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Covid19, Latest News

Are you part of a Community Group providing useful services and supports as part of the national response to Covid-19? If so, Mayo Public Participation wants to hear from you.…

Rural Ireland and the impact of COVID 19

May 22, 2020

As we navigate through the global crisis caused by COVID-19, it is clear that rural areas will bear a significant social and economic impact over the long-term. The challenges that…

Upcoming online training for Volunteers

May 21, 2020

Mayo Volunteer Centre are running some training online for volunteers over the coming weeks. Visit https://volunteermayo.ie/upcoming-online-volunteer-training/

AWARE – Zoom Support and Self Care Group

May 20, 2020

Covid19, Latest News

Aware are introducing a Zoom Support & Self Care group this week in addition to the conference call Phone In groups which were introduced recently. The Zoom Support & Self Care group is for people experiencing anxiety, depression, bi-polar…

Oweninny Community Benefit Fund Scheme 2020 – DEADLINE EXTENSION

May 11, 2020

Closing date for receipt of applications for funding under the Oweninny Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund has been extended to Friday 29th of May 2020 at 5 pm. Application forms…

Story Competition – Stories from the Waterside

April 30, 2020

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Mayo Day 2020 on Mayo.ie – Saturday May 2nd

April 29, 2020

We will fly our flags for our county and for our people, but rather than coming together at a flagship event we will celebrate with our families in the safe…

Mayo Day Women’s 10k Your Way

April 27, 2020

With this years Mayo.ie Western People Women’s Mini Marathon, regrettably postponed due to the Covid-19. This year on Sunday May 3rd Mayo Sport Partnership invites you to take part in…

Minister Ring confirms cancellation of 2020 Tidy Towns Competition

April 22, 2020

Mr Michael Ring TD, the Minister for Rural and Community Development, has today (21 April 2020) announced the cancellation of the TidyTowns competition for 2020 in the interests of public…

Mayo County Council COVID 19 Response Map

April 1, 2020

Covid19, Latest News

As part of the national response to Covid-19, Mayo Public Participation Network (PPN) & Mayo County Council are working closely to support stakeholders and community groups. Are you a Community…

Government confirms continued funding for Schools Meals Programme

March 27, 2020

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Govt. invests in additional 5000 eBooks and eAudiobooks in response to increased demand for online public library service – Minister Ring

March 26, 2020

€200,000 investment made as libraries register big jump in online memberships Michael Ring TD, Minister for Rural and Community Development, has announced a fund of €200,000 to support the provision…

Mayo County Council COVID 19 Response Map

March 26, 2020

As part of the national response to Covid-19, Mayo Public Participation Network (PPN) & Mayo County Council are working closely to support stakeholders and community groups. Are you a Community…

FREE Public WIFI is coming to Mayo

March 12, 2020

Mayo County Council – Broadband Department Projects Project 1 The WiFi4EU initiative promotes free access to Wi-Fi connectivity for citizens in public spaces including parks, squares, public buildings, libraries, health…

Community Funding Available through Mayo County Council 2020

March 10, 2020

Please follow the below link to check out funding that may be available to your community group!! Community Funding Directory Mayo County Council 2020

Interested in becoming a ‘Community Health Champion’?

March 5, 2020

Electorate for Oweninny Community Benefit Fund ( Evaluation Committee)

March 3, 2020

Oweninny Community Benefit Fund March 2020 The Oweninny Windfarm, situated in North Mayo, is being developed by Oweninny Power Ltd. Mayo County Council has established a Community Benefit Fund on…

Mayo Autism Camp – Autism Resource Fair

February 27, 2020

Healthy Ireland Community Mental Health Small Grant Scheme 2020

February 24, 2020