News - Athlone
High court action against plans to locate up to 1,000 refugees in tents in Athlone to be heard this morning
The site has seen numerous protests and demonstrations since plans were unveiled last year.
Apr 28, 2025 11:08
Cannabis plants worth over €300,000 seized at grow house in Athlone
The man has since been charged to appear before a special sitting of Galway District Court today.
Apr 27, 2025 11:17
Rural development minister calls for public consultation process to be adjusted
That's the view of the Minster for Rural Regeneration and Development, Dara Calleary after a number of public realm works in the region have seen major public push back.
Apr 26, 2025 14:01
Ericsson announce massive multimillion euro investment in Athlone base
Ericsson employ 1,300 people in Ireland, with the majority based in Athlone.
Apr 24, 2025 07:12
Funeral of popular Athlone businessman to take place tomorrow
He will repose at his residence today from 4pm to 8pm, with removal tomorrow morning to St. Mary’s Church for Mass at 12 noon.
Apr 23, 2025 11:12
Public encouraged to help keep Athlone clean this Good Friday
People are asked to donate an hour or two of their time to clean up their local area.
Apr 18, 2025 08:46
Report finds no HAP properties available in Athlone or Leitrim last month
The charity's Locked Out of the Market report found the areas with the lowest number of properties were Sligo Town and Portlaoise.
Apr 17, 2025 14:08
No properties available to rent in Co. Leitrim and Athlone through HAP
The latest 'Locked Out of the Market' survey findings was released this morning.
Apr 17, 2025 09:45
Tributes paid to Athlone businessman who died while swimming in Malta
Noel Ryan passed away after getting into difficulty while swimming at St Julian's Bay, during a holiday in Malta.
Apr 16, 2025 15:47
Need for Athlone-Boyle road upgrade to be raised during Taoiseach's visit tonight
Former taoiseach Bertie Ahern and several senior ministers will also be there.
Apr 12, 2025 09:18
Planning lodged for new Athlone restaurant and apartments
The apartments will be located in a newly constructed five storey block should the project get the green light.
Apr 9, 2025 07:55
Planning permission overturned for well known Athlone car dealership
Transport Infrastructure Ireland lodged an appeal to the higher planning authority following the award of permission.
Apr 8, 2025 07:51
Athlone Lotto player wins over €32,000 as players urged to check tickets
The National Lottery says Wednesdays draw saw one player from Co. Westmeath become richer after they successfully matched five numbers plus the bonus.
Apr 5, 2025 11:16
OPW Minister says cost of Athlone flood defence works are 'worth it'
The Athlone works, which have caused a considerable amount of disruption to traffic in the town, are designed to protect the urban area from flooding once complete.
Mar 31, 2025 13:23Shannonside Newsletter
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