Queen of the Lakes festival set to draw huge crowds to Ballinrobe

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

After a hugely successful revival last year, the popular Queen of the Lakes festival is set to have Ballinrobe rocking from July 19 to 26 – starting on Connacht final evening and climaxing a week later with the popular Queen of the Lakes selection pageant in the town.

Head State side to the ‘Lady in the Bay’

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

One of the most recognised and iconic sights in the world, New York’s Statue of Liberty, has reopened for public tours to the crown for the first time since the 9/11 atrocities in 2001.

There’s never been a better time to make a trip to this historic monument thanks to the great hotel deals on offer in the Hotels.com summer sale which runs until August 17 with discounts of up to 50 per cent.

Set your own pace on Ireland’s waterways

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Cruising the Shannon/Erne waterways is officially the most relaxing and enjoyable way to spend a few days off. Depending on how long you want to spend on the water, and what part of the country you want to visit, you can go for a relaxing break, or something a bit more adventurous.

IWAK and Cork now connected by air transport

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Aer Arann has introduced connecting flights to Cork from Ireland West Knock via Dublin. For as little as €45 one way including taxes, business and leisure passengers can now travel conveniently between these two counties, saving hours of additional driving time in the process.

The new service operates six days per week and all connecting flight details can be found at www.AerArann.com. Customers travelling between Ireland West Knock and Cork have the added convenience of direct boarding at Dublin Airport, allowing them to simply proceed directly to their onward boarding gate upon arrival.

One stop shop in Ballina for your back to school needs

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Timlins’ Drapery, established by Peter Timlin Senior, located on Pearse Street, Ballina is the one stop for customer quality, value and service and for all your back to school needs.

Mayo pupils will learn about school bus safety at Bonniconlon and Claremorris shows

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

A customised school bus operating as a mini-cinema is to visit County Mayo in August to spread the school transport safety message to local children.

Newly elected Gannon criticised over conferences proposal

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Newly elected Fine Gael Councillor Ollie Gannon was criticised by Fianna Fáil Cllr Brendan Mulroy for a “flawed proposal” which Cllr Gannon recommended during last Thursday’s meeting of the Westport Town Council.

Cheap car costs owner hundreds in fines

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

A 20-year-old Ballina man who purchased a car for €60 was fined at Ballina District Court this week for road traffic offences.

BBQ in Westport

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

On Sunday July 19 the annual gala summer barbecue, hosted by Norah and Gerry Walshe, will meet in the gardens of Hotel Westport, in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Musical volunteers needed

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

A nationwide campaign to find volunteers to sing and play guitar for the elderly in long term hospital wards has been launched. Friends of the Elderly wants to hear from musicians and entertainers in every part of Ireland who can give an hour a week to entertain the elderly in their local hospital.

Powerboat games in Achill

Fri, Jul 17, 2009

Achill Belmullet Powerboat Club will host and organise the first ever National Powerboat Games in Ireland in conjunction with the ISA on Friday July 24 and Saturday July 25. It will begin with the opening on the Friday night, games/activities and competitions over Saturday and Sunday respectively, and the final presentation of prizes on Sunday night. The event is open to both ISA and non-ISA members. Club members pay €125 and non members pay €150. Special package price, four boats or more €100. Entry fee includes weekend club day ticket.