Busy Mayo route set to reopen as major bridge works near completion

The N58 route between Ballyvary and Foxford is set to reopen shortly.

The Connaught Telegraph has learned that major works on the bridge in the village of Straide, which led to the closure in August, is 'within days' of completion.

The news represents a major boost for the community where residents had highlighted concerns over a dangerous situation that had developed along the detour route, the L7141.

The narrow roadway, which became very busy, did not allow two cars to pass, leading to fears of potential accidents.

The matter was raised at a meeting of Mayo County Council in September as councillors fully backed the residents in their campaign.

The new bridge will be officially opened in due course.