Cloonacool to Tubbercurry road closed to traffic following single vehicle collision

Apr 21, 2019

9-year-old girl has died and 7 year-old boy seriously injured following collision with a car while cycling in Co Galway

A nine year old girl has died and a 7 year old boy is seriously injured, following a collision with a car, while cycling in County Galway. Gardai are currently at the scene, on the Ballinasloe to Ahascragh Road. The collision happened shortly before noon…

Apr 21, 2019

Works to replace 1.9 kilometres of ageing water mains and service connections in Ballindine will get underway on Tuesday

Works to replace 1.9 kilometres of ageing water mains and service connections in Ballindine will get underway on Tuesday. These works will reduce the instances of bursts and water outages experienced in the area in the past and will eliminate leaks. The works…

Apr 21, 2019

Three pupils from Cloghans Hill NS through to finals of National Scratch competition

Three pupils from a small primary school on the Mayo / Galway border have made it through to the finals of the national scratch competition, which is aimed at Ireland's next generation of digital creators. Cian Mangan from 5th class, Ewan Fitzgerald from 4th…

Apr 21, 2019

Co Mayo could benefit from increase of over €70m in single farm payments between now and 2026, if European Parliament passes amendment

Co Mayo could benefit from an increase of over €70 million in single-farm payments between now and 2026, if the European Parliament passes an amendment, which was adopted recently by the AGRI committee. The amendment, tabled by Midlands-Northwest MEP Luke…

Apr 21, 2019

Mayo TD criticises the Minister for Employment Affairs & Social Protection over pension review

A Mayo Fianna Fail TD has criticised the Minister for Employment Affairs & Social Protection as pensioners in County Mayo are left wondering while a pension review is underway to consider their entitlement to an increase in the State Contributory Pension. A…

Apr 21, 2019

Friday night's full moon means higher tides and stronger currents along the coast this weekend

Friday night's full moon means higher tides and stronger currents along the coastline this weekend. That's according to Irish Water Safety which is appealing to all to take care when taking part in any activities in or near the sea this weekend. Despite high…

Apr 21, 2019

Political opinion polls split over which parties are picking up the most support ahead of local and European elections

Just a month away from local and European elections - political opinion polls are split over which parties are picking up the most support. A RED C Poll for the Sunday Business Post put's Fine Gael 10 points ahead of their rivals Fianna Fail - while the…

Apr 20, 2019

Achill Tourism hosting 4th Expo Achill this Easter Monday

Achill Tourism is hosting its 4th Expo Achill this Easter Monday. The event is a showcase of all that Achill Island has to offer, from outdoor activities to the best in retail and design. There will also be a presence from the voluntary sector – the RNLI and…

Apr 20, 2019

Rail passengers advised of bus transfers on Galway and Westport services this weekend

Iarnrod Eireann is advising people to check their times before travelling this weekend. Galway and Mayo customers face changes due to the construction of an underpass on the Athlone to Mullingar Greenway. There'll be bus transfers between Tullamore and…

Apr 20, 2019

Monthly meeting of Ballina Municipal District hears of progress in broadband rollout but also the problems that still exist in many areas

While the Government has further delayed a decision on the National Broadband Plan until after Easter, commercial companies are continuing to rollout highspeed broadband in towns across Co Mayo. The proposed National Broadband Plan aims to provide broadband…

Apr 20, 2019

Motorists can expect additional checkpoints across the Western region over this Easter weekend

Motorists can expect additional checkpoints across the Western region over this Easter weekend. That's the message from the Western Roads Traffic Unit, as they're appealing to all road users to take extra care this Bank Holiday weekend. Last Easter, two…

Apr 20, 2019

Foxford will host its inaugural Easter parade today

Foxford will host its inaugural Easter parade today. The parade itself gets underway at 3.30pm and will be preceded by live entertainment, an Easter Egg hunt and lots of other novelty events from 2pm on Main Street. The decision was taken to hold an Easter…

Apr 18, 2019

PNA ambulance staff set to intensify industrial action

Ambulance personnel members of the Psychiatric Nurses Association (PNA) meeting in Mullingar today agreed to escalate their industrial action with a rolling series of 24 hour strikes in pursuit of their right to join and be represented by the PNA as the union…

Apr 18, 2019

Emergency services at scene of road collision on the Kiltimagh Road, Swinford, close to Applegreen

Motorists are advised that traffic is down to one lane on the Kiltimagh road (R320), Swinford, close to Applegreen service station at present following a road collision. Emergency services are at the scene. There are no further details available, but you are…

Apr 18, 2019

Large number of protestors gather outside Rosalie Unit in Castlerea in bid to stop transfer of residents

A large number of protestors have gathered today outside the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea, as the first of the residents was due to be transferred to another facility this morning. Last week, the HSE confirmed that the Rosalie unit will cease to function as a…

Apr 18, 2019

Operating profits at Aurivo Co-Op fell by 23% last year, while turnover was up 4%

Operating profits at Aurivo Co-Op fell by 23% last year to €3 million, while the full-year financial results show a 4% increase in turnover to €443.8 million. In a year marked by ongoing volatility in global dairy markets, Aurivo says the financial…

Apr 18, 2019

Planning permission granted for new Digital Hub at Ballina Military Barracks

Planning permission has been granted for a new Digital Hub at the former Military Barracks in Ballina. Late last year, over €3 million Government funding was announced under the Urban Regeneration and Development Fund to transform the 18th century military…

Apr 18, 2019

Death has taken place of well-known Mayo photographer Liam Lyons

The death has taken place of well-known Mayo photographer Liam Lyons from Westport. Mr Lyons was the first Irish photographer to be awarded an Honorary Fellowship from the Irish Professional Photographers Association in recognition of his outstanding…

Apr 18, 2019

24% increase in motorists caught using their mobile phone while driving

Drivers are being urged to put away their mobile phones when driving this Easter weekend, as new figures show that almost 5,000 drivers were caught by Gardai holding their phone while driving in the first 2 months of this year - an increase of 24% on the same…

Apr 18, 2019

Man in his 30s arrested yesterday evening in Co Meath as part of ongoing investigations into incidents at Falsk, Strokestown

A man in his late 30s was arrested yesterday evening in Co Meath as part of ongoing investigations into incidents at Falsk, Strokestown on Sunday 16th December 2018. He is currently detained under Section 30 of the Offences against the State Act, 1939 at…

Apr 18, 2019

Anyone hoping to spend a penny to use a public toilet in Ballina has a long wait

Anyone hoping to spend a penney to use a public toilet in Ballina has a long wait. The Director of Services for MCC Tom Gilligan told councillors in the BMD area yesterday that a public toilet on a street in the town does not make economic sense, due to the…

Apr 18, 2019

Gardai detain two people following discovery of grow house during operation in Leitrim

Gardaí have detained two Lithuanian Nationals following the discovery of a grow house during an operation in Leitrim targeting cannabis cultivation. The grow house was discovered during a search of a rented property in the Manorhamilton area on Tuesday night.…

Apr 17, 2019

Former Councillor added to Fine Gael ticket in Claremorris Municipal District in local elections

Former Mayo County Councillor Michael Burke has been added to the Fine Gael ticket in the Claremorris electoral area to contest the local elections next month. Michael will be contesting in the Ballinrobe town and South Mayo area to try and win back a seat…

Apr 17, 2019

Some people know more about burial of children in Tuam, says Minister Zappone

Some people know more about the burial of children at the former Mother and Baby Home in Tuam than was provided to a Government investigation - that's according to the Minister for Children Katherine Zappone who has today published the fifth interim report…

Apr 17, 2019

Mayo Senator welcomes €3 million being set aside for projects to combat loneliness

The Government is to launch a €3 million mental health fund, to provide grants to community organisations to help combat loneliness. The Minister of State for Mental Health Jim Daly has secured the funding, separate from the HSE's mental health budget, for…

Apr 17, 2019

Work underway on road safety measures at two Westport primary schools

Work has started this week on a pedestrian crossing and traffic calming measures on the Newport Road in Westport, which will benefit children attending the Holy Trinity and Scoil Phadraig National Schools. Westport-based Fianna Fail Councillor Brendan Mulroy…

Apr 17, 2019

Man denies murdering Galway woman who was stabbed at her north London home

A man accused of killing a retired civil servant - who was found bound, gagged and stabbed to death in her home in London - has denied her murder. 55-year old Catherine Burke, who was originally from Co Galway, was found dead at her north London home after…

Apr 17, 2019

Alterations this Easter weekend on Mayo and Galway rail services

Passengers travelling by rail this weekend can expect some disruption to services, due to track and construction works. The Westport and Galway services to Dublin have a number of alterations over Easter, due to the construction of an underpass on the Athlone…

Apr 17, 2019

Fifth interim report on Mother & Baby Homes to be published today

The fifth interim report on Mother and Baby Homes is expected to focus on burial arrangements for the women and children who died in the institutions. The report from the Mother and Baby Homes Commission was brought to cabinet by Children's Minister Katherine…

Apr 16, 2019

Cabinet approves legislation to allow islanders vote on same day as mainland

Cabinet Ministers have approved legislation to allow people living on islands to vote on the same day as the mainland. Islands off the Mayo, Galway and Donegal coasts usually vote two days before the rest of the country in elections and referenda. The…

Apr 16, 2019

Mayo surgeon honoured at NUI Galway annual alumni awards

A Mayo surgeon was honoured at the 20th NUI Galway Annual Alumni Awards over the weekend. Dr Ronan Waldron, consultant surgeon at Mayo University Hospital received the alumni award for Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences at the awards ceremony, which was held…

Apr 16, 2019

CE supervisors to strike for 5 consecutive days next month in row over pensions

Community employment supervisors will strike for 5 days next month, in a row with the Government over pensions. The SIPTU and Forsa trade union members will engage in 5 consecutive days of strike action, starting on Monday May 13th. The escalation of…

Apr 16, 2019

Mayo Sinn Féin Senator critical of the Government for further delay to the National Broadband Plan

The government's facing further criticism for the delay to the National Broadband Plan. Yesterday the Communications Minister Richard Bruton confirmed a decision won't be taken this week as had been expected. The final and sole tender for the project - to…

Apr 16, 2019

IFA calls on Government to deliver on its Fair Deal commitment for farmers

Farmers from across the country are taking part in an IFA protest today outside the Department of Health in Dublin, in relation to the Fair Deal nursing home scheme. The IFA is calling on the Government to deliver on its commitment to introduce a three-year…

Apr 16, 2019

Gardai in Roscommon want clarification from the Commissioner on their role in home evictions

The Garda Commissioner is being called on to clarify the role of Gardaí attending court-ordered evictions. Mid-ranking Gardaí in Roscommon are to ask Drew Harris to set out a clear policy on the matter when he attends the annual conference of the AGSI in…

Apr 16, 2019

IFA to protest in Dublin today over Fair Deal Scheme for farm families

Concern is mounting over the rising cost of funding the Fair Deal for nursing home care, as demand for the scheme soars. According to today's Irish Independent, state spending on the scheme is expected to hit €1bn this year – and the HSE has acknowledged it…

Apr 16, 2019

A report into burial practices at mother and baby homes is to be brought before Cabinet this morning

A report into burial practices at mother and baby homes is to be brought before Cabinet this morning. The Irish Times reports that it's expected to focus on burial arrangements made for women and children who died while living in the institutions. The fifth…

Apr 15, 2019

17 European Election candidates declared for the Midlands-Northwest Constituency

The ballots are set for May's European elections. Almost 60 candidates are running for 13 seats in the European Parliament. The vast constituency of Midlands-North West, which stretches from Donegal to Kildare, will be contested by 17 candidates. The sitting…

Apr 15, 2019

Five people hospitalised following road collision in Kilkerrin, Co. Galway

Five people have been hospitalised following a crash in Co. Galway. The two-vehicle collision happened at 8:20am this morning at Castletown Cross, Kilkerrin. Two men and three women were taken by ambulance to University Hospital Galway, where their conditions…

