News - Westmeath
Gardaí forced to abandon N4 chase as suspect flees on wrong side of road
It's now been confirmed that the vehicle had been stolen in Blanchardstown last Wednesday.
Feb 27, 2024 07:50
Over €140,000 worth of cannabis seized in Athlone
The illicit drugs were discovered in parcels originating from Spain.
Feb 23, 2024 12:54
Local council targeted in €500,000 payment fraud
It's understood the transaction took place in January and has cost the council €515,000.
Feb 22, 2024 13:05
Former local TD calls for change in procedures around co-option to councils
He sought co-option to Westmeath County Council in 2022 following the resignation of his son, Jamie Moran from the position.
Feb 21, 2024 16:24
Planning permission sought for major extension of a Mullingar hotel
The proposal consists of a new restaurant, new breakfast room, reception area, extended bar area, ancillary rooms and 60 bedrooms.
Feb 21, 2024 16:16
6 year old dies from injuries sustained in Westmeath road collision
Feb 18, 2024 12:24
6-year-old girl seriously injured in M6 crash
It happened at around 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon on the M6 Eastbound between Tyrellspass and Rochfortbridge.
Feb 9, 2024 08:37
Protest in solidarity with Palestine to take place in Westmeath today
The protest, titled, "Global Kites for Palestine," is to involve the flying of kites to support those suffering in the conflict.
Feb 3, 2024 09:13
Applications close for EU Digital transformation funds tomorrow
The grant will help local businesses in areas such as website design, app development and online selling.
Jan 30, 2024 18:03
Westmeath councillor criticises county's omission from septic tank scheme
The Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien announced last November that grants available for Septic Tanks will be increased to €12,000 from €5,000.
Jan 23, 2024 11:47
Almost 10 thousand people recorded on live register across the region
The Live register records the number of people registering for Jobseekers Benefit, Jobseekers allowance or any other entitlements at offices of the Department of Social Protection.
Jan 17, 2024 15:19
New CSO data reveals average weekly wages across the region
According to data from the CSO, the average weekly income in the Shannonside region increased from €703 to €735 between 2021 and 2022.
Jan 15, 2024 13:25
Over 10% of tourist beds in the region used to accommodate refugees
According to the report, Leitrim and Westmeath have the highest proportion of beds contracted to the Government in the region.
Jan 9, 2024 13:06
Garda investigations underway following serious assault in Mullingar
At approximately, 1.40am Gardaí were alerted to a disturbance outside a premises on Patrick Street, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath involving two men.
Jan 8, 2024 18:07Shannonside Newsletter
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