March 14, 2025 | 4:43 pm
Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada’s prime minister.
He replaces Justin Trudeau, who announced his resignation in January.
The former head of the Bank of England has west of Ireland connections, his grandparents hailed from Aughagower in Westport.
The country’s a big focus for US president Donald Trump at the moment – as he imposes higher taxes on imports, and threatens to turn Canada into a ’51st state.’
Councilor Dara Mulvey raised his concerns at a recent meeting of Sligo County Council.
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Police in Northern Ireland have issued an appeal around a blue backpack in their search for missing Mayo man George…
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A civic reception will be held for the All-Ireland winning Crossmoilina team later this month. Crossmolina Deel Rovers memorably captured…
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The N84 between Partry and Ballinrobe is currently closed to traffic following a road traffic collision earlier this morning. Gardaí…
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Elder home-owners could be helped to downsize in a bid to beat the housing crisis. Banks and credit unions may…
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