Apr 15, 2019

Major water leak in Galway city continues to cause disruption

Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway City Council, is carrying out repairs to a major water leak on the Headford Road, outside Galway city today. Repairs are expected to take all day and traffic management is in place. Motorists travelling in the…

Apr 15, 2019

Councillor condemns Mayo County Council's action in removing Memorial to Joe Deacy

“Mayo county council should hang its head in shame for the way it removed the memorial along the N5 that had been erected in memory of the late Joe Deacy”. That was the clear view expressed by independent Ballina councillor Gerry Ginty at the monthly meeting…

Apr 15, 2019

Pupil Numbers in Mayo Primary Schools are declining

Pupil numbers in primary schools in several rural counties have fallen this year while pressure for places is piling up in the Greater Dublin Area. The growing divide in where young families are settling comes into sharp focus in a Department of Education…

Apr 15, 2019

Three million euro fund announced for creche and child minders who sign up to National Childcare Scheme

Children's Minister Katherine Zappone has announced a three million euro fund for creches and child-minders who sign up to the new National Childcare Scheme. It will allow them to purchase ICT support to help record and report on children's attendance.…

Apr 15, 2019

Status Yellow Wind Warning for counties Mayo and Galway remains in place until 7pm this evening

There is a Status Yellow - Wind warning in operation today for counties Mayo, Galway, Mayo, Donegal, Cork and Kerry Strong and gusty southeast winds expected throughout the day. Means speeds of 50 to 65kmh with gusts of 90 to 110km/h, strongest in coastal…

Apr 15, 2019

AGSI want clearer rules for gardai called in by sheriff when carrying out evictions

Clearer rules for Garda members being called in by the sheriff when carrying out evictions must be drawn up by Garda Commissioner Drew Harris, Garda sergeants and inspectors believe. The force’s middle managers in the Roscommon Garda division, where a…

Apr 15, 2019

Cathaoirleach presented with the Dr John Kennedy,CBE,Irish Diaspora International Award

Tributes were paid to Councillor Blackie Gavin, Cathaoirleach of Mayo County Council, at a function in Castlebar Celtic clubhouse at the weekend. Cllr Gavin was presented with the Dr. John Kennedy , CBE, Irish Diaspora International Award in recognition of…

Apr 14, 2019

Most of the country under status yellow wind warning

Most of the country is now under a status yellow wind warning. Counties along the West, East, North and South can expect gusts of up to 100 kilometres an hour. A status orange rainfall warning remains in place for Cork and Waterford until 6pm tomorrow.

Apr 14, 2019

Mayo Senator calling for investigation into prices being paid by meat factories to farmers for beef

A Mayo Senator is calling for an investigation into the prices being paid by meat factories to farmers for beef. Sinn Fein Senator Rose Conway Walsh has called for an investigation into whether or not a cartel is in operation by a small number of factories.…

Apr 14, 2019

Former Galway Senator to contest upcoming European elections in Midlands-Northwest constituency

A former Galway Senator is to contest the upcoming European elections in the Midlands North West constituency. Fidelma Healy Eames was a Senator between 2007 and 2016 but failed to get elected to the Dail on a number of occasions. She announced in 2016 that…

Apr 14, 2019

Mayo County Council will be introducing several ‘greening’ elements to this year’s Mayo Day event at the National Museum of Ireland, Country Life, in Turlough House

Mayo County Council will be introducing several ‘greening’ elements to this year’s Mayo Day event at the National Museum of Ireland, Country Life, in Turlough House on Saturday May 4th. ‘The Mayo Word’ is a fun, free, family event which is celebrating the…

Apr 13, 2019

Volunteer lifeboat crews from Aran Islands and Galway RNLI participated in a multi-agency training exercise on Galway Bay this week

Volunteer lifeboat crews from the Aran Islands and Galway RNLI participated in a multi-agency training exercise on Galway Bay this week. The all-weather lifeboat from Aran Islands RNLI and the inshore lifeboat from Galway Bay RNLI were among the many…

Apr 13, 2019

Status yellow rain warning issued for counties in the west for this evening

A status yellow rain warning has been issued for counties in the South and West of the country for this evening. This follows a status yellow wind warning that is already in place for Donegal, Galway, Mayo and Kerry. Met Éireann says these conditions will…

Apr 13, 2019

Fine Gael selects Ballaghaderreen based Senator to contest next General Election in Roscommon-Galway constituency

Fine Gael has selected Ballaghaderreen based Senator Maura Hopkins to contest the next General Election for the party in the Roscommon-Galway constituency. The convention took place at Gleeson’s in Roscommon town last night. Two names went forward for…

Apr 13, 2019

Three centres identified in Ballycroy, Achill and Belderrig for new broadband connection point ahead of National Broadband Plan

Councillor Teresa Whelan, who is a representative on Mayo Enterprise and Development SPC, along with Mayo Broadband Officer Stephen Carolan have identified Ballycroy Community Centre, Keel Community Centre in Achill and Belderrig Community Centre as the 3…

Apr 13, 2019

TII carries out audit of junctions along the N17 between Claremorris and Charlestown

Transport Infrastructure Ireland has carried out an audit of junctions along the N17 between Claremorris and Charlestown and a number of safety works will be undertaken along the route over the next number of months. That was confirmed by Council Engineer…

Apr 12, 2019

HSE Community Healthcare West Chief Officer says no decision has yet been taken on where residents of the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea will be moved to

The HSE Community Healthcare West Chief Officer says no decision has yet been taken on where residents of the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea will be moved to. Tony Canavan was speaking to Midwest News today following the news earlier this week that the unit will…

Apr 12, 2019

Man in his 40's charged in connection with discovery of drone and drugs in car next to Castlerea Prison yesterday morning

A man in his 40s has been charged in connection with the discovery of a drone and drugs in a car next to Castlerea prison in Co. Roscommon yesterday morning. Garda found two mobiles, a smart watch, around 440 tablets and cannabis herb along with a drone which…

Apr 12, 2019

Death has taken place today of legendary Mayo GAA supporter John Durcan, aka St Patrick

The death has taken place today of legendary Mayo GAA supporter John Durcan. John, who was 75, was known at St Patrick, having attended Mayo games over the years dressed as Ireland’s patron saint. According to the Mayo News John was an army veteran and served…

Apr 12, 2019

New state of the art gym opens to the public today at Lough Lannagh Leisure Complex

A new state of the art gym opens to the public today at the 11 million euro Lough Lannagh Leisure Complex in Castlebar. The Mayo county council facility, opened its doors to the public last Friday with new 25 meter, 8 lane swimming pool opened first, and the…

Apr 12, 2019

Councillor says there's an urgency in the rollout of the National Broadband Plan in Erris

There was a packed meeting in Bangor last night to discuss the roll out of broadband in the region. Details of the long awaited National Broadband Plan were to be published last week, but it now looks like next week before they are available. Stephen…

Apr 12, 2019

The Marine Institute's Research Facility in Furnace in Newport will hold an Open Day this Sunday

The Marine Institute's Research Facility in Furnace in Newport has had its doors open to primary school students this week, and will hold an Open Day this Sunday from 11am to 4pm. Students have been taking to scientists and viewing the freshwater hatchery and…

Apr 12, 2019

Mayo Renewable Power must submit a fresh application to the Energy Regulator now, according to Senator Mulherin

The only way forward now for the long stalled Mayo Renewable Power plant in Killala to go ahead, is for the promoters to decide to submit a new application to the Energy Regulator (the Commission for the Regulation of Utilities ) for their development. Mayo…

Apr 12, 2019

Local election candidate expresses concerns about the Derrywash Road, Castlebar

Mayo county council needs to urgently address the state of the Derrywash road outside Castlebar (L1710), according to local election candidate Harry Barret. The Independent contender claims that the road that connects the N84 to the N5 – is increasingly being…

Apr 12, 2019

Election candidate offers potential solution to traffic congestion at the Font Junction in Ballina

Traffic entering Ballina from the Foxford side is continually backed up as it approaches the Font junction, and according to Independent candidate in Ballina , Willie Nolan, a few changes could be made to enhance the flow of traffic at this busy junction.…

Apr 12, 2019

Minister opens second call for projects under the Rural Regeneration Fund

The Minister for Rural and Community Development, Michael Ring, has today launched the second call for proposals under the Government’s Rural Regeneration and Development Fund as part of Project Ireland 2040. Under Project Ireland 2040, the Rural Regeneration…

Apr 11, 2019

Two people arrested, drugs and drone seized near Castlerea Prison

A man and woman were arrested in Castlerea this morning as Gardai seized controlled drugs, a drone and a number of other items. At about 11am this morning, Gardai stopped and searched a car at Harristown -adjacent to Castlerea Prison. During the course of the…

Apr 11, 2019

Peter Casey enters European election race, after registering his candidacy in Castlebar

Businessman Peter Casey is to contest the European elections in the Midlands-Northwest constituency, after registering his candidacy at Castlebar courthouse this afternoon. Launching his campaign, the independent candidate said he would be "the voice for…

Apr 11, 2019

Mayo TD welcomes Brexit extension, but warns that significant uncertainty remains

As EU leaders have agreed a Brexit extension until the end of October, Mayo TD Lisa Chambers has welcomed the extension, but has warned that significant uncertainty remains. Fianna Fail's Brexit spokesperson says an extension is much more preferable to a…

Apr 11, 2019

Book on Traveller culture written by Ballina children will be launched at Turlough museum tomorrow

A new book celebrating Traveller culture and identity-, which was written by Mayo children, will be launched tomorrow at the National Museum of Country Life in Turlough, Castlebar. The book was compiled by pupils of Scoil Íosa and Scoil Pádraig national…

Apr 11, 2019

Belcarra National School wins award in Green Schools Big Travel Challenge

A Mayo school was among eleven schools that won awards today at the Green Schools Big Travel Challenge ceremony in Dublin Zoo. During February, schools undertook the challenge to concentrate on one sustainable transport mode for two weeks, to see if they…

Apr 11, 2019

Outline planning permission secured for new €3m development of the 12th century Ballintubber Abbey

Outline planning permission has been secured for new three million euro development of the 12th century Ballintubber Abbey. The Ballintubber Abbey Development Project has ambitious plans to meet the needs of the increasing numbers of visitors and pilgrimages…

Apr 11, 2019

Mayo Senator calls for funding for three new group water schemes in the county

A Mayo Senator has called for funding for three new group water schemes in Mayo. Fine Gael Senator Michelle Mulherin says funding is urgently needed to fund new schemes in Downpatrick and Carrowmore in Ballycastle and Furmoyle in west Mayo. She raised the…

Apr 11, 2019

Mayo County Council need to deal with anti-social behaviour on council estates according to Cathaoirleach of Castlebar Municipal District

Abandoned vehicles parked on council property in local authority estates, windows in homes and cars being broken, and general anti social behavior is not acceptable and need to be immediately dealt with my Mayo county council. That’s the view of the…

Apr 11, 2019

Former Taoiseach Enda Kenny to take up first business-related role since stepping down as leader of the country

Former Taoiseach Enda Kenny is to take up his first business-related role since stepping down as leader of the country. The Mayo TD will be chairman of an advisory council for a private equity group that will invest in Ireland according to the Irish Times.…

Apr 11, 2019

Businessman Peter Casey to contest European elections in Midlands-Northwest Constituency

Businessman Peter Casey is to contest the European elections in the Midlands-North West Constituency according to today’s Irish Independent. The paper reports that he will run on a platform that seeks to change the immigration system and end the rural-urban…

Apr 11, 2019

Confirmation hearing today on appointment of former Mayo Person of the Year in Cleveland to position of new US Ambassador to Ireland

