News - Westmeath
Five month road closure in place in Athlone from today
Mardyke Street will be closed for a period of 5 months to allow it's redevelopment alongside part of Sean Costello Street.
Mar 20, 2023 13:18
Planning appeal submitted against Westmeath nursing home development
A decision will be made in July.
Mar 16, 2023 11:11
Snow/ice warning for Longford and Westmeath overnight tonight
The weather this week will be very changeable ranging from 12 degrees back down to -3 degrees at times during the nights
Mar 13, 2023 08:26
Public consultation underway for tourism strategy for Westmeath
The full draft is available on the council's consultation hub.
Mar 11, 2023 09:57
Planning permission granted for Athlone retailer
Westmeath county planners granted permission with 2 conditions attached
Mar 10, 2023 10:44
New economic strategy launched for Athlone
The plan will put an emphasis on job creation in both the short and long term.
Feb 22, 2023 08:28
Athlone economic strategy launched by Roscommon and Westmeath Councils
An aim is to create an environment where small businesses and entrepreneurs can thrive.
Feb 21, 2023 17:35
MDMA tablets worth €300,000 seized in Athlone
The parcels had originated in the Netherlands and were destined for an address in Kildare.
Feb 8, 2023 17:09
Biodiversity Officers approved for Longford and Leitrim
Leitrim and Longford have been approved for funding and the government hopes to fill the positions by September.
Feb 2, 2023 13:29
Support from public needed to obtain Blue Flag for Lough Ree beaches
In order to qualify for the Blue Flag, a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria must be met and maintained.
Jan 27, 2023 17:30
Local company exploring willow as peat alternative to keep business viable
Kevin Mahon from Klansman Deilmann says the lack of any real alternative to peat is a huge issue
Jan 26, 2023 18:04
Local councillor criticises Transport Minister's stance on public road funding
Councillor Paraic Brady is calling on the Minister to come to Longford to see the condition of the N4 for himself.
Jan 24, 2023 17:54
N4 upgrade project not key priority according to Transport Minister
The Minister says it's vital for local town centres to be renewed first in order to draw people in and revitalize rural Ireland.
Jan 20, 2023 17:27
Local minister shares concerns over new afforestation plan
The plan involves thousands of acres of rural land being sold to a British Investment Fund.
Jan 20, 2023 14:04Shannonside Newsletter
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