On 21 June 1971, something extraordinary was stirring in Castlebar, the kind of buzz that gave the evening a momentous feel. This was a Thursday evening in the town like no other.

The students who have been part of this mission to help St Muredach’s College win the biggest prize of all in schools’ basketball are part of a journey the likes the Ballina school has never seen since its doors opened in 1906.

These are heady days in St Muredach’s College as the Ballina secondary school looks to pull off a monumental feat.

I have absolutely no idea what roads, paths, boreens, mountains, hills or thrills 2025 will bring – but I am up for anything. I am mad for road and I sure intend to make the most of every opportunity the year brings.

When people talk about volunteerism they normally complain about the lack of volunteers in our everyday lives when in fact there are some brilliant and trustworthy people who give of themselves and seek nothing in return.

The GAA have announced the postponement of Sunday’s planned AIB GAA Football All-Ireland Intermediate Club Championship Final between Crossmolina Deel Rovers and Ballinderry.

Sam Callinan is preparing for another busy schedule in 2025.

Following a prolonged absence, Ciara Whyte has spent the past few weeks gradually readjusting to the life of a Mayo footballer.

Sligo Rovers have suffered a significant departure ahead of the 2025 League of Ireland Premier Division season.

A charity darts competition is taking place in Mayo this weekend.