News - Westmeath
Missing Westmeath woman located safe and well
18-year-old Robyn Breen was reported missing from Mullingar on Tuesday.
May 14, 2026 13:04
Appeal over teenager missing from county Westmeath
Gardaí and Robyn’s family are concerned for her wellbeing.
May 13, 2026 18:07
Gardaí investigating a number of burglaries in Longford and Westmeath
Anyone with any information is asked to contact their local Garda station or the Garda Confidential line on 1800 666 111.
May 12, 2026 11:13
Investigation underway after six calves found dumped in Westmeath waterway
Westmeath County Council says the incident is being treated as illegal dumping, with concerns over potential risks to public health and local water quality.
May 1, 2026 17:01
Local TD says government must stop 'treating additional needs as inconvenience'
That's according to local Sinn Féin TD Sorca Clarke, who was speaking during a debate on Special Education in the Dáil this week.
Apr 25, 2026 09:25
Over 110 local adults living in emergency accommodation in March
The figure was revealed in the Department of Housing's monthly report.
Apr 24, 2026 17:55
Girl in critical condition after Westmeath crash
It happened at Clonmellon on Wednesday evening, shortly before 7.30pm.
Apr 23, 2026 15:02
Gardaí arrest man in his 30s over two robberies at Mullingar businesses
Gardaí were alerted to a robbery on Castle Street at approximately 4:30pm on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 13, 2026 10:50
Two Athlone millionaires in Lotto in one week - with ticket sold in Monksland
The National Lottery has revealed the winning ticket of Monday's Daily Million was bought in the Westmeath town.
Apr 1, 2026 07:43
Local lotto players urged to check tickets
The winning Daily Million numbers for Monday's draw were: 2, 3, 5, 8, 12, 31 and the Bonus was 18.
Mar 31, 2026 13:05
Westmeath lotto player wins €1 million
It comes just days after another local player scooped €1 million in the Lotto Plus One draw last Wednesday after buying their ticket in Corrib Oil in Athlone.
Mar 31, 2026 11:50
Witness appeal issued over Westmeath crash
Five people were hospitalised following the crash, including the two drivers.
Mar 30, 2026 13:53
120 new jobs on the way with Midlands McDonald's
It's due to be built in Lakepoint Retail Park.
Mar 30, 2026 11:38
Lotto player in Westmeath wins a million euro
They've become the sixth National Lottery millionaire of the year, after taking the top prize of the Lotto Plus 1 draw last night.
Mar 26, 2026 15:36Shannonside Newsletter
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