News - Westmeath
Section of N4 remains closed following fatal collision in Westmeath
Anyone with information is asked to contact Mullingar Garda Station on 044 938 4000, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.
Mar 15, 2026 11:11
Investigations continue into Westmeath church fires
Officers were called to the scene of a fire at St James' Church in Kilbeggan in the early hours of Friday morning.
Mar 9, 2026 18:08
One hospitalised following Westmeath crash
Gardaí are at the scene of the collision.
Jan 22, 2026 11:46
Man in his 60s dies in County Westmeath crash
The crash happened at Cushinstown, Killucan shortly before a quarter past 2 on Friday afternoon.
Dec 21, 2025 08:30
Man airlifted to hospital after being seriously injured in Ballinalack crash
The driver of the car, a male in his 40s, was brought by air ambulance to the Mater Hospital in Dublin and has since been transferred to Beaumont Hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
Dec 10, 2025 20:50
Westmeath player scoops €6.2 million Lotto jackpot
The winner purchased their Quick Pick ticket on the day of the draw.
Dec 4, 2025 11:14
Local TD confident of N4 upgrade
The NDP has a total investment of €275.4 billion over the 2026-2035 period.
Nov 25, 2025 13:50
Polling stations now open across the Shannonside region
They'll remain open until 10 o'clock tonight.
Oct 24, 2025 07:40
Irish language broadcaster and writer Manchán Magan passes away
Born and raised in Dublin, Mr Magan moved to Westmeath in 1997, after purchasing a plot of land in Collinstown.
Oct 3, 2025 08:54
Appeal over serious Westmeath crash
The motorcyclist was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital in Tullamore for treatment.
Sep 29, 2025 09:27
Motorcyclist seriously injured after collision in Westmeath
The collision with a car happened on Main Street in Rochfortbridge at about 5:30pm yesterday evening.
Sep 28, 2025 08:26
Local TD welcomes possibility of hosting Irish Open at Trump's golf club
It's reported the County Clare course will host the tournament next year.
Sep 10, 2025 13:04
New and revised timetables for local bus routes to be launched next week
Longford councillor Uruemu Adejinmi attended the official launch of the bus timetables earlier this week.
Sep 10, 2025 12:45
Man due to appear in court following drugs seizure in Galway and Westmeath
€165,000 worth of cocaine and cannabis was seized following searches in Galway and Westmeath on Wednesday.
Aug 29, 2025 17:05Shannonside Newsletter
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