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<p>Six Mayo players have been recognised for helping the county win the All-Ireland. Photo: ©INPHO/Tom Maher</p>

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Six Mayo players claim all star awards

With eight counties represented in the XV, it has one of the all-time widest spread of contributing teams.

Ballina community organisation appoints new manager

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Ballina community organisation appoints new manager

Craoibhín Ballina, the community organisation dedicated to promoting social inclusion, positive wellbeing and opportunities for friendship and learning among adults in Ballina and the surrounding area, has announced the appointment of Úna Morris as ...

Residents of Mayo town fear repeat of devastating floods

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Residents of Mayo town fear repeat of devastating floods

Residents in Crossmolina remain “fearful” of a repeat of the devastating floods of 2015 as the town faces another two winters before its €34m flood relief scheme is expected to be completed, a local councillor has said.

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Housing completions rise in the west

Housing completions rise in the west

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Newly qualified Pharmacist returns to Mayo chemist that sparked career choice in TY

Newly qualified Pharmacist returns to Mayo chemist that sparked career choice in TY

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Proposal on Mayo beach ends in dramatic rescue for happy couple

Proposal on Mayo beach ends in dramatic rescue for happy couple

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Local Notes: New one-way traffic system to be trialled in Kiltimagh

Local Notes: New one-way traffic system to be trialled in Kiltimagh

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Safety measures sought after second accident at bridge in five months

Safety measures sought after second accident at bridge in five months

A second road traffic accident in five months at Rathkip Bridge in Ballina has prompted calls for additional warning signs to alert motorists to potential danger.

Funding sought for new shuttle bus linking Mayo towns to Ireland West Airport Knock

Knock Airport advises passengers on major change to bag drop services coming next month

Second bypass project for Ballina is in limbo

Second bypass project for Ballina is in limbo

Illegal fireworks seized in Garda operation

Illegal fireworks seized in Garda operation

Mayo church marks 225th anniversary

Mayo church marks 225th anniversary

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Junior ‘B’ title puts the wind in Swinford’s sails

Junior ‘B’ title puts the wind in Swinford’s sails

Treanlaur Catering Mayo JFC ‘B’ Final Swinford 2-24 Ballycastle 1-12 Stuart Tynan in Hastings Insurance MacHale Park Swinford held off a second-half rally ...

Tooreen unlikely to be spooked at the Hyde

Tooreen unlikely to be spooked at the Hyde

Concannon’s confidence in border boys proves well-founded

Concannon’s confidence in border boys proves well-founded

First cup is the sweetest as Ardagh cross the threshold

First cup is the sweetest as Ardagh cross the threshold

Life’s a breeze as Davitts secure return to senior

Life’s a breeze as Davitts secure return to senior

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Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballinrobe

Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballinrobe

Children's Halloween Party in Lakeside Sport and Fitness Centre; Fancy Dress Fundraiser for Sunflower Children's Hospice; Lakeside Lakers Basketball Club.

Local Notes: Ballyhaunis centre reflects on a busy year

Local Notes: Ballyhaunis centre reflects on a busy year

Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballina

Local Notes: All the latest news from Ballina

Local Notes: Kathy Driscoll, Bunmore, Ballycroy celebrates her 101st birthday.

Local Notes: Kathy Driscoll, Bunmore, Ballycroy celebrates her 101st birthday.

Local Notes: A Scary Night in Moorhall.

Local Notes: A Scary Night in Moorhall.

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Bonniconlon Agricultural Show to host Anniversary dinner dance

Bonniconlon Agricultural Show to host Anniversary dinner dance

Reduced rates are available for those who assist with the running of the show throughout the year.

Magic of Christmas is coming to TF Royal

Magic of Christmas is coming to TF Royal

Foxford candlelight concert returns for third year

Foxford candlelight concert returns for third year

Many chances for children to get creative at Ballina Arts Centre

Many chances for children to get creative at Ballina Arts Centre

Roscommon legend launches new book

Roscommon legend launches new book

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IFA Rep says strong market conditions must return higher beef prices

IFA Rep says strong market conditions must return higher beef prices

Mayo IFA Livestock Rep Michael Mitchell from the Balla IFA branch said markets for beef are extremely strong as we head into the key Christmas buying period.

IFA Hosts National Lobby Event on CAP

IFA Hosts National Lobby Event on CAP

Forest Industries Ireland welcomes Budget 2027

Forest Industries Ireland welcomes Budget 2027

Opel’s Mokka GSE ‘born in rally racing’

Opel’s Mokka GSE ‘born in rally racing’

Fiat Grande Panda has sub €23k price

Fiat Grande Panda has sub €23k price

opinion

Micheál doesn't have Sally Rooney's courage

Micheál doesn't have Sally Rooney's courage

I have not read any of Sally Rooney’s novels, but from what I can gather they are fairly harmless.

Synodality is the future of Catholic Church

Synodality is the future of Catholic Church

A weekly column is a privilege, not a chore

A weekly column is a privilege, not a chore

A pleasant, positive read in a troubled world

A pleasant, positive read in a troubled world

Giving voice to a dark era in Ballina's history

Giving voice to a dark era in Ballina's history

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