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Call for more funds for footpaths in Mayo towns

Call for more funds for footpaths in Mayo towns

An East Mayo councillor has called for more funding for footpaths in Swinford and Charlestown. Cllr Gerry Murray told the February meeting of Claremorris-Swinford Municipal District that he had received several calls from pedestrians who had fallen.

If the walls could talk… ex Minister’s office up for sale

If the walls could talk… ex Minister’s office up for sale

Political fire still burns for 'John O'

Political fire still burns for 'John O'

Ballina Fianna Fáil elects new officer board

Ballina Fianna Fáil elects new officer board

Civic reception proposed for President

Civic reception proposed for President

'Ecumenical matter' prompts Westport councillors to vent their anger

Traffic back-up at junction in Westport is 'a nightmare'

Wed, 31 Dec, 2025

A local councillor has called for urgent works on the Golf Course Road in Westport in order to reduce the back-up of traffic occurring at the junction with the Newport Road.

Ballina councillors pooled funding for road improvement scheme

Ballina councillors pooled funding for road improvement scheme

Sat, 29 Nov, 2025

Members of Ballina Municipal District have thanked Mayo County Council for taking in charge the Grange Road at Deel Bridge in Crossmolina.

Mayo County Council's €220m budget adopted

Mayo County Council's €220m budget adopted

Fri, 28 Nov, 2025

Mayo councillors have adopted a €219. 6m budget for next year. There will be no increase in commercial rates. Peter Duggan, Mayo County Council’s head of finance, told the annual budget meeting that State grants of €117.

'People are having to wait a week for doctors' appointments'

'People are having to wait a week for doctors' appointments'

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025

A Ballinrobe councillor has complained that it takes too long to get an appointment to see a doctor.

West Mayo councillors slam ‘demeaning’ budget meeting

West Mayo councillors slam ‘demeaning’ budget meeting

Tue, 18 Nov, 2025

A budget meeting for the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District last Wednesday was described as ‘demeaning’ to councillors and council officials by the cathaoirleach, Cllr Peter Flynn.

New council building for Mayo town

New council building for Mayo town

Sat, 15 Nov, 2025

A new building for outdoor staff at Mayo County Council’s Ballinasmalla Depot, at Castlegar, Claremorris, has been given the green light.

Calls for progress on urgent footpath works in Mayo area

‘Confusion’ over Mayo land rezoning

Wed, 05 Nov, 2025

Members of the public are unsure about the proposed variation of the Mayo County Development Plan for the purposes of opening up new residential development lands, a Castlebar councillor has stated.

Council meeting adjourned after Castlebar bereavements

Council meeting adjourned after Castlebar bereavements

Tue, 04 Nov, 2025

The October monthly meeting of Castlebar Municipal District was adjourned last Wednesday following two recent local deaths.

Senator Duffy opens new Ballina office

Senator Duffy opens new Ballina office

Mon, 27 Oct, 2025

Fine Gael Senator Mark Duffy has officially opened his new constituency office at Garden Street in Ballina.

Mayo road was left in an 'appalling' state after works

Council 'must show common sense' on rural housing

Sun, 26 Oct, 2025

A heated 75-minute discussion on rural planning dominated the October monthly meeting of the Westport-Belmullet Municipal District.

Mayo flooding issues highlighted

Castlebar councillor slams 'lack of delivery' to county town

Tue, 21 Oct, 2025

A Castlebar councillor has accused management at Mayo County Council of being unable to deliver on large-scale projects.

Ballina councillors rail against 'neglect' of North Mayo

Ballina councillors rail against 'neglect' of North Mayo

Sat, 18 Oct, 2025

Ballina and North Mayo are getting "second-fiddle treatment" from Mayo Co Council, according to local councillors.

'Mysterious' Mayo street sweeper

Road sweeper is 'not being utilised enough'

Fri, 17 Oct, 2025

The Cathaoirleach of Ballina Municipal District has called on Mayo County Council to organise a schedule for the local road sweeper to include smaller towns in the district.

'Someone will be killed' by speeding motorists in Mayo town

'Urgent' drainage works needed in Mayo village

Mon, 13 Oct, 2025

Mayo County Council has been asked to carry out "urgent" drainage works at Ardagh to prevent future flooding.

