Midwest Radio

22/01/2026

Coming up on the main lunchtime news this Thursday...
-Businesses concerned over the delay in opening up the South American market as Mercosur deal sent to European Court of Justice.
-However, yesterday’s decision has been welcomed by Castlerea-based MEP.
-Mayo minister says 81 jobs were created last year through Mayo Local Enterprise Offices.
Castlebar Councillor calls on the Minister to explain why no funding has been provided this year to complete the Heathlawn to Balla Greenway
All these stories and more coming up from 1 O’clock...

22/01/2026

Castlebar based Fine Gael councillor Donna Sheridan says it’s a disgrace and has called on the Minister for Transport to come to Mayo and look at it.

Councillor Sheridan is calling on the Minister for Transport to come to Mayo and explain it.

22/01/2026

Supporting Brenda Grealis following a life-altering diagnosis of PERM Stiff Person Syndrome, an extremely rare and severe neurological condition. Brenda is a gifted singer and harpist who devoted her life to bringing comfort and joy through music, but this illness has taken away her ability to perform and her livelihood.

Her condition has progressed rapidly, leaving her with complex, lifelong medical needs including specialist care, rehabilitation, mobility support, and home adaptations so she can return home to her family. Brenda is a wife and mother of four, and this diagnosis has placed enormous emotional and financial strain on her entire family.

Any donation, no matter the amount, or simply sharing this post, makes a real difference. 💙

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Supporting Brenda Grealis following a life-altering PERM Stif… Caroline Murnane needs your support for Support Brenda following a life altering PERM SPS diagnosis

22/01/2026

The 2026 National football league kicks off in a huge way this weekend, when Andy Moran and his charges begin their campaign away to local rivals Galway.

The FBD league final between the sides went right to the wire last weekend, and with the stakes even higher this time around, another close game is expected.

The game throws-in at 1:45pm this Sunday in Pearce Stadium and Midwest radio will have full live commentary with Michael D. McAndrew & Martin Carney.

Our coverage is with thanks to McGrath Waste. From the sidelines to the streets, we keep Mayo clean, green, and moving forward. McGrath Waste Management, creating local employment for over 35 years.

22/01/2026

Have you noticed how much it matters to be right? There’s a story about a little boy talking to his teacher about whales. The teacher says it’s physically impossible for a whale to swallow a human — even though it’s huge, its throat is very small. The boy says, “But a whale swallowed Jonah.” The teacher says, “That didn’t happen — a whale can’t swallow a human.” The boy says, “Well, when I get to heaven, I’ll ask Jonah.” The teacher says, “But what if he went to hell?” And the boy says, “You ask him.” To find out more, tune into hear Teresa from Mental Health Ireland.

Thur Jan 22nd - Healthy Mayo Message

22/01/2026

Coming up this morning on the Tommy Marren Show:

📍President of the Irish Road Haulage Association Ger Hyland will join Michael D McAndrew on the show to discuss the call on county councils to back a motion of no confidence in the RSA.
📍Val Robus who is a Sligo-based blogger who has launched a community directory to help people find connection, to make friends and to feel like a part of something. Val will speak with Michael D after 9.30.
📍Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary will join Michael D this morning to hear response from our listeners following on from the discussion surrounding the taxation of the carers allowance.
📍George Furey will speak with Michael D this morning as The Fureys prepare to take to the stage of the TF Royal Theatre on Saturday night.

This and lots more on the Tommy Marren Show, brought to you by Westport Estate.

Get involved in the conversation. Call Lauren or Patrina on 0818 3000 55, send us an email to studio@midwestradio.ie or send us or a text/WhatsApp to 087 900 4141.

22/01/2026

The funding forms part of a €12.66 million investment across 29 Local Sports Partnerships nationally.

25,000 euro is dedicated to Women in Sport in the county.

22/01/2026

A recent petition signed by 800 former and current GAA players has also been handed over to GAA HQ in Dublin.

It's after the insurance company was mentioned in a UN report.

22/01/2026

Coming up in local news headlines on Morning Edition
-Motorists are advised to take due caution with severe fog in places across the region this morning
-Local councillor claims the Crossmolina community is “disappointed and concerned” as green light is given to convert the function room of the Dolphin hotel into accommodation
-Construction to get underway next week on a new pedestrian crossing at what’s considered “the most dangerous” junction in Ballina
-Protesters from this region, and nationally, will convene in Croke Park this lunchtime, calling on the GAA to drop its sponsorship with Allianz
These stories and more at 8.45am

22/01/2026

Drivers are advised to slow down.

When driving in fog, you are advised to use low-beam headlights.

22/01/2026

He called on MCC to ensure that any conditions that have been imposed on the development, to be inspected and adhered to.

Cllr Michael Loftus was speaking at yesterday's BMD meeting.

21/01/2026

Its extraordinary scale stands at 73 metres in length and 24 metres high.

The double‑decker “superjumbo" can carry more than 500 passengers.