A mother and daughter were tragically killed when their car was in collision with a lorry on the N26 between Foxford and Swinford, an inquest has heard.

A member of Mayo County Council has made an impassioned appeal to revive the tourism industry in one of the county's beauty spots.

Residents in Foxford are prepared to stage a protest and block the pedestrian crossing in the town because it is "too dangerous".  The matter was raised by Fine Gael Cllr Neil Cruise at last week's meeting of Mayo County Council.

Mayo lost one of its great local historians recently with the passing of Vivian Sheridan, a native of Foxford who conducted exhaustive research into the history of his hometown.

A local councillor has called on Mayo County Council to urgently remedy a number of serious traffic hazards in Foxford.

Spring into action Volunteers are sought to assist the Foxford Enhancement Group in their big Spring clean-up of Foxford town and the surrounding areas.

A Mayo councillor has criticised the application process for social and affordable housing, saying it is too long and drawn out and a waste of time.

A local councillor has claimed that the N58 road linking Ballyvary to Foxford has deteriorated from "a first to a third world" route, writes Joan Geraghty.

It wasn't just householders who were left without power after Storm Éowyn.

A Cork man is researching the influx of Northern refugees into Mayo in 1795/6, known as the Diamond Flight (following the defeat of the Catholic Defenders at the Battle of the Diamond near Loughgall, Co Armagh).

Foxford woman Sarah Ruane was diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2023. Now, she wants to give back to the cancer support services that helped her through chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Sarah has organised two events in November.

A Mayo councillor has proposed a new festival for the county in the form of a Camino Festival Weekend, harnessing walking trails and routes such as the Great Western Greenway and the Foxford Way to "bring people from all over the world to sample ...

Amber in green Foxford’s Amber Hardy has been called up to the Republic of Ireland women's U19 squad for an upcoming double header against Belgium.

Experience the vibrant essence of Ireland as the Foxford Traditional Weekend returns this week, uniting talented musicians, singers, and dancers in a captivating celebration of our rich cultural heritage.

A local councillor has called for remedial action to be taken on two roads in the Foxford area that have been damaged and depreciated over time, writes Paul O'Malley.

An American politician with strong family ties in Knockmore is working with his relatives in Mayo to develop ways to further commemorate the links between north Mayo, the wider county and region and Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, where the city of ...

I love to bake. I find it a very creative process; one that gives fast results and a wholesome outcome. I am not one to stick religiously to recipes but I know enough of the basics to generally make the process work.

There is a packed schedule for this year’s Foxford RiverFest with events ranging from the musical to the creative and there is truly something for all ages and all the family.

The Summer market continues to experience a strong demand for property.

Aisling Moore and her daughter Abbigael were killed in the collision on Tuesday

The collision happened just before 6pm on the N26 between Foxford and Swinford

Mayo musicians will be among those performing at a major music event in Co Louth during the first week in July. Established in 1986, An Chúirt Chruitireachta is an annual international harp festival run by Cairde na Cruite (Friends of the Harp).

"Walk a mile in my shoes" is a quote that resonates with lots of people. Finding someone who has experienced what you are going through can be a great comfort if you are struggling.

Prestigious prize for Foxford documentary What originally was a dark night for Foxford last week became a proud day for Foxford, when a radio documentary focused on the harrowing story of local woman Maggie Doherty won a top prize at the prestigious ...

A verdict of death by misadventure has been recorded in the case of a Foxford man who tragically drowned while home from England for his father’s funeral.

Three of Mayo’s most talented young athletes were recipients of this year’s Martin Sheridan Bursary Awards last Thursday.

No of Seats: 4 Candidates (8): John Caulfield (Fianna Fáil); Neil Cruise (Fine Gael); Adrian Forkan (Fianna Fáil); Sean Forkin (Non-Party); Marion Gordon (The Irish People); Tommy Horan (Aontú); Gerry Murray (Sinn Féin); Antoinette Peyton (Fine ...

Antoinette Peyton is aiming to create history next Friday by becoming the first female councillor to represent the Swinford Electoral Area. The 23-year-old from Killasser will be the youngest candidate on the ballot paper.

For a town of its size, Foxford has a remarkable record of representation in the chamber of Mayo County Council.  Since the council was established in 1899, Foxford has never failed to elect a locally-based councillor.

Anne Marie Coleman lives a jet-set life in her role at Coca-Cola. As Chief of Staff to the Head of HR for the entire company, the role is undoubtedly demanding and rewarding in equal measure. She is married to Kevin and they have three daughters.

Aontú candidate in the Swinford electoral area, Tommy Horan, has expressed concern over the Government's policy to house international protection applicants.  "The lack of consultation with communities is causing major problems," he remarked.

Moy Davitts GAA unveil big plans Following on from the launch of its Development Plan 2024-2027 earlier this month, Moy Davitts GAA Club has issued a list of its key ambitions for the period.

Home to Mayo proudly presents a celebration of Irish culture, music and entertainment at centre stage in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar this coming Friday night, May 24.

State funding for Leisure Centre There was excellent news for Foxford Sports and Leisure Centre last week with confirmation of its inclusion in the latest round of the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme.

Wellbeing Week The National School pupils at Scoil an Croí Naofa in Foxford will this week participate in several activities as part of ‘Wellbeing Week’ which runs until this coming Friday, May 10.

Straide Pieta Darkness into Light Walk will take place at 4. 15am on the morning of Saturday, May 11.  This will be Straide’s first year as an official walk and everyone is welcomed to come and meet up in the village and walk this lovely rural route.

A Mayo woman was the lucky winner of a holiday in Gala Retail’s Home or Away store promotion recently.

A half century of Moy Davitts GAA was commemorated in St Michael’s Church, Foxford last Friday evening as Fr Padraig Costello celebrated a 50th Anniversary Mass in the company of former club player Fr Dan O’Mahony, his brother Fr Stephen O’Mahony, ...

Day for the birds A fantastic event is in store for all the family next Sunday, April 21 as the Mayo branch of Birdwatch Ireland holds an outing in Foxford.

Congrats to the clean-up crew Foxford has been looking resplendent this past week thanks to the excellent work of the large number of volunteers who took part in the An Taisce National Spring Clean on Easter Monday.

The draining of the river Moy, which was carried out during the 1960s and early 1970s, was a project that was both welcomed and resented in equal measure by those most effected by the scheme.

Foxford Way set for upgrade€262,500 in funding has just been allocated to nine outdoor recreation trails/walking projects in Mayo, with the Cullonaughton section of the Foxford Way Looped Walk among them.

What: Two bedroom bungalow Where: Cloonconlon, Straide, FoxfordPrice: €295,000 {element}This really is a little piece of heaven.