Ballina and Killala customers set to enjoy more reliable water supply following Irish Water mains replacement works

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Irish Water, working in partnership with Mayo County Council, is replacing approximately one kilometre of old and damaged watermains in Ballina and Killala that were prone to frequent bursts and leakage, which caused water supply disruptions for customers in the area. The mains are being replaced with new high density polyethylene (plastic) pipes.

Pesticides detected in Louisburgh drinking water supply

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

An exceedance for the pesticide, MCPA, has been detected in the public drinking water supply in Louisburgh.

Munnelly welcomes grant aid for birthplace of Dr Kathleen Lynn

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Fine Gael councillor Jarlath Munnelly has welcomed a further allocation of grant aid to continue restoration work at Glebe House, Ballysakerry, Killala.

Conway-Walsh raises concerns for nursing homes in Covid-19 Committee

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Sinn Féin Mayo TD, Rose Conway-Walsh - following her questioning of experts in the Covid-19 Committee this week - said: "Keeping Covid-19 out of nursing homes has to be a priority for Government. Control measures are essential and preventing transmission to patients is paramount."

Mayo farmers announced as Farming For Nature Ambassadors

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Mayo dairy farmers, Sinéad Moran and Mick McGrath of Gleannbui farm, have been chosen as Farming for Nature Ambassadors for 2020.

Temporary modular unit for MUH to be onsite in early November - Dillon

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Fine Gael TD, Alan Dillon, has welcomed confirmation that the long-awaited temporary modular unit planned for Mayo University Hospital is progressing and due to be onsite by early November.

Club Uisce: Imeachtaí don Óige i nGaeltacht Iorrais

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Gaeilge Iorrais in partnership with Coláiste UISCE is launching an all-Irish watersports club for young people living in the North Mayo Gaeltacht area.

Mayo residents encouraged to visit Coillte Forests for National Walking Day

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

Coillte is encouraging people in County Mayo to participate in National Walking Day this Sunday, September 27, by visiting one of their local Coillte forests.

Will you climb a hill for those who can’t?

Fri, Sep 25, 2020

The Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation is asking people to support local and donate local by going 'Up the Hill for Jack and Jill' this October.

€143,884 in funding for seven Mayo projects by EMFF Fisheries Local Action Group

Mon, Sep 21, 2020

Michael Ring T.D., has confirmed that Mayo has been allocated €143,884 in total for seven projects from the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF) funding through the Fisheries Local Action Group.

The only group of people that can make sure Mayo does not slip backwards, are Mayo people - Dillon  

Mon, Sep 21, 2020

Mayo Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon has asked Mayo people to exercise extreme caution to help in the fight of Covid-19. It comes after seen Dublin enter phase three of the government’s plan last week, putting the capital on effective lockdown.

Six hubs across Mayo receive Support to reopen

Mon, Sep 21, 2020

Six hubs across Mayo have received funding to support their reopening in compliance with public health guidelines as the economy recovers from the impact of Covid-19.

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