A man died in a workplace accident in the west on Monday evening. Gardaí said they were called contacted following a fatality at a workplace premises in Boyle, county Roscommon. A man, in his 40s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Ballaghaderreen is set to revive the tradition of the May Day Fair next month. This May Bank Holiday, ‘The Shambles’, in Ballaghaderreen will again play host to the event, which in the past, saw people come from far and wide to sell their produce.

IKEA Ireland is today opening its state-of-the-art distribution centre in Rathcoole in Dublin, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion within Ireland.

A Ballinrobe native has published the leading book in Ireland on the domestic violence law in Ireland.

The number of taxis Mayo has declined by almost one-fifth during the past five years and since the pandemic, according to new National Transport Authority figures.

Gardaí are calling on all motorists to support this Friday’s 24hr nationwide operation targeting speed, known as ‘Slow Down Day’ to make Irish roads safer for all road users.

SIR -I absolutely agree with Adrian Langan (Home Thoughts from Away, Western People, April 11, 2024) that the West needs significant investment in infrastructure to continually create sustained and sustainable economic growth.

Ballina’s bid to host the All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil was widely supported by councillors at this week’s monthly meeting of Mayo County Council.

Volunteers are needed in a variety of roles to assist with the upcoming Mayo. ie Western People Women’s Mini Marathon. Events like the Mayo.

Local representatives have said it is "a disgrace" that 16 council-owned houses are lying empty in Ballina.