Convert Western Rail Corridor to extended Greenway route

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Dear Editor,
Further to your recent front page report announcing the delay in further development of the Mayo section of the Western Rail Corridor until at least 2016, could I echo a suggestion voiced by another contributor recently. That is that in the interim, whilst awaiting further developments on the WRC and as an effective way of safeguarding the existing routes, Mayo council follow on on the enormous and unprecedented success of the Westport to Achill Greenway and formulate plans to convert all currently disused railway lines within the county to leisure cycle and walking greenways.

Hypnotherapy for weight loss at Mayo Hypnosis Clinic

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Obesity has been highlighted as a public health problem ranking alongside smoking. It is linked to a nine-year reduction in life expectancy and numerous deaths each year. The challenge is clear and the facts are frightening. Obesity has become an epidemic problem in our society, affecting all generations. Perhaps the most worrying thing is that is if we do not look at broadening the ways in which we tackle obesity, being overweight, deeply unhappy, and unhealthy will become the norm for our younger generations.

Enjoy a sumptuous buffet style dinner in aid of ÁIRC

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

ÁIRC, which was set up in 2009 is an umbrella organisation set up by parents of children with disabilities in order to support children with disabilities in Mayo through financial and emotional support.

Government needs to address age imbalance of farmers – ICSA

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers’ Association (ICSA), Connaught/Ulster vice-president, John Flynn, has warned that the older age profile of Irish farmers is not conducive to productive farming and unless steps are taken to encourage the next generations into farming the agri food sector will simply stagnate.

Threshold report highlights concerns for Mayo tenants

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Standards in private rented accommodation and the maintenance of rented properties were among the issues causing most concern to tenants in Mayo and other parts of the west last year. That is according to the 2010 annual report of Threshold, the national housing charity.

Irish Heart Foundation urges the people of Ireland to improve their health

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

A new report published by the European Heart Network entitled'Diet, Physical Activity and Cardiovascular Disease Prevention in Europe gives a strong indication that the current dietary consumption and very low levels of physical activity cannot continue, as this is causing an increase in coronary heart disease and stroke across Europe.

Western Care arts project in Belmullet

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

What I Can Do and What I Have To Say is an exciting arts project between Áras Inis Gluaire and The Western Care Association in Belmullet. The project is to celebrate International Arts Disability Day.

16 Days of Action Opposing Violence Against Women

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

This year marks the 21st year of the global 16 Days of Action Opposing Violence against Women. Violence against women is an enormous problem in Ireland with thousands of women experiencing rape, physical assaults, emotional and financial abuse and many other forms of exploitation every day.

In 1999, the United Nations officially recognised November 25 as the International Day for the elimination of violence against women.

Child benefit costs too much because it rose to the height of luxury

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

With the Budget on December 7, An Taoiseach and his Cabinet are considering every option when it comes to cuts and taxes. Mr Kenny at the beginning of this week declared that any speculation regarding cuts in child benefit is 'purely speculation.' However a cut in child benefit seems very probable.

Fitness works for both mind and body

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Exercise is the best medicine in life and can help in the battle against all ailments from depression to diabetes, according to personal trainer and fitness tutor Liam Tigue.

New Mayo Medical Academy for Mayo General Hospital

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

Mayo General Hospital, in a unique partnership with the National University of Ireland, Galway and the GMIT in Castlebar, is developing a new medical academy for the training of doctors at the Castlebar site.

Information evening for parents to be held in Westport

Thu, Nov 24, 2011

The HSE in Mayo is teaming up with the Westport Family and Community Resource Centre, the Cove Youth Café, and Foróige to host an information evening for parents in Westport on Wednesday November 30.

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