He is wished great happiness and health in his retirement.

Below is selected Weather Data for Belmullet Met Eireann all Weather Station, (1st January to 29th December 2024 inc. )  Wind: Highest gust 133 km/hour - recorded on October 20, 2024. Rainfall: Yearly total: 1171.

Potential impacts include hazardous travelling conditions with travel and service disruption.

Other locations in this year's new series include Aughris in Sligo.

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A total of 159 fixed charge notices – the term to describe fines for motoring offences - have been issued for the station.

The achievement secures them a place at the national awards ceremony to be held at Dublin City Hall.

A Mayo councillor believes the people of Castlebar are enthused by the prospect of the historic Imperial Hotel being re-opened. Mayo County Council has agreed to the sale of the historic Imperial Hotel in the county town.

The works are being carried out by Mayo County Council.

A major housing development has been granted planning permission in Ballinrobe despite some local objections.