A man has been arrested after a van rammed through the gates of a Sinn Féin's TD's home. It happened at 2 o'clock yesterday morning at Martin Kenny's property in Aughavas, Co Leitrim. Deputy Kenny says the incident was 'very traumatic and frightening' for his…

Today, the first brick was laid on the new enhancement works taking place at the Western Alzheimers Respite Centre in Ballindine. A 2.5 million euro donation from the Joe and Helen O'Toole Charitable Trust played a key role in ensuring the development of…

National Women's Enterprise Day has been officially launched in Mayo and will take place on the 13th October with the aim of encouraging female entrepreneurship and supporting women in business across the country. The theme of this year’s National Women’s…

It looks likely that the Blue Flag, the international excellent water bathing quality designation, will be restored next year - to both Old Head and Bertra beaches in West Mayo. That was the welcome news received by councillors at this week’s monthly meeting…

A Mayo bookshop is one of 12 nationally longlisted in the 2022 An Post Bookshop of the Year. There are 4 Connaught based businesses in this year’s longlist. The annual literary event celebrates and promotes Irish writing and authors to the widest range of…

Motorists are advised to approach with caution the junction of Tesco and Dalton Street in Claremorris, as the traffic lights are out following a minor collision this morning. Gardaí say Mayo County Council have been notified and it is hoped the lights will be…

Additional funding is to be allocated for school transport for families availing of concessionary tickets. The news has been welcomed by Senator Aisling Dolan, who says this is vital for families who have had to go to extremes to get their children to school…

Purchasing a council home has been made easier for pensioners. According to the Irish Independent, the Tenant Purchase Scheme - which was signed off by Cabinet last year - has been enacted by the Housing Minister. It allows pensioners with a minimum income of…

A yellow wind and rain warning is in place for six counties today. The alert covers Mayo, Galway, Sligo, Leitrim, Clare and Donegal. It came into effect at 2 o'clock this morning and will remain in place until 2 o'clock this afternoon. Alan O'Reilly from…

The ESRI has warned homebuyers will feel the burden of the concrete levy - not the construction industry. The new 10 per cent levy on concrete blocks was included in the Budget to help those affected by Pyrite and Mica. The ESRI post-budget analysis also…

A van has been driven through the gates of the home of Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny. He says it was 'very traumatic' for his wife, who was alone in the property at the time. Martin Kenny says the incident took place at 2 o'clock yesterday morning at his home in…

An EU-wide windfall tax on the profits of energy companies is expected to be agreed today. The bloc's energy ministers are meeting in Brussels to try to sign off on the plans. The emergency summit comes amid soaring energy prices throughout the EU. Minister…

People who miss work due to Covid will no longer be entitled to a 350-euro-a-week payment after today. An increased rate of illness benefit has been paid for the past two years. From tomorrow on, those who miss work due to Covid will only be entitled to the…

Several instances of 'substantial shortcomings' were discovered in a new report into the cancellation of thousands of 999 calls by Gardaí. The Policing Authority paper discovered several inconsistencies within the four regional control rooms, which led to the…

A mental health centre in Galway used money it was safeguarding for residents to fill a deficit in other residents' monies without permission, according to an inspection report published by the Mental Health Commission (MHC). Under law, every mental health…

The European Commission has taken further legal action against Ireland today for failing to halt the cutting of peat within Special Areas of Conservation. It's calling on Ireland to take action to completly stop turf cutting in designated areas and says…

A Mayo man has been named MS Ireland Person of the Year 2022. Partry native Seamus Burke received the award at the Annual General Meeting of the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Ireland earlier this month. Seamus had been active on behalf of people with MS and…

Cheaper meals are being offered at a Dublin pub if customers leave their coats on. Doyle's Corner in Phibsborough is running the promo for October in a bid to cut down on heating costs. Co-owner Ronan Flood says they're asking people to come "chill" with them…

An under spend in the transport budget from this year could be used to extend the western rail corridor, according to a Galway East TD. Deputy Sean Canney says the reopening of the route could help reduce our carbon emissions by reducing the number of arctic…

Bank of Ireland has been fined over 100 million euro by the Central Bank over its handling of its tracker mortgage customers. It is the largest fine ever imposed by the regulator. The Central Bank said 15,910 tracker mortgage customer accounts, a number…

Some of the truck and bus drivers operating through the town of Crossmolina have contacted Midwest Radio News today to say they are 100% in favour of the installation of a pedestrian crossing on the town’s Main Street. Yesterday, on Midwest Radio News, local…

Parts of the west coast will be battered with wind and rain tomorrow. A status yellow warning is in operation for Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, ,Sligo, Clare and Donegal from the early hours of Friday morning until 2pm. Met Eireann is predicting heavy rainfall which…

The new concrete levy announced in last Tuesday’s budget needs to be looked at again before any such levy is introduced in April of next year. That’s the view of Gurteen based Fianna Fail councillor Paul Taylor. The councillor says the levy will add…

A report that finds significant failings in how the Gardai handled emergency calls, will be published today. It was commissioned by the Policing Authority, after thousands of 999 calls weren't dealt with properly. This controversy relates to the cancellation…

Details of a significant fine to be imposed on Bank of Ireland will be revealed this morning. The Central Bank is expected to impose a fine in excess of 100 million euro on the bank over the lender's handling of its tracker mortgage customers. The bank has…

ATU Castlebar students will sleep out for the Simon Community on the ATU pitch in the county town tomorrow to raise awareness of the ongoing homelessness crisis in Ireland. Lauren Lynch and Dominyka Repeckaite, fourth year students at the ATU in Castlebar,…

The INMO has called on the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) to urgently inspect Sligo University Hospital in response to increased overcrowding and safety issues. In a letter to the HSA the union claims that a high level of patient attendance at SUH, coupled…

ALDI Ireland today officially opened its new store in Tuam, Co. Galway. The new Tuam store, ALDI Ireland’s 10th store in Galway has created of 30 new permanent full-time jobs across management and store assistant roles. It brings the number of people employed…

The death has occurred of Luke (Lukey Joe) Flanagan, Taughnoose House, Knockroe, Castlerea, Co Roscommon. Lukey Joe was father to MEP Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan. He died at Galway University Hospital. He was predeceased by his wife Lily and is survived by his six…

Ballymote Mart, Aurivo Co-op today reaffirmed its position that it is fully committed to its Mart business and to supporting the trading of livestock in the area. Given recent public remarks surrounding Ballymote Mart, Aurivo has issued a statement saying it…

A Galway lotto player secured a half a million euro after scooping a top prize at last night’s EuroMillions draw. The National Lottery has today revealed that the winning 500,000 euro worth ticket was sold on the day of the draw in McCanns Centra, in the…

The Taoiseach has defended the new concrete blocks levy. The charge will be 10 per cent on concrete and concrete products with estimates it could increase the cost of a new build by up to 3,000 euro. The money raised will be used to part fund the mica and…

Non-HSE staff that were promised a Covid Bonus from the State in January are still waiting to receive it. Cleaners, non-HSE nurses, porters, security staff and social care assistants were among those promised the payment, in recognition of their work during…

The lack of attention from the Government on the now 'lagging' north west region is horribly disappointing. That's according to Independent TD Marian Harkin. Last week, the region was downgraded to a 'lagging region' by the European Commission, did not…

Work has been stopped on a raised pedestrian crossing being installed on the Main Street in Crossmolina this month, and local councillor Michael Loftus is urging Mayo County Council to get work underway again on the crossing as quickly as possible. It was the…

The death has taken place in Chicago of a former Chieftain of the O’Malley clan. Bridget A. O’Malley was a native of Doughmakeon, Louisburgh. She had resided in the US most of her adult life, but was a regular visitor to Louisburgh over many years. A former…

Coca-Cola today revealed the 22 non-profit organisations preparing to pitch for a grant share of this year’s €100K Coca-Cola Thank You Fund, which includes a Mayo project and two projects from Galway. They are: Bridge - Western Care Association Mayo has…

