News - Aengus O'Rourke
Athlone cycleway bridge renamed after former minister Mary O'Rourke
Taoiseach Micheal Martin along with a number of local politicians attended the event.
May 1, 2026 13:56
Four Athlone councillors call for IPAS centre in Lissywollen to be removed
Late last year, the High Court ordered it appropriate to quash the ministerial statutory instrument that provided the legal basis for the accommodation centre.
Apr 24, 2026 13:40
Documentary on former minister Mary O'Rourke to air on RTÉ tonight
One of Mary's sons Aengus is a councillor in Athlone.
Dec 28, 2025 09:35
Westmeath County Council informs McGregor he is not welcome in chamber
Last week, the MMA fighter claimed he had secured the support of local councils.
Sep 10, 2025 13:20
Athlone asylum case may be heading for Europe
Local councillors are taking legal action against the state over plans to locate up to 1,000 asylum seekers in tents.
Sep 3, 2025 07:35
LISTEN: Councillor welcomes High Court deferral of verdict on Athlone IPAS centre
The State had been planning to locate up to 1,000 asylum seekers at a centre in Lissywollen, Athlone.
Jun 26, 2025 13:40
Councillor says locals in 'shock' following discovery of woman's body in Roscommon
A post mortem exam will take place at University Hospital Galway, which will determine the course of the investigation.
Dec 31, 2024 10:37
Athlone councillor Aengus O'Rourke to contest Seanad elections next month
He has received two nominations from so-called ‘outside’ bodies, ahead of tomorrow’s deadline.
Dec 16, 2024 07:41
Troy to be confirmed as Fianna Fáil's Westmeath general election candidate tonight
He is the only person in the running after Athlone councillor Aengus O'Rourke pulled out.
Jul 22, 2024 08:19
Athlone's Aengus O'Rourke pulls out of general election race
O'Rourke says he has now withdrawn because Fianna Fáil has decided to run only two candidates.
Jul 13, 2024 11:31
Deadline day for local Fianna Fáil general election candidates
Current TDs Joe Flaherty and Robert Troy have confirmed they are seeking to retain their Dáil seats.
Jul 8, 2024 17:32
Irish Water and Athlone M.D members to meet over major wastewater scheme
Councillor Aengus O'Rourke says he's very happy to have been contacted today by Irish Water who've agreed to a meeting with councillor shortly to discuss the project.
Feb 1, 2023 17:14
Local people express sadness at withdrawal of Franciscans from Athlone
A statement issued from the Franciscan Minister Provincial Fr Aidan McGrath said the decision had been difficult, but had to be made in response to their ageing and reducing membership.
Oct 18, 2022 17:28
Robots to transform water rescue operations in Athlone
Local Gardai, the Athlone Sub Aqua Unit and other first responders are involved.
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