Congratulations to Molly McManamon:Great day for children from the Gaeltacht at Ceol an Gheimhridh 2025:AGM of RNLI fundraising group.

The owners of an iconic North Mayo pub that was destroyed in a fire are determined to see the beloved bar rise from the ashes.

A record breaker in athletics:Borrow, Party, Return from Belmullet Library:Golden Gloves Boxing Club in action at Geesala Boxing Club.

An Bord Pleanála has approved phase three of Ireland’s largest onshore wind farm development. The planning authority has given the green light to Bord na Móna for the construction of 18 turbines at the Oweninny Wind Farm in North Mayo.

100 years of the family in Belmullet:Confirmation of Inver NS extension welcomed by Minister Dara Calleary:The annual Tom Rafter Memorial Darts competition.

Vacancies on Kilmore Rural Social Scheme:'Home insurance rip-off in Mayo must be tackled', Rose Conway Walsh:Golfer of the Year at Carne Golf Club.

Driver Theory Test preparation course facilitated by Erris Workability:Mayo Dark Sky Park award:Mattie McHale Memorial Darts competition.

Mayo’s most far-flung arts centre has captured the hearts of artists, performers and the local community since it first opened its doors.

Teresa Moran Memorial Darts competition:Linda requests donations to Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust:Tullaghan Bay Rowing Club hosting 1st ever club dinner dance.

Kiltane GAA NewsThere was no winner of this week’s Kiltane GAA Club weekly lotto jackpot of €15,900.

Slaintecare Healthy Communities kicks off New Year with a host of activities:CLG Cill Chomain Charity Matchon St Stephen's Day:New Year's Day Swim in Blacksod.

A collective of beach clean volunteers in Mayo have been credited with the Event of the Year at the Ocean Heroes Awards ceremony, held in the Gibson Hotel, Dublin.

Erris Agricultural Show brings electrifying show to Broadhaven Bay Hotel:Belmullet Bridge Club:Caruil na Nollag in the old Church, Belmullet

Cill Chomain Bord na nÓg Awards 2024:Tracey Moran Memorial Darts competition on January 12:Erris Women's Biodiversity Group.

Colaiste Pobail chuan Oili gains PPN registration:€500 worth of prizes to won with Erris Darts:Carol Service in Glenamoy.

John O'Callaghan launched his new book 'West Mayo Placenames - Origin and Meaning' in Westport Town Hall on Wednesday last.

Erris Utd Sports Genius:Christmas Open House in aid of North West STOP:Derek Langan Memorial 2024.

Sinn Féin election candidate Rose Conway-Walsh has written to Mayo County Council and the Minister for Housing Darragh O'Brien to seek an urgent update on the progress of the Carrowtigue/Porturlin Community Water Connection.

Cara Iorrais Craft Fair:Bangor Erris Christmas Fair:Yoga by Candlelight in Lacken.

Belmullet Tidy Towns points increase by 11:Derek Langan Memorial Pool competition:Mayo Business Awards 2024.

West Coast Crab Ltd, Belmullet has joined the fight against marine pollution:Classroom extenstion for Colaiste Chomain, Rossport and Scoil Bhreandain, Eachleim:First hotel in Ireland to install Flinebox mobile breathalyser device.

40th Anniversary celebration for Erris Utd:Ballyglass RNLI golf classic success:'Spooky Happenings' in Teach Greannai.

Extension for Inver NS welcomed:IWA Back in 5 campagin:Introduction to emerging digital technologies.

The recent visit of the American ambassador to Belmullet proved a great success and should lead to a boost in tourism, a meeting of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District heard.

The cathaoirleach of Westport Belmullet Municipal District, Cllr Sean Carey, has called for a workshop with council management to resolve "unfair" water meter charges being levied on farmers in Mayo.

Inaugural Blitz na gCamán:Memorial Darts competition:Our Lady's Secondary School roundup.

Harvest Thanksgiving Festival in Belmullet:Sports Clubs in Erris receive funding:Wellness Connections Programme.

Mayo farming groups are calling for a cull of wild deer following “an explosion” in numbers.

Ballyglass RNLI escore 26m vessel in difficulty to safety at Blacksod Bay:Important link to World Ward 2 has been restored:CV and Interview Skills workshop.

Help Mags Find Relief:Talk on Tradition of Curragh making:Erris Workability Team help people achieve their goals.

Solar delight at Geraghty Farmyard Pods:Belmullet Sea Angling Club 2 day beach competition:Ballyglass RNLI rescue lone sailor off North Mayo coast.

A Mayo architect is one of the leading lights in her field designing major projects all over the globe. Erris native Roisín Heneghan’s incredible talents are visible at some of the most famous landmarks in the world.

