Mayo VFI chairperson slams 'ludicrous' decision to delay reopening of sector

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

The chairperson of the Mayo branch of the VFI, Alan Gielty has described the delay in opening up indoor dining and drinking this week as "ludicrous."

Councillors intent on discussing planning matters again

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

The remarks of An Taoiseach Micheál Martin in a recent Dáil debate that politicians were entitled to make comments on planning matters - has been interpreted by a number of councillors in the Castlebar area to mean that they can once again start discussing planning applications at their meetings.

Smyth takes office as Cathaoirleach for coming year

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

Fianna Fáil Swinford-based councillor Michael Smyth is the new Cathaoirleach of Mayo County Council. Cathaoirleach Smyth takes over the position from Independent Cllr Richard Finn, who held the position for the past 12 months.

Without being in the room, Sinn Féin become topic of conversation

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

Without even having an elected member in the room, Sinn Féin became a heated topic of debate at the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District AGM this week.

Dismantling of bonfires an 'insult' - McNamara

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

The removal of traditional St John's Night bonfires on Achill Island last week by Mayo County Council and private contractors, was raised by Fianna Fáil Cllr Paul McNamara at the June meeting of the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District this week.

Mayo man returns home from Zambia

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

Darren Hennelly has returned home to Ballinrobe after working for 17 months in Mazabuka, Zambia, with Irish charity SERVE.

Ferry contract to Clare Island welcomed

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

The announcement of a new five-year contract for the provision of a subsidised ferry service to Clare Island has been welcomed by local Oireachtas members.

New litter carts launched by Swinford Tidy Towns

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

Swinford Tidy Towns recently launched their new litter carts, these new carts are actually old carts that have been upcycled for use by the Tidy Towns group in their efforts.

Call-out for community to get involved with artist in residence at Jackie Clarke Collection

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

During the past few years, a programme of special commemorative events has taken place to mark the centenary of key historical events in Irish history.

Charlie's appeal sees thousands donate to help

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

A GoFundMe campaign set up to help Castlebar native Charlie Gannon has raised over €200,000 of a €250,000 goal in just a week.

JCI Mayo Win European award for crisp packet project

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

After collecting over 6,200 crisp packets, which will be turned into at least 20 sleeping bags and 42 survival blankets, the local JCI chapter recently went on to win an award at the JCI European Conference for Best Local Community Impact Project in Europe.

Clew Bay Bike Trail laps the bay in a different way

Fri, Jul 02, 2021

The Clew Bay Bike Trail is a new bike and ferry route looping magical Clew Bay, curving around the coastline, incorporating both Clare Island and Achill Island.

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