News - Westmeath
Roads policing units carry out stops in Westmeath and Roscommon
The Delvin Roads Policing unit found the driver to be a novice with no plates displayed, and they also had no license for the trailer.
Jan 3, 2024 17:09
Shannonside region encouraged to support Christmas Appeals
Since 2013, €1.7 million has been donated through the annual appeal, with almost €8000 raised in total across counties Longford, Westmeath and Leitrim.
Dec 29, 2023 13:21
Gardaí seek assistance in tracing missing Athlone teenager
14 year old Jack Byrne went missing from the Athlone area on Saturday.
Dec 27, 2023 07:29
Number of drivers caught speeding locally during National Slow Down Day
One driver was detected driving at 93kph in a 80kph zone on the R327 near Cloonfad.
Dec 23, 2023 13:13
People encouraged to participate in local Christmas initiative
Now in its second year, the "Giving Tree" provides people across the region the opportunity to help less fortunate children.
Dec 12, 2023 12:56
Planning appeal lodged against major Westmeath housing development
The development spans almost 10 hectares and is planned for the Petitswood area outside the town.
Dec 5, 2023 14:59
"They might have changed the world because they changed ours" - Family react as a mother sentenced for double murder
The family described Thelma and Michael as happy fun-loving children overflowing with love and mischief.
Nov 30, 2023 17:15
Woman pleads guilty to murdering her children in Westmeath last year
Lynn Eager, of Winetown in Rathowen, Westmeath, was due to stand trial early next year, but was today handed a life sentence after pleading guilty to the murders.
Nov 30, 2023 13:05
Westmeath County Council approve planning for major housing development
A number of objections rose from the local community, with concerns about the size of the development and its wider environmental impact.
Nov 24, 2023 16:29
Three arrests made as €100,000 seized from ten local properties
The operation was part of ongoing investigations into the activities of an Eastern European organised criminal gang operating throughout the midlands.
Nov 23, 2023 12:57
Investigation underway after discovery of suspected explosive device in Athlone
Gardaí have appealed for any witnesses to the incident to come forward.
Nov 14, 2023 09:41
Red weather warning for Roscommon and Westmeath ahead of Storm Debi
Schools in Counties with Red or Orange warnings are being urged not to open until 10am.
Nov 12, 2023 19:12
Planning permission sought for extension works at Connolly Barracks
The prominent facility lies at the top of Longford Town, with the LWETB previously expanding their operations onto the site.
Nov 9, 2023 13:44
Minister Humphreys confirms hefty funding to local Tidytowns groups
Minister Heather Humphreys confirmed the funding, which will provide between €1,000 and €4,000 to eligible TidyTowns groups across the country.
Oct 30, 2023 10:50Shannonside Newsletter
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