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Dec 09, 2021

Mental Health Commission publishes report into Mayo facility

The Mental Health Commission (MHC) published four inspection reports this week that included a facility in county Mayo. The Chief Executive of the Mental Health Commission, John Farrelly, commended all the centres for their high rates of compliance but warned…

Dec 09, 2021

Car crashes into numerous parked vehicles in Kiltimagh

Gardaí attended the scene of a road traffic collision on Aidan Street in Kiltimagh yesterday evening. They arrived at the scene at approximately 5:15pm. A vehicle travelling in the area struck a number of parked vehicles. No injuries were reported. The road…

Dec 09, 2021

Over 50s can avail of Covid vaccine boosters from today

Appointments for a booster Covid-19 vaccine will be offered to people over 50 from today. Walk-in centres will also be open to those in the age cohort. Up to now only people over 60 or those with underlying conditions have been able to avail of a third dose.

Dec 09, 2021

New supports set for the hospitality and live events sector

New business supports for the hospitality and live events sector will be confirmed today. The Government has agreed increased business supports for industries impacted by the latest restrictions. The measures will likely include enhanced CRSS payments and…

Dec 09, 2021

Many homes remain without power in the aftermath of Storm Barra

8,000 homes and businesses are still without power this morning in the aftermath of Storm Barra. The majority of those affected are along Atlantic coastal counties and in the south-east, with ESB crews working into the night to restore power. The largest…

Dec 09, 2021

Funeral arrangements announced for former Galway hurler who died in N18 crash

The man who died in a 2-vehicle collision in Co Galway on Tuesday was a well-known former hurler in Co Galway. The crash occurred at Kiltartan, on the N18 between Ardrahan and Gort, shortly after 3.30pm Tuesday, as Storm Barra raged across the West. The…

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Dec 09, 2021

Mayo manager and new Mayo GAA Chair issue joint statement

Following the election, at Convention last Sunday, of Seamus Tuohy as Chairperson of Mayo GAA both he and Senior Football Manager James Horan have issued the following joint statement: As the new Chairperson of Mayo GAA County Board I would like to…

Dec 09, 2021

Change of venue for Connacht LGFA Intermediate final

Connacht LGFA Intermediate Club Championship Final Tourlestrane Gaa vs Castlebar Lgfc Sunday 12th Dec: 1pm Swinford Amenity Park Swinford, Co. Mayo.

Dec 09, 2021

Westport man makes second appearance for Irish amateur team

Gary Cunningham played the second half in goal for the Ireland Amateur team last night. The Westport United man came on at half-time in place of Brendan O’Connell, who has been the regular goalkeeper for this squad for the last number of years. The Irish…

Dec 08, 2021

Mayo face tough opener in Connacht U20 Championship

Mayo face a tough opener in the Connacht U20 Football Championship. Maurice Sheridan's side will meet Galway in the preliminary round on Wednesday April 6th. The winner will progress to the semi-finals to take on Leitrim on April 13th. The Connacht U20…

Dec 08, 2021

Live coverage of Mayo Gaels Connacht semi-final on Saturday

Mayo Gaels begin their Connacht journey on Saturday when they take on Naomh Anna Leitir Mor of Galway in the Intermediate Football semi-final. It promises to be a very close fought affair between two proud footballing clubs and we'll have live commentary from…

Dec 08, 2021

Home draw for Westport United in next round of the FAI Junior Cup

FAI Junior Cup Round 5 Fixtures Sunday 16thJanuary 2022 FAI Centenary Junior Cup Fixtures Round 5 Home Team Away Team 1 Salthill Devon v Mervue Utd 2 Oliver Bond Celtic v Carbury FC 3 Ballinasloe Town v Ballyheane AFC 4 Villa FC v Boyle Celtic 5 Westport Utd…