A confirmation hearing will take place today on the appointment of the new US Ambassador to Ireland. Mr Edward Crawford was Mayo Person of the Year in Cleveland in 2014. His connection to Mayo is not direct, it’s more to the Mayo Association in Cleveland.…

Apr 10, 2019

Castlebar based Professor Michael Diskin is the winner of the 2018 Teagasc Gold Medal

Castlebar based Professor Michael Diskin is the winner of the 2018 Teagasc Gold Medal. Professor Diskin is head of the Teagasc Animal and Bioscience Research dept and is also the sheep enterprise leader. He is the man at the helm of Teagasc Mellows Campus in…

Apr 10, 2019

Galway County Council being sued over alleged seizure and slaughter of horse

A man has sued Galway County Council over the alleged wrongful seizure and subsequent slaughter of a thoroughbred horse. Edward McDonagh, of Bóthar an Coiste, Headford Road, Galway, says he owned the stallion called Chief of Colours which was seized by the…

Apr 10, 2019

Man arrested following drugs seizure in Co Sligo

A man has been arrested after a drugs seizure in Co Sligo. Gardaí seized 4 kilos of cannabis herb, over 4,000 xanax tablets, and a quantity of cocaine, with a total estimated street value of 110,000 euro. The discovery was made after Gardaí searched a house…

Apr 10, 2019

HSE confirms Rosalie Unit in Castlerea is to close

The HSE has confirmed that the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea is to close. The unit accommodates 12 mostly elderly patients with Alzheimers and dementia, and there have been fears for some time that the HSE may close the facility, as there have been no new…

Apr 10, 2019

Announcement expected today on future of Rosalie Unit in Castlerea

It's expected an announcement will be made today on the future of the Rosalie Unit in Castlerea. The unit accommodates mostly elderly patients with Alzheimers and dementia, and there have been fears for some time that the HSE may close the facility, as there…

Apr 10, 2019

Petition launched calling for improvements to R319 in Achill

A petition has been launched in Achill, calling for the main Cashel to Achill Sound road - the R319 - to be upgraded - particularly three bridges located in the Cashel area. Locals say they're are causing problems for traffic, as the road is narrow and uneven…

Apr 10, 2019

Minister English launches manual on redeveloping empty commercial spaces as homes

A new manual is being launched today, outlining how vacant buildings in towns across the country could help to tackle the housing crisis. The junior Housing Minister Damien English will be in Athlone to launch the new manual, setting out how empty commercial…

Apr 10, 2019

Sixth day of strike action by PNA ambulance staff

Up to 500 ambulance workers nationally are planning to strike for a sixth day today. The strike action will run from 7am until 5pm - as part of their campaign to be represented by the Psychiatric Nurses Association. PNA ambulance branch members claim the HSE…

Apr 10, 2019

35 new jobs being created in Galway by financial services firm PwC

35 new jobs are being created in Galway by financial services firm PwC. Former Taoiseach Enda Kenny yesterday launched the company's new office at One Galway Central on Forster Street, which will allow PwC to double its workforce in the city over the next two…

Apr 09, 2019

Mayo TD says Health Minister still has questions to answer over smear test delays

The Minister for Health Simon Harris is due back before the Oireachtas Health Committee tomorrow (Wed) to answer questions on his decision to offer free smear tests last year, in the wake of the Cervical Check controversy. The Minister has come under…

Apr 09, 2019

Councillor welcomes householders take up of new Breaffy Public Sewerage Scheme

There has been a 75 percent take up by households in Breaffy, Castlebar to connect up to the new public sewerage scheme being provided by Irish Water. The high take up augers well for the completition of the final stages of the scheme, according to local Fine…

Apr 09, 2019

50 patients on trolleys today at Sligo University Hospital

The number of people on hospital trolleys has hit 631 today - the highest figure recorded so far this year. University Hospital Limerick is again the most over-crowded with 55 patients waiting on a bed. That's followed by 50 patients on trolleys at Sligo…

Apr 09, 2019

Separate "Swim" and "Gym" was the call of Castlebar councillors yesterday

A swim should be separate to the gym, was the call of councillors at the monthly meeting of Castlebar Municipal District yesterday, when the continuing controversy over the prices being charged for the public to use the new Lough Lannagh Leisure Complex,…

Apr 09, 2019

Old Glenisland to Castlebar road blocked this morning, close to Glenisland

Motorists are advised that the old Glenisland to Castlebar road is closed to traffic at present, close to Glenisland, as a lorry is blocking the road. It turned over on the road, earlier this morning. It is likely to take some time to have the lorry removed.

Apr 09, 2019

Gardai confirm elderly man and woman missing from Castlebar since yesterday located safe and well last night

An elderly man and woman missing since yesterday morning morning in Castlebar have been located safe and well. They had last been seen at Mayo University Hospital at about 11.15 yesterday morning – but gardai say they were located safe and well last night.

Apr 08, 2019

First day of on-street parking charges in Westport

Today marked the first day of the new on-street parking charges in Westport. Up to now, parking was free but restricted on the streets of the town, while there were charges in the town's car parks. From today on, motorists will have to purchase parking discs…

Apr 08, 2019

Castlebar Councillors to assist St John's Ambulance local branch to find permanent base

Castlebar Councillors have committed to assisting the local branch of St John's Ambulance to find a permanent base. Representatives from the Mayo division of St John's Ambulance made a presentation to councillors today at the monthly meeting of the Castlebar…

Apr 08, 2019

Westport photographer among winners at national awards

A Westport-based photographer won two awards last night at the Irish Professional Photographer and Videographer Association national awards. Michael McLaughlin won the overall press award for four images - including photos of the anniversary of the Rescue 116…

Apr 08, 2019

Vandalism at Glinsk GAA pitch over the weekend being investigated

An investigation is under way following vandalism over the weekend at the Glinsk GAA pitch in Co Galway. It appears a vehicle drove across the grass on Saturday night, leaving tyre tracks and cutting up part of the playing surface. It is thought the pitch…

Apr 08, 2019

39 patients on trolleys today at Sligo University Hospital - the second highest figure nationally

There are 548 people on trolleys at hospitals across the country today, according to the latest figures from the INMO. University Hospital Limerick is the most over-crowded with 61 patients waiting for a bed, followed by Sligo University Hospital with 39…

Apr 08, 2019

Roscommon TD calls for interim safety measures for stretches of the N5

A Roscommon TD is calling for interim safety measures to be put in place on stretches of the N5, following another serious collision in Tulsk last week. The issue was raised in the Dail by Fianna Fail TD Eugene Murphy, who says people along living in towns…

Apr 08, 2019

Donegal Gardai pay tribute to Mayo native Robert McCallion ten years after his death

Donegal Gardaí have paid a tribute to their late colleague Robert McCallion on the 10th anniversary of his death. Garda McCallion, a native of Swinford in Co Mayo who was based in Letterkenny, was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle while…

Apr 08, 2019

Rural Funds among the casualties as government try to address the overrun at the new National Childrens Hospital

It's emerged senior government officials have raised serious concerns about tens of millions of euro in cuts to make up for cost over-runs at the National Children's Hospital. The Irish Times reports that rural funds, flood risk management, roads and higher…

Apr 08, 2019

Business in Charlestown takes a hit during Irish Water Contract, according to councillor

A number of business in Charlestown have been hit with a 50 percent drop in sales over the past two months as Irish Water is carrying out extensive works in the town. That’s according to Sinn Fein councillor Gerry Murray. The councillor raised his concerns…

Apr 08, 2019

People don't have an 'absolute right' to have their name spelled with a “fada”, according to the data watchdog

People don't have an 'absolute right' to have their name spelled with a “fada”, according to the data watchdog. A man who was being treated for cancer at University Hospital Galway had complained to the Data Protection Commission after the hospital said it…

Apr 07, 2019

Minister Ring allocates €10,000 for Mayo Adventure Experience, Castlebar

LEADER funding of €10,000 has been announced for Mayo Adventure Experience, based in Castlebar. The Minister for Rural & Community Development Michael Ring has allocated just over €10,000 funding for Mayo Adventure Experience, located on the shores of Lough…

Apr 07, 2019

Galway West TD claims lack of decentralisation and broadband blocking jobs growth in the West

A Galway TD is calling on the Government to recommence the decentralisation of jobs to rural Ireland. Galway West Fianna Fail TD Eamon O'Cuiv says the previous decentralisation programme managed to relocate 3,500 jobs, but the programme did not continue as…

Apr 07, 2019

Gardai seek witnesses following incident outside house in Ballinrobe last night

Gardai are seeking witnesses following an incident outside a house in Ballinrobe last night. The incident took place at a house on New Street at about 10pm. Gardai are asking anyone who noticed anything suspicious in the area between 9.30 and 11pm to come…

Apr 07, 2019

Ballinrobe Councillor calls for urgent installation of traffic lights at two junctions in the town

Traffic lights need to be installed as quickly as possible at two junctions in Ballinrobe, according to local Fianna Fail Councillor Damien Ryan. These are among the recommendations in the long-awaited traffic management plan for Ballinrobe, which is now…

Apr 07, 2019

Anyone using pesticides should be careful when spraying, to protect drinking water sources

Farmers and others using pesticides are being urged to use best practice when spraying, to protect the region's drinking water. Irish Water has confirmed that exceedances in pesticides are on the increase across Co Mayo, with exceedances detected during last…

Apr 07, 2019

Rally against homelessness takes place in Galway tomorrow

A major rally against homelessness will take place in Galway tomorrow. The Raise the Roof rally will take place in Eyre Square at 1pm on Monday, and will see trade unions, political parties, housing agencies, community groups, women's groups and student…

Apr 07, 2019

Minister of State says An Taisce over-stepped the mark on Green Schools pack

Galway East TD and Minister of State Séan Canney has got involved in the row over the Green Schools teaching resource pack, which encourages schoolchildren to reduce their meat and dairy intake, and introduce Meatless Mondays. The issue was raised during the…

Apr 06, 2019

Eight Mayo students qualify for national Student Enterprise programme

Eight teenage entrepreneurs from three Mayo schools will represent the county at the Student Enterprise Programme national finals in Croke Park next month. Every September, students are encouraged to research, set up and run their own real-world business…

Apr 06, 2019

Senator makes case for funding for St Angela's College in Sligo in the Seanad this week

The need for funding to expand St Angela's College in Sligo was highlighted in the Seanad this week by Roscommon-based Senator Frank Feighan. He pointed out that St Angela's is the only home economics college in the country, and said the need for capital…

Apr 06, 2019

The ED at MUH continues to be busy is the response of Saolta to back-up of seven ambulances at MUH last Thursday night

The Emergency Department at Mayo University Hospital continues to be extremely busy, is the explanation provided by Saolta Hospital group in response to a Midwest News query yesterday on the line up on Thursday night last of seven ambulances with patients and…

Apr 06, 2019

Andy Moran says that Castlebar is developing as an unrivalled Sports Hub for the province

The new 11 million euro Leisure Complex at Lough Lannagh in Castlebar opened to the public yesterday. The complex, built by Mayo county council, comprises of an eight-lane competitive 25 meter swimming pool, a learning pool, a gym and aerobics studios, steam…

Apr 06, 2019

IFA President again calls for An Taisce produced Green School packs to be withdrawn or amended

IFA President Joe Healy insists that there is mounting farmer anger that the Environment Minister Richard Bruton would support a call for teenagers to consume less meat and dairy product and he has again called for the withdrawal of a new on line Green…

Apr 06, 2019

Tributes paid to the late Sligo county councillor Margaret Gormley

The Mayor of Sligo has expressed his and the local authority’s condolences to the family of the late councillor Margaret Gormley. Margaret passed away yesterday morning. Mayor Martin Baker says the Gormley family connection with Sligo County Council goes back…

Apr 05, 2019

Road closed at Tooreen as truck has overturned

A truck has overturned in Tooreen close to the Ave Maria Nursing Home and the road is currently closed to traffic. Emergency services are at the scene and diversions are in place.

