Junior School Warden scheme set up in Swinford

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

The Junior School Warden service is designed to provide safe crossing facilities in the vicinity of primary schools in provincial towns and villages where a 50km/h speed limit applies adjacent to the school. The Junior School Warden scheme has been operating in Ireland since 1969. Its continued success is due to the dedication, hard work, and co-operation of all involved in its implementation, including Garda trainers, school principals, local authorities, and most importantly, the pupils themselves.

This initiative was set up by An Garda Síochána in partnership with Scoil Mhuire agus Treasa Swinford, with the principal Marian Thornburgh, and Mayo County Council. The Junior Warden scheme has been set up to address a much needed service by 10-12 year olds who will provide a safe crossing for fellow students. It is aimed at encouraging young people to take ownership of their surroundings and become more responsible and involved in making their community a safer and cleaner place in which to live.

Go wild at the Erris Beo Festival

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

Explore the best place to go wild in Ireland during the Erris Beo Festival, which takes place from Thursday, 16 June to Sunday, 19 June. Now in its sixth year, this annual festival celebrates the beauty of this corner of the Wild Atlantic Way through activities and adventures in the great outdoors.

Immigration to Ireland seminar in the Museum of Country Life

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

The Museum of Country Life at Turlough House will host an Immigration to Ireland seminar on Saturday June 18. The keynote speaker will be Jane Freedman, who is professor of politics at Université de Paris and a leading global voice on migration research.

This one day seminar focuses on immigration to Ireland through personal experiences. It will explore the impact of immigration policies on individuals, communities, and Ireland today. It is organised as part of the museum’s temporary exhibition ‘Migrant Women-Shared Experiences’. The seminar will run from 9.30am to 3pm, booking is required by calling (094) 9031751 or by emailing [email protected].

Calls for entries from Mayo for the Irish Forest and Woodland Awards

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

With less than a month to go until the closing date for entries for the 2016 Irish Forest and Woodland Awards, the RDS is calling on Mayo farmers, landowners, and community groups to enter now for their chance to share in the €10,000 prize fund.

Mayo gets shown off to a worldwide audience

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

The promotion of Mayo as tourism destination was given another bump recently with Tourism Ireland arranged visits to the county for a major US tour operator and the Indian edition of the Lonely Plant Magazine which as 100,000 readers.

Wild Atlantic Way Passport will help to promote Mayo tourism spots - Ring

Fri, Jun 03, 2016

Michael Ring, T.D., Minister of State for Regional Economic Development has stated that the new Wild Atlantic Way Passport, launched Friday, May 27, will help to promote tourism spots and visitor attractions in Mayo. “The new Wild Atlantic Way Passport is a great initiative and will really help to promote tourism spots and visitor attractions in Mayo. The Wild Atlantic Way Passport is designed to encourage repeat visits to Ireland’s coast and promote tourism in Mayo.

“Crucially the Passport will also help to promote visitor attractions in Mayo that tourists might not otherwise think to visit. The Passport serves as a handy tool to help tourists find the 188 Discovery Points along the beautiful route.

Three new primary care centres announced for Mayo

Fri, May 27, 2016

Three new primary care centres were announced for Mayo this week as part of a bundle of 14 centres across the country, the three new centres will be located in Ballinrobe, Claremorris, and Westport. The centres are being funded by The European Investment Bank.

Welcoming the Mayo constituency (Claremorris and Westport) centres this week, An Taoiseach Enda Kenny said: "Local people will be able to access a wide range of services including GP, community nursing, dental, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, social work, speech and language therapy, mental health, counselling, home help, and nutrition. It is envisaged that they will be open at least five days a week, with extra hours at weekends and evenings for some services.

Maxol creating fifty jobs in Mayo following more than €2 million investment

Fri, May 27, 2016

Leading forecourt convenience retailer, Maxol, has announced the creation of 50 jobs in Mayo due to the restoration of Maxol Newport Road, Westport, and the opening of a new venture at Duffy’s Garage in Castlebar, both of which represent a combined investment in excess of €2 million.

Mayo motorists urged to take part in National Slow Down Day

Fri, May 27, 2016

Mayo County Council's road safety office is encouraging motorists to take part in National Slow Down Day which takes place this year between 7am today Friday May 27 and 7am on Saturday May 28. Signs will be put on display around the county with the message "Drive slow - See Our County - Drive fast - See a Summons".

Mayo sings this weekend

Fri, May 27, 2016

Following on from the amazing opening concert in Knock Basilica, more than 1,000 singers will take part in the fifth Mayo International Choral Festival this weekend, performing songs from many genres, including jazz, pop, folk, sacred and gospel music. Mayo in May - the mecca for all music lovers.

The fifth festival, the only countywide choral festival in Ireland, will take the form of 26 international, national, and Mayo choirs participating on a competitive and non-competitive basis. The festival will include a number of evening and daily countywide performances, as well as competitions with all events open to a public audience. For visitors - friendship, relaxation and a memorable Mayo experience is ensured, allowing audiences and choirs to meet other choirs and locals, relax, and enjoy a great weekend in the beautiful west of Ireland.

Mayo North Heritage Centre traces Vice President Joe Biden’s roots to Garden Street in Ballina

Fri, May 27, 2016

In advance of the visit of US Vice President Joe Biden to Ireland in June, the Mayo North Heritage Centre has announced that it has traced the origins of the vice president’s maternal lineage, that of the Blewitts of Co Mayo, to the area of Garden Street in Ballina.

Big summer coming up at Mary Robinson Centre

Fri, May 27, 2016

Following a busy season of workshops on migration and refugees with Mayo’s secondary schools, The Mary Robinson Centre has announced an exciting programme of events for the summer, with equality, peace, and human rights at the heart of these events.

Starting with an international flair, The Mary Robinson Centre welcomes its first visiting scholar, Professor Jane Freedman, Professor of Politics at Université de Paris. Events planned during Professor Freedman’s visit from June 13 to 18 include a 2016 Commemoration event, Inclusive Centenaries on June 17, reflecting today’s Ireland and articulating aspirations for an inclusive Ireland for the future, and a workshop with the Migrant Women exhibition at National Museum of Ireland – Country Life on June 18.

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