The vehicle in which the men fled the scene was subsequently intercepted by Gardaí a short distance away.

A Director of Services with Mayo County Council has expressed concern over the handling of recent allocations under the Active Travel scheme.

"Thank you to all who helped us achieve this incredible honour!"

They added that any outstanding vouchers people have purchased from them will be honoured.

It is hoped that the construction of the long-awaited Tubbercurry Primary Care Centre may commence next October.

Belleek Woods has been closed due to recent damage caused by Storm Éowyn. In a social post, Cllr. Mark Duffy said: "Unfortunately Belleek Woods has to be closed for three weeks until extensive works are performed to make the area safe again.

A local councillor has highlighted an ongoing issue at two roads within the Ballina Municipal District.

Members of Ballina Tidy Towns have warned that grass will grow "higher than buildings" in the town if they do not find €27,000 to replace their run-down industrial lawnmower.

Normal train services have resumed today between Westport/Ballina and Athlone, Iarnród Éireann has announced. The service was suspended following power outages affecting the operation of level crossings in the area due to Storm Éowyn.

He also absorbed seven separate price increases for coffee in 2024.