Apr 05, 2019

Keywest to headline Mayo Day 2019 Festivities

Mayo County Council have announced Irish band Keywest as headliners of the music stage at this year’s Mayo Day Festivities at the Museum of Country Life, Turlough, Co. Mayo, on Mayo Day, Saturday, May 4th. Keywest is a multi-award winning, multi-platinum…

Apr 05, 2019

Sinn Fein President Mary Lou McDonald in Mayo today for a number of engagements

Sinn Féin Party President Mary Lou McDonald is in Mayo today to fulfil a number of engagements in Claremorris and Castlebar. She will meet with businesses, organisations, campaign groups and families to discuss challenges they are facing and propose…

Apr 05, 2019

Mayo TD Dara Calleary appointed Fianna Fáil Director for Local Elections

Fianna Fáil TD for Mayo Dara Calleary has been appointed Fianna Fáil Director for Local Elections by Party Leader Michéal Martin TD. Deputy Calleary will have responsibility for the local election candidates across all constituencies as they contest the local…

Apr 05, 2019

Glenammaddy community work together to complete new home for couple who lost their house in a fire last month

A French couple whose Co Galway cottage was destroyed in a fire last month have moved into a new home built by the local community. Melanie and Jeremy Zanni say they are overwhelmed by the generosity of tradesmen who worked around the clock to construct the…

Apr 05, 2019

The death has occurred of Sligo Independent councillor Margaret Gormley

The death has occurred of Sligo county councillor Margaret Gormley. The long serving Independent councillor was co-opted to the local authority in 1980 . She was first elected in 1985 and served as Cathaoirleach in 2004. In her almost 40 years on Sligo county…

Apr 05, 2019

Councillor angry as seven ambulances backed up at MUH last night as patients awaited admission to ED

There were seven ambulances with patients lined up outside Mayo University Hospital in Castlebar last night, as ambulance staff awaited the admittance of their patients to the Emergency Dept of the hospital. That’s according to Castlebar Independent…

Apr 05, 2019

New 11 million euro Leisure Complex in Castlebar opens to the public today

Mayo County Council has issued a comprehensive price list for use of the new 11 million euro Leisure Complex at Lough Lannagh in Castlebar, which is open to the public today. The complex comprises an eight-lane competitive swimming pool, toddler learning…

Apr 05, 2019

Minister not for turning on controversial online Green Schools pack promoting discussion on the consumption of meat and dairy

The Minister for Communications Climate Action and the Environment Richard Bruton is in Mayo today for a number of official engagements. This morning Minister Bruton is at GMIT in Castlebar hosting a Climate Action Forum The Minister is not for turning on the…

Apr 04, 2019

Dead sperm whale beached at Streedagh, Co Sligo

A team from the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group is examining a dead sperm whale which has beached at Streedagh in Co Sligo. The whale, which is about 12 metres long, is one of three which washed ashore from counties Galway to Donegal in the past week. A…

Apr 04, 2019

Minister Richard Bruton to visit Castlebar and Kiltimagh tomorrow

The Minister for Communications, Climate Action & the Environment Richard Bruton will visit Co Mayo tomorrow for a number of engagements. Tomorrow morning, Minister Bruton will host a Climate Action Forum at the Mayo campus of GMIT. He will also visit Áras an…

Apr 04, 2019

Disposable income of people in Mayo below national average

People living in Mayo have an average disposable income of €17,650 , according to figures from the CSO. The figures show the gap between Dublin and the rest of the country widened, as those living in the capital enjoy disposable income levels well above the…

Apr 04, 2019

Gardai appeal for witnesses following collision in Castlebar last week

Castlebar Gardai are appealing for witnesses following a road collision this day last week. The collision occurred on Rathbawn Road, Castlebar on Thursday last between 7 and 7.30 am when a male cyclist was injured. Gardai say the man was taken to hospital…

Apr 04, 2019

Mayo IFA Chairman calls on Minister to have Green School pack by An Taisce promoting the reduction of consumption of meat and dairy withdrawn from schools

The Chairman of Mayo IFA Martin Gilvarry, with the IFA President Joe Healy,is calling on Minister Richard Bruton to immediately withdraw the Green Schools teacher resource pack, produced by An Taisce, which encourages students to eat less meat and dairy. The…

Apr 04, 2019

Failte Ireland invites tourism interests to attend workshops on boosting tourism in Clew Bay

Failte Ireland is inviting local tourism businesses and community groups, and anyone interested in tourism in the Clew Bay area, to take part in a series of workshops running in the county from next week, from the 9th to the 16th of April. The workshops will…

Apr 04, 2019

Man jailed for 9 months for assault causing harm to his wife in Co Galway

A 39-year old man has been jailed for 9 months for assault causing harm to his wife in Co Galway last year. Judge Patrick Durcan said the husband had carried out a "horrible" assault on his wife in front of their children. He said the children would be…

Apr 04, 2019

Castlebar author Sally Rooney shortlisted for 2019 International Dublin Literary Award

Castlebar author Sally Rooney has been shortlisted for the 2019 International Dublin Literary Award. Her debut novel "Conversations with Friends" has made the 10-strong shortlist for the €100,000 prize - which is the world's most lucrative literary prize for…

Apr 04, 2019

60 patients on trolleys at University Hospital Galway

There are 60 patients on trolleys today at University Hospital Galway which is the second highest in the country. That’s according to the latest trolley watch from the INMO which shows there are 531 waiting for admission to a bed nationally. Meanwhile, there…

Apr 04, 2019

Galway author's novel banned by the Irish State 80 years ago is to be relaunched in Galway library next week

The Liam & Tom O’Flaherty Society will officially launch Liam O’Flaherty’s long out-of-print novel “Hollywood Cemetery” by Nuascéalta publishers, next week, over eighty years after it was banned by the Irish state. Filmmaker Bob Quinn will launch the novel at…

Apr 04, 2019

Claremorris Councillor raises concern that the bins at St. Colman’s Cemetery are being abused by people using it to dispose of household rubbish which he feels is not good enough

Concern has been expressed at the amount of litter in the Claremorris area. Local Fine Gael Councillor Tom Connolly says there is a particular problem at St. Colman’s Cemetery in Claremorris where people are disposing of household rubbish in to bin which is…

Apr 04, 2019

INMO recommends nurses vote to accept Labour Court Proposals

The INMO is to begin balloting members next week on proposals aimed at resolving issues around the recent nurses strike. It's after the Labour Court ruled again yesterday on disputed parts of the deal. The INMO says there's no reason to fear the contract on…

Apr 03, 2019

Galway County Councillor Michael "Stroke" Fahy has died after a short illness

Galway County Councillor Michael "Stroke" Fahy has died. The Ardrahan-based public representative who was in his late 70's was first elected to Galway County Council in 1979 and successfully defended his seat for four decades - having been re-elected in…

Apr 03, 2019

Two Charlestown brothers will see their first film released in Irish cinemas from this Friday

Two Mayo brothers will see their first film "The Limit Of" being released in Irish cinemas from this Friday. Alan and Anthony Mulligan from Charlestown are behind the film, which premiered to a standing ovation at the Galway Film Fleadh and has won awards at…

Apr 03, 2019

Mayo Mountain Rescue Team assists man on Croagh Patrick

The Mayo Mountain Rescue Team was called out yesterday evening to assist a man suffering from suspected chest pain on Croagh Patrick. The team responded to a call from Gardai at about 5.40 pm to assist the casualty on the upper cone section of the Reek. The…

Apr 03, 2019

Mayo TD calls for commuter train service between Claremorris and Galway

Irish Rail should consider running a commuter service between Claremorris and Galway, along the Western Rail Corridor. That's according to Mayo Fianna Fail TD Lisa Chambers, who believes the demand is there for such a service between Mayo and Galway. This was…

Apr 03, 2019

Minor road collisions this morning on N5 near Bohola, and at Church Road, Ballina

Emergency services are attending the scene of a minor road collision on the N5 near Bohola. The single-vehicle crash occurred on the Castlebar side of Bohola village a short time ago. Gardai say no one sustained serious injuries in the collision, and there…

Apr 03, 2019

Energy Regulator to meet with Mayo Power plant promoters next week amid concerns over viability of Killala plant

The Energy Regulator has agreed to meet with the promoters of the Mayo Power plant in Killala next week, amid concerns about the financial viability of the new power station. This follows an appearance by representatives from the energy regulator before the…

Apr 03, 2019

New car sales in Mayo so far this year down almost 9%

Car sales in Co Mayo so far this year are down almost 9% on this time last year. Latest figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry shows total new car registrations for Co Mayo to date in 2019 are 1,182 - down from 1,291 this time last year -that's…

Apr 03, 2019

Sentencing adjourned in case of man who admitted theft of catering equipment from Castlebar takeaway

A Mayo businessman says he was left in “severe physical, mental and financial stress” after three men stole over €10,000 worth of catering equipment from his premises. The claim was made in a victim impact statement by Gerry Hughes , which was read out during…

Apr 03, 2019

Gardai release two people without charge following investigation into illegal money lending in Sligo

Gardai have released two people from custody following an investigation into illegal money lending in Sligo. A 42 year-old man and a woman aged 40 were arrested yesterday and detained for questioning at Ballymote and Carrick on Shannon Garda stations. They…

Apr 02, 2019

Castlebar election candidate concerned at delay in renovating historic Imperial Hotel in the town centre

Mayo County Council and the OPW should be ashamed at the failure to renovate the Imperial Hotel in Castlebar's town centre. That's according to Independent local election candidate Harry Barrett, who says the Imperial Hotel on The Mall was where the Land…

Apr 02, 2019

Status yellow snow-ice warning issued for Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim

Another status yellow snow-ice warning has been issued - this time for the 5 counties of Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and Wicklow. The warning comes in to effect from 10 o'clock tonight until 11am tomorrow morning. Met Eireann says there will be icy…

Apr 02, 2019

Three people arrested in Co Sligo as part of investigation into illegal money lending

3 people including a teenager, have been arrested as part of an investigation into illegal money lending in Co. Sligo. A 46 year old man and 42 year old woman were arrested today on suspicion of extortion and are currently detained at Ballymote and Carrick on…

Apr 02, 2019

Funeral confirmed for Mulranny man who died in collision on Sunday

Funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the Mulranny man who died in a road collision on Sunday evening. 64-year old Padraig Doherty from Géata, Mulranny died in the single-vehicle crash on the N59 close to Mulranny, when his car left the road and…

Apr 02, 2019

Tributes paid at funeral Mass of Jimmy Corbett, Carnacon

Warm tributes were paid at his funeral Mass in Carnacon this afternoon to Jimmy Corbett, one of the country’s most successful ladies club football managers. Mr Corbett, who passed away at the weekend, co-managed the Carnacon senior team to 6 All-Irelands, 16…

Apr 02, 2019

Tourism buyers from 22 countries visit Mayo tourist attractions

Tourism buyers from 22 countries have toured the Wild Atlantic Way over the weekend, ahead of attending Meitheal - Ireland's largest tourism trade fair - which takes place today and tomorrow at the City West Hotel in Dublin. The group visited a number of…

Apr 02, 2019

Mayo’s Lisa Canny, Cronin and Hit Machine Drummers announced to perform on Mayo Day in Turlough

The theme of the 2019 Mayo Day on Saturday, the 4th of May, is The Mayo Word. The Mayo Word will be celebrated throughout the day, culminating in a flagship event taking place at the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life, Turlough . The first musical acts…

Apr 02, 2019

Galway 2020 today opened calls for communities to seek funding under its 2020 cultural programme

Galway 2020 has today opened a call for communities to develop a project for the cultural programme for Galway 2020, European Capital of Culture. Funding of €200,000 will be awarded by Galway 2020 across the successful community groups to create and deliver…

