Tacu Family Resouce Centre return after summer break:Mayo Stoma Group meeting:Islandeady Club Cycling.

Charlestown Sarsfields ladies lost to Carnacon in championship opener:East Mayo Athletic Club track at advanced stage:Ireland West Airport Run.

Swinford duo are All Ireland champions at Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann:Brabrazon Park Swinford Trail opening:Autumn Sewing Series in Knockatemple.

Phase One of West Sligo Athletics Club running trace complete:The late Anne Cosgrove nee Brady, Fortland, Easkey:Castleconnor GAA annual lotto tickets renewal.

All the latest news from North Mayo, including Knockmore, Killala, Lacken, Ballycastle and Crossmolina

Novel Bord na nÓg fundraiser A super-Sunday afternoon of family fun and games with more than a dash of colour is what will await those taking part in a novel Ballina Stephenites GAA Club Bord na nÓg fundraiser on September 14.

Ballyglass Community Council hosted a presentation on the meaning of Ballyglass Townland names, followed by the unveiling of a wall-hanging showing all those townlands and physical features, in Ballyglass Community Centre on August 21st.

GAA Lotto  There was no winner of the Charlestown Sarsfields GAA Lotto jackpot of €18,200 in the weekly draw held on Sunday night, August 24th, when the numbers drawn were 1, 7, 28 and 34.

Thank you to everybody who attended and participated in the Paddy Joe Goonan Memorial Open Golf Day at Doohoma Golf Club on Saturday, August 16th.

Mikey travels Down UnderEaskey GAA wishes Mikey Gordon the best of luck as he heads Down Under to Australia.

All the latest news from Ballinrobe including a fantastic victory for the U-12 girls' soccer team and a 30-year class reunion

Kiltimagh Museum was officially opened in the disused goods store of the old railway station on June 18th, 1989, by Thomas J Flatley, of Boston, an emigrant from the area.

KnockmoreHugh back in formIt was great to see Hugh Armstrong back in form as he finished runner-up iat the Irish Life Frank Duffy 10-Mile in Phoenix Park in Dublin recently.

Church Island Mass Parish priest Fr Michael Farragher gave a very accurate and interesting quote at the start of the recent Feast of the Assumption Mass on Church Island.

Deadline Items for inclusion in the notes can be submitted to Julie Ryan as follows: email ryankneafsey@gmail. com or call/text/WhatsApp 087-7694781 (after 6pm).  The deadline for receipt of items is 6. 30pm each Wednesday.

Phase 2 of the Belleek Woods Enhancement Committee’s goal to make the enjoyment of the woods an even safer pastime for the large numbers of people who use this remarkable resource on the doorstep of Ballina has now commenced.

For more than two decades, Mayo Cancer Support has been offering emotional support to people affected by cancer in Co Mayo.

Scrap metal collection a huge success Kiltimagh GAA’s scrap metal collection event, held on Sunday, August 17th, at Gilmartin Park, was a resounding success, with a remarkable response from the local community.

The Oasis Reunion made it a homecoming to savour with two sold-out concerts taking place in Croke Park on Saturday and Sunday, August 16th and 17th respectively and boy was it some occasion as the band, fronted by the Gallagher brothers, rocked the ...

Cruinniú Na mBád 2025 marked the 70th year since regattas first started at The Ferry. The participation recently leaves no doubt but that there will be rowing there for many years to come.

Ballinrobe recorded a 4-8 to 2-7 victory against Ballintubber in what was an entertaining Under-14 (A) Shield Final, which was played in Hollymount on Monday week last.

AGMTireragh Community Support Ltd is holding its annual general meeting today, Tuesday, August 26, at 12 noon in The Coach House, Kilglass. All are welcome to attend.

Peg Downey Alexander, late of Barrett Street, Ballina and Knockmore:Mass in Doonfeeney Cemetery, Ballycastle:Lacken Tractor Run.

Crossmolina Parish cruise:St Tiernan's College, Crossmolina, re-opening dates:Ardmoy reach semis.

