Keep limiting social contacts says Saolta chief

Fri, Feb 12, 2021

The head of the Saolta University Health Care Group, which runs Mayo University Hospital and a number of public hospitals in the west/northwest, has appealed to the public to continue to limit social contacts and abide by the Level 5 restrictions in order to protect people at greatest risk of contracting Covid-19.

Laura Martin, hoping to secure a place in the Miss Ireland Final

Fri, Feb 12, 2021

Miss Ireland Semi-Finalist, Laura Martin, originally from Cork but who moved to the West of Ireland three years ago to start her career, is hoping to secure a place in this year's Miss Ireland final.

Let it Bee Project - A community approach to tackling pesticide issues in Newport

Fri, Feb 12, 2021

There are 98 different species of bees in Ireland.

Show your love to local businesses this Valentine’s Day - with Gno Mhaigh Eo’s Top 10 present ideas!

Fri, Feb 12, 2021

Valentine’s day is fast approaching, and you may be on the lookout for the perfect gift for your special someone or friend - or why not treat yourself?

Rents in Mayo rose 2.5 per cent last year

Thu, Feb 11, 2021

Rents in Connacht have been rising year-on-year, reflecting a sharp fall in availability - with just 138 homes available to rent on February 1, down over 60 per cent compared to a year ago.

Council rolls out Valentine's Day road safety campaign

Thu, Feb 11, 2021

The road safety office in Mayo County Council continues its campaign towards road safety this weekend by conveying a special Valentine's Day message to road users.

Epic love story between Gráinne Mhaol and Richard in Iron Bourke explored in documentary

Thu, Feb 11, 2021

The Scéalta Grá na hÉireann series on TG4 concludes next Wednesday, February 17, at 8.30pm, with the epic love story of Gráinne Ní Mháille and Richard in Iron Bourke, that takes place during a time of great change and upheaval in 16th century Ireland.

Minister highlights responsibilities of dog owners this lambing season

Thu, Feb 11, 2021

Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys TD, has this week highlighted the responsibilities of dog owners and the vulnerability of sheep to dog attacks, particularly during lambing season.

Five hundred people aged under 18 waiting for ophthalmology treatment in Mayo - Lawless

Thu, Feb 11, 2021

Aontú has obtained statistics from the Department of Health which it said show that there are 500 children and teenagers waiting for ophthalmology treatments or assessments in the Mayo area.

Council apologises for role in Mother and Baby Homes

Fri, Feb 05, 2021

Mayo County Council has apologised this week for its role in the operation of mother and baby homes and the suffering endured by those who were placed in the homes.

Ireland West Airport chairman welcomes announcement of new Regional Airports Programme

Fri, Feb 05, 2021

Ireland West Airport has welcomed the announcement by Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Hildegarde Naughton TD, of the publication of a new Regional Airports Programme for the period 2021 to 2025.

Councillor payments top €888,000 for 2020

Fri, Feb 05, 2021

The 30 elected members of Mayo County Council were paid a total of €888,703 between them last year, it was revealed by the local authority this week.

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