Apr 02, 2019

Oliver Browne of the The Neale to be honoured by a leading Irish community group in New Jersey ahead of Mayo's clash with New York

Oliver Browne a native of The Neale, now living in the US is to be honoured by a leading Irish community group in New Jersey on the night before Mayo play New York in Gaelic Park, New York. He was the goalkeeper on The Neale team that won the club’s only ever…

Apr 02, 2019

IFA confirms that the first batch of 130 appeals of the ANC Review has been sent to the Independent Panel

IFA Rural Development Chairman Joe Brady has said the first batch of 130 appeals of the ANC Review has been sent to the Independent Panel. The Panel was set up to deal with areas that were either taken out or those trying to get in for the first time. 1,500…

Apr 02, 2019

Ambulance workers are holding a fifth day of industrial action at stations across the country today, including Castlebar

Ambulance workers are holding a fifth day of industrial action at stations across the country today, including Castlebar. Members of the Psychiatric Nurses Association are on strike since 7 o'clock this morning and will remain on the picket line until 5pm…

Apr 02, 2019

Status Yellow Snow and Ice Warning in place until 1pm this afternoon

A status yellow snow and ice warning is in place for Connaught counties, together with counties Cavan, Monaghan, Donegal, Longford and Louth buntil 1pm this afternoon. Met Eireann is advising of falls of hail, sleet and some snow this morning, with some…

Apr 02, 2019

Galway councillor Frank Kearney confirms he will not contest the upcoming local elections

Fine Gael councillor in Galway, Frank Kearney has this morning announced that he has decided not to contest the upcoming local elections on May 24th. In a statement issued to Midwest News cllr Kearney says that following deep consideration, I have decided not…

Apr 02, 2019

Fine Gael election candidate in Castlebar asks Mayo County Council to re-think its pricing structure for new swimming pool

Mayo county council needs to look again at the prices it is charging people to access the wonderful new facilities at the new 25 meter pool at Lough Lannagh in Castlebar. That’s the view of Fine Gael candidate in Castlebar Donna Sheridan. An open day took…

Apr 01, 2019

Man who died in road collision near Mulranny is named

The man who died in yesterday evening’s road collision near Mulranny has been named. Padraig Doherty of Geata, Mulranny, who was in his 60s died in the single vehicle collision on the N59 between Mulranny and Ballycroy yesterday evening. A 12-year old boy who…

Apr 01, 2019

Funeral arrangements confirmed for man who died while fishing on Lough Mask

Funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the man who died while fishing on Lough Mask. The body of Sean Maloney of Church View, Ballinrobe was recovered on Saturday after an extensive search when he failed to return to shore after going out on the lake in…

Apr 01, 2019

Status yellow snow-ice warning has been issued for 10 counties including Connacht

A status yellow snow-ice warning has been issued for 10 counties. The warning will affect all of Connacht and counties Cavan, Monaghan, Donegal, Longford and Louth. It will come into effect from just after midnight and last until noon on Wednesday. Met…

Apr 01, 2019

150 bags of litter collected along Castlebar's N5 on Saturday last by Tidy Town volunteers

150 large black bags of rubbish was collected over a two hour period on Saturday last along a 7km stretch of the N5 between Castlebar and Turlough. Up to 30 volunteers, working with Castlebar Tidy Towns Committee undertook the extensive clean-up, wearing high…

Apr 01, 2019

N59 reopens following fatal collision near Mulranny

The N59 road has reopened between Mulranny and Ballycroy, following a fatal collision which claimed the life of a man in his 60's. The single vehicle crash occurred at about 7pm last evening near Mulranny. The driver - believed to be a local man - was…

Apr 01, 2019

Construction work starts on €3 million extension at St Louis Community School, Kiltimagh

Construction work has started on a €3 million extension at St Louis Community School in Kiltimagh. The works will see the addition of seven mainstream classrooms, new toilets, a multi-purpose hall and a resource room. Mayo FG Senator Michelle Mulherin has…

Apr 01, 2019

Marian Harkin announces she will not contest European elections in May

Independent MEP Marian Harkin has announced she will not contest the European Parliament Elections in May. Marian Harkin is serving her third term as an MEP for the Midlands-Northwest constituency, having been elected in the European elections of 2004, 2009…

Apr 01, 2019

Ongoing dispute involving maintenance staff at Mayo hospital has resulted in some delays in getting maintenance work done, says HSE management

HSE management have acknowledged that an ongoing dispute involving maintenance staff at Mayo University Hospital has resulted in some delays in getting maintenance work done at the hospital. Maintenance staff have been engaged in unofficial industrial action…

Apr 01, 2019

Met Eireann warns of colder temperatures and heavy wintry showers

A colder spell is on the way - Met Éireann has warned that Ireland will bid farewell to the spell of recent warm sunshine as April opens with a dip in temperatures and some heavy wintry showers - and even a risk of snow flurries across higher ground. The…

Apr 01, 2019

€330,000 allocated for harbour developments in Westport & Lacken

Funding of €330,000 has been approved for harbour developments in Mayo. The funding will be used to assist Mayo County Council to undertake and complete development and repair projects on harbours and slipways. In Westport, €112,500 has been allocated for the…

Apr 01, 2019

Motorist fatally injured in collision on N59 Mulranny-Ballycroy road

A motorist has died following a road collision in Mayo last night. A section of the N59 in Mayo remains closed until later this morning as a result. The single vehicle collision occurred last night. Westport Gardai have confirmed that the driver died in the…

Mar 31, 2019

Minister announces details of online clinics to be held across the region to assist farmers with BPS and Transfer of Entitlements applications

The Minister for Agriculture has announced details of Online Clinics which will be held across the region in April, to assist farmers to submit their Basic Payment Scheme and Transfer of Entitlements applications online. Farmers can meet on a one-to-one basis…

Mar 31, 2019

It's emerged a medical lab that takes up to seven months to process smear tests for HSE has been fast-tracking results for private patients

It's emerged a medical lab that takes up to seven months to process smear tests for the HSE has been fast-tracking the results for private patients. MedLab in Sandyford has been able to turn around the cervical cancer tests in just two weeks for private…

Mar 31, 2019

Houses prices rise in Mayo according to latest Daft.ie survey

Housing prices nationally rose by 2.9% during the first three months of 2019, according to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report released today by Ireland’s largest property website, Daft.ie. The national average price in the first quarter of the year was…

Mar 31, 2019

Sinn Fein's popularity has plummeted by five points according to a new opinion poll

Sinn Fein's popularity has plummeted by five points according to a new opinion poll. It now leaves them 18 per cent behind leaders Fine Gael. After a promising surge in last month's poll, things seem to have changed dramatically for Sinn Fein. The latest Red…

Mar 31, 2019

Government Minister claims Garda enforcement of new drink driving laws is over the top

A government Minister claims Garda enforcement of new drink driving laws is over the top. Independent TD, Tuam native Finian M Grath's called on the Garda Commissioner to intervene. In an interview with the Sunday Independent the Disabilities Minister Finian…

Mar 30, 2019

Body recovered in search for missing fisherman on Lough Mask

A body has been recovered in the search for a missing fisherman on Lough Mask. A search was launched for a the local man in his 70’s when he failed to return to shore earlier this month after going out on the lake earlier in the day. The man’s boat was…

Mar 30, 2019

Extensive damage caused to communications room at new Garda regional headquarters in Galway following burst pipe

Extensive damage was caused to the communications room at the new Garda regional headquarters in Galway yesterday following a burst pipe according to RTE News. The full extent of the damage will be looked at over the weekend but it is reported that the…

Mar 30, 2019

Over 1,000 people expected to take part in Ireland West Airport charity 5k this evening

Over 1,000 people are expected to take part in the Ireland West Airport charity 5k runway run this evening. The event gets underway at 5pm, and all proceeds raised go towards the airport's three nominated charities for 2019 - Hope House, Croi and the Jack &…

Mar 30, 2019

More than €100,000 in funding confirmed for preservation and enhancement of Mayo heritage buildings

More than €100,000 in funding has been confirmed for preservation and enhancement of Mayo heritage buildings. The buildings and structures have been supported through funding announced by Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Josepha Madigan…

Mar 29, 2019

Winner of €500,000 Daily Millions ticket in Ballyhaunis from two weeks ago comes forward

It was a day to remember for a very lucky Mayo family who today picked up a cheque for €500,000 Daily Million Plus top prize at National Lottery HQ. As the elated group celebrated in the National Lottery Winners’ Room, the winning mother explained how her…

Mar 29, 2019

Farmers with any number of sheep or involved in any sector of farming can tax their vehicle commercially in Mayo

Farmers with any number of sheep or involved in any sector of farming can tax their vehicle commercially in Mayo. That was confirmed by Mulranny based Independent Councillor Michael Holmes, following a meeting this week with Peter Duggan Head of Finance with…

Mar 29, 2019

48 patients on trolleys at University Hospital Galway today

There are 48 patients on trolleys today at University Hospital Galway – the third highest figure in the country. According to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation there are 480 patients on trolleys nationwide – with 50 waiting for a bed in both Cork…

Mar 29, 2019

Fianna Fail TD expresses concern about report published yesterday on adult mental health unit at Mayo University Hospital

A Mayo Fianna Fail TD has expressed her concern that serious regulatory breaches and poor hygienic conditions were found at the adult mental health unit in Mayo University Hospital following an inspection by the Mental Health Commission. Deputy Lisa Chambers…

Mar 29, 2019

North East Roscommon Water Treatment Plant officially opened this morning

The North East Roscommon Water Treatment Plant was officially opened this morning. The investment from Irish Water and Roscommon County Council in this project totals €9.5m. It follows a long-term boil water notice on the supply, which affected over 7,600…

Mar 29, 2019

Modular orthopaedic theatres promised for Merlin Park Hospital will be further delayed by several months

The modular orthopaedic theatres promised for Merlin Park Hospital in Galway will be further delayed by several months, according to the HSE. The modular theatres were proposed to deal with the backlog of orthopaedic procedures, following the closure of two…

Mar 29, 2019

West Mayo Councillors to write to Minister Ross to try and bring in law to penalise people who fail to wear hi-viz clothing while walking

West Mayo Councillors have agreed to write to the Transport Minister Shane Ross to try and bring in a law to penalise people who fail to wear hi-visibility clothing while out walking. Fianna Fail Councillor Brendan Mulroy asked the SPC to get legal advice and…

Mar 29, 2019

Joint Committee on Climate Action has published its cross-party report

The Joint Committee on Climate Action has published its cross-party report. It reached agreement last night on a number of key climate issues and has recommended a series of carbon tax rises up to 2030. Other recommendations focus heavily on transport with…

Mar 29, 2019

Minister for Rural and Community Development Michael Ring will today participate in a series of local events in Mayo

Minister for Rural and Community Development Michael Ring will today participate in a series of local events in Mayo. At 11am, Minister Ring will plant a tree in Belleek Woods to mark National Tree Week 2019, which will officially kick off on Sunday 31 March…

Mar 28, 2019

Emergency services attend scene of industrial accident in Ballyhaunis

Emergency services attended the scene of an industrial accident today at Clare Road, Ballyhaunis. The air ambulance, ground ambulances, fire service and Gardai have been attending the scene this afternoon. It's understood the incident occurred at the Dawn…

Mar 28, 2019

Deadline approaching for households to connect to new Mayo sewerage schemes at discount fee

Irish Water in reminding householders in The Neale, Cross and Breaffy that the deadline is running out for the €1,000 connection fee. The new schemes are expected to go live shortly, and an incentivised offer of a €1,000 euro connection fee per house runs out…

Mar 28, 2019

Report shows areas of non-compliance at Adult Mental Health Unit at Mayo University Hospital

