I took a trip the other day to Dublin and ventured into Croke Park, on the Friday evening, to see for myself the outcome of Jim Gavin’s committee on a new way forward for the game of Gaelic football.

Warm tributes were paid at Swinford Courthouse last week to retiring Mayo coroner Patrick O’Connor, who concluded his last inquest after 36 years in the role.

Minister of State Dara Calleary TD has welcomed confirmation of the approvals.

It was matured for months under skies free from light pollution and is a medium 5.7% ABV.

The funeral is taking place in Knock this morning (Tuesday) of John Casserley who was murdered in an apartment in Ballina last week.

The Western Development Commission (WDC) is pleased to announce that it has led a successful €2 million Series A equity investment round in Ovagen, an innovative biotechnology company based in Ballina.

A South Mayo family have raised €24,000 for a local charity in memory of their son and brother.

Congratulations to all families.

On Tuesday last, October 22nd, Ballina girl Kiah Ruane celebrated her 10th birthday - and what a birthday it was because Kiah has defied all the odds by reaching 10.

Met Éireann has provided their Mayo weather forecast for this Halloween night.