News - Athlone
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
Athlone based GP calls for more education on Menopause in schools
Today is World Menopause Day, a day to raise awareness of the menopause and to support options to improve health and well-being for women in mid-life and beyond.
Oct 18, 2022 13:55
Shock in Athlone as Franciscans confirm decision to leave town
The order has been in the town for 800 years.
Oct 18, 2022 12:39
Local students express frustration at Junior Cert results delay
This year's junior cert students have yet to receive a date for the publication of results.
Oct 17, 2022 17:44
Simon report reveals no affordable homes to rent in Leitrim or Athlone
It's the lowest number ever recorded nationwide by the charity.
Oct 17, 2022 07:36
Books of condolence open locally for Creeslough victims
Today marks one week since the tragedy took place.
Oct 14, 2022 14:01
Hundreds of Athlone students join protest against Budget measures
The USI claims that Budget 2023 has failed to support students in the cost-of-living crisis -
Oct 13, 2022 13:18
Athlone mother calls for urgent answers over local special education classes
According to the Athlone mother, she needs answers as a matter of urgency.
Oct 12, 2022 13:13
Planning for Athlone apartments appealed to higher authority
A decision is not expected until February of next year.
Oct 11, 2022 11:32
Two men arrested following Athlone taxi robbery
The Taxi driver received minor injuries but did not require hospitalisation.
Oct 6, 2022 10:57
Local Gardaí renew appeal for missing Westmeath teen
Gardai believe that Sean may be in the area of Limerick City.
Oct 4, 2022 07:50
Woman remanded in custody again in connection with death of two children
The children died following a car fire earlier this month.
Sep 28, 2022 12:50
Woman accused of murder of children due back in court
The 48-year-old is due back in court via video link this morning.
Sep 28, 2022 08:25
Staff at TUS Athlone offer rooms to students amid housing crisis
Some staff at the college have opened their doors to students who have failed to find houses, apartments, or house shares
Sep 23, 2022 13:12Shannonside Newsletter
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