Upgrade sought for 'one of the worst roads' in Mayo

Upgrade sought for 'one of the worst roads' in Mayo

Fri, 10 Oct, 2025

Two councillors joined forces at last week’s meeting of the Claremorris-Swinford Municipal District to call for an upgrade to a dangerous road on the Mayo/Roscommon border.

'Not one complaint': Major energy project has been well received

'Not one complaint': Major energy project has been well received

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025

A South Mayo renewable energy project has been praised for the manner in which it has progressed. Construction got underway in recent weeks on Ireland's largest agri-based biomethane plant near Ballinrobe.

'One hell of a guy': Tributes paid to departing engineer

'One hell of a guy': Tributes paid to departing engineer

Wed, 08 Oct, 2025

Councillors in the Claremorris Municipal District have paid tribute to a departing area engineer and called for Mayo County Council's human resources section to advance the recruitment campaign for a replacement.

'Ecumenical matter' prompts Westport councillors to vent their anger

'Ecumenical matter' prompts Westport councillors to vent their anger

Wed, 08 Oct, 2025

Councillors in Westport have expressed annoyance that the local priest was not asked to bless a new housing estate recently.

New casual trading bye-laws adopted in Mayo town

New casual trading bye-laws adopted in Mayo town

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Castlebar councillors clashed over the provision of toilets as a vote was needed to approve new casual trading bye-laws for the town.

Council is accused of 'sale of the century' over land disposals

Council is accused of 'sale of the century' over land disposals

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025

Mayo County Council has been accused of embarking on "a sale of the century" by selling its portfolio of properties at a time when land is needed for housing.

Traffic chaos in Mayo town 'is nuts'

Traffic chaos in Mayo town 'is nuts'

Wed, 01 Oct, 2025

Increased traffic in Castlebar is leading to long delays

Councillor says flood risks not being addressed

Councillor says flood risks not being addressed

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

A West Mayo councillor has called for "joined-up thinking" on flood management, noting that measures are not being taken to reduce the causes of flooding.

Rebuilt Erris pub is 'an example of how to get things done'

Rebuilt Erris pub is 'an example of how to get things done'

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

The Munnelly family in Geesala are being held up as an example of how to get things done after they rebuilt their fire-destroyed public house in a matter of months.

CPOs for Mayo greenway 'would lead to war'

CPOs for Mayo greenway 'would lead to war'

Sun, 21 Sep, 2025

West Mayo councillors have claimed that landowners along the route of the proposed Belclare to Murrisk greenway will be subject to compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) if the project goes ahead.

Upgrade of Mayo road is 'going to cost millions'

Council should 'appreciate' Mayo's young home builders

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

Young people seeking to build their own houses in Mayo should be appreciated and supported for wanting to live in the county, according to members of Mayo Co Council.

Modular homes 'must be an option' in Mayo

Modular homes 'must be an option' in Mayo

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

A senior official with Mayo County Council has said modular housing is an option that builders in the county should consider.

Councillor disputes claims about derelict buildings in his town

Councillor disputes claims about derelict buildings in his town

Sat, 20 Sep, 2025

An Independent councillor has rejected media reports about a problem with derelict buildings in Claremorris.

'Someone will be killed' by speeding motorists in Mayo town

Councillors bemoan lack of power while 'county stands still'

Fri, 19 Sep, 2025

A local councillor has claimed that demographic and planning figures over the last half century show that Mayo is “standing still and not making progress".

Mayo councillors extend sympathy to bereaved local families

Mayo councillors extend sympathy to bereaved local families

Thu, 18 Sep, 2025

Members of Mayo County Council have extended votes of sympathy to two local families who lost family members recently.

New policy directives can 'ease' Mayo housing crisis

Hazardous exit at Mayo GAA pitch still not resolved

Wed, 10 Sep, 2025

A local councillor has accused Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) of failing to honour its commitment to realign a dangerous exit from the grounds of a South Mayo GAA club.

Frustration over council neglect of Mayo village

Frustration over council neglect of Mayo village

Wed, 06 Aug, 2025

The Lahardane community feel neglected by Mayo County Council, a meeting of Castlebar Municipal District heard. Cllr Harry Barrett said he recently had a meeting the Lahardane's Tidy Towns Committee.