Permission refused for mastAn Coimisiún Pleanála has refused planning permission for a mobile phone mast in Ballyhaunis, overturning an earlier decision by Mayo County Council to grant permission.

Minor (A) Football ChampionshipBallinrobe and Breaffy played out a thrilling minor championship clash at a balmy Flanagan Park, on Tuesday evening last, with the West Mayo visitors recording a 4-10 to 3-10 victory in the end.

Claremorris AFC marks 40 years in Mayo League Claremorris AFC marked its 40th anniversary over the August bank holiday weekend with a series of events that brought together players past and present, committee members and supporters.

Tullaghan Bay Rowing Club:Inclusive MUGA pitch at SN Dhumha Thuama:The Great Erris Run success.

The late Val Conroy:Heritage Week event at Ballyglass Community Centre:'Life in Spirit' seminar commences in Partry/Tourmakeady.

Sarsfields coming up short in Clogher:Eugene McLoughlin Memorial Run a resounding success:Ireland West Airport Run.

It is a stark reality that close to 800,000 people die across the world every year by suicide.

Sheila and John win €10,000 Sheila Gill (Greenfields) and her son John (Station View) won the €10,000 top prize in the opening draw of the Cairde Mhaigh Eo Club Development Draw, which took place last week.

The late Brendan Jacob, Knockanillaun, Ballina and Quigabar, Kilglass:Update on works completed at Enniscrone church:Castleconnor Handballers make history.

Swinford AC Autumn 5k series continues:Outdoor performance by Cloonacool Players:Kilkelly GAA roundup.

Darragh follows in his grandfather's footsteps:EirLyte hosts official launch event on August 17:Lacken Tractor Run 2025.

As part of this year’s National Heritage Week celebrations, the Glore Mill Regenerative Living Centre will host a series of self-guided nature walks between Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 24.

Local water scheme finally switching to Uisce ÉireannOne of the largest group water schemes in the Ballyhaunis area could be switched over to the Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) supply from Lough Mask by the end of August.

Ballyglass RNLI coxswain James Mangan retires after 34 years:John Ginnelly wins the Frank Brogan Memorial Erris Cup at Belmullet Golf Club:Erris Park Run.

Lough Carra Bioblitz:Partry Ladies gardening workshop:The late Christy Flaherty, Lightford, Castlebar.

Charlestown Sarsfields U16's defeat Ballina Stephenites in thriller:Lecarrow NS reunion on August 15:Charlestown Sarsfields offering chance to win premium level tickets for Oasis concert

Inclusive Cuimsiú session for Heritage Week A recent RTÉ One Television ‘Nationwide’ programme revealed the germination of an idea in Ballina which brought about the exciting Cuimsiú sessions, now a growing movement at Fleadh events across the ...

‘Somebody Special’ concert A fundraising concert entitled ‘Somebody Special’ will take place at the Town Hall Theatre in Claremorris on Saturday, August 23, at 8pm.

Ballinrobe Agricultural Show launchThe official launch of the 2025 Ballinrobe Agricultural Show will take place on Friday, August 15, at 8. 30pm in Flannery’s Bistro, Cornmarket.

The late Mary Judge nee Cullinane, Kinnard House, Enniscrone:Social Dancing in the Old Church, Enniscrone:Castleconnor Amateur Dramatic Society.

Swinford AC Autumn 5k series continues:Grace Scully was the U16 winner of the 2025 Time to Shine competition at Siamsa Sraide:Siamsa Straide Swinford was a resounding success.

Knockmore win the Junior A final:Uniform Swap Shop at Currabaggan NS:Free admission for U18s to Ceide Fields Visitor Centre during the month of August.

Crossmolina MSC Parish Cruise online check-in advice and assistance:Construction underway at Ardagh GAA club:Crossmolina Town Hall available for booking.

Lavallyroe based whiskey maker The Lavallyroe-based owner of a leading Mayo whiskey distillery is waiting to see how the newly announced 15 percent tariff on European imports into the US will impact his trade.