The new temporary Emergency Department (ED) at Galway University Hospital looks set to be open very shortly. That was confirmed yesterday by HSE West Management at the HSE West Forum Meeting held in Merlin Park. Galway councillor John Connolly asked for a…

Action needs to be taken now before vulnerable people are left without proper care. That's according to Independent TD Denis Naughten. This comes following the suspension of admissions at the Sacred Heart Hospital and Aras Mathair Phoil in Roscommon county,…

A psychiatrists report is to be carried out on a Sligo man facing double murder charges and an attempted murder charge. At Sligo District Court on Thursday last, Judge Sandra Murphy agreed to extend the legal aid certificate for Yousef Palani of Markievicz…

Gardaí in Galway are appealing for witnesses to a hit-and-run road traffic collision on Sunday morning last. The incident occurred shortly before 2am on Coast Road in Oranmore when a woman was exiting a taxi. She was knocked to the ground when the door of the…

Over-75s waited an average of almost 10 hours at emergency departments in the first seven months of this year. According to freedom of information figures, the worst was over 16 hours in Mercy University Hospital in Cork. Across the country, over-75s waited…

The Government has delivered the largest budget in the history of the state in response to a historic cost of living crisis. Renter tax credits, electricity payments and a record social welfare spend will be delivered over the coming months. It's arguably the…

Schools and students across the region are being challenged to become battery recycling champions as part of a nationwide initiative which will also help children with life-limiting illnesses. The WEEE Ireland Schools Battery Recycling Competition returns…

The Irish Property Owners’ Association says its members are shocked, disappointed and saddened that the Government has not addressed the serious issues which it has repeatedly brought to the Governments attention. In a statement this afternoon from the…

There has been 12 euro increase across the board increase in social welfare while a christmas bonus has also been confirmed. A lump sum cost of living double social welfare payment will be made in October while there will be fuel allowance lump sum payment of…

On the Health front, Budget 2023 will be extending free contraception to women aged 16 to 30 while also providing supports for the first time for publicly funded IVF treatment. A total budget of €23.4bn has been allocated for the Delivery of 650 acute and…

The Restaurants Association of Ireland insist that today’s Budget 2023 announcement has fallen short and does not go far enough to protect small Irish Hospitality employers as input costs rise significantly. Adrian Cummins, Chief Executive of the Restaurants…

Budget 2023 will see 1,000 new gardai into Templemore next year while 430 garda civilian staff will be recruited. Government also say 200 new recruits will enter Templemore every three months over the coming years. There will be a €5 million increase in the…

A €600 energy credit has been announced in today’s budget for households which will be delivered in three installments. Green Party Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Ossian Smyth says "Everyone is going to feel the effects of the fossil…

Measures to reduce the student teacher ratio by 1 point to 23:1- with 370 extra teaching posts - have been announced. Also on the teaching front, 686 additional teachers will be recruited to support those with special needs along with an additional 1,194 SNAs…

The biggest changes to income tax in more than a decade have been confirmed as part of Budget 2023. People won't start paying the higher rate of tax until they earn 40,000 euro - meaning 800 euro a year back into the pockets of those earners. Finance Minister…

Mayo GAA are investigating all the circumstances surrounding an incident at an U17 semi-final in Josie Munnelly Park while in Wexford investigations are underway following an assault on a referee at a Junior A game over the weekend. It follows a raft of…

The former Pontoon Bridge Hotel premise is to become an accommodation centre for Ukrainian refugees. The 58-bedroom facility, on the shores of Lough Conn, is currently being renovated prior to the arrival of several hundred Ukrainian people. It’s understood…

Iconic Media Group is to purchase The Mayo News. Iconic Media Group is Ireland's largest independently owned regional newspaper and media group and already acquire titles such as the Limerick Leader and the Donegal Democrat. One of the long established…

A New state solicitor has been appointed for Mayo. Louise Cresham, a native of Castlebar has been appointed to replace Vincent Deane, who is taking up a new role as District Court Judge. Ms. Cresham, a practising solicitor since 2013, completed a degree in…

Ashford Castle has been confirmed as the venue for the prestigious Travel Classics International writers’ conference in 2023. The announcement was made at the Travel Classics West conference, which took place in Colorado. It’s considered a major coup for…

‘Lady of Knock’ has been selected as Ireland’s favourite hymn at the National Ploughing Championships 2022. The competition was organised by Kildare & Leighlin Diocese and the result emerged as , ‘Lady of Knock’ as the most loved hymn that resonates with…

Motorists in Ballina and Westport are being encouraged to use the eparking app now available in both towns. The app allows the motorist to pay for parking charges in either town through the use of their mobile phone. The app was introduced by Mayo County…

Two Mayo men have been announced as recipients of the University of Galway's 2022 Alumni Awards. They are businessmen Ger Rabbette, of Castlebar, and Kilmaine native Mark Butler. The Alumni Awards recognise individual excellence and achievements among the…

A Roscommon town has won an International Tidy Towns award. Keadue has won gold in the prestigious Entente Florale Europe competition in Hungary, and was one of two nominations chosen from a pool of over 900 entrants. Other competitors in Keadue’s category…

An online meeting has heard no decision has been made to close Clifden District Hospital. Families were contacted by the HSE last Friday, informing them that respite services will not be available from this week. HSE personnel spoke with local representatives…

The government is set to announce a bumper budget package worth more than 10 billion euro as it tries to battle the soaring cost of living. The plans will be largely aimed at young families with students also set to significantly benefit. It's a giveaway…

Irish Water say a Do Not Consume warning for people living in the Spiddal area of Galway will remain in place until next week. The notice was first issued on September 16th due to increased levels of manganese in the supply and affects around 5,700 people.…

The Simon Community is calling for more to be done to include vacant properties in the national stock. According to the census there are 166,000 properties sitting vacant in Ireland right now, with 48,000 left empty for more than 6 years. Tom Gilligan,…

 A new bus service will start next Monday the 3rd of October from Claremorris to Carraroe. The TFI local link route 431 will serve Carraroe, Costelloe, Screebe, Maam Cross, Maum, Cornamona, Clonbur, Cong, Neale, Ballinrobe, Hollymount, and Claremorris and…

The exclusion of the North West Region for T-Ten funding from the EU by the Irish Government is absolutely remarkable. That’s the view of Mayo Councillor Gerry Murray, who claims the European Commission was astonished that the ‘lagging’ region has not being…

Gardai are appealing for the public’s assistance following two burglaries which took place in the Coolaney area of county Sligo over the weekend. A substantial amount of money and jewellery is understood to have been taken from an unoccupied house in the…

Patients presenting at the Emergency Departments of hospitals across the region today are experiencing significant delays. There are 32 patients waiting on trolleys for a bed at Mayo University Hospital. That’s according to the latest figures from INMO…

Rentokil, a pest control provider, is sharing its top tips for householders to prevent the presence of spiders in their homes this Autumn. As temperatures begin to drop, spiders become more prevalent as they start to move indoors and begin breeding, ahead of…

Tickets for Network Ireland’s Annual Conference and Businesswoman of the Year Awards have sold out in record time in advance of the event at Galway’s Salthill Hotel on Friday, October 7th. More than 70 women across all industries will be celebrated for their…

A man who made a major contribution to the economic and social life of Ballina in the 19th century deserves to be remembered with a plaque or sculpture in his honour, ahead of next year’s 300th celebrations in the town. That’s the view of Ballina Municipal…

The opening of the Wild Atlantic Words Festival in Castlebar takes place a week from today, Monday, 3 October. Now in its sixth year, Wild Atlantic Words is a programme of book launches, presentations, poetry, seminars, discussion and literary events of…

Amongst the many archaeological sites of county Mayo are holy wells, places often of great antiquity, steeped in custom and folklore. As part of the Mayo Holy Wells Project, the public’s assistance is being sought in recording the holy wells of the county.…

