Ireland weather: why is it so mild at the moment?
High pressure is causing very mild winds from the south and southwest, making it feel more like summer than autumn
News, analysis, and features related to Co Mayo
High pressure is causing very mild winds from the south and southwest, making it feel more like summer than autumn
General election countdown: childcare is set to be a significant issue on the campaign trail
The thefts took place across five counties
A primary school in Co Mayo is testing a scheme for tackling air pollution while helping parents get their kids to school without driving all the way
This quaint, well-lit three-bed cottage was built about 20 years ago and has a C3 Ber
Drivers found to have travelled between two points on a road too quickly to receive three penalty points and fine of up to €160
Michael J Gallagher died from multiple injuries after his quad bike entered a drain in June
Joshua Smith Murray’s mother was charged with his murder but died from natural causes before the case went to trial
From feeling ‘a bit of impostor syndrome’ when he first played for Ireland, the Leinster number eight is the prime candidate to become captain of not just his country but also of the British & Irish Lions
Environmental Protection Agency is scrutinising terms of permit for Dawn Meats in Ballyhaunis
Castlebar exhibition features a 124-year-old midwifery bag used to give medical aid to Volunteers during the 1916 Rising
Adverse weather events, quota restrictions and changing market conditions have combined to reduce the sector’s viability
Shop owners Tom Mahon (63) and Eileen Mahon (61) died when fire engulfed their house in Swinford, Co Mayo, in the early hours of March 26th
Cathy Hughes died on what is known as the back beach of Old Head, Louisburgh, on July 21st
Jessie Lawrence died as a result of brain herniation due to traumatic brain injuries following fall at guest accommodation in Cong, Co Mayo, last month, inquest told
National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management and Met Éireann met on Friday ahead of alerts coming into force
Burke convicted at Ballina District Court last June and fined €350 over behaviour outside inquest
The TikTok and Instagram star, who is hosting a new podcast, has grown used to attention from strangers. Not all of it is welcome
Mayo coroner recommends that people planning to engage in physical activity they are unaccustomed to have medical check beforehand
As Intermezzo is published, here is a quick reminder of Sally Rooney’s previous bestsellers and their screen adaptations
Hugo O’Donnell is a descendent of Red Hugh O’Donnell who left Ireland after the Battle of Kinsale and died in Spain
Fergal McCarthy and his teenage son enjoy simple pleasures while camping on the elusive, sheep-bitten Mayo island
Paddy McKillen’s wine embarks on a voyage to America; bread giants have a word about a word; while the National Gallery of Ireland is unsure about language requirements
Experience blissful solitude, stoic locals, exuberant puffin displays, lavish forts, bracing walks and nocturnal sessions
Grandmother Ann Ivers (62) from Kiltimagh joins group of 45 in charity swim two years after swimming from famous prison island to San Francisco
Despite the serious shortage of teachers nationally, schools in Co Mayo are spoiled for choice, and the quality of life is part of the attraction
Phones were ‘red hot’ in Charlestown as news of brothers putting differences aside for UK and Ireland tour filtered through Peggy Gallagher’s birthplace
Gardaí quickly became suspicious a serious crime had been committed - and their suspicions fell on three men from the community
One prominent anglers’ representative said the incident highlighted an ongoing issue of lack of effective regulation in the salmon farming sector.
Restrictions at 20 beaches in Mayo will remain in place for up to six days with further six locations affected in Clare
Yellow weather alert issued for Mayo and Galway as high winds combine with supermoon spring tides
Farmers and landowners helping to increase numbers in core breeding areas across Donegal, Mayo and Galway
Substantive inquest hearing was adjourned to a later date when additional evidence will be available
Aisling Moore (46) and her daughter Abbigael Tournié Moore (8) died following a collision at Callow between Foxford and Swinford in Co Mayo
‘You could over-complicate it,’ Joe Devine says. ‘This is about reversing the drainage of a bog, and seeing what benefits are going to emerge’
One of 15 Fine Gael TDs retiring from Leinster House, the Mayo veteran reflects on the good and bad sides of modern politics
A very soggy summer has brought mixed blessings for business owners in Mayo, Kerry and Donegal
Lizy Abraham Saju died when car in which she was a passenger collided with a camper van on N59 on Thursday
The two-vehicle incident occurred on the N59 in Newport on Thursday afternoon
Mark Graham and Ellie O’Byrne share their favourite cycles in Ireland for all levels of ability from paved paths to off road adventures perfect for making the most out of the long weekend
Innovation and attention to detail define these first-class dining establishments
James Kilroy sentenced to life in prison after failing to convince jury he was insane when he killed his wife
Christening of Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer Named for Irish Citizen Patrick Gallagher. Ceremony in the US on July 27th next is in honour of a young Mayo man who was killed in Vietnam in 1967 shortly after winning the Navy Cross.
Anne McGovern said her sister, who was simply ‘fun to be with’, loved the good things in life and ‘had excellent style and taste’
New figures show lowest fertility rates in urban areas such as Dublin’s inner city
Psychiatrists give conflicting evidence on whether James Kilroy’s diagnosis qualifies for special verdict after insanity plea
Staff have limited powers available if a person not detained under Mental Health Act wishes to leave, coroner says
Cathy Hughes was living in Salthill, Galway but grew up in Westport, Co Mayo
James Kilroy (51) has pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity to murdering his wife at Kilbree Lower, Westport, Co Mayo, in 2019
My travel companions often dream of creating a year-round version of our annual trip but it would all fall apart at the four-week mark
Ballinrobe residents were travelling in Punjab when collision occurred
Sinn Féin’s finance spokesman claims effort ‘at the very heart of Government’ to limit support for homeowners in redress scheme
The woman said she went on holidays in June 2022 and when she came home she realised the landlord had stayed there without her consent as his toothbrush was left in the bathroom
School and sports clubs pay tributes to Aisling Moore and Abbigael Moore-Tournié
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices