newsDriver going almost twice the speed limit on busy Mayo road arrestedThe novice driver was arrested, and they now face a two-year driving disqualification, a fine of up to €5,000, or up to six months in prison.
newsFour Ballina proposals under regeneration programmeFour funding proposals worth a combined €335,000 have been submitted by the Ballina Municipal District under the Government's SÍOL programme for a range of community enhancement, regeneration, and public realm initiatives across Ballina.
newsPillar banks urged to lend more money for house buildingA local councillor has issued an appeal to the main Irish banks to approve finance for developers wishing to build residential units.
Moy Valley Resources appoints new General ManagerMoy Valley Resources has announced the appointment of Jacqueline Kinsella as General Manager of Operations and Business Development, following ratification by the Board of Directors.
Up-and-coming Mayo athletes share prestigious bursaryThe next generation of athletes in Mayo were acknowledged across several sports at the presentation of the Martin Sheridan-John McDonnell Sports Bursary Awards 2026.
Local Notes: Past and Present staff of Breaffy NS with the Sam MaguireTractor Vintage and Vehicle Run a great success:Crafting course in Knockmore:Connacht PTAA Mini Vigil
Football, AI and the ocean feature at literary festivalMayo’s historic All-Ireland victory, the rise of artificial intelligence and the battle to protect the oceans that keep us alive will form the backdrop to this year’s Wild Atlantic Words (WAW) festival.
Vaccination of Dairy and Suckler Calves reduces stress on farmsCattle farming systems have changed over the last 10 years. In this time the number of dairy cows has increased by 600,000 and suckler cow numbers have declined. As a result, more dairy calves are traded across farms.
Border poll is not high on our list of prioritiesSo Shane Lowry upstaged Donald Trump in Doonbeg by winning the Irish Open in the most spectacular style.