A number of regulatory breaches have been identified at an adult mental health unit in Co Mayo. The 32-bed facility at Mayo University Hospital in Castlebar, was found to have four critical risk ratings, following an inspection by the Mental Health Commission…

Mar 28, 2019

Ballina Gardai seize significant quantity of cannabis

Gardai in Ballina seized a significant quantity of cannabis yesterday. It followed a traffic checkpoint in the Slí Eachtra area of the town, and a follow-up search of a house in the Ballina area by local uniformed Gardai and members of the divisional drugs…

Mar 28, 2019

Castlebar Councillor asks HSE why they haven't made the public aware of outbreak of CPE at Mayo University Hospital

A Castlebar Councillor has asked the HSE why they haven’t made the public aware of an outbreak of the CPE superbug at Mayo University Hospital. Independent Councillor Michael Kilcoyne raised the matter at the recent HSE Regional Health Forum meeting this…

Mar 28, 2019

HSE reports sharp rise in number of cases of mumps following major outbreak of the illness in the north-west

The HSE has reported a sharp rise in the number of cases of mumps following a major outbreak of the illness in the north-west. A total of 18 cases of the contagious disease have been reported since Monday according to the Irish Independent. This brings the…

Mar 28, 2019

Death has taken place of former State Solicitor Liam MacHale from Ballina

The death has taken place of former State Solicitor Liam MacHale from Ballina. Mr MacHale had a law practice on Pearse Street in Ballina and served as State Solicitor for Mayo during his distinguished career. He is survived by his wife Jackie and family. Mr…

Mar 28, 2019

Mayo Senator voices support for NASRA members following protest at Leinster House

Ambulance personnel members of the Psychiatric Nurses Association (PNA) held a protest at Leinster House on Wednesday in their continuing campaign for their right to join, and be represented by the PNA as the union of their choice. Separately, PNA has…

Mar 28, 2019

Five cities across the country being given ideas on how to grow their region's economies in Galway today

Five cities across the country are being given ideas on how to grow their region's economies. The Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy's attending today's Galway Chamber Conference on Ireland's Cities in NUI Galway. Cork, Dublin, Limerick, Waterford and Galway will…

Mar 28, 2019

Mayo establishments honoured at Irish Hospitality Awards in Dublin this week

A number of Mayo establishments were awarded with Irish Hospitality Awards at a ceremony in Dublin on Monday night. Over 300 people gathered at the ceremony at the Crowne Plaza Dublin Airport Hotel. The winners are chosen by the public and are a reflection of…

Mar 27, 2019

No challenge lodged to planning permission for new bridge at Cloongullane on the N26 between Foxford and Swinford

It has been confirmed today that no challenge has been lodged to the planning permission for the new bridge at Cloongullane on the N26 between Foxford and Swinford. Planning permission was granted on December 21st for a new bridge at that location but there…

Mar 27, 2019

INHFA says Teagasc report on climate change shows that not all sectors of farming are equal and rural Ireland must not be unfairly penalised

Any environmental changes which will be required in the agricultural sector will cost money – and the bulk of the adjustments will have to be made by the dairy sector, according to director of Teagasc Professor Gerry Boyle. Professor Boyle was speaking after…

Mar 27, 2019

Turlough playground wins national landscape award

The new public playground on the grounds of the National Museum of Country Life in Turlough, Castlebar has won a national landscaping award. At the 2019 Landscape awards, which were presented at Titanic Belfast last Friday, Creative Play Solutions won a merit…

Mar 27, 2019

New parking charges will come into effect in Westport Town next week

New parking charges will come into effect in Westport town from next week. To date, on-street car parking in Westport has been free, but restricted to one hour, while there's a charge for the town's carparks. From next week, drivers will have to buy a…

Mar 27, 2019

Mayo Senator urges Government to sign-off on pyrite redress scheme

Mayo Senator Rose Conway-Walsh is calling on Fine Gael representatives in Mayo to apply pressure to their Cabinet colleagues to sign off on the pyrite redress scheme, as she says time is of the essence in order to facilitate necessary repairs. The Sinn Fein…

Mar 27, 2019

Cian's on Bridge Street in Westport named Best Restaurant in Mayo

Cian's on Bridge Street in Westport has been named the Best Restaurant in Mayo, while the award for Best Chef goes to Barry Ralph of the House of Plates in Castlebar. These were among the winners at the Irish Restaurant Awards regional final last night, which…

Mar 27, 2019

Towns can compete for part of new €15m fund being announced by Fáilte Ireland

Towns around the country will be able to compete for part of a new tourism fund of €15 million euro being announced today by Fáilte Ireland. The new scheme will allow local authorities nominate two towns in their area for funding of between 250 and 500…

Mar 27, 2019

Sligo man on trial for deceiving couple who agreed to buy two ponies

A Sligo man has gone on trial for deceiving a couple, who agreed to buy two ponies from him for their daughters. However, when the animals arrived in Majorca, where the family lived, it is alleged one of the ponies was a completely different animal to the one…

Mar 26, 2019

Claremorris Gardai warn of phone scam, with callers purporting to be from Revenue

Claremorris Gardai are advising the public of several reports of a scam where people are receiving telephone calls from persons purporting to be from Revenue, saying that they own money to revenue. Gardai are urging members of the public to be vigilant, and…

Mar 26, 2019

Sligo Councillor found in breach of code of conduct following SIPO investigation

Two Councillors have been found in breach of the code of conduct for Local Authority members, following an investigation by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Sligo Cllr Joe Queenan and Cllr John O'Donnell from Donegal were both found to have acted…

Mar 26, 2019

Council chief gives commitment that Castlerea Fire Station will reopen this year

Castlerea Fire Station looks set to reopen later this year. The Chief Executive of Roscommon County Council Eugene Cummins told councillors at yesterday's monthly meeting of the authority that he was fully committed to reopening the fire station in Castlerea…

Mar 26, 2019

41 patients waiting for beds today at both Sligo and Galway University Hospitals

The number of patients on trolleys at hospitals across the country today has risen to 617. Cork University Hospital is the worst affected, with 55 people awaiting a bed, according to the INMO. That's followed by 51 at University Hospital Limerick and 48 at…

Mar 26, 2019

Energy Regulator to appear before Oireachtas Committee next Tuesday to answer questions on Mayo Power plant

The future of the Mayo Power plant in Killala will come under the spotlight next Tuesday evening, as the Energy Regulator has agreed to come before the Oireachtas Committee on Communications, Climate Change and the Environment to answer questions on the…

Mar 26, 2019

Frustration expressed at the delay in delivering the Keem Bay Discovery Point in Achill as it’s emerged that a design team has yet to be put in place

An Achill based Councillor has voiced his frustration with the delay in delivering the Wild Atlantic Way Signature Discovery for Keem Bay. It was confirmed at yesterday’s Monthly meeting of the West Mayo Municipal District that the authority have yet to…

Mar 26, 2019

Sinn Fein Councillor hopeful of a positive development down the tracks regarding Broadband in the Erris Region

An information evening will take place in Bangor Erris on Thursday April 11th in relation to Broadband in the area. The event is being organised by Sinn Fein Cllr. Teresa Whelan along with Stephen Carolan who is the Broadband manager for County Mayo. Cllr.…

Mar 26, 2019

Man arrested in connection with an incident neat Strokestown last December has been released without charge

A man in his 50s has been released without charge after being arrested in connection with an incident in Strokestown, County Roscommon. A file will be prepared for the Director of Public Prosecutions. He was the seventh person to be arrested by gardai…

Mar 25, 2019

Inquest hears 50-year old chef was killed instantly in road collision near Mulranny last April

An inquest heard today that a 50-year-old head chef at a Mayo restaurant was killed instantly when his car crashed into an articulated low loader trailer. Brian Farren of Roskeen, Newport and formerly of Dalkey, Co. Dublin, had dropped his daughter to school…

Mar 25, 2019

Glenamaddy brothers top the Connacht Rich List

Glenamaddy natives Luke and Brian Comer have topped the rich list for Connacht in the latest Sunday Times Rich List. The list shows there are 225 millionaires from, or based in, the Republic of Ireland, and their total wealth is over €75 billion euro. Almost…

Mar 25, 2019

Over €3m provided for construction of 18 social houses in Co Roscommon village of Ballyleague

Over €3 million is to be provided for the construction of 18 new social houses in the Co Roscommon village of Ballyleague. That's according to Roscommon FG Senator Maura Hopkins, who says the Housing Minster Eoghan Murphy has approved over €3.1 million under…

Mar 25, 2019

GoBus to start Ballina-Galway route from 1st April, with creation of 10 new jobs in Ballina

GoBus is to start a new regional route, connecting Ballina and Galway city from the 1st April. The new route will create 10 new jobs in Ballina, according to GoBus, which is now celebrating 10 years in business. The company will operate 5 return services each…

Mar 25, 2019

Seventh person arrested following assault and criminal damage at farmhouse near Strokestown

A 7th person has been arrested as investigations continue into assault and criminal damage at a farmhouse near Strokestown last December. Gardai have confirmed that a man in his 50's was arrested this morning, and is being detained at Castlerea Garda Station…

Mar 25, 2019

Price of average 3-bed semi in Mayo rose by almost 5% in the past year

The price of an average 3-bed semi-detached house in Co Mayo rose by almost 5% in the past year to €160,000. That's according to the REA Average House Price survey published today, which shows that Mayo house prices were static in the first three months of…

Mar 25, 2019

Vandalism of defibrillator in Ballina highlights need for tougher sanctions for those responsible, says Erris Senator

Concerns have been expressed following the vandalism of a life-saving defibrillator in the Ballina area. The glass case cover of the defibrillator outside Heffernan's Supermarket in Ardnaree was smashed over the past fortnight, but has since been repaired and…

Mar 25, 2019

Nursing Unions and the HSE due before the Labour Court today

Nursing Unions and the HSE are due before the Labour Court today in a bid to resolve the dispute that led to a number of strike days last month. The two sides have failed to agree on a new contract which includes productivity measures for staff. Recruitment…

Mar 25, 2019

Plan to build 50 new social houses on the Foxford Road in Ballina looks to be in LIMBO

A plan to build 50 new social houses on the Foxford Road in Ballina seems to be in LIMBO - that's according to Independent Councillor Gerry Ginty, who says the Government is ready and willing to provide funding for social housing, but he claims the project is…

Mar 25, 2019

Gardai investigating fire to a derelict building in Ballina

Gardai in Ballina are investigating after a fire to a disused building in the town yesterday evening. Four units of Mayo Fire Service attended the scene of the blaze shortly after 4pm yesterday after reports of smoke coming from an old Warehouse on Connolly…

Mar 25, 2019

Motorists advised to expect delays in Headford from this morning as Road works get underway

Motorists are being advised to expect delays in Headford from this morning as roadworks get underway. The retexturing works – set to run daily until Friday – will take place on the N84 in the town between the hours of 9.30am and 6pm. A stop go system will be…

Mar 25, 2019

Castlebar Councillor asking if people in Mayo waiting a long period of time for Cataracts Operations can avail of the cross border programme

A Castlebar based Independent Councillor is asking if people in Mayo who are waiting a long period of time for Cataracts operations avail of the cross border programme to get the procedure carried out and receive re-imbursement from the HSE. Michael Kilcoyne…

Mar 24, 2019

Claremorris school teacher hoping to secure a council seat for Sinn Fein in local elections says she is disheartened with the present Government

A school teacher is hoping to secure a council seat for Sinn Fein in the Claremorris Electoral in the upcoming local elections. Natasha Warde from Claremorris who has a Degree in Sociology and Political Science says she has been approached on a number of…

Mar 24, 2019

Gardai advising people not to go out in smoke in Ballina area following fire at disused building

Gardai in Ballina are advising people in the Lord Edward street, Kevin Barry Street, town centre and Ardnaree areas to close all windows and doors and to avoid going outside due to smoke following a fire in disused building. Gardai say no other buildings are…

