News - Athlone
TII issues concerns about car showroom developments in Athlone
The authority argued that the development's location endangers public safety due to the movement of the extra traffic that would accompany the completed project.
Sep 17, 2023 12:10
More placements available at TUS following new hospital partnership
The Technological University of the Shannon joined a partnership with the Bon Secours Hospital in Galway to create clinical placements for its nursing students.
Sep 16, 2023 14:50
Seven local producers among Blas na hÉireann finalists
Of the seven regional producers in the final, five are from Co. Westmeath, and two are from Co. Longford.
Sep 14, 2023 14:22
Planning granted for 40 new apartments in Athlone
Westmeath County planners granted planning permission with 8 conditions attached.
Sep 13, 2023 13:18
Man charged following Athlone drug seizure worth €130,000
He is expected to appear before a sitting of Athlone District Court this morning.
Sep 13, 2023 08:11
Irish Rail announces additional service for Shannonside region
The new departure on the Dublin to Galway line will run on Fridays only.
Sep 12, 2023 13:29
Man arrested after drugs worth €130,000 seized in Athlone
The search was conducted by members of the Athlone Detective Unit, Westmeath Divisional Drug unit and the Westmeath Roads Policing Unit.
Sep 11, 2023 18:39
Gardaí in Athlone investigating second aggravated burglary in seven days
A man in his 80s and a woman in her 70s were assaulted and a sum of cash was taken during the course of this incident.
Sep 11, 2023 18:18
Urgent call for by law review to tackle Athlone anti-social behaviour
Local Councillor Frankie Keena has called for a review into local by-laws to grant Gardaí more powers to deal with the issues.
Sep 7, 2023 08:53
Proposal lodged for completion of leisure route in Baylin
The development aims to connect the Baylin Bog Trail and Carn Park Forest Walk through the construction of a boardwalk which measures 350m in length.
Sep 6, 2023 12:02
Two motorists caught speeding on M6 during National Slow Down Day
Two motorists were caught speeding on the M6 Glen Athlone in Westmeath, one travelling at 131km/h and another at 144km/h in a 120km/h zone.
Sep 4, 2023 13:38
New Athlone to Roscrea/Thurles bus service begins operation today
Route 850 by TFI Local Link Laois Offaly will operate six daily returns services, seven days a week, linking Athlone to Roscrea.
Sep 4, 2023 08:03
Pre-retirement programme to take place in Athlone
The course is organised by the Retirement Planning Council of Ireland.
Sep 3, 2023 14:32
Man assaulted and money stolen in Athlone burglary incident
The man, who lives alone. was taken to Tullamore Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries.
Sep 3, 2023 08:32Shannonside Newsletter
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