Meitheal spirit to the fore

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Fewer than five cases of Covid-19 have been identified in Mayo, according to the most recent figures released by the National Public Emergency Team (NPET) - at the time of this issue of the Mayo Advertiser going to print. The number of cases is expected to rise over the coming days and weeks, with the NPET releasing daily updates each evening shortly before 9pm.

Leaving Certificate and Junior Cycle oral and practical cancelled

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh TD has announced the cancellation of oral and practical performance tests of the state examinations - which were originally scheduled to take place from Monday, March 23 to Friday, April 3.

Council offices open but public urged not to go unless it is essential business

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

In the ongoing response to COVID-19, and following the Government directive and guidance from the HSE, Mayo County Council has taken a number of actions over recent days which affect delivery of some of their services.

Castlebar International Four Day Walks cancelled

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

The organisers of the Castlebar International Four Day Walks have announced the cancellation of the 2020 instalment of the festival.

Mayo Mountain Rescue find missing person on Bangor trail last Sunday night

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

The Mayo Mountain Rescue Team were tasked at 7pm last Sunday night to search for a missing person who was overdue on their return from walking the Letterkeen loop walk.

Post Offices to remain open and adapt measures for safe usage

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Postmasters have assured the public that in the current Covid-19 pandemic, Post Offices are remaining open as an essential service to local communities – and measures have been agreed with An Post to prioritise public safety.

Aurivo announces temporary suspension of livestock sales

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Aurivo Marts has announced that it will be temporarily suspending all its livestock sales from Monday, March 23 until at least the end of the month. This decision has been made in light of Covid-19 and will be reviewed in the intervening period.

How to get through the lockdown?

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

It said 'You don't know what you have until it's gone. Truth is, you knew what you had, you just thought you'd never lose it.' There has probably never been a time in living memory when that sentiment has meant as much as it does know.

Freeze needed on key bills for businesses – Calleary

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo Dara Calleary has called for a temporary freezing on key bills such as bank loans, rates, rental payments, and utility bills as businesses in Mayo try to manage their finances and future during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Community Engagement Garda needs your help

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

Kevin Gately is the community engagement superintendent with An Garda Síochána in Mayo.

Covid-19 Community Diary

Fri, Mar 20, 2020

A large number of community organisations have stepped up to the plate to help out those in need during the Covid-19 outbreak - in this weeks Community Diary we have listed a number of htem.