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Plan to convert rural Mayo pub into apartments is rejected

Plan to convert rural Mayo pub into apartments is rejected

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

A proposal to convert a former Mayo pub into apartments has been rejected by Mayo County Council. An application was lodged with the local authority for a change of use of Digger Jay’s in Toorbuck, Ayle, Westport.
Mayo weather warning: When it takes effect

Mayo weather warning: When it takes effect

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Potential impacts include localised flooding, poor visibility and difficult travelling conditions.
ALERT: Weather warning issued for Mayo

ALERT: Weather warning issued for Mayo

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

The weather warning will be valid from 6pm today (Wednesday, August 27) until 6pm tomorrow (Thursday, August 28).   
Calls for judicial review of Mayo planning decision

Calls for judicial review of Mayo planning decision

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

A letter has been sent to Mayo County Council and all councillors urging the local authority to examine a possible judicial review of a controversial planning decision.
Biodiversity plans for town park in Mayo

Biodiversity plans for town park in Mayo

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Mayo County Council Biodiversity Officer has received funding through the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Local Biodiversity Action Fund to put in place biodiversity enhancement measures for Castlebar Town Park.
Hollywood actor spotted touring around the West of Ireland

Hollywood actor spotted touring around the West of Ireland

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Renowned American actor Steve Carell has been spotted in the West of Ireland.
Carol completes unique swimming feat

Carol completes unique swimming feat

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Mayo woman Carol Commons made history last week when she became the first person from Connacht to swim the North Channel from Ireland to Scotland.
CAO round one offers: Date, time and acceptance closing date for Mayo students

CAO round one offers: Date, time and acceptance closing date for Mayo students

Wed, 27 Aug, 2025

Best of luck to all!
Congratulations: Local man wins major Mayo fishing competition

Congratulations: Local man wins major Mayo fishing competition

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

Well done to all who took part in this fantastic event
Two popular Mayo beaches discover 'clean' status ranking

Two popular Mayo beaches discover 'clean' status ranking

Tue, 26 Aug, 2025

33 beaches, harbours, rivers and their immediate environs were monitored by An Taisce on behalf of IBAL in June and July. 

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