Parents and teachers asked to pass on Santa’s message

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

No less a figure than Santa Claus has thrown his considerable weight behind the campaign to make Ireland’s roads safer. All primary schools students in Co Mayo and parents are asked to download a Christmas card featuring the man himself taking due care and attention before setting out on his epic annual voyage.

Mayo escapes the worst of the floods

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

While Mayo has escaped the worst of the flooding that has caused serious problems throughout the country, there are some areas that have been affected in south Mayo. Fine Gael councillor Patsy O’Brien told the Mayo Advertiser: “There are some areas in south Mayo that have been hit, but nothing like what we have seen in Galway and in other places. The Kilmaine to Shrule road had been blocked for a while but Mayo County Council carried out some emergency repair work that ensured that it was open again, and the work that was done in Ballinacarra has made sure the roads held up this time from the downpours. A lot of good work has been done in regards to drainage in the area, but there are still a few areas that have been affected and we should get sorted out. I’ve asked the area engineer to monitor the situation so we can see how the different areas were affected and how we can deal with them for the future.”

Public urged to be vigilant as phone directory deliveries take place

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

Fine Gael town councillor Ger Deere has warned local residents to be vigilant as the annual phone books are being delivered. The books are also being delivered to premises that may be derelict and houses that are unoccupied.

“These pose a risk in terms of litter problems as the rain and wind may end up causing them to deteriorate and blow all over the place. They also act as a signal to burglars that houses may be unoccupied,” Cllr Deere said.

Mayo woman wins Professional Woman of the Year award

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

Charley Stoney, whose family hails from Rosturk near Mulranny and who is also managing director of Field Management Ireland Ltd, was announced as winner of the Professional Woman of the Year title at the IMAGE Businesswomen of the Year Awards which were held on Wednesday night at a ceremony in Dublin.

Stocking filler fragrances at McKane’s, Ballina

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

Stuck for a Christmas gift idea? Then take a visit to McKane’s Pharmacy, O’Rahilly Street Ballina, where you can stock up on a range of sought after fragrances at bargain prices, — the perfect gift to unwrap this Christmas.

Briefs

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

Carol services
Enjoy attending carol services in Belmullet and Achill in December. Belmullet will host two services, one on Wednesday December 2 at 8pm in the Broadhaven Bay Hotel and the other on Thursday December 3 at 8pm in Ionad Deirbhile Heritage Centre, Eachléim, Belmullet.

Cosgallen news

Fri, Nov 27, 2009

The Cosgallen CDP office will be closed every Friday from November 27 until Christmas.

We’re coming to Ballinrobe, say Riverdance and Les Miserábles creators

Fri, Nov 20, 2009

Ballinrobe Musical Society members, deep in rehearsal for their 2010 offering The Pirate Queen, have just received some stunning news – the musical geniuses behind Riverdance and Les Miserábles have confirmed they will attend the final performance of the show.

Mayo-Galway border crash leaves four dead and one critical

Fri, Nov 20, 2009

A tragic accident on the Mayo-Galway border on Tuesday night claimed the lives of four young women.

Castlebar to benefit from GMIT-Chinese strategic partnership

Fri, Nov 20, 2009

A new deal between Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology and Nanchang University, China, has been described as ‘momentous’. The strategic partnership agreement with the Chinese university, which is ranked as one of the top 100 universities in China, will have a huge impact for Castlebar and the entire region, according to Labour councillor Harry Barrett.

Garda update

Fri, Nov 20, 2009

Exercise caution when driving flooded roads
Due to flooding on Mayo roads gardaí are appealing for motorists to drive with care over the coming days.

Viper collecting debts in Westport

Fri, Nov 20, 2009

Criminal turned businessman Martin ‘Viper’ Foley’s debt collection agency vans were spotted cruising around the Westport area last week as they seek payment from locals for outstanding debts.

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