News - Midwest
Transport charge for people with disabilities in Northwest & Midwest to be scrapped
The HSE has allocated €250,000 for the remainder of 2025, with an additional €500,000 secured from 2026 to permanently cover the cost.
Aug 9, 2025 15:21
Almost 10% of people in Shannonside region have never used the internet
The figures from the Central Statistics Office show that 9% of people in the midlands and mid-west have not used the internet in their lives at all.
Jan 6, 2023 17:30
Most homes lacking internet access in Shannonside region going without by own choice
Central Statistic Office data shows that in the midlands, 61 percent of those without internet have stated it is by choice as they do not need it.
Jan 4, 2023 17:22
Local businesses saw record levels of expansion in 2021
Job creation was also spread across the country.
Jan 11, 2022 17:40
Establishment of new Technological University in Athlone a 'historic day'
It's the third technological university to be set up in this country.
Oct 1, 2021 13:48
New era for education in region begins today as TUS opens in Athlone
A major launch of the new University will take place in Athlone today.
Oct 1, 2021 07:47
Governing body announced for new Technological University
Appointments have been made to the governing body of the new Technological University of the Shannon, Midlands, Midwest.
Sep 28, 2021 13:18Shannonside Newsletter
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