The Sacred Heart hospital in Castlebar needs to reopen fully for people who avail of respite services. That's according to Cathaoirleach of Castlebar MD Michael Kilcoyne who is to raise the issue at Tuesday's meeting of the HSE West regional forum. Respite…

A new Bard of Connacht is being sought as part of the 40th annual Creggs Harvest Festival. The competition is being organised by Kilbegnet Ballinakill Historical Society. It aims to encourage aspiring and established poets to pen their thoughts and be in with…

The price of homes increased by only 1 per cent between June and September, as the market begins to stabilise. Daft.ie's new report shows the average price of a home nationally is over 311 and a half thousand euro. Daft report author, Ronan Lyons, says house…

A third of Irish firms have paid a ransom to a cyber-criminal. Of those that have paid a ransom, almost three-quarters have done so several times. Typetec's survey shows despite paying the ransom, over two thirds say sensitive data was leaked. Its chief…

Families look set to benefit from a raft of measures in tomorrow's Budget. The Irish Independent reports free schoolbooks will be provided to primary school pupils next year. Negotiations on the 14 billion euro Budget and cost of living package continued into…

Gardaí attended the scene of a two vehicle road traffic collision between Glenamoy and Ballinaboy yesterday evening. The incident occurred at approximately 16:55. Two drivers, one in their early 30s & one in their mid 50s, were injured during the collision.…

Gardai and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision just outside Glenamoy. Motorists are being advised to use the road between Glenamoy and Ballinaboy with caution as a result as the road is currently blocked. No further details are…

A public meeting will take place in Ballymote this week to discuss the future of Ballymote mart. Cathaoirleach of Sligo County Council, Michael Clarke is encouraging everyone in the local area to attend the meeting to help save the local mart. Ballymote is…

The north and west of Ireland has been downgraded to a 'lagging region' by the European Commission after becoming significantly poorer relative to the European average. The region, which covers Mayo, Sligo, Roscommon, Leitrim, Donegal and Monaghan has been…

Children’s cancer charity, Cancer Fund for Children has recruited a Connacht based regional fundraiser to join their team. Mary McHugh Murphy, who is from Claremorris and now lives with her family in Kilmaine takes on the role of Connacht Regional Fundraiser…

The Irish Cancer Society says patients facing hospital bills are terrified over the rising cost of living this winter. The charity wants hospital fees for cancer treatment to be abolished in next week's budget announcement. The society is also calling for…

Hidden homelessness is a far bigger problem than we thought. A Red C poll for 'Simon Communities Ireland' shows 290,000 adults have experienced homelessnes OUTSIDE official figures. Head of Policy, Wayne Stanley, says one in four of us knows someone who lacks…

Gardaí in Galway are commemorating the 100-year anniversary of An Garda Síochána this afternoon. A re-enactment of the arrival of the first Gardaí to Galway will take place. Members of the public are invited to attend the event at Eyre Square from 1pm.…

Housing and migration will be up for debate in Castlerea today. Day two of the Night and Day Festival in Co. Roscommon will see Higher Education Minister Simon Harris reflecting on the politics of the pandemic Integration Minister Roderic O'Gorman will…

The IFA says tax relief measures in place to help farmers, need to be extended in Tuesday's budget. The Irish Farmers' Association says the current Capital Acquisitions Tax relief rate of 90 per cent for agricultural property gifted to, or inherited by active…

Seven people were taken to hospital following a road traffic collision on the N17 this evening. The two vehicle collision occurred on the N17 at Liscosker, Kilkelly this evening at approximately 4.40p.m. Seven people were removed to hospital to be treated for…

Protestors will put pressure on the Government today to act in this budget to tackle the cost of living crisis. They'll gather at Parnell Square in Dublin at half 2 this afternoon and will march to Leinster House for a rally this afternoon. They'll be calling…

Loughrea Gardai with the assistance of the Galway Divisional Drug Unit recently seized cocaine and cannabis with an estimated value €12,400 following a number of searches in the Loughrea area. Each Garda Division has dedicated personnel committed to policing…

There is huge concern over the future of Clifden District Hospital. It’s after families were contacted by the HSE yesterday, informing them that respite services will not be available from next week. Instead, they are being told they will have to avail of…

The procedures around discharging patients from Mayo University Hospital need to be addressed immediately. That's the view of Cathaoirleach Micheal Kilcoyne, who is raising the issue at Tuesday's meeting of HSE West Regional Forum. He says he's been contacted…

Gardaí and emergency services attended an incident involving a vehicle on fire in the Straide/Foxford area at approximately 9pm last night. No injuries were reported and no offences were disclosed.

Organisers of a major cost of living protest in Dublin today are calling for a 'water charges-like' movement against energy bills and high rents. The Coalition of over 30 groups wants price controls, increases to wages and welfare as well as windfall taxes on…

Alone is recommending the fuel allowance begin in September and end in May, with an increase from 33 Euro to 53 Euro per week It's also calling for an increase of 40 Euro in the State Pension over the next two budgets The organisation has urged the government…

Two Mayo Retailers have been recognised as outstanding XL Retailers at the annual awards night. Chris and Paul Scriney’s XL and Laura Scriney’s XL, are among an elite group of retailers from around the country who have been honoured for their outstanding…

Mayo County council have launched a new scheme in Castlebar to encourage parents dropping or picking up their children from school to park further away from school and walk to the gates. The Park and Stride scheme would allow people to park free of charge in…

Patients presenting at hospital emergency departments across the region are experiencing delays. University Hospital Galway has the second highest number of patients on trolleys today, where 57 patients are waiting on trolleys. There are 31 patients waiting…

A Sligo Leitrim TD has called on the government to follow the example of other EU countries and introduce a 0% VAT rate on newspapers in budget 2023. Independent Deputy Marian Harking says that newspapers, particularly the locals, have been struggling for…

The suggestion to cull one million cows to meet climate targets will create absolute uproar in rural Ireland and is absolutely crazy. That’s the view of ICSA president Dermot Kelleher who is responding to reports in the Irish Times today that a €2 billion…

Flogas has announced another price increase for its customers. From October 26th, its average electricity bills will rise by 17 per cent, while gas tariffs will increase by 23 per cent. Flogas says they are trying to minimise costs for customers but have no…

CCTV cameras that are being erected in our communities need to be there to serve the common good. That's according to local councillor Mark Duffy. The topic was discussed at the recent joint policing committee meeting in Mayo where councillors raised their…

All schools in the country are to have solar panels installed on their buildings. Ministers have discussed a plan to put photovoltaic or PV panels on all schools to help them with rising energy costs. The Irish Times reports the proposal is currently being…

A Mayo woman has become the first person from the county to be elected President of the Coroners society of Ireland. Dr. Eleanor Fitzgerald, who is currently the coroner for North Mayo and a native of Crossmolina, was appointed at their most recent meeting in…

A new Government initiative will see the introduction of paid leave for victims of domestic violence. Once a new bill, which will be published today, is voted into law, those who are suffering, or are at risk of domestic violence, will be entitled to five…

Sinn Fein's calling on the Government to cut electricity bills in the budget. The party will be publishing its Budget 2023 proposals later this morning. It also wants to see a budget that will bring help and certainty for families and workers coming into the…

Gardaí in Sligo carried out a number of searches yesterday in what was a planned day of action to tackle the sale and supply of illegal drugs. Search warrants were executed on a number of residential properties, along with areas of open ground being searched.…

Patients presenting at hospital emergency departments across the region are experiencing delays. University Hospital Galway is the most overcrowded in the country today, with 54 patients waiting on trolleys. There are 41 patients waiting at Sligo University…

Up to 600 Fórsa and SIPTU trade union members at Western Care in Mayo are taking strike action today on the second day of a series of three consecutive one-day strike actions nationally in care agencies in the community and voluntary sector. Western Care…

A plaque has been unveiled today to mark the completion of the Carrowholly flood relief scheme in Westport. Minister for the OPW Patrick O'Donovan is in Westport today where he has also visited another local flood alleviation scheme which has commenced in the…

