John Corless

1 week ago | westernpeople.ie | John Corless

Claremorris-based businesswoman Melissa Walsh has once again made her mark as a finalist in this year’s Network Ireland Mayo Business Woman of the Year Awards. It is a well-earned recognition of her two decades of entrepreneurial leadership, design innovation, and community involvement. Melissa is managing director of MW Design, Print & Signs Ltd, a business she founded in 2003 at the age of just 23.

1 week ago | westernpeople.ie | John Corless

The final seats at the table have been claimed. After 15 weeks of high-stakes action, Mary McGlynn and Aiden Maughan emerged victorious at the last chance play-off held in Teach O’Hora on Wednesday night, securing the final two places in the Spring Poker League Grand Final. The eagerly anticipated final will feature 14 of the sharpest poker players from the local circuit, all vying for a generous prize pool of €2,165.

1 week ago | westernpeople.ie | John Corless

Cúram Family Centre is calling on the Claremorris community to help secure vital financial support through the AIB Community Fund, which will distribute €1 million to charities and community organisations across the country. The local centre, officially registered as Claremorris Social and Family Centre, is asking individuals to nominate it for support under the fund’s 'Social' theme. Nominations can be submitted online at aib.ie/community by clicking the “nominate here” link.

2 weeks ago | westernpeople.ie | John Corless

Claremorris Tidy Towns is calling on all dog owners to join them in showing love - not just for their pets, but for their community too. As part of ongoing efforts to tackle the issue of dog fouling in public spaces, the group has launched a new initiative aimed at raising awareness and promoting responsible dog ownership. A specially designed ‘sandwich board’ sign will now be displayed around the town as a friendly but clear reminder, 'Love Your Dog – Respect Your Town'.

2 weeks ago | westernpeople.ie | John Corless

Transition Year students at Mount St. Michael Secondary School and St Colman’s College in Claremorris recently rolled up their sleeves to take part in a meaningful community project in partnership with the Claremorris and District Lions Club. The annual tree-planting initiative, now firmly established on the local calendar, is part of the Lions' wider environmental campaign and aligns closely with the schools’ Green Schools programme.