News - Lough Ree
Longford Councillor calls for better tourism development on Lough Ree island
It's hoped that much more tourism could be developed on Lough Ree if the Council was to progress works on the little-explored island
Apr 15, 2021 13:50
The new Lough Ree station located in Coosan Point is hoped to be ready before the end of Summer
The new station will be located at Coosan Point in Co. Westmeath
Mar 20, 2021 10:31
Lanesboro locals get ready to say final goodbye to Lough Ree Power Station
The countdown is continuing this lunchtime to the closure of the Lough Ree Power station in Lanesboro which is due to stop production mid-afternoon.
Dec 18, 2020 12:03
End of an era as Lough Ree power station to close today after 62 years
Lough Ree Power Station in Lanesboro closes today bringing an end to 62 years of electricity production in the small town on the Roscommon/Longford
Dec 18, 2020 09:37
Environment Minister won't rule out future use for Lanesboro Power Station
The Minister for the Environment has not ruled out the future use of power stations in Lanesboro or in Shannonbridge. The West Offaly Power Station
Dec 11, 2020 13:26
€135.8m and 350 jobs announced under Just Transition Programme
Three hundred and fifty jobs are to be created in the Midlands following government approval for two major funding initiatives under the Just Transition programme. €
Nov 24, 2020 13:51
Planning decision due on pool extension for Wineport Lodge
Westmeath County Council is due to make a decision in the coming days on plans to add a pool and wellness centre to Wineport Lodge
Nov 18, 2020 13:25
Minister announces feasibility study for possible green energy hub at Lough Ree power station
The Minister for the Environment expects a feasibility study into the establishment of a green energy hub at the Lough Ree Power station will be
Sep 23, 2020 13:25
Lanesboro Councillors call on ESB to delay plans for demolishing Lough Ree power station
The ESB is being criticised for advertising contractors to demolish the Lough Ree power station. The Lanesboro facility, which is currently offline- is due to
Sep 10, 2020 16:21
Anglers fear Lough Ree could lose status as prime fishing location after return of invasive species
Lough Ree is in danger of losing its reputation as one of the finest wild mixed fisheries in Europe. That's according to Athlone man
Aug 26, 2020 16:34
Lough Ree Access for All issue special call out after fully accessible boat arrives from Estonia
Plans to make the Lough Ree and the Shannon more accessible to people with disability have moved a step closer. A fully accessible boat has
Aug 11, 2020 16:59
TD claims ESB looking to tender for demolition of Lough Ree power station
A Midlands TD has claimed that the ESB are tendering for a company to demolish two regional power stations. The Lough Ree and Shannonbridge facilities
Jul 23, 2020 21:00
Lough Ree RNLI rescue boat adrift near Portunny
Members of the Lough Ree RNLI are asking boat owners to ensure their vessels are secured properly after a late night rescue over the weekend.
Jul 6, 2020 16:01Shannonside Newsletter
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