A young Mayo entrepreneur has scooped the prize of Young Innovation of the Year at the 2022 Enterprise Ireland Innovation Arena Awards which were held at the National Ploughing Championships this year. Michael Clarke from Ballindine currently works full time…

An international medical expert, originally from Curry, county Sligo, has spoken of suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder after receiving death threats arising from his work during the Covid-19 pandemic. Dr Mike Ryan who is Head of Emergencies at the…

The mother of Saoirse Ruane has told of the heartbreaking moment she had to tell her daughter her cancer had returned. County Galway native, Saoirse, starred on Late Late Christmas Toy Show in 2020. The seven-year-old was first diagnosed with cancer after she…

The the world’s largest shared e-bike and scooter provider , has announced the launch of its 12 month shared e-bike pilot in Castlebar. The scheme will be delivered in partnership with Mayo County Council, and will see up to 100 bikes available for hire in…

Investigations are continuing into the cause of a fire that extensively damaged a newly constructed house in the Rehins area of Ballina late on Monday night last. The property was unoccupied at the time, and no one was injured in the incident. The roof and…

Portwest, the fastest growing workwear company in the world, headquartered in Westport, is treating visitors at The National Ploughling Championships to an Irish dancing flash mob, dressed in its new range of stretch workwear, DX4. Led by 12-time world title…

Many residents in the parish of Attymass, outside Ballina were left high and dry - without a drop of water in their taps last weekend. The households in question are connected to an old group water scheme, that relies on its water supply from a reservoir that…

A plane transporting Taoiseach Michael Martin and other passengers from Dublin to New York yesterday evening was forced to turn back after the aircraft was struck by a bird shortly after take-off. Micheal Martin was travelling to the UN General Assembly. The…

Power has been restored to customers in the Charlestown area following a power outage this afternoon. The fault, which affected over 100 homes, occurred shortly before half 1 this afternoon. According to the ESB powercheck app, power was restored just after…

Fine Gael Deputy Alan DIllon has welcomed the government announcement of a fund of local authorities to develop serviced sites in towns across Mayo. The Ready to Build scheme will help provide sites for people who wish to build a house, at affordable prices.…

Ballyglass RNLI were tasked by Malin Head Coast Guard to assist of four fishermen in Donegal Bay after their 55ft trawler got into difficulty overnight. The volunteer crew left their beds at 2.20am to go to the aid of a drifting trawler four miles west of…

New EU regulation on nature restoration will undermine farming activity, accelerate rural decline and turn large parts of Ireland into nature reserves and glorified theme parks according to the Irish Natura & Hill Farmers Association (INHFA). Speaking from…

Fine Gael Councillor Jarlath Munnelly has welcomed the government announcement of a fund for local authorities to develop serviced sites in towns across Mayo. This fund will help to provide sites for people who wish to build a house, at affordable prices.…

An extension has been opened to the already popular Bower’s Walk in Ballinrobe. The Bowers Way was completed and opened up to the public, at Creagh Wood, just last weekend. This new, over 6km trail, will allow people to walk/cycle from Ballinrobe to Lough…

Community group in Ballinrobe & surrounding areas have been invited to use the new town hall. This comes after major redevelopment plans were announced to make improvements to the existing structure. The project is awaiting funding approval from The Rural…

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a two-vehicle traffic collision that occurred at approximately 9:45am today in the Ballymartin area of South Mayo. One person was taken to Mayo University Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening…

The Health Minister says every private bed in the country will need to be used to cope with a "very difficult" winter ahead for the health service. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation is calling for the State to do deals with private hospitals now, so…

Gardaí in Mayo have seized approximately €6,000 worth of drugs and arrested two people following a search operation in Castlebar, Co. Mayo yesterday afternoon, Tuesday 20th September 2022. Shortly before 4pm yesterday, Gardaí conducted a search of a residence…

Gardaí attended the scene of a three vehicle Road traffic collision at Brownsgrove, Tuam yesterday evening at approximately 4.15p.m. No one sustained serious injuries in the collision and investigations are ongoing.

Crews are on site in Castlebar this morning repairing a burst water main. Every effort is being made to maintain supply to as many customers as possible, but the burst is impacting homes and businesses along Fortlands, Fairways, Cherrington Place,…

Irish Water and Galway County Council would like to remind customers supplied by the Spiddal (An Spidéal) Public Water Supply that the Do Not Consume Notice issued in consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE), remains in place. The notice, arising…

The death has taken place in the UK of successful businessman Eamonn Scanlon a native of Achill. In a statement from his company Modebest they say it is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you of the death of one of our founders, colleague and…

Patients attending Mayo University Hospital should be able to avail of free car parking on the premises. That's the view of Castlebar councillor Micheal Kilcoyne. The independent councillor will raise the issue at the next HSE west Forum meeting. He says that…

The Agriculture Minister says fertiliser prices will continue to be a challenge for farmers into next year. The cost of fertilizer which was widely produced in both Ukraine and Russia prior to the war, has tripled in price since March. Last week the UN raised…

The Rural Independent TDs are set to move a Dail motion this morning aimed at delivering Energy Security in Ireland. The independents say its completely unsustainable for the government's energy policy position to continue claiming it barricades the country…

A leading advocacy organisation for older people has warned reforms to the state pension are not "fair". Age Action said there is a risk the measures will lead to inequalities for large groups of workers. Under plans agreed by Cabinet people will be able to…

Users of disability and community services are set to be hit by rolling strike action in Mayo, Galway, Cork, Kerry and Donegal. Workers in community and so-called 'section 39' organisations are staging the three day action in a dispute over pay. Unions say…

A Fine Gael TD has accused the Health Minister of being ageist for not ordering a review into Covid deaths in nursing homes. Mayo native, Bernard Durkan says in particular he wants answers for the families of 22 people who died in Dealgan Nursing Home in…

Ulster Bank is asking employers to communicate directly with any employees who continue to have Ulster Bank accounts, to remind them to change their details to avoid any disruptions to salary payments. It comes as the bank gets ready to begin the first…

Gardai in Galway are appealing for witnesses after a hit and run road collision in the early hours of yesterday (Monday) morning. The incident happened on Sandy Road, in Galway city between 1am and 1.30am yesterday. A young woman was walking on the footpath…

Three Mayo siblings have taken some big steps in raising money for a charity which was a big support to their family in the last few months. Last June, Sinead Walsh, age 13, of Hollymount was diagnosed with leukaemia. After her diagnosis Sinead’s family,…

A Mayo native based in Qatar has had his newest single chosen for a FIFA World Cup ad. Ballinrobe man Martin Farragher, who's better known as Faraway Martin has his new song 'I See Fire' featured on Hyundai's ad for Novembers World Cup in Qatar. Mr Farragher,…

Ireland West Airport Knock and Shannon Airport have been shortlisted for the prestigious National Age Friendly Awards. Both airports became the first airports in the world to be recognised as Age Friendly, as endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO),…

Bank of Ireland will open four branches in Mayo for four Saturdays next month, (10am – 2pm, October 1st to October 22nd) to further support customers moving current accounts from Ulster Bank and KBC. The branches in Ballina, Castlebar , Claremorris and…

A gastropub in Ballinrobe is facing a four times increase in its electricity bill this year, compared to last year, and owner Ciarán Ferriter says business at present is as unpredictable as playing Bingo or the Lotto. Ciarán and his wife Margaurite run The…

A Galway garage are appealing for public assistance in locating a vehicle stolen from their property. Adrian Quinn Car Sales in Ardrahan made the post this morning to their social media. At around 1:30am this morning, a dark-blue coloured Range rover was…

A Mayo establishment has won a national accolade for its top quality food, service and hospitality in a relaxed and casual environment. The Poacher Restaurant in Ballina won Best Casual Dining award in Connacht at the Irish Restaurant Awards. They took place…