Mar 24, 2019

St Mary’s College in Ballisodare will remain open until the end of the academic year 2021/2022

St Mary’s College in Ballisodare will remain open until the end of the academic year 2021/2022. That was confirmed by the school principal on Friday last following a decision taken at a CEIST Board of Directors meeting on Thursday. The school had been due to…

Mar 24, 2019

Line painting works will be carried out in Bohernasup area of Ballina in coming weeks

Line painting works will be carried out in the Bohernasup area of Ballina in the coming weeks. Works were carried out by Irish Water in the area recently and local Councillor John O’Hara was in touch with Mayo County Council to repaint the lines on the roads…

Mar 24, 2019

Mayo County Council present Grand Marshal of New York St Patrick's Day parade with Foxford Woollen Mills Rug

Mayo County Council was delighted to present the Grand Marshal of the New York City St Patrick’s Day parade, Brian O’Dwyer, with an iconic Foxford Woollen Mills Michael Collins Rug at a function in New York on Friday March 15th. Brian O’Dwyer became the third…

Mar 24, 2019

Funding of over €3.3m allocated for 34 community organisations across Co Mayo

Funding of over €3.3 million has been allocated for 34 community organisations across Co Mayo. The funding has been announced by the Minister for Rural & Community Development Michael Ring under his Department's Community Services Programme for 2019, and will…

Mar 24, 2019

Government being accused of leaving young people in rural Ireland stranded without cars

The Government's being accused of leaving young people in rural Ireland stranded without cars. Fianna Fail's Transport Spokesperson says Minister Ross is forcing young people to wait months on end to get a driver's licence - after failing to hire enough…

Mar 23, 2019

Renua Ireland announce that Michael Farrington will contest local elections in Castlebar electoral area

Renua Ireland has announced that Kiltimagh-based businessman Michael Farrington will contest the upcoming local elections in the Castlebar electoral area Mr Farrington - who unsuccessfully contested the 2016 general election in Mayo - says Castlebar, as the…

Mar 23, 2019

Exhibition on women's experiences of rural electrification will run from July at National Museum of Country Life, Turlough

The National Museum of Ireland has revealed highlights of its programme of activities for 2019. Among the events confirmed are 5 temporary exhibitions this year and one of those is due to be based in the National Museum of Country Life, Turlough, Castlebar.…

Mar 23, 2019

Two men are due to appear in court this evening charged in connection with a robbery in Sligo on Thursday

Two men are due to appear in court this evening charged in connection with a robbery in Sligo on Thursday. At around midday on Thursday, two men armed with a knife and hammer entered a business at Deepwater Quay in Sligo. They threatened staff and demanded…

Mar 23, 2019

Minister for Finance effectively rules out general election this year

The Minister for Finance has effectively ruled out a general election this year. Paschal Donohue says he is already working on Budget 2020 for October and is confident it will pass. He was speaking at the Fine Gael National Conference in Wexford, where…

Mar 23, 2019

Transition Year students from Achill and Belmullet to compete at All-Ireland Finals of Udarás na Gaeltachta's Clár na gComhlachtaí competition

A new educational board game based on the Wild Atlantic Way, and a storage solution for boots are the businesses developed by Transition Year students from Achill and Belmullet, who are aiming to reach a European entrepreneurial final. The students from…

Mar 23, 2019

Public meeting on 'Brexit and the Worker' to be held in Galway on Monday evening

The Government must prepare now for any job losses or loss of working hours that could arise from Brexit, according to Labour European Parliament candidate Dominic Hannigan. Mr Hannigan was speaking ahead of public meeting entitled "Brexit and the Worker"…

Mar 22, 2019

Galway TD Anne Rabbitte added to the Fianna Fail ticket for the European Elections

TDs Billy Kelleher and Anne Rabbitte have been added to the Fianna Fáil ticket for the European elections. Deputy Kelleher will contest in Ireland South alongside Councillor Malcolm Byrne. While Anne Rabbitte will run in the Midlands North West constituency…

Mar 22, 2019

Local Election Candidate in the Ballina Electoral area questions why a specific number of sheep are needed in order to tax a commercial vehicle for agricultural use

A local election candidate in the Ballina Municipal District has questioned why a specific number of sheep are needed in order to tax a commercial vehicle for agricultural use. Fianna Fail candidate Eamon Moore was reacting after Mayo IFA met with the Mayo…

Mar 22, 2019

Bill on island voting takes step forward, says Eamon O'Cuiv

A new Bill which would allow voting on offshore islands to take place the same day as the mainland has taken a step forward. That's according to Galway West Fianna Fail TD Eamon O'Cuiv who introduced the Bill to the Dail. Minister of State for Local…

Mar 22, 2019

Ballina Councillor questions use of public money on footpath which was condition of planning for private developer

A Ballina Councillor is calling for senior officials of Mayo County Council to carry out an enquiry into why public monies were used to install at footpath on the Behy Road, which was a condition of planning for a developer in the area. Independent Councillor…

Mar 22, 2019

Ballina photographer wins international sports photography award

A Ballina-based photographer has won an international sports photography award. David Farrell won the award at the Federation of European Professional Photographers 2019 awards, announced in Austria, for a black & white image entitled "Battling for the…

Mar 22, 2019

Management at UHG apologise for long wait times in Emergency Department

University Hospital Galway tops the list of overcrowded hospitals today. According to the INMO, 468 patients are being treated on trolleys at hospitals across the country today, with 42 people waiting for a bed at UHG. Management at the hospital has admitted…

Mar 22, 2019

Man jailed for murdering Glenamaddy factory worker loses appeal against murder conviction

A man jailed for strangling a Glenamaddy factory worker to death almost eight years ago has lost an appeal against his conviction for murder. 33-year old Latvian national Andrejs Krauze of Dudley Heights, Glenamaddy, Co Galway had pleaded not guilty to…

Mar 22, 2019

People asked to support Daffodil Day to ensure Irish patients can benefit from new research

The Irish Cancer Society is calling on people to support Daffodil Day today, to ensure Irish patients can benefit from new research. Thousands of the organisation's volunteers will be shaking buckets across the country today and selling daffodils to raise…

Mar 22, 2019

Case taken by former postal sorting worker in Galway has been struck out

A High Court case taken by a former postal sorting worker in Galway has been struck out. 56-year old Claire Stephens - a married mother who worked in the Galway Mail Sorting office- claimed she was bullied over a number of years, with alleged gay rumours…

Mar 22, 2019

Missing Galway teenager located safe and well

A teenager who was reported missing in Galway has been found safe and well. 16-year old Stephen Furey who was last seen on Thursday, March 14th and Gardai issued an appeal yesterday for information on his whereabouts. It's been confirmed this morning that…

Mar 22, 2019

Mayo surgeon Dr Ronan Waldron to be honoured at NUI Galway 2019 Alumni Awards

Mayo surgeon Dr Ronan Waldron is to be honoured at the NUI Galway 2019 Alumni awards next month. Dr Waldon, a consultant surgeon at Mayo University Hospital and highly-respected clinical educator, graduated from Medicine at NUI Galway in 1976. At the 20th…

Mar 22, 2019

32,000 people in Mayo to see increase in social welfare payments over the coming week

Over 32,000 people in Mayo in receipt of social welfare supports will see an increase in their payment over the coming week. This follows the announcements in Budget 2019 to increase payments for pensioners, widows, single parents, those with a disability and…

Mar 22, 2019

Drugs worth €320,000 seized in Co Galway yesterday

Cannabis and cocaine with an estimated street value of €320,000 was seized in Co Galway yesterday. Gardai from the Divisional Drugs Unit along with local Gardai in Loughrea searched a house in East Galway yesterday morning, and recovered the drugs along with…

Mar 21, 2019

Foxford-Swinford road closed following collision at Callow

The Foxford to Swinford road is closed to traffic at present, following a collision. A 2-vehicle collision occurred earlier this evening outside Callow Church. Gardai say there were no serious injuries sustained in the crash, but the road is currently closed…

Mar 21, 2019

Gardai appeal for information on teenager missing from Galway city

Gardaí are appealing for information on a teenager missing from Galway city. 16 year old Stephen Furey was last seen on Thursday last, March 14th. He's described as being 5'8 in height, of slight build with short black hair and brown eyes. Stephen has braces…

Mar 21, 2019

Daffodil Day tomorrow to raise funds for Irish Cancer Society

Thousands of volunteers will be taking to the streets tomorrow, Daffodil Day, to help raise funds for people affected by cancer. The Irish Cancer Society is hoping to raise €4 million in donations tomorrow to meet the increasing demand for its free support…

Mar 21, 2019

Six students from GMIT Letterfack competing at Ireland Skills Live Event at the RDS this week

Six students from the GMIT campus in Letterfrack are competing at this year's Ireland Skills Live Event at the RDS in Dublin, which runs from today until Saturday. The students are all studying fulltime degree programmes in Furniture Design, Wood Technology…

Mar 21, 2019

Mayo IFA meet with Mayo Motor Tax Office to seek clarification on the registration of commercial vehicles for agricultural use

Officers of Mayo IFA and IFAC Accountants met with representatives of the Mayo Motor Tax Office in Castlebar last week to try and get some clarification of the registration of commercial vehicles for agricultural use. The delegation included Chairman of Mayo…

Mar 21, 2019

The average price of agricultural land in Mayo is at a five year low according to the Irish Farmers Journal

The average price of agricultural land in Mayo is at a five year low according to the Irish Farmers Journal. In 2018 prices fell by 6.6% in County Mayo, which makes it the second cheapest land market in Ireland, behind Leitrim and just ahead of Roscommon and…

Mar 21, 2019

Government has abandoned plans to accommodate asylum seekers at a hotel in Rooskey, Co. Leitrim

The Government has abandoned plans to accommodate asylum seekers at a hotel in Rooskey, Co. Leitrim. The Shannon Key West Hotel had been earmarked as an accommodation centre for 80 people. However, the Department of Justice has confirmed that following legal…

Mar 21, 2019

Drainage works will get underway in the Childers Heights area of Ballina in the next 2-3 weeks according to Councillor

Drainage works will get underway in the Childers Heights area of Ballina in the next 2-3 weeks. That’s according to local Fine Gael Cllr John O’Hara. Cllr O’Hara says this is good news for those who live in the area, as there had been a problem with flooding…

Mar 21, 2019

Details of exhibition honouring victims of Magdalene laundries will be revealed later – with one site to be based in Mayo

The details of an exhibition honouring the victims of the Magdalene laundries will be revealed later. It will form part of the flagship temporary exhibitions at the National Museum of Ireland for 2019. The exhibitions will span the museum's four sites in…

Mar 21, 2019

Oireachtas Committee on Environment issues invitation to representatives of the CRU to appear before it to address concerns in relation to High Efficiency Certificate granted to Mayo Power

The Oireachtas Committee on Climate Change and Environment has issued an invitation to representatives of the Commission for Regulation of Utilities, Water and Energy to appear before it, to address concerns in relation to the proposed Mayo Power Plant in…

Mar 20, 2019

€31 million project approved for ambitious four-year floating offshore wind project in Belmullet

A €31 million project has been approved for an ambitious four-year floating offshore wind project in Belmullet. Subject to consenting, it is planned that a full-scale floating wind turbine be deployed for testing off the west coast of Ireland at a Sustainable…

Mar 20, 2019

New Business Alert Scheme being set up in Castlerea

A new Business Alert scheme is being set up in Castlerea. Over 50 businesses in the town have already signed up for the free service, which is designed to share information among local businesses about any security or crime-related incidents, such as…

Mar 20, 2019

Disappointment that new Go Bus service from Ballina to Galway does not include Swinford & Kiltimagh

