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Oct 26, 2021

More than 2,000 new confirmed cases of Covid 19 this evening nationally

The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been notified of 2,193 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. As of 8am today, 513 COVID-19 patients are hospitalised, of which 97 are in ICU. Dr Tony Holohan, Chief Medical Officer, Department of Health says he…

Oct 26, 2021

Another national title for Newport Butchers

Kelly’s Butchers Newport has secured another national award. It has taken the title of Family Food/Drink Producer of the Year at the 2021 Energia Family Business Awards. The awards provide a platform for businesses at home and abroad to be recognized for…

Oct 26, 2021

Failed policies in recent years are to blame for climate change, according to Rural Ireland Organisation spokesperson

Two five-year plans, aiming to cut Irish greenhouse gas emissions in half by the end of the decade, have been released. The Climate Change Advisory Council is targeting cuts of 4.8pc a year up to 2025, followed by 8.3pc annually for a further 5 years. Climate…

Oct 26, 2021

Call to review need for fishing permits on the River Suck

The need for permits to fish on the River Suck is damaging local tourism, according to a Roscommon County Councillor. Ballintubber-based Councillor Anthony Waldron is calling on the local authority to liaise with Minister Eamon Ryan and Inland Fisheries…

Oct 26, 2021

Number of Covid patients in hospitals tops 500 for first time since March

The number of Covid-positive patients in Irish hospitals has gone above 500 for the first time since March 1st. 513 people with the virus are currently receiving treatment - an 8 percent increase on last Tuesday. Latest figures show there's 99 people with…

Oct 26, 2021

Public artwork to be commissioned to commemorate response to pandemic in Galway

Medtronic is partnering with the GMIT’s School of Design and Creative Arts to commission a public artwork commemorating the collaborative effort of the local community and Medtronic employees in responding to the COVID-19 crisis. The competitive process is…

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Oct 26, 2021

Mayo man steps down as Westmeath Ladies Football Manager

Sean Finnegan has stepped down as Westmeath ladies football manager just a few weeks after they were crowned All-Ireland intermediate champions. Working alongside Tommy Carr, the Mayo native spent three years at the helm, during which the Lake County held…

Oct 26, 2021

Andy Moran to launch his new book on Thursday evening

Former Mayo footballer Andy Moran will launch his new book in the TF Royal Hotel & Theatre in Castlebar this Thursday evening. "Andy - Lessons Learned in Pursuit of Glory" is the title of the book which gives some insights into his years as a senior…

Oct 25, 2021

Today's Mayo Minor Championship results

Mayo U18 A Semi-Final Castlebar Mitchels 4-11 Bohola Moy Davitts 0-12 Mayo U18 B Semi-Final Crossmolina Deel Rovers 6-14 Hollymount-Carramore 1-06

Oct 25, 2021

Last four of the Galway Club Football Championship this weekend

The two Galway Senior Football Championship semi-finals will take place in Pearse Stadium this Sunday. First up at 12:30 Corofin will take on Killannin and then at 2:15pm defending champions Moycullen will meet Mountbellew/Moylough. On Saturday the…

Oct 25, 2021

Exciting semi-final pairings in the Mayo Club Championship

There are some tasty semi-finals in store in the Mayo Club Championship in two weeks time. In the Connacht Gold Mayo Senior Football Championship semi-finals reigning champions Knockmore will take on Garrymore while the other last four pairing will see…

Oct 24, 2021

Mayo Football League results from today

Tonra Cup Final in Solar 21 Park Crossmolina 3 v 2 Moy Villa TP Brennan Connacht Cup – Round 1 Dysart 0 v 1 Fahy Rovers Kilglass Enniscrone Utd 2 v 1 Kiltimagh Knock Utd ‘B’ Conn Rangers 2 v 0 Manulla ‘B’ Elverys Sports Super League - Round 10 Ballyheane 5 v…