Gardaí and emergency services were called to an incident in the Ballina area last night. At around 11:30 they were alerted to an incident involving a property on fire in the Rehins area of Ballina last night. No injuries were reported in the course of this…

ICS Medical Devices has announced plans to create 100 jobs and to expand its new manufacturing and research and development facility in Galway. The company moved into the premises in May 2022 and has decided to add a further 10,000 square feet to the facility…

The Cathaoirleach of Ballina Municipal District has welcomed indications from Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien that a funding scheme for first time buyers renovating vacant properties – called the Croi Conaithe scheme- is to be broadened so more people may be…

A widow told who struggled to keep her 42 year-old husband alive after he suffered a heart attack in their home, spoke tearfully of her disappointment yesterday that it took an ambulance crew 40 minutes to arrive to render medical assistance. Speaking at an…

Gardai have confirmed that a young man who went missing in the Galway area has been found safe and well. 23-year-old Jason Fallon went missing from his home in Athenry on Sunday evening last. An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for…

It is estimated that there are approximately 1,300 premature deaths annually in Ireland due to poor air quality. While air quality in Ireland is generally good, there are concerning localised issues that are impacting negatively on the air we breathe. That's…

The government must be seen to implement radical measures to ease the plight of families who are facing financial ruin due to skyrocketing prices. That's according to the Cost of Living Coalition who will outline plans for a major protest on housing and the…

Those who work until the age of 70 will benefit from a higher state pension of 315 euro a week. The new measure to be unveiled by Social Protection Minster Heather Humphreys today, is aimed at keeping more people in work for longer and ending the political…

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a young man missing from the Galway area. 23-year-old Jason Fallon who is missing from his home in Athenry, was last seen on Sunday evening at approximately 5p.m. Heis described…

The Finance Minister has said his future in the job is a matter for the coalition party leaders. Paschal Donohoe says his focus in on next week's budget rather than speculation about the Eurogroup. A row is brewing in the coalition over whether Donohoe should…

Sinn Fein is the most followed Irish political party on Tik Tok, with 92 thousand followers. New figures show MEPs Clare Daly and Mick Wallace have the most viewed videos, with a recent clip of Mr Wallace gaining 15 million views. Sinn Fein TD for Galway…

The government is facing continuing calls to scrap the carbon tax, amid rising energy prices. There are arguments among the Coalition over whether to go ahead with planned increases as part of the Budget, with Fine Gael understood to be in favour of deferring…

A team member from the Irish Community Air Ambulance has been named Outstanding Fundraiser of the Year at the Charity Excellence Awards. Lorraine Toner from Westport, who is Head of Community and Donor Engagement at the charity, picked up the award at a gala…

A significant Policing Operation will be in place for the National Ploughing Championships that get underway tomorrow ,Tuesday, (Sept 20th) and run until this Thursday (22nd) With an anticipated 80,000 people, many from across this region, attending the event…

Renovations at Swinford Courthouse mean that inquests won’t be held there until December, at the earliest. The Coroner for Mayo, Patrick O’Connor has decided that in the meantime all inquests relating to his jurisdiction will be transferred to Castlebar…

Nurses are calling for the State to sign deals with private hospitals now, to avoid the health system becoming over-run this winter. The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation says public hospitals will not cope with flu and Covid, without the help of private…

Extra rail services for county Mayo and the extension of a morning Athlone to Galway service to start from Tullamore, are the highlights of a proposed new Iarnród Éireann rail timetable for the West of Ireland. The rail company, in conjunction with the…

A man trapped in a sea cave on Saturday night in north Mayo is still being medically assessed after being rescued by emergency services yesterday afternoon. The 40-year-old Polish man, who lives in Castlebar, spent almost 22 hours on a ledge in the cave at…

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 51-year-old Darren Greenfield who is missing from his home in Elphin, Co. Roscommon. Darren was last seen on Sunday, the 11th of September in Drogheda, Co. Louth. He is described…

Aer Lingus says issues around checking in online and managing bookings have been sorted. The airline tweeted last night that customers were having trouble using their website and app. It comes after the carrier suffered an IT problem earlier this month that…

Nothing has been done to remedy the multiple water charging saga facing landowners across the region. That’s according to South Mayo councillor Damien Ryan, who raised the issue at the recent meeting of Mayo County Council. Councillors have called on Irish…

Thousands of frontline healthcare workers are still waiting for their 1,000 euro Covid-19 bonus. That's according to Nursing Homes Ireland, which says the delay is completely 'unacceptable'. Today marks eight months since the government announced the…

Sinn Féin is calling on the government to reduce rents by putting one month's rent back into people's pockets. The budget will be announced earlier than normal this year, on September 27th, with an immediate package of supports promised by ministers,…

A report on Ireland's energy security will be published later today and is expected to recommend a state-owned gas storage facility be established. The independent report also examines how best to move away from fossil fuels to renewable energy. It's…

Marie Lynch, 80 years old who was missing from Loughrea, Co. Galway since Saturday 17th September, 2022 has been located safe and well. An Garda Síochána would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance with this matter.

A major search effort is concluding after a man was rescued from a sea cave in north Mayo this afternoon. The 40-year-old spent almost 22 hours on a ledge in a cave at Downpatrick Head, after being swept into the area during high tide last evening. Since the…

A man remains stranded inside a sea-cave at Downpatrick Head, off the County Mayo Coast this lunchtime. Rescue efforts have continued through the night after he was trapped by a rising tide yesterday evening. A second person - a woman - was brought to safety…

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 80 year old Marie Lynch, who is missing from her home in Loughrea, Co. Galway, since yesterday. Marie was last seen at approximately 5pm in the Woodford area of Galway. Marie is…

A rescue effort is continuing this morning off the North Mayo coast for a man - trapped in a sea-cave at overnight. He was one of two people, cut off by a rising tide yesterday evening. A group of kayakers who were in the area at the time, brought a woman to…

A charity representing older people have said a 10 euro increase to the weekly old age pension, is not 'sufficient'. Alone says older people need at least 20 euro extra a week, due to the cost-of-living crisis. The charity says they're already making huge…

The HSE's bracing itself for a 'Twindemic' of Covid and Flu that could put 20,000 people in hospital this winter. A draft winter plan seen by the Sunday Independent says the health service could be facing one of its worst winters in years with 'unprecedented…

A rescue effort is continuing this morning off the North Mayo coast for a man - trapped in a sea-cave overnight. He was one of two people, cut off by a rising tide yesterday evening. A group of kayakers who were in the Downpatrick Head area at the time,…

Gardaí and emergency services are this evening at the scene of an ongoing operation in the Downpatrick Head area of Co. Mayo. Midwest News understands that two people walked into a sea cave earlier but became trapped due to the rising tide. A group of…

Bank of Ireland is to open a number of branches on Saturdays from October 1 to October 22 to help anyone who wants to set up a new bank account to do so. Thousands of people have been affected by Ulster Bank and KBC's decision to withdraw from the Irish…

A local councillor raised camping and speeding concerns, as well as the need for traffic flow plans in the South Mayo area, at the recent Joint Policing Committee. Fianna Fail Councillor Damien Ryan raised the three issues with members of the meeting and with…

Tidy Town volunteers and residents in Castlebar were absolutely shocked this morning to discover a large quantity of rubbish dumped at an estate in the town. That’s according to Fine Gael councillor Ger Deere, who says the incident has been reported to the…

Souvenirs of pilgrimages to Lough Derg in county Donegal from the early 18th to the middle of the 19th century are at present on display at the National Museum of Ireland- Country Life, Turlough, Castlebar. The souvenir that a pilgrim bought to mark their…

A man was taken to hospital yesterday evening following a road traffic collision in South Mayo. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a road traffic collision which occurred on the N17 at Ballindine yesterday afternoon shortly after 4pm. The…

Adaptive bivalent vaccines are to be rolled out in Ireland from early October as Covid 19 boosters. They include components of the original virus strain and the Omicron variant. The National Immunisation Advisory Committee has recommended authorised adapted…

