Boyle Tidy Towns was awarded 2nd prize in the Town Centre First category, receiving €1,500.

The by-laws would include the reduction of mooring times, removal of winter mooring and a tax on businesses operating on the Shannon.

The companies other clients include Kenneth Branagh, Sam Elliot and Kevin Kline.

The Technological University of the Shannon had sought planning permission to construct a large temporary car parking facility near their Athlone campus on the Dublin Road.

HIQA inspectors noticed a pleasant atmosphere, with well-dressed residents content with their surroundings and having positive interactions with the staff.

John McCarthy is applying for planning to construct 35 new houses in Edgeworthstown.

Forsa has organised the work-to-rule which affects all clerical and administrative staff in the health authority.

The motorist came to the attention of Gardaí as they noticed the car speeding during wet road conditions.