National Pilgrim Path event to include Easter Monday Tóchar walk

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

Easter weekend has again been designated Ireland's second National Pilgrim Paths event with a nationwide series of walks planned along all of the country's major medieval penitential walkways. To coincide with this event part of Tóchar Phádraig - the ancient Pilgrim Path between Ballintubber and Croagh Patrick - will be walked on Easter Monday April 6 from Aughagower to Ballintubber Abbey. Further details from (094) 9030934 or www.pilgrimpath.ie.

Pilgrims are asked to assemble at Ballintubber Abbey at 11am on Easter Monday, April 6, for a short introduction to pilgrimage and will then be bused to Aughagower to commence the walk. National Pilgrim Paths Day is a new Easter festival based on Ireland's network of medieval pilgrim walking routes. This new pilgrim themed event is organised by the local communities adjacent to each of Ireland's main pilgrim routes and is aimed at raising awareness of Ireland's rich network of pilgrim paths. It is targeted, not only at those who enjoy exploring ancient paths, but also at the growing numbers seeking walkways with deeper spiritual significance.

Maureen Mooney wins big on Million Euro Challenge

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

Maureen Mooney from Hollymount won €16,000 last Saturday night on the National Lottery’s, The Million Euro Challenge TV game show. Maureen is a familiar face behind the bar at John O’Hare’s pub in Ballinrobe, where she works part-time.

Memorial seat to the Blaine brothers unveiled in Castlebar

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

A memorial seat in honour of two local men was unveiled last Thursday on Linenhall Street, Castlebar. The seat was erected opposite the home of Jack and Tommy Blaine from New Antrim Street, who both died in tragic circumstances in July 2013.

Mulranny awarded silver at Irish Responsible Tourism awards

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

The winners of the 2015 Irish Responsible Tourism Awards were announced last week at the Radisson Blu Royal Hotel, Dublin. Mulranny received a silver award in the ‘Best Destination for Responsible Tourism” category.

Students’ Junk fashion wins out

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

A team of young fashion designers from Davitt College, Castlebar, have made it all the way through to the national finals of the Junk Kouture competition,

Mayo clubs should apply now for Sports Capital Programme — O’Mahony

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

“Mayo clubs should apply now for sports capital funding,” said Fine Gael Mayo TD, John O’Mahony. Deputy O’Mahony was speaking after confirmation from the Minister for Sport, Michael Ring, that an extra €40 million has been secured for Sports Capital Programme in 2015.

JCI Mayo to host a day of public speaking and debating

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

Do you quake at the thought of standing up to speak in public? Do you always lose the fight? Fear not. JCI Mayo is hosting JCI Ireland for this year’s spring conference. JCI Mayo openly welcomes past members and senators, and especially members of the public.

Mulherin wants county registrars to appear before Oireachtas committee

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

Mayo Fine Gael TD, Michelle Mulherin, this week called for representatives of county registrars to be invited before the Oireachtas Finance Committee to discuss how meaningful engagement by the banks can help resolve the current situation on mortgage arrears.

Irish Cancer Society calls for grant applications from affiliated cancer support centres in Mayo

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

The Irish Cancer Society’s grant aid programme for affiliated cancer support centres is now open for applications and the society is inviting all affiliated centres, including Cara Iorrais Cancer Support Centre and Mayo Cancer Support Association to apply for funds. The Irish Cancer Society expects to grant more than half a million euro this year to its affiliates and is welcoming applications from new cancer support centres which wish to become affiliates of the society. The society’s affiliation programme which runs in three-year cycles is a network of groups all across Ireland which provide information and support services to people living with cancer.

Get on your bike for the An Post Yeats Tour

Fri, Mar 20, 2015

The An Post Cycle Series, supported by An Post, the Irish Sports Council, and Local Sports Partnerships, encourages people of all fitness levels to get on their bikes in one of the five cycling tours across the country between May and September. The An Post Yeats Tour of Sligo kicks off the series on the May Bank Holiday Weekend and this year is part of the ‘Yeats 2015’ celebrations where cyclists can enjoy the wonderful scenery of Sligo, the spiritual home of the great poet.

Carraig Donn announces 30 new jobs for Westport

Fri, Mar 13, 2015

Westport based retail chain and knitwear manufacturer, Carraig Donn, yesterday afternoon announced the creation of 30 jobs at its knitwear manufacturing plant in Westport.