Research shows Mayo adults are consuming excessive amounts of alcohol

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

As part of Alcohol Awareness Month, new research from Aviva Health Insurance has revealed that people in Mayo are spending nearly €1,900 per year on alcohol, with men spending significantly more than women, at €2,067 and €1,713 respectively. The research also revealed that people are drinking excessively, with men consuming an average of 12 alcohol units per week and women consuming an average of nine. While this is below the recommended weekly limit of 21 units for men and 14 units for women, it raises concerns given that this limit identifies when damage is caused to one’s health by alcohol.

Ireland hits new low - ‘Mood of the Nation’ survey highlights need for community spirit

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Irish people are currently in the doldrums and badly in need of an uplift according to new research. The results of a Dulux ‘Mood of the Nation’ Ipsos MRBI poll highlight a massive 72 per cent of people believe the mood of the nation to be low, or very low, with a further 80 per cent believing Irish communities are badly in need of an uplift.

Mayo County Council celebrates creativity in older age

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

It’s that time of year again when Mayo County Council arts office is almost ready to embark on a month long programme of activity for Bealtaine 2011. This is the 16th year of Bealtaine, the national festival which celebrates creativity in older age – co-ordinated nationally by Age and Opportunity. Bealtaine aims to involve older people in the arts, through expression and active participation. It also encourages older people to engage as an experienced audience for all art forms. All details of the programme are listed in the Bealtaine brochure which will shortly be available from the arts office, telephone 094 902 4444 ext 7558, or email [email protected] for more information.

More babies born in Mayo to women in their thirties

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Four hundred and seventy five births were registered from July to September 2010; an increase of 37 births from the same period for 2009.

These third quarter statistics, which were released this week by the CSO, revealed that out of these 475 births, 246 babies born were male and 229 were female. Three hundred and thirty two of these births were registered to married parents.

Mayo IWA calls on people with disabilities to register their housing needs

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) recently launched a new housing initiative to promote the benefits and importance of registering for accessible, affordable, and social housing. The campaign, known as Operation Sign Up, was initiated in light of the triennial housing needs assessment which all town and county councils have been requested to carry out by the Department of Environment in March. Historically, the housing requirements of people with disabilities have been underrepresented, according to the IWA, who feel the results of the triennial housing needs assessment have not demonstrated the real demand for social housing amongst people with disabilities.

Home insurers receive thousands of claims for engagement rings every year

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Married and engaged couples are being reminded to make sure that their engagement rings are adequately insured under their home contents policies.

AA Home Insurance has reported that thousands of claims for lost, stolen or damaged engagement rings are processed by the Irish home insurance industry each year.

All roads lead to Tri-Burgh 2011

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

June 4 sees the return of Tri-Burgh to Louisburgh. With more than 200 competitors it is sure to be a great day for all. Building on the success of the 2010 event organiser Robert Henaghan has expanded the appeal of the race by adding a sprint option so people can take part as individuals or teams over the two distances; Olympic or sprint. The distances include a swim (1500/750m) bike (40/20km) and finally run (10/5km). Full details of the course are available on www.triburgh.ie

Tri-Burgh is a community based not-for-profit race which is proving hugely popular with people both from home and abroad. This year people are travelling from the UK, Belgium, and Switzerland in addition to a strong local contingent. Billed as a family friendly triathlon there is lots to keep children occupied during the race with special events arranged making Louisburgh the ideal place to spend the Bank Holiday weekend.

Claremorris family preparing for adventure gap year abroad

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

A Claremorris family of nine are packing up their home life and taking it on the road to central America for a family gap year. Kevin Griffiths and his Danish wife Franckiska Blitger are leaving their life in Claremorris in 60 days along with their seven children, aged from 15 years old down to one year old, to take on the adventure of a life time.

Turlough Road path needed to avoid accident — Barrett

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Labour councillor Harry Barrett has called for an immediate start to be made on a missing section of public pathway on the Turlough Road, Castlebar.

O’Mahony urges Mayo farmers to avail of forestry premiums

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Fine Gael TD John O’Mahony has urged Mayo farmers to avail of the forestry premiums for 2011 which will see the payment of €56.2 million to some 11,500 forest owners around the country.

HSE warns against risk of Lyme disease

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

The HSE Health Protection Surveillance Centre is urging people who take part in outdoor pursuits to protect themselves against Lyme disease, which is spread by tick bites. Lyme disease can, in a minority of cases, cause severe debilitating heart and nervous system disease.

Minister should ‘butt out’ of Imperial purchase, says Labour’s Barrett

Fri, Apr 29, 2011

Labour councillor Harry Barrett has hit out strongly against the interventions of Mayo Fine Gael Minister of State Michael Ring in asking for a Departmental examination of the decision of Castlebar Town Council and Mayo County Council to buy the Imperial Hotel, in Castlebar.

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