Minister opens GTeic centre in CornboyMinister of State in the Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Dara Calleary, was in Teach Greannaí in Cornboy on Monday evening, August 19th, to officially open the new Gteic centre.

In 1939, at the beginning of the Second World War, the Coastwatching Service was set up to monitor and record "belligerent activity" around the Irish coast.

One of the great bonuses of a post-surgery recuperation programme is the care and attention that is lavished on the victim as an aid to the recovery process.  Another great benefit is the county we live in. I can recommend it to any fellow or cailín.

A new book details the migration of families from Belmullet and Tourmakeady to Gibbstown in Co Meath almost 90 years ago.

Erris Workability programme:Charity Tractor Run towards 'Help Mags Find Relief' from Belderrig:Eigse agus Imirce 2024 is around the corner.

Book launch on August 17 in Aras Inis Gluaire, Belmullet:Talks of the Town public programme for 'The Reason of Towns' exhbition:'Matches and Old Flames' comedy to be staged on September 27-28.

This Saturday sees the Mayo launch of a book that details the migration of families from Belmullet and Tourmakeady to Gibbstown in Co Meath more than 80 years ago.

Slaintecare Health Communities amateur photography competition;Sunset4Stop 5km fundraising walk:Fundraising social for Cross Cemetery.

Ann Padden reties after 30 years service at area supervisor with RHS Home Care:'A Cuppa for Kev' fundraiser for Mayo Roscommon Hospice:Tullaghan Bay Rowing Club annual Regatta.

Ballyglass RNLI volunteer takes to pitch at Croke Park to highlight water safety:Sunset4Stop 5km fundraising walk;Sailing towards new beginnings.

Fundraiser for Mellon Educate:Scheme to support Iorrais families to attend Oireachtas na Samhna:Tour de Cill Chomain Charity Race.

Sean Gaughan Memorial at Doohoma Golf Club:Two new stories from Erris Gaeltacht School student in print:Legislation to protect student renters debate in Dail

The late Eileen Gibbons:Success for Erris Athletic Club:Blacksod Point Challenge.

Summer Camps through the medium of Irish:Tidal Pool celebrates 40th year of salty swims:Bumblebee 1000 Fast and Furious Super-Car Roadshow.

A Mayo man who was credited as being the saviour of Glasgow Celtic football club will be laid to rest later this week. Doohoma-born businessman John Keane was often dubbed the ‘man who saved Celtic.

At the Connacht Team Games and U12-U13 Championships in Claremorris recently everyone from Erris Athletic Club had a fantastic day of running, jumping and throwing and the club was very proud of them all.

A Mayo man who was credited as being the saviour of Glasgow Celtic football club has passed away. Doohoma-born businessman John Keane was often dubbed the ‘man who saved Celtic.

Remember D-Day in Blacksod:Erris Family and Community Support Centre AGM:Noel Reilly Perpetual Cup.

Erris Pool League charity fundraiser:Remember D-Day in Blacksod:Fundraising cycle from Cavan to Belmullet.

Mayo County Library plans to digitise some of its unique historical records and make them available to the public as a major plank of its 2024 Commemorations programme.

There were celebrations in Erris when SOLAS, a new visitor Experience and Tourism hub for the Erris Gaelacht was officially opened.

Sinn Féin MEP for Midlands Northwest, Chris MacManus, has said that Sinn Féin will continue to stand up for Irish fishermen in the European Parliament, in the Dáil and in every local council.

CharIN appoint Derek Reilly as Ireland Ambassador:Erris Pool League charitable fundraiser:Empowering Parents.

In next June’s local elections, I’ll be voting in the Belmullet/Achill Electoral Area. It is one of the largest geographically in the country.

Belmullet Fianna Fáil councillor Sean Carey believes his strong track record of delivering for his local area will aid him in his bid for re-election. Cllr Carey will be battling it out for one of three seats in the hotly contested constituency.

St Brendan's College, Belmullet recognise sporting achievements of the students:Summer Camps through the medium of Irish:Official opening of multi-use games area and cableway

The Charging Interface Initiative e. V. (CharIN) has announced the appointment of Belmullet man Derek Reilly as its new Irish Ambassador.

Minister of State launches murals in Eachleim.Open Day in Seanscoil Community CentreBelmullet town celebrate 200 years old

Inspired by true events in Mayo seventy years ago, a new children’s book by Sarah Webb captures the hidden history of Ireland’s role in the Second World War for young readers.

Mayo Day 2024 in Belmullet.Mural on gable wall  of Hefferon's former shop.National award for Belmullet student.