Lawless welcomes new powers for Criminal Assets Bureau

Lawless welcomes new powers for Criminal Assets Bureau

Wed, 30 Jul, 2025

Paul Lawless has welcomed the Criminal Assets Bill and the additional powers it would give to the Criminal Assets Bureau.

Funding still not provided to fell dangerous trees

Funding still not provided to fell dangerous trees

Fri, 25 Jul, 2025

Members of Mayo County Council have complained that work to remove dangerous overhanging and damaged trees along roadsides is not being carried out.

Councillors make decision on rate of property tax in Mayo

Councillors make decision on rate of property tax in Mayo

Tue, 22 Jul, 2025

Members of Mayo County Council have rejected a proposal to increase the rate of the Local Property Tax (LPT) in Mayo to 15% beyond the case rate.

Civic reception for Ring

Civic reception for Ring

Sat, 12 Jul, 2025

Westport-Belmullet Municipal District plans to host a civic reception in honour of former Mayo TD and Minister Michael Ring on Friday, July 25 next.

Mayo councillors differ on abolition of town councils

Mayo councillors differ on abolition of town councils

Fri, 11 Jul, 2025

A Castlebar-based county councillor has branded his political career “a disaster” since the abolition of town councils 11 years ago.

Westport e-bikes ‘left all over the place’

Problems with Lime Bikes in Castlebar

Mon, 07 Jul, 2025

The outgoing Cathaoirleach of Castlebar Municipal District has said that while Lime Bikes are “a brilliant addition to the town”, they are also “adding problems”.

Flynn takes top role in Westport-Belmullet

Flynn takes top role in Westport-Belmullet

Sun, 06 Jul, 2025

Westport councillor Peter Flynn has been elected unopposed as the Cathaoirleach of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District (MD), succeeding Cllr Seán Carey.

Lack of road markings in Mayo town is 'a disaster'

Lack of road markings in Mayo town is 'a disaster'

Sun, 06 Jul, 2025

A Castlebar councillor has claimed that the lack of road markings in the county town is proving “a disaster”.

Mayo flooding issues highlighted

Mayo flooding issues highlighted

Sun, 06 Jul, 2025

Mayo County Council has been asked to look into three areas in the Castlebar Municipal District where flooding is a problem.

Articulated lorry keeps parking on Mayo cycle lane

Articulated lorry keeps parking on Mayo cycle lane

Fri, 04 Jul, 2025

Councillors in Castlebar are calling on the owner of a company whose articulated truck is regularly parked on a cycle lane on the Pontoon Road to attend the next meeting of the authority to address the matter.

Return of town councils is shot down by taskforce member

Return of town councils is shot down by taskforce member

Thu, 03 Jul, 2025

A Mayo councillor who is part of a new local government taskforce does not believe a return to town councils should be considered. Cllr Damien Ryan made the comments at the annual general meeting of the Claremorris-Swinford Municipal District (MD).

More cleaning needed on ‘grubby’ streets

More cleaning needed on ‘grubby’ streets

Wed, 02 Jul, 2025

Some of the main streets of Mayo's county town "look grubby", according to a local councillorIndependent Cllr Harry Barrett told last week's Castlebar Municipal District meeting that a cleaning schedule needs to be put in place to keep the county ...

Burke is new Cathaoirleach in Claremorris-Swinford MD

Burke is new Cathaoirleach in Claremorris-Swinford MD

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

Fine Gael’s Michael Burke is the new Cathoirleach of Claremorris-Swinford Municipal District. The Ballinrobe councillor takes over the role from Cllr Damien Ryan having been elected by fellow councillors at the annual general meeting last Wednesday.

Vandalism incidents in Mayo town are condemned

Vandalism incidents in Mayo town are condemned

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

Cllr Ger Deere and Cllr Donna Sheridan both condemned the vandalism.

Overhanging trees ‘causing a huge problem’ on Mayo roads

Overhanging trees ‘causing a huge problem’ on Mayo roads

Tue, 01 Jul, 2025

A Castlebar councillor has said overhanging trees on roads in the district are causing a huge problem for motorists.

New Mayo County Council chair to be named

New Mayo County Council chair to be named

Wed, 25 Jun, 2025

Belmullet man Sean Carey is expected to named as the new Cathaoirleach of Mayo County Council later this week. The Fianna Fail councillor looks set to take over the roie from Fine Gael’s John O’Hara at Friday’s AGM of Mayo County Council.

