news - Western People

news

New community centre on the way for Mayo town

New community centre on the way for Mayo town

Mayo County Council have granted planning permission for a new community centre in Ardnaree. The local authority have given the green light for the proposed works that will see the demolition of the existing Sean Duffy Community Centre built in 1971.

Successful fundraiser to mark 40th anniversary of Ballina business

Successful fundraiser to mark 40th anniversary of Ballina business

Mayo motorist detected travelling well above the speed limit during bank holiday weekend

Mayo motorist detected travelling well above the speed limit during bank holiday weekend

Mayo town's new facility gets €3 million boost

Mayo town's new facility gets €3 million boost

Majority of Achill families signed up to Smartphone Free initiative

Majority of Achill families signed up to Smartphone Free initiative

'Brought joy to all who knew him' - Tributes paid to victim of Mayo road crash

'Brought joy to all who knew him' - Tributes paid to victim of Mayo road crash

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025

Gardaí have urged anyone who may have any information on the fatal collision to come forward.

PROPERTY: Former Mayo Garda station in popular location is on the market €120,000

PROPERTY: Former Mayo Garda station in popular location is on the market €120,000

Fri, 22 Aug, 2025

This is a rare chance to secure a substantial former Garda station with adjoining residential quarters.

PROPERTY: Oasis fan? Mayo ancestral home hits the market

PROPERTY: Oasis fan? Mayo ancestral home hits the market

Thu, 21 Aug, 2025

The property is only 10km from Ireland West Airport Knock.

'Hello Café' will connect people in Ballina

'Hello Café' will connect people in Ballina

Thu, 21 Aug, 2025

An initiative being hosted at a café in Ballina is helping people connect with others in the local community while offering a friendly chat and a listening ear to all.

Mayo woman dies after she was struck by bus in London

Mayo woman dies after she was struck by bus in London

Thu, 21 Aug, 2025

A Mayo woman lost her life after she was struck by a bus in London.

Funeral details announced for man who died in Mayo crash

Funeral details announced for man who died in Mayo crash

Thu, 21 Aug, 2025

May he rest in peace.

'Deeply saddened' - Mayo restaurant announces its imminent closure

'Deeply saddened' - Mayo restaurant announces its imminent closure

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

A Mayo restaurant has announced its closure this coming weekend.

'Making a positive impact' - Mayo company celebrates 30 years in business

'Making a positive impact' - Mayo company celebrates 30 years in business

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

It is a significant milestone that highlights the company’s long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and community.

PROPERTY: Dream modern Mayo home with spectacular views hits the market

PROPERTY: Dream modern Mayo home with spectacular views hits the market

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

Completed in 2025, this exceptional home is presented in turnkey condition.

Sun safety warning after young Mayo man's death

Sun safety warning after young Mayo man's death

Wed, 20 Aug, 2025

A woman who lost her Mayo husband to skin cancer has warned of the importance of sun safety. Tom Walsh, originally from The Neale, was just 32 when he lost his life to melanoma last April.

Western People ePaper

Subscribe to the Western People digital edition today from just €1.50 per week