Mayo mini-marathon returns to Castlebar - launch today

THE Mayo women's mini-marathon is returning to Castlebar this summer.

It will be held on bank holiday Sunday, May 4.

The official launch of the event and registration portal takes place today (Thursday).

Municipal head David Mellett said local businesses and community groups are already getting involved, providing sponsorship, prizes, supports and proposals for other attractions and events in the county town over the weekend.

Cathaoirleach Councillor Donna Sheridan said it was 'brilliant' to see the mini-marathon returning to Castlebar, where it all began.

“If it starts in Castlebar it should stay in Castlebar,” she commented about events at a municipal meeting yesterday.