Rising number of homeless cases in Mayo

Rising number of homeless cases in Mayo

Fri, 20 Jun, 2025

There are currently 217 homeless people, including 69 children, in Mayo.

Councillor prepared to march on Uisce Éireann HQ over sewage issue

Councillor prepared to march on Uisce Éireann HQ over sewage issue

Thu, 19 Jun, 2025

A Mayo councillor has said he is prepared to lead a protest march on Uisce Éireann's headquarters as frustration mounts over a lack of action in delivering a new wastewater treatment plant in Newport.

Councillors frustrated after €15m goes unspent

Councillors frustrated after €15m goes unspent

Wed, 18 Jun, 2025

Councillors are frustrated that Mayo County Council had an underspend of up to €15 million in its 2024 budget when they are continually told there is no money in the coffers for projects.

Council planners causing frustration for Mayo councillors

Council planners causing frustration for Mayo councillors

Tue, 17 Jun, 2025

Mayo county councillors have expressed their frustration with the planning process.

Mayo hotel no longer considered for IPAS centre

Mayo hotel no longer considered for IPAS centre

Tue, 17 Jun, 2025

It has been confirmed that a Crossmolina property is no longer being considered as a potential centre for international protection applicants.

More locals roads funding is sought for Mayo

More locals roads funding is sought for Mayo

Thu, 29 May, 2025

Councillors in Ballina have agreed to write to the two ministers responsible for the Local Improvement Scheme (LIS) to ask for an increase in funding to Mayo, writes Paul O'Malley.

Cathaoirleach has 'served Mayo with distinction'

Cathaoirleach has 'served Mayo with distinction'

Thu, 22 May, 2025

The home village of outgoing Mayo County Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr John O’Hara, played host to one of his final meetings as chairperson.

Councillors pay tribute to deceased politicians

Councillors pay tribute to deceased politicians

Wed, 21 May, 2025

Mayo county councillors have paid tribute to the late Paddy O’Toole and Bridie Greavy.

Over €1.6m paid to Mayo councillors in 2024

Over €1.6m paid to Mayo councillors in 2024

Mon, 28 Apr, 2025

More than €1. 6m was paid to Mayo County councillors in 2024. The local authority has released the payments made to elected members last year. The biggest earner was now retired Independent councillor Seamus Weir.

Council chief allays concerns over staffing levels in Mayo town

Council chief allays concerns over staffing levels in Mayo town

Wed, 23 Apr, 2025

The chief executive of Mayo County Council has attempted to alleviate staffing fears among Castlebar-based councillors.

Solar panels on Mayo homes remain unconnected for six years

Solar panels on Mayo homes remain unconnected for six years

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

Solar panels on a number of Mayo County Council homes have been left disconnected for more than six years.

Meeting hears of Mayo houses 'on the verge of collapse'

Meeting hears of Mayo houses 'on the verge of collapse'

Mon, 21 Apr, 2025

An Erris councillor has urged Mayo County Council to take action on council-owned houses with pyrite that have been allowed to lie derelict.

Road is the 'worst in Co Mayo'

Road is the 'worst in Co Mayo'

Sun, 20 Apr, 2025

A West Mayo councillor said the road between Louisburgh and Westport is now among the worst in the county. Cllr Chris Maxwell told the monthly meeting of Mayo County Council that damage is being caused to vehicles.

'Rats as big as cats' in Mayo storage yard

'Rats as big as cats' in Mayo storage yard

Sat, 19 Apr, 2025

A Mayo councillor has said "rats as big as cats" have made their home in a council yard. Cllr Blackie Gavin said Mayo County Council is storing timber and wood that came down during Storm Éowyn in a yard in Castlebar.

Relief road option in Mayo village would run through local supermarket

Relief road option in Mayo village would run through local supermarket

Fri, 18 Apr, 2025

South Mayo councillors say the number of proposed routes for the Cong relief road is causing considerable anxiety in the community.

Bus stop signs in Mayo town had to removed 48 hours later

Bus stop signs in Mayo town had to removed 48 hours later

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

The National Transport Authority (NTA) has “thrown Mayo County Council under the bus”, claimed a local councillor. Fianna Fáil Cllr Brendan Mulroy accused the NTA of hanging the council out to dry in the wake of a bus stop fiasco in Newport.

