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'It was a miracle nobody was killed' - pub collapses in Kilkelly

'It was a miracle nobody was killed' - pub collapses in Kilkelly

Fri, 03 Nov, 2023

Three adults and two children had a miraculous escape when a pub premises collapsed in Kilkelly last Tuesday. Gardaí and emergency services were called to the scene after the three-storey building gave way at about 8. 45am.
Woman with 'green diesel' in Mercedes gets community service

Woman with 'green diesel' in Mercedes gets community service

Fri, 03 Nov, 2023

A woman who used 'green diesel' to fuel her Mercedes-Benz has been ordered to undertake community service.
'It's not a game of crude pork barrel politics... people expect you to do your job nationally'

'It's not a game of crude pork barrel politics... people expect you to do your job nationally'

Fri, 03 Nov, 2023

In the second part of his new series, ADRIAN LANGAN chats with former Taoiseach Enda Kenny about the challenges facing a politician from the West, especially when it comes to managing local expectations.
Decarbonisation project in West Mayo village may be pilot for Ireland

Decarbonisation project in West Mayo village may be pilot for Ireland

Fri, 03 Nov, 2023

A new project in the West Mayo village of Mulranny could become a pilot for the rest of the country, councillors have been told.
Visiting Ministers have 'done nothing for Crossmolina'

Visiting Ministers have 'done nothing for Crossmolina'

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

Fine Gael TD Michael Ring has again raised the need to progress the Crossmolina (River Deel) Flood Relief Scheme.
Westport fury over lack of housing for pyrite homeowners

Westport fury over lack of housing for pyrite homeowners

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

Residents in a Westport housing estate that is ravaged by pyrite are on the verge of becoming homeless, a local councillor has warned.
Mayo councillor says speed limit review is 'absolutely ridiculous'

Mayo councillor says speed limit review is 'absolutely ridiculous'

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

The national speed limit review, which would see some speed limits reduced by 20km/h, is a knee-jerk reaction and lacks common sense, according to Mayo councillors.
Councillor claims three homes are in danger of collapsing onto Westport car park

Councillor claims three homes are in danger of collapsing onto Westport car park

Thu, 02 Nov, 2023

A Westport councillor has queried why a housing estate in the town was given the green light by engineers over three decades ago despite not meeting planning conditions.
West of Ireland charity receives a 'once-in-a-lifetime' gift

West of Ireland charity receives a 'once-in-a-lifetime' gift

Wed, 01 Nov, 2023

A very substantial legacy gift to Croí, the West of Ireland heart and stroke charity, is set to transform its work in the area of stroke prevention and post-hospital community support for those recovering from a stroke.
Lahardane GP vacancy talks are ongoing

Lahardane GP vacancy talks are ongoing

Wed, 01 Nov, 2023

Discussions are underway between the HSE and a doctor interested in taking up the GP vacancy in Lahardane.

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