Hubs, Castlebar, at 7pm with the trainer for the evening being Máire Garvey. Ms Garvey is an excellent trainer and a highly successful member of Westport Toastmasters Club. A resident of Westport, she has been an active public speaker for most of her adult life and is passionate about helping people of all walks of life overcome the innate fear of public speaking.

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