Calls for Minister for Justice to attend Mayo County Council meeting

Calls for Minister for Justice to attend Mayo County Council meeting

Thu, 17 Apr, 2025

Mayo councillors want the Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan to attend a meeting of Mayo County Council to hear their concerns about the replacement of Joint Policing Committees (JPC) with Local Community Safety Partnerships.

West Mayo roads are 'totally underfunded'

West Mayo roads are 'totally underfunded'

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025

Funding for local and regional roads in Mayo is inadequate and a call must be made to the Government for emergency monies in order to bring them up to standard, an Achill councillor has stated.

Calls for traffic light trial at busy Mayo junction

Calls for traffic light trial at busy Mayo junction

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Castlebar councillors are pushing for traffic lights to be trialled at a problematic junction.

Cllrs seek to stop sending local families to Charlestown

Cllrs seek to stop sending local families to Charlestown

Tue, 01 Apr, 2025

Castlebar councillors have called for the Municipal District to immediately cease sending local families seeking emergency accommodation to Charlestown.

Mayo councillors threaten confidence vote in chief executive

Mayo councillors threaten confidence vote in chief executive

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Castlebar councillors are prepared to table a vote of no confidence in the chief executive of Mayo County Council if staffing disparities in the municipal district are not addressed.

New councillor is welcomed to Ballina Municipal District

New councillor is welcomed to Ballina Municipal District

Mon, 31 Mar, 2025

Newly co-opted Independent councillor Marie-Therese Duffy was warmly welcomed to her first Ballina Municipal District meeting by her colleagues last Monday, writes Paul O'Malley.

Rugby match sign switch irks Castlebar councillors

Rugby match sign switch irks Castlebar councillors

Fri, 28 Mar, 2025

Castlebar councillors were left flabbergasted that Mayo Co Council replaced a Castlebar Municipal District sign welcoming the Connacht and Munster rugby teams.

Many vacant homes in Mayo 'are owned by our emigrants'

Many vacant homes in Mayo 'are owned by our emigrants'

Fri, 07 Mar, 2025

Achill natives who have moved away and become part of Ireland’s diaspora must be helped to return home to revitalise the local community, according to a local councillor.

Call to reinstate village placename signs in West Mayo

Call to reinstate village placename signs in West Mayo

Fri, 07 Mar, 2025

A Westport councillor is calling for the reinstatement of village placename signs along the new N5 Westport to Turlough road. The signs were removed while the road was being built.

Recent weather has had huge impact on roads, says councillor

Recent weather has had huge impact on roads, says councillor

Fri, 07 Mar, 2025

A councillor said the bad weather of recent months has left many roads in a poor state.

'New speed limits are even confusing Mr Google'

'New speed limits are even confusing Mr Google'

Thu, 06 Mar, 2025

Councillors in West Mayo continue to be exercised about the symbolic five black lines on road signs for the new 60kph speed zones in the county.

Glowing tributes to 'unique and decent' local politician

Glowing tributes to 'unique and decent' local politician

Wed, 05 Mar, 2025

Fond tributes were paid to the late Margaret Adams at last week's meeting of Westport-Belmullet Municipal District.

Uisce Éireann 'hiding' over Newport sewage treatment plant

Uisce Éireann 'hiding' over Newport sewage treatment plant

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

Mayo's five TDs need to be proactive in progressing the promised Newport Sewage Treatment Plant, according to local councillors who have heard nothing from Uisce Éireann (Irish Water) about the matter despite repeated calls for clarification.

Councillors 'must be consulted' on zoning plans for new housing

Councillors 'must be consulted' on zoning plans for new housing

Tue, 04 Mar, 2025

A Castlebar councillor has asked for local public representatives to be consulted on any new zoning plans for housing in Mayo.

New housing scheme 'should be double in size'

New housing scheme 'should be double in size'

Sat, 01 Mar, 2025

A member of Mayo County Council has said a new 50-unit social housing development in Westport should be double the size.

Mayo councillors want tax on short-term rentals

Mayo councillors want tax on short-term rentals

Thu, 27 Feb, 2025

Mayo councillors are calling for the imposition of a tax on holiday homes and the regulation of the Airbnb sector. Fine Gael Cllr Peter Flynn raised the matter at last Thursday's meeting of Mayo Co Council's housing strategic policy committee (SPC).