Over 61 per cent of workers are more likely to choose a job that offers flexible working conditions. That's the finding of a new Jobs Expo survey which shows most Irish workers are in favour of a hybrid working model. It comes as Jobs Expo Galway got underway…

A festival in Serbia which aims to bring LGBT+ communities together has been banned. The EuroPride march - which is due to take place today - was banned by Serbian President, Aleksandar Vucic. However, festival organisers have pledged that they will gather…

Boil Water Notice impacting customers on Clare Island has been liftedwith immediate effect Following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE), Irish Water and Mayo County Council. The island’s 165 customers can now resume normal use of the water…

Gardai and emergency services are currently at the scene of a collision in Ballindine this evening. The four car collision occurred close to the Texaco service station in Ballindine. Gardai say no injuries are being reported at this time but there is heavy…

Achill Island RNLI went to the assistance of two local fishermen whose 21ft fishing vessel was experiencing engine difficulties this morning. The volunteer lifeboat crew were requested by Malin Head Coast Guard to go to the assistance of the two fishermen who…

Irish Rail say there is no excuse for reckless driving causing disruption following the collision of a vehicle at the level crossing gates in Castlerea yesterday. Gardai attended the scene shortly after 2 o clock yesterday afternoon, where a lorry carrying…

Researchers at the Health Innovation Via Engineering (HIVE) Laboratory, University of Galway will use state of the art medical device technology including remote sensors and artificial intelligence software as part of a suite of interventions to deliver next…

Flock keepers of both poultry and captive birds will have to follow new regulations from Monday, to stop the spread of Bird Flu. The Department of Agriculture says the bio-security measures are 'precautionary'. Since July of this year 60 cases of avian…

Following consultation with the Health Service Executive (HSE) Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway County Council, has issued a Do Not Consume Notice for Inis Oírr Public Water Supply following elevated levels of manganese in the water supply. The…

HSE Community Healthcare West and Family Resource Centres have come together to provide a FREE stop smoking service. HSE Stop Smoking Advisors from the Quit Smoking West team in Health & Wellbeing will be available in 8 Family Resource Centres throughout…

Following consultation with the HSE, Irish Water, working in partnership with Galway County Council, has issued a Do Not Consume Notice for Spiddal (An Spidéal) Public Water Supply following elevated levels of manganese in the water supply. The notice has…

A Sligo TD is calling for echocardiograms to be conducted in primary care settings or integrated hubs to help tackle long hospital waiting lists for public patients. Independent Deputy Marian Harkin has made the call following findings from a survey of…

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fire at an industrial facility in Claregalway this afternoon. The incident occurred at the Xerotech plant in the Claregalway Corporate park. A spokesperson from Xerotech confirmed to Midwest News that…

A Commemoration ceremony will take place tomorrow (Saturday) to remember those who lost their lives in a civil war battle in North Mayo 100 years ago. Six Free State Soldiers were killed on September 16th 1922 during the "Glenamoy Ambush". Captain Thomas…

Bank of Ireland is opening 61 of its branches on four Saturdays in October to help Ulster Bank and KBC customers to move their accounts. Both Ulster Bank and KBC are leaving the market, and their customers will need to find a new bank. Bank of Ireland says it…

Patients presenting at hospital emergency departments across the region today are experiencing delays. There are 48 patients on trolleys today at University Hospital Galway and 29 at Sligo University Hospital. 13 patients are waiting for admission at Mayo…

A Mayo senator is calling for urgent changes to the law to protect people from 'catfishing'. It's when someone's image or identity is stolen to be used as bait, often on the likes of dating apps, to dupe people into fake relationships, where they may be…

Initial project approval has been issued for an extension to St. Joseph’s National School, Ballinrobe under the Additional School Accommodation Scheme. That’s according to Fine Gael Deputy Michael Ring, who received confirmation from the Department of…

Children’s cancer charity, Cancer Fund for Children has recruited a Connacht based regional fundraiser to join their team. Mary McHugh Murphy, who is from Claremorris and now lives with her family in Kilmaine takes on the role of Connacht Regional Fundraiser…

Today (Friday) is National Tradesperson Day, and Westport headquartered workwear company, Portwest, has announced it will provide subsidies to 50 apprentices as they start their journey into the trades. Portwest is keen to support future tradespeople…

The Department of Agriculture and the HSE are highlighting important safety information about Avian Influenza (Bird Flu). This advice follows confirmation of Avian Influenza A (H5N1) in wild sea birds at a number of locations across the country. Avian…

Cost of Living Coalition group in Mayo are demanding action from the government on the current inflation crisis by hosting a protest this weekend. The local protest will take place on Saturday in Castlebar at 1pm and Joe Daly, spokesperson for the coalition,…

Castlebar shop owner Laura Scriney’s winning streak is continuing. In the past week she sold a Scratchcard which netted the lucky purchaser €50,000. Last January her premises, Laura’s XL Convenience Store sold a Lotto Jackpot ticket which realised €19 million…

Tens of thousands of Ryanair passengers have been forced to reschedule their flights today, after they were cancelled due to an air traffic controllers strike in France. 12 flights between French cities and Dublin have been cancelled by Aer Lingus, with the…

10,000 volunteers in 500 locations around the country will take part in the world's largest coastal clean-up over the weekend. Last year over 400 clean-ups were organised, with volunteers removing 42 tonnes of marine litter from the Irish coastline. The Big…

Gardaí attached to the Galway Divisional Drugs Unit stopped and searched a car in the Gort area yesterday as part of Operation Tara. Cannabis herb worth €10,000 (pending analysis) was discovered and one of the occupants of the car, a man in his 40s, was…

Housing-building costs have increased by an average of 21 per cent over the past year. The biggest rise was in the north west, at 26 per cent, while the lowest was in Dublin, at 14 per cent. That's according to the latest House Rebuilding Guide, published by…

A street corner in New York has been re-named after a Sligo native who ran a restaurant there for more than 50 years. New York City officials renamed the corner of East 57th and First Avenue to 'Jimmy Neary Way'. The New York Post reports a ceremony took…

SIPTU is warning of further industrial action after the government failed to include the community sector and Section 39 organisations in the public service pay deal. The union says workers in those sectors - who provide vital services, caring for the…

The Tánaiste has admitted the Government doesn't know how the EU's new windfall tax on energy companies is going to work. Leo Varadkar says the Government supports taxing the profits of energy companies but doesn't yet know how it will do that. The Tánaiste…

Tributes have been pouring in this evening following the death of former County council member, Michael Carty. Mr Carty served as a Fianna Fáil member of Mayo County Council for over five and a half years. He was first co-opted to the authority following the…

Patients presenting at emergency departments of hospitals across the region today can expect delays. There are 57 patients waiting on trolleys at University Hospital Galway, the second highest figures in the country today. There are 48 patients on trolleys at…

Mayo based solicitors practices, P. O’Connor & Son, Swinford and Kiltimagh and Aileen McGing, Charlestown recently announced the merger of their respective legal firms. Charlestown based solicitor, Aileen McGing, who specialises in property law and probate,…

The Minister for Education Norma Foley is visiting a number of schools across Mayo today to meet with staff and students. She began her visit in Ballina this morning, visiting Oliver Plunkett’s NS and the new campus of St Mary’s Secondary School. From there…

The Galway Comedy Festival has announced their line up for 2022. The comedy show will host a number of talented stand up acts including Deirdre O'Kane, Dylan Moran & Tommy Tiernan This October will mark the first restriction-free, post pandemic Galway Comedy…

Hundreds of sightings of a fireball have been reported over Ireland and the UK. The International Meteor Organisation has so far recorded 876 reports of a 'glowing flash' in the skies last night. A number of such sightings have been reported across this…

The green and red of Mayo could be seen as Irish band Fontaines DC made an appearance last night on the ever popular US Late Late show with James Cordan. The post-punk internationally acclaimed group has strong Mayo connections Mayo natives Connor Deegan…

