No need for fluoride in water, says local councillor

Mon, Feb 17, 2014

The public are being unnecessarily medicated with fluoride against their will, according to a local councillor.

Danger of unmanned level crossings highlighted again

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail) has appealed to motorists in rural areas to take extreme care at unmanned railway crossings after a postman had a miracle escape when a train struck his van near Ballyvary on Wednesday morning.

Coláiste Muire Tuar Mhic Éadaigh offers something for everyone

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

Meánscoil mheasctha Chaitliceach is ea Coláiste Muire, Tuar Mhic Éadaigh, a chuireann oideachas d’ard-chaighdeán ar fáil trí mheán na Gaeilge.

Gaeltacht courses in Coláiste Cholumba in An Cheathrú Rua

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

Coláiste Cholumba is located in An Cheathrú Rua in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht and provides a base for students to further their appreciation and knowledge of not only the Irish language but also of Ireland’s rich historical culture. Courses are graded and cater for primary students, pre-Junior Cert and pre-Leaving Cert, with special tuition on oral examinations.

The college will run three separate three-week courses over the summer, the first running from June 2 to June 23, then from June 24 to July 15, and finally from July 16 to August 8.

Is your child having difficulties in school?

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

When a student is struggling in school, parents may wonder what can done. Edward Joyce, Educational Psychologist, who holds Masters Degrees in Psychology and Education, has worked with students at primary, post-primary and third level, and students who have severe difficulties in reading and mathematics. Edward was Principal of St Anne`s School, Taylor’s Hill, Galway which is an integral part of CAMHS, West. He did in-depth assessments of children and adolescents with psychiatric, social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties, and developed programmes tailored to their learning styles and educational needs. Edward then joined the National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS), and worked in Galway city and county. His work on the Aran Islands and in North Galway was done through Irish. He now works with children, adolescents and adults who have the following difficulties: ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Social, Emotional and Behavioural difficulties, Speech and Language Disorders; and with Leaving Certificate students seeking eligibility for the DARE programme, and third level students seeking access to the Student Disability Services.

Learn a new skill or improve what you have already with the International School of Make-up Artistry

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

The International School of Make-up Artistry has a history spanning over 30 years with a 100% success rate for all its students. The International School of Make-up Artistry is renowned for its up to date training with exceptionally high standards, the majority of the school’s students receive Merits or Distinctions in their exams, and have been placed in secure positions worldwide in the beauty industry by the school. The school offers a variety of training courses to suit all ages and levels.

Mayo schools invited to take part in ISPCC apprentice youth award

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

The ISPCC are inviting secondary schools in Mayo to take part in their Shield Youth Award. Transition Year students will take part in an Apprentice style competition, with the top three schools in the country being invited to present their project in a boardroom at the heart of Dublin’s financial district to Celebrity Apprentice judge Caroline Downey and two other celebrity judges.

Learn Irish for less at Coláiste na nOileán

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

Located in the heart of the Connemara Gaeltacht, Coláiste na nOileán is one of the longest-running Irish colleges. The college offers a number of course options. Five day summer Gaeltacht course for fifth and sixth class primary A specially designed five day residential course for fifth and sixth class primary students, this completely separate and fully supervised course is especially designed around parents’ requests and caters specifically for this age group.

Ballinrobe musical attracts VIP visitor

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

The cast and backstage team behind the Ballinrobe Musical Society production - A Tale of Two Cities - received a major boost yesterday when the musical’s creator, Jill Santoriello, contacted them from America to announce she is making a flying visit to Ireland next week to take in the show.

Repair bill jumps for storm damage jumps by €9 million

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

As the weeks move on after superstorm Christine, the bill for the repair and future protection of Mayo’s coastline has continued to rise as the damage to public infrastructure continues to be assessed by Mayo County Council. The new total for the repair and upgrade of the public infrastructure in the county is €13,490,000, up from the first estimate of €4.5 million which was given in mid-January.

Director of services for Mayo County Council, Martin Keating gave a briefing to the elected members of the council at Monday’s meeting of the local authority on the latest update. The latest update included a figure of €6,570,000 for the strengthening of coastal protection around the county and €4,205,000 for the repair of the existing coastal protection in Mayo.

Ballina councillors call for assurances over salmon centre

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

A motion by Fine Gael councillor John O’Hara calling for Fergus O’Dowd TD, Minister for State with responsibility for inland fisheries to prioritise the development of the National Salmon Life Centre in Ballina, got the full backing of all the members of the Ballina Electoral Area Committee this week. Cllr O’Hara brought the motion forward following the announcement that Inland Fisheries Ireland had plans to develop a interpretative visitors centre in Cong.

Uncertain future for Davitt museum

Fri, Feb 14, 2014

He is one of Mayo’s most famous sons who came to be known as a world renowned social activist, human rights campaigner, a statesman and an author, described as the Nelson Mandela of his era.

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