Swinford

‘The owner of this pub quite likely saved my father’s life’

by 11/01/22 4:05pm

The Twittersphere is not always the most heart-warming environment but a moving Mayo story has touched many on the social media channel. Chicago resident Fiona Murphy returned to her late John’s homeland for a visit recently. John, from Bellaghy, Charlestown,...

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Peter reflects on a life in the middle

by 30/12/21 4:36pm

Peter Geraghty is a stalwart of Swinford GAA, one of the best-known referees in the county and a familiar face to any regular visitors to MacHale Park, where he volunteers as a matchday steward. Here, in his own words, Peter...

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Netflix blockbuster has a Mayo connection

Anyone trawling through Netflix over the festive period is bound to have come across the streaming service’s new blockbuster film...

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Mayo singer releases new Christmas single

Mayo singer Cathal Gavin has released a new single titled ‘Christmas Wish’. The Swinford native also released a new music...

Monday, 20/12/21 - 3:01pm Read More

Garda numbers in Mayo have declined in the last two years

The total number of members of An Garda Síochána in the Mayo Division has fallen by 13 over the last...

Thursday, 09/12/21 - 3:31pm Read More

Mayo woman’s sugar-free recipes are a hit

A native of Swinford has launched a new recipe book designed to create a healthier, sugar-free you in just one...

Thursday, 02/12/21 - 11:25am Read More

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EirGrid to brief public on North Connacht 100kV line progress

Monday, 29/11/21 - 3:30pm

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Big increase in Covid cases in Mayo since the beginning of November

Friday, 26/11/21 - 11:27am

Meet the Nolans, the family with the world at their feet

Saturday, 20/11/21 - 12:56am

Mayo farmer scoops Mart title

Sunday, 07/11/21 - 10:17am

Mayo woman sweeps best-dressed prize on Ladies Day

Wednesday, 03/11/21 - 12:43pm

Two west of Ireland musicians up for top award

Tuesday, 02/11/21 - 4:50pm

Extension approved for rural Mayo school

Friday, 15/10/21 - 10:45am

Near neighbours take centre stage in league final

Saturday, 25/09/21 - 2:12pm

Government minister to visit Mayo next week

Thursday, 27/05/21 - 5:35pm

Residents opposed to road closure get councillors’ backing

Monday, 17/05/21 - 1:20am

Seven Mayo properties to be auctioned online today

Thursday, 13/05/21 - 10:00pm

Young athletes missing out as lockdown wears on

Sunday, 28/02/21 - 1:54pm

HSE refuse to comment on suspected hospital outbreak

Tuesday, 23/02/21 - 3:37pm

Walsh adds another shot put title at Elite Micro Meet

Sunday, 21/02/21 - 10:47am