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Mayo airspace placed under restrictive notice

An Garda Síochána are advising that a flight restriction notice is currently in operation in Co Mayo. It comes upon a two-day visit of EU Ministers for a series of events in the Ballina and Foxford areas in particular.

Mixed views on new local transport plan for Mayo town

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Mixed views on new local transport plan for Mayo town

A councillor has said the Belmullet Local Transport Plan, which is currently being prepared by Mayo Co Council, will hold the area back rather than allow it to progress.

Belmullet 'does not get a mention' on chain of office

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Belmullet 'does not get a mention' on chain of office

The outgoing Cathaoirleach of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District has called for a new chain of office to be provided for both the Cathaoirleach and Leas Cathaoirleach that should properly represent the whole district, including Belmullet.

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Call to lower speed limit on busy Mayo road

Call to lower speed limit on busy Mayo road

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Tech teen girls are named best in Europe

Tech teen girls are named best in Europe

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Mayo weather: Interesting data and findings from June

Mayo weather: Interesting data and findings from June

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Mayo festival named among Ireland's best for capturing the moment

Mayo festival named among Ireland's best for capturing the moment

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Restoration plans for iconic Mayo building

Historic Mayo building is 'at risk of dereliction'

The former Ballinrobe Courthouse is at risk of falling into dereliction unless the first phase of refurbishment works are completed immediately, a councillor has warned.

Mayo town centre site is purchased by local hotel

Expansion plan for hotel in Mayo town is welcomed

Councillors unhappy with aspects of Canadian PM's visit to West Mayo

Councillors unhappy with aspects of Canadian PM's visit to West Mayo

'Always be our little boy' - heartfelt tributes paid to Mayo boy at Funeral Mass

Renowned US-based academic had strong ties to Mayo

Daring operation to rescue stranded dog from sea cave

Daring operation to rescue stranded dog from sea cave

sport

Mayo AC pair complete a one-two in Achill

Mayo AC pair complete a one-two in Achill

Athletics: Two Mayo AC athletes shone brightly at the 21st Annual Achill Half-Marathon and 10k which were held on Saturday morning last, July 4. Both races featured a single lap on challenging courses that started and finished at Keel.

Mayo man smashes Irish record to secure world qualification

Mayo man smashes Irish record to secure world qualification

Funding awarded to 48 clubs and groups across Mayo

Funding awarded to 48 clubs and groups across Mayo

Gaelic football is thriving like never before

Gaelic football is thriving like never before

Tapering is to be endured, not enjoyed

Tapering is to be endured, not enjoyed

community

Local Notes: Children from Cloondaff, Lahardane and Rathbane National Schools make their Confirmation.

Local Notes: Children from Cloondaff, Lahardane and Rathbane National Schools make their Confirmation.

Foroige Amplified Concert in Knockmore:Cemetery Mass in Ballinahaglish and Cloghans.Butterflies Playschool, Knockmore afternoon session.

Local Notes: Lacken community raise over €38,000 for Mayo Roscommon Hospice.

Local Notes: Lacken community raise over €38,000 for Mayo Roscommon Hospice.

Local Notes: Ballina students create unique artwork

Local Notes: Ballina students create unique artwork

Local Notes: All the latest news from Claremorris

Local Notes: All the latest news from Claremorris

Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballyhaunis

Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballyhaunis

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Everyone is invited to Islandeady's special day

Everyone is invited to Islandeady's special day

Runners, walkers and families from across Mayo and beyond are invited to take part in the Islandeady Cycling Club Annual 5K and 10K Walk/Run, which takes place on Saturday, August 1, at the picturesque Jack's Old Cottage, Derrycooraune, Islandeady, ...

Enniscrone Show 2026: What's on and everything you need to know ahead of this weekend

Enniscrone Show 2026: What's on and everything you need to know ahead of this weekend

Mayo Film Bursary Award is launched

Mayo Film Bursary Award is launched

Ballinrobe Races: Upcoming meetings, what's on and everything you need to know

Ballinrobe Races: Upcoming meetings, what's on and everything you need to know

Get ready for a night of timeless hits at Mayo venue

Get ready for a night of timeless hits at Mayo venue

life

Škoda Peaq expands brand’s EV portfolio

The all-new Škoda Peaq arrives as the new brand’s flagship model, offering the highest levels of comfort, space, and technology.

Save on Nissan EVs with scrappage deal

Save on Nissan EVs with scrappage deal

Honda’s Jazz Crosstar is hugely practical

Honda’s Jazz Crosstar is hugely practical

Fiat reveals first image of Grizzly family

Fiat reveals first image of Grizzly family

All-electric Mercedes C-Class is on the way

All-electric Mercedes C-Class is on the way

opinion

Tiny little bombs of health and flavour

Tiny little bombs of health and flavour

Visit the surrounds of an abandoned Ox Mountain cottage and you will find the remains of an old fruit garden; an old apple tree perhaps or some overgrown blackcurrant bushes.

Starmer leaves one very positive legacy to these islands

Starmer leaves one very positive legacy to these islands

So, Liam... did the acting work out?

So, Liam... did the acting work out?

The smartest ones will be the first to go

The smartest ones will be the first to go

Everything about Donaldson was a bare-faced lie

Everything about Donaldson was a bare-faced lie

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