Woman killed in road crash on Castlebar to Westport road

Fri, Jun 15, 2018

Gardaí in Castlebar are investigating a fatal road traffic collision that occurred on the Westport Road (N5) outside Castlebar at 8.30am yesterday morning, Thursday, June 14.

Still no movement on Westport pay and display proposals

Fri, Jun 15, 2018

The row over the potential imposition of on-street parking charges in Westport moved up another notch again this week.

Solar power — Louisburgh's Mike McCormack wins International Dublin Literary Award

Fri, Jun 15, 2018

Louisburgh-native author Mick McCormack has won the 2018 International Dublin Literary Award for his novel hugely acclaimed novel Solar Bones, published by independent Irish publisher Tramp Press.

Castlebar Garda Business Watch group set up

Fri, Jun 15, 2018

An Garda Síochána, Castlebar, is setting up a new Business Watch scheme in the town under the Castlebar Community Policing Program. The is a proactive step to help local businesses, no matter what size, to have direct access to a dedicated Garda whose role is to specifically to help them.

Papal visit to Knock confirmed to take place

Mon, Jun 11, 2018

Mayo is gearing up for the arrival of Pope Francis after it was confirmed today that the Pope will visit Knock on Sunday, August 26.

Inland Fisheries Ireland investigating significant fish kill on Ballygowan River

Mon, Jun 11, 2018

Last Wednesday evening, June 6 officers of Inland Fisheries Ireland received a report from a member of the public in Claremorris, regarding a fish kill on the Ballygowan River (one of the prime spawning tributaries of the Robe River), which flows into Lough Mask.

Over 70 submissions received on Westport parking bye-laws

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

The controversial topic of the introduction of on-street parking charges in Westport is set to a head on Monday.

HSE apologise after 900 child audiology cases are reviewed

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

Fifty families in Mayo and Roscommon are to receive apologies from the HSE after a review of 900 child audiology cases handled by one individual showed what are described as "serious failings."

Tributes paid to 'gentleman' Sean Calleary

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

Tributes were paid earlier this week to the late TD for Mayo East and former minister, Ballina based Sean Calleary, who died last weekend.

A festival of creativity, heritage and fun in Castlebar

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

On St. John’s Eve, The Military Barracks Castlebar will host an inclusive family-friendly festival of creativity, culture and fun with a wide range of food and entertainment and a bonfire!

Castlebar's lucky lotto shop strikes again

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

The National Lottery has confirmed that the top prize of €500,000 in the Daily Millions Draw on Friday last, June 1 was sold at Newstand, Market Square, Castlebar.

Bike Week returns to Mayo

Fri, Jun 08, 2018

National Bike Week returns to Mayo this summer from Saturday June 9, to Sunday June 17, where you can enjoy eight days on two wheels celebrating and promoting all that is great about cycling.

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