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The story of Ballina’s house ‘The Anchorage’

by David Dwane 02/01/19 1:44pm

One of the most historic private residences in Ballina owes its name to an anchor that has its origins in the French fleet that invaded Ireland in 1798. Located in the centre of The Quay village, The Anchorage is the final resting place...

The greatest family comedian of our generation proudly celebrates 48 years in the comedy business – and much of that...

Tuesday, 04/12/18 - 12:31pm Read More

A very Creative Ireland is unveiled at Westport Arts Festival

The 42nd Annual Westport Arts Festival returns for what promises to be another sensational event in the West Mayo town...

Friday, 11/08/17 - 6:28pm Read More

Foxford Riverfest shows that we are a Creative Ireland

Foxford is the place to be on Friday, August 18th as the Riverfest kicks off by the banks of the...

Friday, 04/08/17 - 8:02pm Read More

Wellbeing of Mayo people to benefit from Creative Ireland plans

Creative Ireland is all about you. It’s about how, whether you are young or old, you can benefit from getting...

Friday, 28/07/17 - 7:31pm Read More

Folkies and poet meet head to head in Foxford

by David Dwane The Whileaways is a trio of folk singers and musicians from Galway who will be joined...

Thursday, 20/10/16 - 6:19pm Read More

Young Mayo musicians bursary offer

by David Dwane If you are a young musician living in Mayo who has already achieved a high standard in...

Thursday, 13/10/16 - 5:10pm Read More

Once around Clare Island for annual 10k charity run/walk

By Tracey May Halloran Ask any one of the hundreds of people who have taken part in the annual Clare...

Monday, 11/04/16 - 1:22pm Read More

Get you and your dress into the movies in Ballina

MAYO author Kate Kerrigan is inviting Mayo women to don their most fabulous dress and get down to Mount Falcon Estate...

Wednesday, 15/04/15 - 10:06am Read More

Mayo’s abandoned pets find Noeline’s Ark

By Tracey May Halloran I’d heard she gave away her cooker to people in need, and now she uses...

Monday, 13/04/15 - 3:14pm Read More

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