There were celebrations in Erris when SOLAS, a new visitor Experience and Tourism hub for the Erris Gaelacht was officially opened.

A 4km pilgrim path at Croagh Patrick and state-of-the-art tourism hub in Erris will be officially opened by Minister Heather Humphrey’s later today.

St Brendan's College host the Road Safety Authority Shuttle Bus.Our Lady's U15 boys soccer team in Connacht semi-final.Drink Tea for MND.

Line Up for Mayo Day 2024 in BelmulletWalking the Walk with As Daragh Did on April 21Bangor Hibs are the Masters

Mayo County Council is planning to close a number of roads as part of the Mayo Day celebrations taking place in Belmullet. The Erris town will stage the event on Saturday, May 4.

Brú Chlann Lir, a charming Bed and Breakfast nestled in Tirrane, Blacksod on the Mullet Peninsula, has been honoured with the prestigious Irish Enterprise Award for the ‘Best Seaside Bed & Breakfast 2024 – Belmullet’.

A charming bilingual children’s book was recently launched in Áras Inis Gluaire, Belmullet by internationally celebrated landscape designer and founder of the global environmental movement ‘We are the ARK’, Mary Reynolds.

Shell to Sea campaigner Maura Harrington has paid tribute to her friend and mentor, the late Sr Majella McCarron. One of Ireland’s most tireless environmental and human rights defenders, Sr Majella McCarron, passed away recently at the age of 85.

An Erris B&B is celebrating a top award.

New defibrillator at Kilmore Community SportsfieldScholarship in Water Adventure Skills at Colaiste UisceErris Tours annual trip

A hugely talented Erris architect has been elected to Aosdána, a prestigious affiliation of creative artists in Ireland.

Drink Tea for MNDGovernment must intervene to support Mayo Health ServicesBlacksod Point Triathlon

Geesala Festival wins Community Tourism Award; Irish Astronomy Week; Mayo Enterprise Awards

Erris made history at the Ivy Tower last Saturday when they won a first championship title at the Mayo District Darts Team Championships in Castlebar.

'The Garden Awakening' talk in Aras Inis GluaireCrisis facing local fishermenShevlin Engineering is going Green

Experience trumps youth in a nail biting Mayo Pool Championships final with Dave Sweeney coming back from 7-1 down to win 9-7 against Padraic Coyle.

Erris Gaeltacht children take part in 'Anfa' Irish language show; St Patrick's Day Parades in Erris; Medically approved weight loss programme

Councillors from the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District again debated where their future meetings should be held.

Healthy food Made Easy course'Mamma Mia - The Musical' to be staged by Our Ladies Secondary SchoolShannon wins 3 awards at Irish Hair and Beauty Awards

Members of Mayo County Council want Eir to send a representative to the council's next meeting. Ballinrobe-based Cllr Damien Ryan raised the issue last week and criticised the service people are getting from Eir.

Bridge club is up and runningStudents, staff and Lauren's mother remembers Lauren in 5km loop walkMayo Open Darts Championship

Malin Head Coast Guard Coordination Centre, in conjunction with colleagues in the UK Coastguard and the Norwegian Coast Guard, today coordinated the medical evacuation of a seriously ill casualty from a Norwegian fishing vessel 160 miles west of ...

Bangor Erris native Chloe Winters has entered into the Ivory Sessions competition.

Councillor Carey selected for FF for upcoming electionMarie Keating Mobile Information Unit in Belmullet on February 15Success for children from Gaeltacht area in Ceol an Gheimhridh

The Western People is privileged to announce that the late Padraig Brogan from Belmullet will be honoured with the Posthumous award at the 2023 Mayo Sports Stars Awards.

Comedy superstar John Bishop is getting 'Back At It' – doing what he does best – with a new tour for 2024 including 11 dates around Ireland this May and June. He will perform live at Áras Inis Gluaire on Tuesday, May 28.

In Memory of LaurenInformation session for employers in ErrisMayo's Magical Light exhibition

Sinn Féin MEP Chris MacManus recently visited the school leavers group at the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Erris Family and Community Support Centre in Belmullet.

Geraghty Boat Charters, a well-known name along the Wild Atlantic Way, is embarking on a new era.  Operating since 1993, this family-owned business has been a mainstay for those seeking maritime adventures in the tranquil waters of Blacksod Bay.

There is a sense of sadness across Erris this afternoon following the passing of well-known and long-standing businessman AJ Reilly.

It will be a proud night for Ballina RFC at this month's Western People Mayo Sports Stars Awards

A Mayo native has been appointed to a leading role at one of the country’s top financial institutions.

Chris McManus MEP visits ErrisRNLI rescues sailor off North Mayo coastInformation session for Erris employers