News - Athlone
Approximately €50,000 worth of jewellery taken in Athlone burglary
The burglary occurred in the Golden Island area of the town at approximately 3.15am this morning.
Nov 30, 2023 11:32
New Garda appointments made across the region
Mullingar Garda Station received two new appointments in the October/November period.
Nov 21, 2023 13:13
Roscommon to benefit from new late evening train service
The extra service will mean that there will now be five services available from Dublin Heuston to Westport daily, and six from Westport to Heuston.
Nov 19, 2023 11:51
Investigation underway after discovery of suspected explosive device in Athlone
Gardaí have appealed for any witnesses to the incident to come forward.
Nov 14, 2023 09:41
Sinn Féin Ard Fheis gets underway in Athlone
Party leader Mary-Lou McDonald says it makes sense for Sinn Féin to connect with the public in the midlands.
Nov 10, 2023 13:16
Plans lodged for significant Roscommon housing development
Included in the application is the proposed development of a creche building for 60 children.
Nov 7, 2023 07:44
Revenue seize €150,000 worth of illegal drugs in Athlone
The drugs were contained in parcels delivered from the Netherlands.
Nov 3, 2023 16:36
Permission sought for 177 homes at local development
Marina Quarter Ltd, who have permission for an overall larger residential development, is seeking to construct the homes.
Nov 1, 2023 14:45
Planning sought for 55 new apartments in Athlone
Westmeath County planners are due to make a decision on the development in December.
Oct 28, 2023 14:08
Over 120 incidents logged on the M6/N6 between Athlone and Ballinasloe
15 incidents on the stretch between Athlone and Ballinasloe were categorised as high priority involving accidents, vehicles on fire, or obstructions.
Oct 27, 2023 13:02
Esker House receives vital funding for new training programmes
Esker House in Athlone operates the region's only 24 hour support line for victims of Domestic Abuse.
Oct 20, 2023 16:18
140 used needles found during Athlone clean-up
The needles, believed to have been discarded by drug users, were found in the Battery Bridge area of the town.
Oct 12, 2023 13:18
N55 reopens following fatal road crash
A motorcyclist, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 16:21
N55 near Athlone remains closed following fatal collision
The deceased - a man in his 50s - was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 11:09Shannonside Newsletter
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