Finn welcomes long-delayed N60 bridge replacement After years of lobbying, Cllr Richard Finn has welcomed the approval of a long-awaited infrastructure project that will see the replacement of the Bekan Bridge on the N60 between Claremorris and ...

A wonderful time in Cavan:Bangor Hib's good league showing:Mixie's Bog screening in Aras Inis Gluaire.

Lough Carra Bioblitz at Moore Hall:The late William Vincent McDonnell, Woodview, Portroyal, Partry:Belcarra annual 8k this weekend.

'Michael Collins - a Musical Dram' in Ballinrobe:Ballinrobe Agricultural Show launch:Preparation for Heritage Day in Islandeady.

Charlestown Sarsfields U14s suffer narrow defeat:Charlestown Sarsfields seniors begin bid for Moclair Cup:The late Anna Lavin, Glann, Charlestown.

Society makes presentation to Argentine pilot The Admiral Brown Society Foxford has marked a slice of Irish aviation history by presenting the Admiral Brown award to the first Argentinian to qualify as a pilot in Ireland.

Ballinrobe Musical Society is to stage a musical drama based on the life of one of Ireland’s best-known political figures.

Cup glory for United ladies Kiltimagh-Knock United lifted the Mary Walsh Cup for the first time, last week, following a 5–3 victory over Killala in the final at Umbro Park, Castlebar.

Kilglass Community Council EGM:Castleconnor Vehicle Run on August 17:Castleconnor Handball Club.

Parking Restrictions in Swinford for Siamsa Sraide Festival:Swinford Autumn 5k Series gets underway:Captain Enda's Day at Swinford Golf Club.

Major dragon boat event for Ballina Dragons Boat Club Ballina will host a national regatta on Saturday, August 16, to take place on the River Moy at The Quay.

When I was a child, we had a cow on the farm that had a taut temperament. She was flighty and hard managed in tight spaces.

Belderrig Bronzeman Triathalon in Ballycastle;Bonniconlon Show Office open daily:Lacken Walking Club:

Mom and Me Wellness morning in Ballyglass Community Centre:Balla Summer Festival:Mass on Church Island.

Nine people complete Roxboro defibrillator training:Children's Basketball Camp at Lakeside Centre, Ballinrobe:Islandeady Fun Run on Saturday, August 2.

East Mayo Athletic Club development progressing well:Charlestown Sarsfields U14 girls capture county championship:MacFest in the West - The Big Mac Reunion.

New bridge for railway station Irish Rail is planning a new bridge for Ballyhaunis station which will allow those with disabilities to cross the tracks from the station house to board Westport-bound trains.

Kiltimagh-based charity reports sharp increase in calls The Federation for Victim Assistance has announced a significant rise in demand for its services, with over 900 calls to its helpline received so far this year, marking a marked increase since ...

Western Gaels Hurling and Camogie Club pitch development update:Kilglass House Walled Garden and Woodland workshops:Miggy Moos Summer Camp in Castleconnor Community Centre.

Time to Shine Talent Show in Julian's Midfield on Friday night:New location for Swinford's Agricultural Show 2025:Commemorative Famine Mass and Blessing behind Swinford District Hospital.

€1. 4m boost for LGW Schemes A major boost for rural water services in the Claremorris area was confirmed this week, with the announcement of €1.

Martin Carr Jnr, Ardagh  is new GPO:Crossmolina Agricultural Show this weekend:Help revamp Crossmolina Town Hall.

Farewell to Dickie Nallon, Knockmore:Foxford Secondary School 25th anniversary reunion:Lacken annual trip to Knock Shrine.

A pioneering project seeking to reduce textile waste is planning more workshops to help locals fix and repurpose clothing.

Fundraiser in memory of Martin raises over €25kThe team at Gilligan’s Bar in Claremorris has presented an extraordinary donation of €25,220, raised through a series of heartfelt fundraising events in memory of Martin Gilligan.

