Belmullet employment group part of pan European jobs project

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

A Belmullet based national employment organisation has played a leading role in a pan European project to develop new resources, which could support more individuals from marginalised or disadvantaged groups into the workplace.

Ballina fright fest

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Ballina is getting ready to host the biggest fright fest in the west with the Samhain Abhainn seven-day celebration of all things Halloween kicking off on Saturday.

The festival continues until November 1.

New film recreates fateful night of bank guarantee

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

A new film which recreates the events leading up to the fateful night of September 29, 2008, when the Irish government guaranteed the entire domestic banking system and unwittingly started one of the most expensive bank rescues in history, is to be screened as part of a special live event at Mayo Movie World in Castlebar on Thursday evening.

Pope Francis – A Prophet of our Time?

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

What promises to be a very interesting and engaging presentation and discussion on the teachings of Pope Francis will take place in the Family Centre, Chapel St., Castlebar on Wednesday next October 28 at 8pm. Many people believe that the present Pope brings a new and fresh look at the Christian faith as it applies to the reality of people’s lives in the modern world. The presenter for the event is the well known broadcaster and writer Fr Colm Kilcoyne. Booking through the Family Centre at (094) 90 25900

Broadhaven 10k

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

This first Broadhaven 10k run, jog or walk will take place on Saturday, November 8 at 1pm. All are welcome to take part in the fully insured, measured course over rolling hills and beautiful scenery, set overlooking the idyllic Broadhaven Bay. There will be parking facilities provided at Aughalasheen NS with food and refreshments after the event.

Croí weight management courses

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Croí Nutritionist, Áine will facilitate a six week weight management course in Castlebar at the Lé Chéile Family Resource Centre, Castlebar. Commencing Thursday October 30 from 7pm to 8pm. To book your place call Áine on (087) 1203059.

One to One mentoring for voluntary community groups

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Mayo North East will hold free one to one mentoring sessions for local community groups on grant application form filling. The mentoring will be held on Tuesday November 4 in Mayo North East, Mullenmore Street, Crossmolina. For more information or to make an appointment please contact Patricia Crawley on (087) 2135960 or email [email protected].

Dementia Friendly communities project

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

There will be an Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland (ASI) event hosted jointly by the Community Action on Dementia in Mayo project and Mayo Age Friendly County Programme held on Wednesday, November 5 from 6pm to 8pm in the Foxford Lodge and Studio, Pontoon Road, Foxford. The event aims to raise awareness of people living with dementia in the community. Encourage more programmes/funding to assist families in dealing with dementia in communities locally and nationally. Improve the quality of life for people with dementia. This dementia awareness raising event is free to attend and refreshments will be provided from 5.30pm. Booking by RSVP before the October 31 by calling (087) 6536885 or emailing [email protected].

Six week art class

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

There is a six week art class, called and an introduction to drawing commencing in Le Cheile Family Resource Centre, Castlebar on Tuesday November 4. The course will run from 2.30pm to 4.30pm. It costs €30 for the six weeks (to be paid upfront). To sign up or for further details call into the office in Tucker Street or call them on (094) 90 25126. Places limited so please register, by Thursday, October 30.

Two day bazaar

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Starting tomorrow Saturday, October 25 and running though to Sunday, October 26 a two day bazaar will be held in St Anne's Boxing Club, James Street Car Park, Westport. Doors will open both days at 10.30am and you’ll be able to find new and newly clothes, books, household goods and furniture. A cake sale will also take place, with new stock each day. All proceeds will help to provide meals for poor children in Moldova this winter.

Fond farewell

Fri, Oct 24, 2014

Fahy National School teacher Carol Gaughan bid a fond farewell to her students before leaving to take up the position of principal at Belmullet Senior School. Photo: Keith Heneghan/Phocus.

Petrol stretching culprits will be pursued

Fri, Oct 17, 2014

By Frances Toner
Gardaí in Mayo are investigating 86 complaints of suspected petrol contamination, received in the past four months, and are now working with Revenue’s Customs Service to have samples analysed in the State Laboratory.

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