The Minister for Education Norma Foley will visit a number of schools across Mayo today to meet with staff and students. She starts her visit in Ballina this morning where she will visit Oliver Plunkett’s NS and the new campus of St Mary’s Secondary School.…

The Leas-Cathaoirleach of Mayo County Council, Councillor Michael Kilcoyne, last night officially launched the 28rd annual Mayo People of the Year Awards at a reception in Breaffy House Resort, Castlebar. The event is organised by RehabCare, Mayo County…

In a statement this morning from Castlebar Fine Gael councillor Ger Deere, the councillor says while he welcomes the visit of the Minister for Education to the county today where she will visit “5 fantastic schools”…but he hopes Minister Foley will make some…

A motion on the security of electricity supply will be tabled in the Dail by the regional independents this evening. The group claims policy decisions have been made to change how energy is sourced without any alternatives in place. They claim businesses will…

Mayo native, Enoch Burke yesterday failed in a bid to be set free from prison after a judge refused to grant him an injunction restraining his school from continuing his paid suspension from work. According to toady's Irish Independent, the secondary school…

Story time continues through Autumn at Westport Library at 3pm every Tuesday. Story time has proved to be very popular with younger readers and the library is exploring the interest in providing a story time for toddlers, so please let the library know if…

Clarity and certainty is needed on when the long awaited programme to bypass Ballinrobe town will begin. That’s according to local Fianna Fail councillor Damien Ryan, who has accused the Mayo National Roads Office and Transport Infrastructure Ireland of…

The Cabinet has approved an 80 cent increase in the national minimum wage. The rate will be 11 euro and thirty cent an hour from January 2023. It's part of a move towards a living wage by 2026 which will be set at 60 per cent of the median income in Ireland.…

The index of the price of homes is at its highest level ever - but the prices themselves remain slightly below the peak in 2007. According to the CSO, the index has now exceeded its peak value, last seen during the height of the boom, by 0.8 per cent.…

Multiple Mayo parks have received a Green Flag award for 2022. The list, announced today by An Taisce, acknowledges Ireland's best public parks and gardens. Green Heritage Site Accreditation has been awarded to the Jackie Clare Collection Heritage Garden,…

Gardai are urging any potential witnesses to come forward following a break-in at Castlebar Golf Club on Tuesday night. The suspects gained access to the office after disabling the lights and breaking the window from the outside. The club office was ransacked…

Income limits for social housing will increase in just five local authority areas from next month, rather than in all 31 as anticipated, the Department of Housing has confirmed. The move to raise income thresholds for eligibility for social housing in…

Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has been told to intervene to ensure 35 children are provided with a life-changing cystic fibrosis drug. They were refused the treatment following a disagreement between the HSE and the manufacturers, Vertex Pharmaceuticals.…

Gardai have confirmed that the body of a man, aged in his 70's was recovered from the Garavogue River in Sligo town. Gardai and emergency services responded to reports of the discovery of the body yesterday evening at Ballast Quay in the town. The man was…

The INMO is warning a "winter chaos" is on the way as the number of people waiting on trolleys in Irish hospitals continues to rise. The latest Trolleywatch figures have shown that 596 patients were without a bed this morning. That's up from 558 patients…

It’s anticipated that the contract for upgrade works on the N60 between Balla and Claremorris will be awarded imminently. That’s according to local Fine Gael councillor Cyril Burke, who says a preferred contractor has been selected to carry out the project…

A man in his early thirties lost his life yesterday after being struck by a train in Mayo. Gardaí are investigating the incident in which a 31-year-old man lost his life on the railway line at Knockaphunta, Castlebar. The man, who is understood to have been…

The health of 35 children between the ages of six and 11 is being seriously compromised after they were refused a life changing Cystic Fibrosis Drug. The drug Kaftrio is being provided to 140 children in Ireland however a pricing disagreement has arisen…

The cabinet is set to sign off on an 80 cent an hour increase in the minimum wage this morning. It's one of a number of items on the agenda as the Dáil returns from its summer recess this afternoon. For the first time since the outbreak of Covid-19 Ministers…

Irish Water Crews are on the ground in Co Roscommon this afternoon repairing a burst water main supplying Fairymount, Moyne and Loughglynn. Every effort is being made to maintain supply to as many customers as possible but the burst is impacting water supply…

The growing profits of non-gas electricity providers are set to be capped, under new EU wide plans. The Public Expenditure Minister has slammed proposals by Sinn Fein to introduce a 1.6 billion euro winter subsidy to energy companies - describing it as…

A West of Ireland theatre company will debut their co-production play this week in Galway. Into the Dark Woods, produced by The Blue Teapot and the Abbey Theatre is a story told through the lens of intellectual disability. The body of work will be supported…

Irish Rail have confirmed that the line between Westport and Castlebar has reopened this afternoon after an incident on the train line earlier today. A male pedestrian was struck by a train at Knockaphunta, near the town at around 8am this morning. Gardai and…

Fine Gael’s proposal to decrease the rate of Local Property Tax in Mayo by 15% has been branded as ‘reckless’ by the whip for Fianna Fail councillors in the county. South Mayo Councillor Damien Ryan branded the motion a ‘reckless and dangerous populist move’…

Patients presenting at hospital emergency departments across the region today are experiencing significant delays. There are 57 patients on trolleys at both University Hospital Galway and Sligo University Hospital, the second highest waiting figures in the…

Action needs to be taken now to prevent the further loss of public support in our policing system. That's according to local councillor Christy Hyland. At the recent joint policing committee meeting it was revealed that the number of superintendents in the…

Gardaí and emergency services are at the scene of a serious incident on the train line at Castlebar this morning. A male pedestrian was struck by a train at Knockphunta, near the town at around 8am this morning. Gardaí and emergency Services are currently at…

The number of Corncrakes recorded in Ireland is increasing, with 197 calling males recorded in the country this year. The Corncrake is a meadow bird that was badly affected by changes in farming practices over the decades which pushed it to the edge of…

The Taoiseach is denying the waiving of school transport fees was a mistake. It's reported Tánaiste Leo Varadkar privately told his party some sort of fee should have been maintained to avoid the service becoming oversubscribed. The Irish Daily Mail says he…

Four community groups in Mayo are set to receive €99,250 under Measures 1 of the 2022 CLÁR programme. Mayo Fine Gael TD Alan Dillon has welcomed the funding announced by Minister Heather Humphreys, which ranges from €9,000 to €49,500. Ballinrobe Walkway…

There are delays on train services from Westport to Dublin due to a serious incident on the line this morning. The 7:15am service is currently held between Westport and Castlebar due to a serious incident being attended by the emergency services. A…

A Polish couple living in Galway will share their story of constantly moving, and spiraling rents since they moved here five years ago in a new RTÉ documentary airing this evening. ‘Broke’ is a documentary on RTÉ One following people struggling during the…

Parents of 24 school-going students in North Mayo have resorted to hiring a private bus to bring their children to school. This comes as the school bus situation worsens with still no clarity for families left in the dark. Students in the Crossmolina area…

Latest figures from the Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers shows an increase in the Property Price Barometer for the first half of this year. In Mayo 2 bed apartments increased by almost 6%, 3 bedroom houses by almost 8% and just over a 6.5%…

A podcast hosted by two Mayo men has been included in the Top 20 for the Irish Podcast Awards’ Listeners’ Choice category. The Irish Podcast Awards, which takes places this Friday at Liberty Hall, Dublin, has announced the shortlist for its final category –…

Fine Gael Councillors locally are seeking a 25% reduction in Local Property Tax at this afternoon’s meeting of Mayo County Council in an effort to support working families. The party’s whip in the county Cllr Peter Flynn says they believe supporting working…

The Mayo Mountain Rescue team were tasked to assist a woman who suffered a fall on Croagh Patrick yesterday afternoon. The incident happened to the women, in her 30s, at around 12 noon, just below the cone. The casualty suffered injuries to head, ribs and hip…