Kiltimagh’s Hazel Finn has been named in the Ireland basketball squad for the upcoming Jysk Summer Series, set to take place at the National Basketball Arena in Dublin on this Saturday, July 26th.

Naionra na Corrchoiche fundraising to make vision a reality:Northamption to Belmullet Cycle Challenge 2025:The Great Erris Run 2025.

Good week for 'Tubber:LCCA Water Quality Guide for Lough Carra:Irene's success on the basketball court.

Sarsfields begin their U14B championship campaign in style:Birthday greetings to Henry Peyton, Madogue, Charlestown:Fr Johnston's Retirement Mass on July 27.

Aras Deirbhle Community Nursing Unit 50th Anniversary Celebrations:18 Post Offices closed in Mayo in last 10 years:St Brendan's College, 35 year class reunion

Women’s group The very first meeting of an all-new Foxford Women’s Group is to be held on Bank Holiday Monday, August 4 at 8. 30pm in The Moy Hotel.

Ballinrobe crowned Minor A championsA barnstroming second half display by Ballinrobe resulted in the maroon and yellow being crowned South Mayo Minor (A) champions following a 2-15 to 1-10 victory against Claremorris, on Tuesday night.

The late Conor James Burke, Sea View, Carrowhubbock South, Enniscrone;Tireragh CCE success at Connacht Fleadh:Open Sea Water swimming continues in Enniscrone.

Scoil Cheoil Siamsa in Swinford:Swinford's Siamsa Straide launch on TV:Bohola Community Park 2025 fundraiser.

Tour de North Mayo Some of North and West Mayo’s finest landscapes will form the backdrop to the annual Ballina Cycling Club Salmon Sportif, taking riders alongside Loughs Conn and Cullen and through the Windy Gap, often in view of Ireland’s highest ...

Free children’s sessions in Ballina Library Wednesdays and Fridays in Ballina Library are being filled with stories, songs and rhymes for children of all ages this summer.

Michael McHale, Knockmore, books his place in Fleadh 2025:Crossmolina Nephin Festival kicks off on Wednesday:Pauline scoops the jackpot in Crossmolina Deel Rovers lotto.

Judge Sandra Murphy returns to Mayo Judge Sandra Murphy, with strong ties to Kiltimagh, has been appointed as the new District Court judge for County Mayo.

Ballina clubs face battle for lip-sync glory A brand new event from Ballina Salmon Festival will bring together activity enthusiasts of many shades for a night of fun and competition next week, with the aim of raising funds for their own clubs.

There was plenty to celebrate at Gaelscoil Uileog de Búrca as the school wrapped up an extraordinary term of sporting achievement, with its boys’ and girls’ football, hurling and camogie teams winning county titles at the Cumann na mBunscol ...

The late Gerry Biggins, Deerpark, Clogher, Claremorris:Reek Saturday Tochar Walk from Ballintubber:Ceol na Locha Festival in Tourmakeady.

Ballinrobe Musical Society thanks:Summer Partry for friends of Tacu FRC:Ronan Gibbons Memorial Cup raises €7510 for Croi.

The late Brendan Morrisroe, Boston, USA, and formerly Barrack Street, Charlestown:Charlestown Sarsfields U16's power to victory in East Mayo Development final:St Attracta's Residence Summertime Wild West Barbeque.

Walkability audit for town streets The footpaths of Ballyhaunis will be getting serious scrutiny next week when staff from Mayo County Council conduct a walkability assessment of local walkways.

Siamsa Straide events in Swinford:Mayo challenge in aid of hospice:Bohola's Lip Sync Battle 2025.

Fantastic Fleadh Further to the first tranche of results that appeared in last week’s edition, the honours continued to roll in for members of Admiral Brown CCÉ at the Connacht Fleadh Cheoil which was held in Ballinasloe.

Mayo County Council will be renting all the apartments in the former Bank of Ireland building in Ballyhaunis, according to the head of the building firm behind the project, who thinks the building will be occupied in the coming months.