Cautious optimism for 'decent summer' in Westport hotels

Fri, Apr 22, 2022

With the two-week Easter break now coming to an end, has it been a case of returning to 'business as normal' in Westport hotels - as they welcomed visitors back to the popular holiday destination with open arms following the two long years of covid paralysis? This week the Mayo Advertiser spoke to Irish Hotel Federation (IHF) Chair in Mayo, Westport hotelier Darren Madden, whose hopes for a bumper summer remain somewhat muted, as he describes the mood within the hospitality sector as 'cautiously optimistic' for 2022.

"Westport has always punched above its weight and I feel summer 2022 will be a decent season - but really, we are cautious about what the season will be like. In terms of demand, there is plenty of availability there at the moment, so there is a sense of cautious optimism."

Department 'positively disposed' to council accessing funding

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

The Department of Community and Rural Development is 'positively disposed' to Mayo County Council accessing funding in 2022 once the audits being carried out are completed, according to the Cathaoirleach of the council, Cllr Michael Smyth.

Mayor of Höchstadt visits Davitt College

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

There was great excitement in Castlebar on Friday April 1 when the Mayor of Hochstadt, Mr Gerald Brehm and local Sculptor Cathal Mc Carthy were welcomed to Davitt College by Principal Mr Conor O’Reilly.

Repair and Leasing Scheme signed in Belmullet

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Mayo County Council is calling on vacant home property owners across Mayo to engage with house repair and leasing scheme

Proceeds of crime fund to support Mayo community projects now open for applications

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Mayo Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon has outlined that applications are now open for a new fund which will see the proceeds of crime re-invested in local projects to improve community safety.

Eight Young People from Mayo graduate from Foróige Leadership for Life Programme

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Eight Mayo teens have graduated from Foróige’s Leadership for Life Programme, accredited by the National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG). They were awarded with a Foundation Certificate in Youth Leadership and Community Action in NUIG last Saturday, April 2.

Ireland West Airport welcomes Andrew Gallagher to the airport Board

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Ireland West Airport is pleased to announce that Andrew Gallagher has joined the Board of Directors of the airport.

Stories of Hope and Recovery go on tour at Ballina Bus Station

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Expressway, Ireland’s premium inter-regional coach service, has partnered up with Grow Mental Health to raise awareness of mental health challenges.

Taoiseach supports Hospice funding announcement of 2,600 home help hours for palliative patients

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Taoiseach Micheál Martin this week launched the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation’s Strategy 2022 - 2026. At the launch, it was announced that Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation will fund 2,600 home help hours for Palliative Patients in both Mayo and Roscommon this year.

‘London 2 Mayo’ Vintage Tractor Run for Cancer Fund for Children

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Sunday, April 24, marks the start of the ‘London 2 Mayo’ Vintage Tractor Run fundraiser in aid of Crumlin Children’s Hospital and for Cancer Fund for Children's (CFFC) plans for a new therapeutic short break centre, Daisy Lodge, in Cong, County Mayo.

Sheean Hill – history and folklore

Fri, Apr 15, 2022

Across the length and breadth of Ireland, there are elevated sites that have captured the imagination of people over many centuries. Tara, Slane, and Loughcrew are some better-known examples. Croagh Patrick was on everyone's mind recently with the memorable 'Climb with Charlie' event.