Generous sponsor helps battle against weeds in Mayo town

Castlebar Tidy Towns is proud to introduce the Limpar Street Weeder – a powerful, chemical-free machine designed to tackle weeds, moss, and other unwanted growth in an environmentally responsible way.

The new machine was generously sponsored by Gene McConway of McConway Construction.

“I’m building homes in Castlebar and getting great support from the community, so this is my way of giving back,” Gene said.

While in many areas it's best to let nature thrive, weeds in certain areas detract from the visual aspect of the town.

Weed control is a constant challenge for Mayo County Council, Castlebar Tidy Towns, and local homeowners.

Traditional herbicides are harmful to the environment but the Limpar Weeder offers a sustainable solution, using an oscillating brush system to remove weeds from the root without chemicals.

Powered by a robust Honda engine, the machine is ideal for uneven surfaces, with adjustable height settings and a guide bar for accuracy.

It’s easy to manoeuvre and significantly reduces the time and effort needed to clear paths, kerbs, and laneways — all while protecting the local ecosystem.

Alan Mee, chairperson of Castlebar Tidy Towns, expressed his appreciation: “We are extremely grateful to Gene and McConway Construction for this generous support. Partnerships like this are vital to helping us keep Castlebar clean, green, and welcoming.”

The machine will be shared between Castlebar Tidy Towns volunteers, Mayo County Council staff (Castlebar Municipal District), and local residents' groups, as part of Tidy Towns’ commitment to empowering communities across Castlebar to care for their surrounding