Parents and guardians of secondary students in the county are being offered a free online learning support lesson which will help them assist their child with Maths. The Tuition Centre, one of the country’s leading online learning support providers for…

Patients presenting at Hospital Emergency Departments across the region today are experiencing delays. University Hospital Galway has the highest number of patients on trolleys in the country today, where 54 patients are waiting for a bed. There are 51…

The amount of money parents can leave their children tax-free, could be reduced 'substantially'. The Irish Independent says it follows advice given to the government by an expert group. At the moment, a child can inherit 335,000 euro before they have to pay…

It is concerning that more rural areas are being left out of a scheme to allow for the refurbishment of vacant homes. That's according to Ballina councillor Mark Duffy, who says the Croi Conaithe scheme only applies for areas with a population of more than…

Ireland’s largest free stethoscope check will be taking place in Eyre Square this afternoon. The event is being organised by Irish heart and stroke charity Croí to mark the start of International Heart Valve Disease Awareness Week. International Heart Valve…

Mayo Abbey National School has proceeded to tender for a school extension. Mayo TD Alan Dillon has confirmed the progress and says works should commence shortly. The project will consist of a new extension to the existing school building, to include a…

Drivers are being asked to take care on the roads this morning, due to flooding. There was heavy rainfall overnight in many parts of the country, particularly in the east and southeast. Road Safety Authority spokesperson, Brian Farrell, is urging people to…

Social Justice Ireland is calling for an additional 1.4 billion euro for social housing in the Budget. The organisation says housing affordability continues to present a serious issue in Ireland. The cost of buying a home increased nationally by 14.4 per cent…

Three people have been rescued on Lough Derg in County Galway. Their 35 foot cruiser ran aground at Illaunmore yesterday afternoon. Lough Derg RNLI went to their aid by the entrance to Dromineer Bay, where one of those on board had suffered an injury to their…

Emergency services attended the scene of a two vehicle road traffic collision in Charlestown this afternoon. The incident occurred shortly after midday on the N5 close to the turnoff for the town on the Swinford side. Midwest News understands that two people…

A Boil Water Notice has been issued for customers on the Clare Island Public Water Supply. Irish Water and Mayo County Council have issued the notice for the supply with immediate effect following consultation with the Health Service Executive. The notice,…

New local link services will commence operations on this coming Monday the 12th of September. They includes a Monday to Friday service from Castlerea to Sligo via Bunninaden, which will serve St. Angela's college, while a similar route will run from Sligo to…

A Mayo man will walk 89km’s from Ahascragh to Castlebar in an effort to raise money and awareness for autism charity As I Am. Tom Fitzpatrick is originally from Carnacon, but now lives in Ahascragh with his wife Teresa and four sons; his youngest Conor has…

The Banshees of Inisherin, which was partly shot in Achill, has won two awards at the Venice International Film Festival. It is reported that Colin Farrell has won the Volpi Cup for Best Actor and writer-director Martin McDonagh has won Best Screenplay for…

A cycleway between Galway and Dublin along the River Shannon is close to being completed. A bridge will be opened next month in Athlone as part of a 13 million euro project. The Irish Times reports it stretches 104 metres and took five months to be erected.…

Emergency services are at the scene of a road traffic collision in Charlestown. The incident occurred shortly after midday on the N5 close to the turnoff for Charlestown. Traffic is down to Single lane only so expect delays on the N5 this afternoon.

A plaque will be unveiled at Clontarf Garda Station in Dublin today, in memory of Garda Michael Reynolds who was killed in the line of duty in 1975. 25 year old Garda Reynolds who was a native of Kilconnell in County Galway was off duty, when he was shot dead…

Gardaí and emergency services attended a single-vehicle traffic collision that occurred in the early hours of this morning in Sligo. The incident occurred at approximately 12:10am today on the N4 Inner Relief Road in Co Sligo. Two men, one aged in his 20s and…

A status yellow rain warning is in place for the entire country today - until 3am tomorrow. Meanwhile, a status orange rain warning is in place for Cork, Kerry and Waterford. Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather says more settled weather is on the way.

As energy prices rise month by month, satisfaction with the government has fallen. The latest Sunday Times Behaviour and Attitudes poll shows the government's approval rating down 3 points . The Taoiseach's party's seen a rise to 24 per cent, but still…

The monthly payment to families hosting Ukrainian refugees is likely to increase. Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the payment will be increased independently of the budget, although the exact amount has not been revealed. Secretary General of The Irish Red…

Aer Lingus operations at Dublin Airport are very busy but moving quickly this morning. It's after a technical glitch yesterday forced it to cancel over 50 flights. Aer Lingus has a staffed queueing system here this morning as the "hangover" from yesterday's…

The Government has said there will be an increase to the 400 euro monthly payment for households that have taken in Ukrainian refugees. The Accommodation Recognition Payment was announced earlier this year to help families who opened up their homes. According…

The Deputy Leader of the Green Party says dependance on fossil fuels is 'part of the problem' when it comes to the energy crisis. A secret Government memo seen by multiple newspapers shows energy companies warning spiralling costs could break down the entire…

A Mayo man is cycling from the Eiffel tower in Paris to the round tower in Balla in an effort to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. John Niland is undertaking the tower to tower cycle and has raised thousands so far for the charity. John will be…

More clarity needs to be given to homeowners on their energy supplies this winter as older and more vulnerable people begin forking out thousands to fit backup generators. That's according to Independent TD Denis Naughten, who says he has been informed of…

Night one of Garth Brooks at Croke Park is 'in the books'. The country music star claimed he was 'in love' with Ireland after the curtains closed on his first concert. A meeting was held overnight between concert promoters and transport authorities to assess…

Aer Lingus says it's systems are down, causing long queues for check in at Dublin Airport's Terminal 2. The carrier's website is also inaccessible at the moment, with a temporary image saying it's undergoing a 'scheduled upgrade.' It has responded to…

A secret government memo published in several weekend newspapers warns household bills could soar to € 6,000 next year. The memo includes dire projections on the impact of the soaring cost of wholesale gas, due to the war in Ukraine. This internal government…

A man's been questioned following the seizure of cocaine worth € 60,000 in Tuam on Friday. The drugs were found in a search of a domestic premises during the afternoon, as part of 'Garda Operation Tara'. A man in his 30's was detained and later released…

The Maternity Unit in Mayo University Hospital (MUH) has developed a special antenatal programme for expectant parents of twins to help prepare them for the unique journey ahead. There are currently 12 families expecting twins using the maternity service in…

Gardaí are investigating a burglary that occurred at a premises in Galway City last night. The incident occurred at approximately 11pm on Sean Mulvoy Road. Midwest News understands that the Galway Simon Community charity shop was broken into. The intruder…

Gardaí are investigating a burglary at a premises on a sports ground in the Enniscrone area. The incident occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning. No arrests have been made at this time and enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to…

Granlahan native Paul Coggins has praised the Queen’s leadership in welcoming countless Irish people to the UK. The former London Gaelic Football Manager led the Exiles to the Connacht final in 2013, where they eventually lost out to Mayo. Mr Coggins, who was…

HSE has invited people aged 12-49 with long term health conditions and healthcare workers to make an appointment for their second booster dose. Those who have long-term health conditions, such as diabetes, asthma or a heart disease should now come forward for…

If the Environment Minister cannot promise the security of electricity this winter he should tender his resignation. That's according to Independent TD Michael Fitzmaurice. Deputy Fitzmaurice says the Government’s latest energy credit is only a temporary…

Met Eireann has announced a status yellow rain warning for the entire country for Sunday. It's warning high amounts of rainfall may cause some disruption and spot flooding. The warning is in place from 2am on Sunday until midnight.

A Galway medical consultant is to chair a national taskforce which will deal with the recruitment and retention of junior doctors. Professor Anthony O’Regan has been named on the taskforce alongside Chief Clinical Officer at the HSE, Colm Henry. The taskforce…