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Former local Minister shoots down idea of single River Shannon authority

Several local and national representatives have previously called for such an organisation.

Feb 25, 2024 09:19

Body found following Athlone rescue operation

Emergency services were called at about 7.30 this morning near The Quay area after reports a man had entered the water.

Feb 7, 2024 12:05

Protesters highlight damage caused by Shannon flooding

The protest is being run by the Save our Shannon group who were set up by the communities living along the river who've suffered from flooding over the years.

Aug 4, 2023 13:27

Roscommon man halfway through swimming the Shannon without a wetsuit

Anyone who wants to donate to Ger's chosen charities Pieta House, or Jigsaw , can go to idonate.ie.

Jun 25, 2023 09:24

Athlone Castle parking closed due to flood defence construction

Westmeath County Council apologise for any inconvenience caused.

May 20, 2023 13:17

Appeal to local anglers not to spread invasive species to west of Ireland

The invasive mussels have spread massively in Lough Ree and the River Shannon generally

Mar 31, 2023 18:53

Local RNLI rescue two fishermen in Athlone

Earlier on Saturday Lough Ree RNLI had joined with Athlone Sub Aqua Club and Athlone River Safety Awareness just upstream of the weir wall to demonstrate emergency response procedures to the public.

Mar 20, 2023 07:39

Local TD urges government to support local Sub Aqua groups

Speaking in the Dail recently, Deputy Naughten confirmed that while maintenance grants are available for mountain, cave and sea rescue services, nothing is provided for diving groups.

Jan 25, 2023 13:45

Hopes major investment in Athlone Main Drainage Project will reduce flooding

Regional Infrastructure Delivery Lead, Eunan Canavan says the current overused system is not capable of holding excess water during heavy rain periods.

Jan 13, 2023 17:11