Amnesty proposed for derelict properties

Amnesty proposed for derelict properties

Thu, 27 Feb, 2025

A novel tax amnesty scheme to help owners either sell or redevelop derelict properties has been proposed by a Mayo councillor.

Councillors are unhappy with housing application process

Councillors are unhappy with housing application process

Wed, 26 Feb, 2025

A Mayo councillor has criticised the application process for social and affordable housing, saying it is too long and drawn out and a waste of time.

Over 50 applicants for five affordable homes in Mayo

Over 50 applicants for five affordable homes in Mayo

Tue, 25 Feb, 2025

There have been over 50 applicants for five affordable houses at a new 50-unit social housing scheme in Westport.

Tributes to Mayo politicians on recent notable successes

Tributes to Mayo politicians on recent notable successes

Sat, 22 Feb, 2025

Accolades have been paid at a meeting of Mayo Co Council to several local politicians who have enjoyed notable successes in their careers recently.

Key Mayo road has deteriorated from 'first to third world route'

Key Mayo road has deteriorated from 'first to third world route'

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

A local councillor has claimed that the N58 road linking Ballyvary to Foxford has deteriorated from "a first to a third world" route, writes Joan Geraghty.

Old bank building has become 'blight' on Mayo town

Old bank building has become 'blight' on Mayo town

Fri, 21 Feb, 2025

A Claremorris councillor has called for the Old Bank building on Lower James Street in the town to be de-listed as a protected structure to allow the site to be developed for housing.

Councillors voice anger over failure to tackle local crime

Councillors voice anger over failure to tackle local crime

Wed, 19 Feb, 2025

Members of Mayo County Council want a meeting with the Minister for Justice to resolve the impasse over the county's Joint Policing Committee (JPC), which has not been replaced since it ceased meetings almost a year ago.

New speed limits 'will see tractors overtaking cars'

New speed limits 'will see tractors overtaking cars'

Sun, 16 Feb, 2025

The recent reduction of speed limits on local roads from 80km to 60km is confusing motorists and leading to tailbacks, according to Mayo councillorsThe changes came into effect on February 7 last and were discussed three days later at Mayo Co ...

Councillors in ‘information vacuum’ after Storm Éowyn

Councillors in ‘information vacuum’ after Storm Éowyn

Sat, 15 Feb, 2025

The chief executive of Mayo County Council has agreed to look into the mobile phone system on offer to local councillors after a number expressed dissatisfaction with how it operates.

Council chief defends response to Storm Éowyn

Council chief defends response to Storm Éowyn

Sat, 15 Feb, 2025

The chief executive of Mayo County Council has rejected the suggestion of a breakdown in communication with the public in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn.

Urgent need for a pedestrian crossing at Mayo secondary school

Urgent need for a pedestrian crossing at Mayo secondary school

Tue, 04 Feb, 2025

Two members of Castlebar Municipal District have called on Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) to install a new pedestrian crossing in Balla as a matter of urgency close to the entrance to the local secondary school to ensure the safety of ...

Unbearable smell continues to plague residents in Mayo town

Unbearable smell continues to plague residents in Mayo town

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

Castlebar residents continue to be plagued by a foul smell emanating from a sewage treatment plant. Households on the Turlough Road have been forced to endure the unpleasant odour for months.

'If this storm came during the day there would have been serious fatalities'

'If this storm came during the day there would have been serious fatalities'

Fri, 31 Jan, 2025

Castlebar councillors have called for an emergency plan to be put in place for future storms. The carnage caused by Storm Éowyn was discussed at a meeting of Castlebar Municipal District last Wednesday.

Mayo Cllrs struggling to access emails despite €4.2m IT spend

Mayo Cllrs struggling to access emails despite €4.2m IT spend

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

Councillors have questioned Mayo County Council’s €4. 2m spend on IT when they are persistently experiencing email issues.

Forestry has become a "blight" in some parts of Mayo

Forestry has become a "blight" in some parts of Mayo

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

There are concerns that forestry developments are being granted planning permission without the usual protocols that apply to other applicants.

Council not ruling out Ceide Fields Unesco application

Council not ruling out Ceide Fields Unesco application

Fri, 17 Jan, 2025

Mayo County Council has not dismissed the idea of applying for Unesco Heritage Site status for the Ceide Fields in the future.

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