The Two Norries coming to Mayo for National Recovery Day

THIS is the first year National Recovery Day will be recognised in Co. Mayo.

On Friday, September 30, the Two Norries - James Leonard and Timmy Long - will MC an event to celebrate recovery.

These two lads are brilliant podcasters and the perfect inspirational people to support recognition of recovery across Mayo. They have won and been nominated for many awards and made appearances on The Late Late Show and the Tommy Tiernan Show.

During the month of August people were invited to make nominations for individuals and organisations who were inspiring within the area of alcohol, drugs and mental health. There was a very positive response to the initiative with many people wanting to make a nomination.

The recognition event is taking place on September 30 in the TF Hotel, Castlebar, at 12.30 p.m. The event is to recognise the great work that is being done every day in Mayo, whether personally, professional or within an organisation.

It also aims to inspire connection, support and hope as well as sharing what has worked in the area of alcohol, drugs and mental health.

There are a small number of spaces still available for the event. If you are interested in attending, please contact Mags Dillon, community liaison (with South West Mayo Development Company/Western Region Drug & Alcohol Taskforce) at (086) 012 9897 or email mdillon@southmayo.com.