Knock demand investment after Shannon bail out LOSS of routes and jobs are predicted at Ireland West Airport Knock if the Government goes ahead with plans to invest more than €100m in Shannon Airport. more >

Sadness at passing of actor Joyce Redman THE passing of screen icon, Joyce Redman, has been marked with great sadness in the Ballina area where the legendary actress has strong family connections. more >

The season starts here MAYO might not admit to having one eye on a Connacht final appearance when a semi-final encounter with Leitrim or London next month still awaits, but it seems that their fellow contenders for the Nestor Cup certainly see them as the benchmark. more >

Ladies land League crown YEARS of frustration and disappointment were cast aside last Saturday when the Mayo Ladies returned to the national stage and won the National Football League Division 2 crown in Dublin’s Parnell Park. more >

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