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Duffy delivers maiden speech in the Seanad

Duffy reports 'significant' progress on Ballina project

Fine Gael Senator Mark Duffy has welcomed "significant progress" on the long-awaited development of the IDA Business Park on the Sligo Road in Ballina. Senator Duffy said the news marks "a major step forward for economic growth in County Mayo".

Mayo councillors approve €2.29m in borrowings for home loans

Mayo councillors approve €2.29m in borrowings for home loans

Congratulations: Major accolades for popular Mayo restaurant

Congratulations: Major accolades for popular Mayo restaurant

Missing person appeal stood down following discovery of body

Missing person appeal stood down following discovery of body

'A priority' - significant breakthrough for major Ballina development

'A priority' - significant breakthrough for major Ballina development

Sligo family wins €300,000 in National Lottery

Double win for West of Ireland Lotto players

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

Mayo player becomes 20th National Lottery millionaire of 2024

Corolla Cross is a spacious and frugal family car

Corolla Cross is a spacious and frugal family car

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

MMAI Toyota's Corolla model is available as a saloon, hatchback or Sports Tourer estate. In recent times a Cross version has been added to the mix which is a crossover SUV. All are offered as self-charging hybrid electrics.

Forum teases out the benefits of moving to Mayo

Forum teases out the benefits of moving to Mayo

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

‘Why Choose Mayo?’ This was the topical subject of an interesting discussion held in Walters Bar & Venue, in Dún Laoghaire in Dublin, on Wednesday night last, July 3.

Mayo politicians welcome funding boost for first-time buyers

Mayo politicians welcome funding boost for first-time buyers

Sun, 14 Jul, 2024

Local representatives have welcomed the announcement last week that the price ceiling for the First Home Scheme has been increased by €25,000 in County Mayo, to €350,000, which will result in more First-Time Buyers qualifying for the scheme.

Car crash claims lives of Mayo footballer and his mother

Car crash claims lives of Mayo footballer and his mother

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

South Mayo has been plunged into sadness with the news that a young footballer who has represented Mayo at various levels has tragically lost his life in a car crash in Pakistan.

Two senior gardaí are appointed to Mayo district

Two senior gardaí are appointed to Mayo district

Sat, 13 Jul, 2024

Mayo is to get two new Garda superintendents. Superintendent Peter Conlon will transfer from the Galway Division to Ballina Garda Station on promotion.

American movie star to direct film at Mayo golf course

American movie star to direct film at Mayo golf course

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

The Saving Private Ryan actor called the course the most glorious in Ireland.

Mayo schools to benefit from significant extensions

Mayo schools to benefit from significant extensions

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

Two Mayo schools will benefit from significant extensions.

Local Link expands Mayo town service

Local Link expands Mayo town service

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

The service is free to those in receipt of social welfare payments and costs €2.50 per journey for all other passengers.

Alert: Potential traffic disruption in Mayo areas due to event taking place this weekend

Alert: Potential traffic disruption in Mayo areas due to event taking place this weekend

Fri, 12 Jul, 2024

The county council has issued an appeal to motorists to be mindful of participants.

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