It's disappointing that Swinford and Kiltimagh have been excluded from the new Go Bus schedule due to commence on the 1st April. That's according to Tom Lavin, a FG local election candidate in the Swinford electoral area. He says the new Go Bus service will…

Mar 20, 2019

Increasing hope St Mary's College in Ballisodare, which is due to close, may get a reprieve

There's increasing hope that St Mary's College in Ballisodare, Co Sligo - which is due to close - may get a reprieve. St Mary's is the only post-primary school in Ballisodare, and last month, the trustees informed parents and staff that the school would close…

Mar 20, 2019

Castlerea Gardai investigate two incidents over the past week

Gardai in Castlerea are investigating two separate incidents that took place over the past week. On Saturday morning last, an aggravated burglary occurred at a house in the Knockroe Park area of Castlerea, shortly before 5.30am. A man in his 20's was…

Mar 20, 2019

Councillor calls on TII to improve safety on N5 in Swinford following latest fatality

A Swinford Councillor is calling on Transport Infrastructure Ireland to urgently review safety on the N5 at Swinford, following another fatality in the area over the weekend. On Friday, Brian Bacon from Aghamore died following a collision between a lorry and…

Mar 20, 2019

74 motorists arrested on St Patrick's Day on suspicion of drink or drug-driving

Seventy-four people nationally were arrested on suspicion of drink or drug driving on St Patricks Day. Over the course of the Bank Holiday weekend, 164 people were arrested for getting behind the wheel while impaired. Gardai say 11 of the arrests took place…

Mar 20, 2019

No-one has yet claimed Ballyhaunis prize in Daily Millions plus win

No one has yet come forward to claim the half a million euro prize, after the winning Daily Millions Plus ticket in last Thursday's draw was sold in Ballyhaunis. The lucky Quick Pick ticket was sold on Thursday at Caulfield's store on Main Street, and is…

Mar 20, 2019

Galway East TD Anne Rabbitte expected to be added to Fianna Fail's all-male ticket for European elections

It's expected that Galway East TD Anne Rabbitte will be added to Fianna Fail's all-male European ticket for May's European elections. The party has selected three male candidates to contest the elections to date: TD Brendan Smith is running in the Midlands /…

Mar 20, 2019

Ballyglass RNLI responded to two call-outs yesterday

The Ballyglass RNLI responded to two back-to-back call outs yesterday, first to bring an injured fisherman to safety, and then to assist a 10m fishing vessel that had broken down off the Mayo coast. Following a request from the Coast Guard shortly after 9.30…

Mar 19, 2019

Nearly 600 cases of mumps have been reported in Ireland so far this year, including 96 in Western region

Nearly 600 cases of mumps have been reported in Ireland so far this year. The latest figures from the HSE mean there's been more cases of the highly-contagious disease than all of 2018. Most of the cases are in teenagers and young adults, while men have had…

Mar 19, 2019

Gardai investigating after a house was ransacked in Claremorris over the weekend

Gardai are investigating a burglary to a house in Claremorris over the weekend. The house on the old Knock Road was ransacked on Saturday afternoon sometime between 2.45pm and 3.20pm. There was a sum of cash taken during the raid. Anyone with any information…

Mar 19, 2019

One of Tuam’s best known business figures Joe O’Toole being laid to rest this Lunchtime

One of Tuam’s best known business figures is being laid to rest this lunchtime. Joe O’Toole who was originally from Claran, Headford was the owner of Super Valu in the town employing over 180 staff in total. He opened his first supermarket on Bishop Street in…

Mar 19, 2019

Westport Councillor again calls for wearing of high-viz vests in poorly lit areas to become laws

A Westport based Councillor has again called for the wearing of high-viz vests in poorly lit areas to become law. Fianna Fail Councillor Brendan Mulroy made the call at the Roads and Transportation Strategic and Policy Committee meeting last week. Last year…

Mar 19, 2019

Government officials and nurses return to the Labour Court this morning

Government officials and the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation return to the Labour Court this morning to try and resolve the nurses dispute. A formal hearing will take place, with the court likely to take several days to come back with a decision. Last…

Mar 19, 2019

Mayo Senator advising small local festivals, arts and cultural events that scheme is now open for them to seek funding

A Mayo Senator is advising small local festivals, arts and cultural events in the region that they can seek funding from the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Fine Gael’s Michelle Mulherin says the Department has opened its annual funding…

Mar 19, 2019

Funeral arrangements confirmed for the man who died in a road traffic accident in Swinford on Friday

The funeral arrangements have been confirmed for the victim of a fatal traffic accident in Swinford last Friday. Brian Bacon from Cloughvolley, Aghamore, and formerly of St. Helen's, Liverpool, died following a three-vehicle collision on the N5 at Carracanda,…

Mar 19, 2019

Searches continuing on Lough Mask for local fisherman

Searches continued over the Bank Holiday weekend for a 78 year old fisherman on Lough Mask missing for over a week. Sean Maloney from Ballinrobe has been missing since Friday March 8th. Ballinrobe Gardai say searches are continuing on Lough Mask for the local…

Mar 17, 2019

Bono spotted in Achill over the weekend

A very famous face made an appearance in the west yesterday. U2 frontman Bono was spotted in Roscommon and Achill over the course of the day. Pictures on social media show the singer at Keenan’s in Tarmonbarry and then later in the day, at Lourdie’s Pub in…

Mar 17, 2019

Castlebar Councillor calls for sheltered areas and lighting to be installed around Lough Lannagh

A Castlebar Councillor has called for sheltered areas and lighting to be installed around Lough Lannagh. Cllr Cyril Burke made the call following a walk in memory of the late Brendan Heneghan, a former town councillor. Cllr Burke says there were showers on…

Mar 17, 2019

Calls for the latest report from Ireland's Mother and Baby Homes Commission to be published as soon as possible

There are calls for the latest report from Ireland's Mother and Baby Homes Commission to be published as soon as possible. The Children's Minister confirmed yesterday that she's received the 5th interim report which is focused on the burial arrangements of…

Mar 17, 2019

Staff members at Roscommon University Hospital undertake training in National Frailty Education Programme

Frailty is a common real life condition with up to 30% of people over 75 years being affected. To meet the complex needs of older people requires our healthcare systems to adapt and recognise frailty as a real life condition. This is particularly relevant for…

Mar 17, 2019

Kilmovee native Tommy Horan selected as candidate by Aontú in Swinford Municipal District

Kilmovee native, Tommy Horan has been selected as a candidate by Aontú to run in the Swinford Local Electoral Area this May. Aontú was founded by former Sinn Fein TD Peadar Toibin TD. Tommy Horan is a Family Support and Community Development Worker at…

Mar 17, 2019

Ballina Councillor calls for developers of Oweninny windfarm in north Mayo to provide funding for new pedestrian crossing at Ardnaree

A Ballina area councillor is calling on the developers of the Oweninny windfarm in north Mayo to provide funding for a new pedestrian crossing at Ardnaree in Ballina. The current pedestrian crossing in Ardnaree is not working, according to local FG Councillor…

Mar 16, 2019

Report focusing on burial arrangements for those who died in Mother and Baby Homes submitted to Minister

A report focusing on the burial arrangements of those who died in Mother and Baby Homes has been submitted to the Minister for Children & Youth Affairs. A statement from Katherine Zappone says this fifth report will inform the legislation required to allow…

Mar 16, 2019

Achill Half Marathon and 10K events to eliminate use of plastic bottles for this year's events

The Achill Half Marathon and 10K attracts up to 1,200 participants annually. Keeping these runners hydrated required approximately 12,500 bottles of water at refreshment stations along the route. Keen to reduce the negative impact of large events on the…

Mar 16, 2019

Gardai in Swinford appealing for witnesses to fatal collision in Swinford yesterday

Gardaí in Swinford are appealing for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision which occurred at Carracanada, Swinford at approximately 12.15pm yesterday. The collision involved a truck and two cars resulting in the death of a 64 year old male driver of one…

Mar 16, 2019

Fianna Fail members select sitting TD Brendan Smith to contest European Elections in Midlands Northwest constitency

Fianna Fáil members have selected sitting TD Brendan Smith to represent the Party in the Midlands North West Constituency for the upcoming election to the European Parliament. Following a competitive campaign, with nine candidates initially in the race,…

Mar 16, 2019

Status yellow-rainfall warning remains in place for Connacht until midday

A status yellow rainfall warning remains in place for 16 counties this morning until midday. It affects all of Connacht as well as Longford, Offaly, Westmeath, Cavan, Monaghan, Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick and Tipperary. Up to 35 millimetres of rain is…

Mar 15, 2019

Mayo born soldier killed by a landmine explosion in Lebanon thirty years ago was honoured in his hometown of Ballinrobe today

A Co. Mayo born soldier killed by a landmine explosion in Lebanon thirty years ago was honoured in his hometown of Ballinrobe today. Hundreds, including family members and other relatives, gathered for the unveiling of a memorial – a handsome stone bench – to…

Mar 15, 2019

Gerry Coffey selected to run for Fine Gael in local elections in Roscommon

Well known Auctioneer Gerry Coffey was selected last night at the Roscommon Municipal District Convention to represent Fine Gael in the upcoming local elections. The Granlahan based auctioneer & beef farmer is a lifelong community activist and is currently…

Mar 15, 2019

Industrial action is taking place at First Choice Credit Unions in Ballyhaunis, Achill and Castlebar this afternoon by SIPTU staff members

Industrial action is taking place at First Choice Credit Unions in Ballyhaunis, Achill and Castlebar this afternoon by SIPTU staff members. The staff concerned say the issue is in a dispute over pay, travel time and other terms and conditions at the company.…

Mar 15, 2019

65 year old man has died in a three-vehicle collision on the N5 at Swinford

A 65-year-old man has died in a three-vehicle collision in Mayo. It’s understood the man is from the East Mayo area. The collision between two cars and a lorry occurred on the N5 at Swinford, close to the Kiltimagh Road/Applegreen Junction. Another person has…

Mar 15, 2019

Status yellow rainfall warning issued for more than half the country with heavy rain forecast to fall from tonight

A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for more than half the country with heavy rain forecast to fall from tonight. The warning for all of Connacht, and counties Longford, Offaly, Westmeath, Cavan, Monaghan, Clare, Cork, Kerry, Limerick and…

Mar 15, 2019

Mayo Sinn Fein Councillor has welcomed MAN’s at Knock Airport which provides a state of the art communications system

A Mayo Sinn Fein councillor has welcomed the commissioning of the MAN’s (Metropolitan Area Network) at knock Airport. The MAN’s are State-Owned telecoms networks which consist of carrier-neutral telecoms duct and fibre optic cable rings linking main…

Mar 15, 2019

N5 road at Swinford closed to traffic following collision

Gardai are advising motorists that the N5 road is closed to traffic this afternoon following a serious collision at Swinford, close to the Kiltimagh Road/Applegreen junction. The collision between a lorry and a car occurred earlier. The road is closed between…

Mar 15, 2019

Gardai issue their usual road safety message ahead of St Patrick's Bank Holiday weekend

The Gardai have issued their usual road safety message ahead of the St Patrick’s Bank Holiday weekend festivities. Gardai says they are appealing to all road users to take extra care this weekend, as there will be an increase in traffic due to people…

Mar 15, 2019

Suicide rate within the Traveller community is six times higher than that of wider community in Ireland according to report to be launched in Galway later

The suicide rate within the Traveller community is six times higher than that of the wider society in Ireland. The statistic has been released to mark the launch of a network lobbying for improved mental health services for Travellers. The National Traveller…

Mar 15, 2019

40 people killed after terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch in New Zealand

40 people have been killed after a terrorist attack on two mosques in Christchurch in New Zealand. 20 others are seriously injured after gunmen started shooting at worshippers. Four people have been arrested - one of them is an Australian-born citizen. New…

Cloonacool to Tubbercurry road closed to traffic following single vehicle collision

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