Lakes under threat from non native species

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

The Environment SPC of Mayo County Council proposed to put forward a set of bye-laws in relation to the protection of Lough Mask and other lakes from bio-security risks, to be forwarded on to the Department of Environment so that measures can be put in place for the council to legally enforce the laws.

Lakes under threat from non native species

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

The Environment SPC of Mayo County Council proposed to put forward a set of bye-laws in relation to the protection of Lough Mask and other lakes from bio-security risks, to be forwarded on to the Department of Environment so that measures can be put in place for the council to legally enforce the laws.

Bus driver convicted for dangerous overtaking

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

A Castlebar man was convicted and fined €150 at Ballina District Court this week for dangerous overtaking in his mini bus.

The meanest cut of all - Barrett

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

Castlebar town Councillor Harry Barrett has blasted the Government over its decision to confirm again that it would not be paying the Christmas bonus. Taoiseach Brian Cowen told the Dáil on Wednesday that the State could not afford the €223 million it would cost to reinstate the Christmas social welfare bonus payment this year.

Council to adopt zero tolerance approach to back yard burning

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

Mayo County Council will adopt a zero tolerance approach to back yard burning under new legislation enacted by the Department of Environment this year.

Council to adopt zero tolerance approach to back yard burning

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

Mayo County Council will adopt a zero tolerance approach to back yard burning under new legislation enacted by the Department of Environment this year.

Westport area briefs

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

Additional housing grant funding
During a meeting of the Westport electoral area committee on Monday councillors welcomed the news that €660,000 additional funding has been made available to Mayo County Council for housing repair grants on works which have been approved and carried out.

Minister to open Achill playground

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

CFÁA has completed Páirc Na Mara, Acaill, a new state of the art Children’s playground located in the heart of Keel. This modern facility, which has been equipped using the latest in the market innovations in play and leisure, ensures maximum play value for children of all age groups. Damian Kilbane, Chairman of the CFÁA, Environment and Infrastructure sub committee, said he was “delighted to see that this vital amenity for the children of Achill and beyond has been developed”. In recent years, he said, the original facility that was there had fallen into a state of disrepair and was wholly inadequate. Damian outlined furthermore that the high numbers using the playground already are testament to the success of the development.

Youth assaulted Mayo man with bottle in unprovoked Galway attack

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

A young teen who assaulted a man with a glass bottle in an unprovoked attack last year has been warned that if he steps one foot out of line while out on bail the judge will be waiting for him.

Ring appalled at HSE’s centralisation of services

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

A Mayo deputy has spoken out against the decision of the HSE to centralise the Primary Care Schemes to Dublin with immediate effect. Deputy Michael Ring has criticised the move which will take the decision making process away from the local offices and transfer it to a head office in Dublin.

Mayo student awarded NUI Galway scholarship in Chicago

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

Two NUI Galway students have been awarded the Chicago Student Social Work Scholarships by the Chicago Immigrant Support Centre. First year MA in social work programme students Marie Hoban from Liscarney, Co Mayo, and Bridget O’Hara from Salthill, Galway, will each receive a scholarship of $3,500. This is the second consecutive year that NUI Galway students from this programme have been awarded the scholarship.

Podge, Rodge, and the Leprechauns in New York

Fri, Nov 13, 2009

The decision by Mayo County Council to send the Cathaoirleach and two other councillors to the USA for St Patrick’s Day, saw a heated debate in the council chamber on Monday. Independent Councillor Gerry Ginty wanted his opposition against the trip noted saying it was a waste of public money. The council agreed to send Cathaoirleach John Cribben and fellow councillors Damien Ryan and Michael Burke on the trip.

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