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Irish Defence Forces helping evacuation from Sudan
Fierce fighting began in the country over a week ago between the Army and a rival paramilitary group
Apr 24, 2023 08:04Sixth Infantry Battalion celebrates centenary in Athlone
The Sixth Infantry Battalion based in Custume Barracks in Athlone is today celebrating its centenary.
Jan 24, 2023 13:0139th anniversary of deaths of local soldier and Garda at Derrada Woods
The Longford army private and the Monaghan recruit Garda were killed in the line of duty in 1983.
Dec 16, 2022 13:12Families describe hurt caused by handling of Athlone Jadotville memorial
Commandant Leo Quinlan, son of Pat Quinlan, Commanding Officer of A Company, branded the event as incompetent and offensive.
Dec 12, 2022 13:12Local Barracks not to be used for refugee housing says Government
Custume Barracks is not one of the locations under consideration for a temporary refugee centre.
Jul 19, 2022 13:07Local Defence Forces fundraiser shows community spirit among soldiers
Gunners from the unit braved the weather to put on the display in towns across the region.
May 6, 2022 13:05Tributes paid to veterans of Longford's Connolly Barracks
The barracks marked a century of ownership by the Irish State this week.
Feb 18, 2022 13:02Army called to Athlone parcel centre after 'suspicious' devices located
The incident occurred just after 7pm at the sorting centre on the Dublin Road.
Feb 14, 2022 22:02Ireland needs to treble military spending according to new report
The review proposes Ireland increase it's military spending to 3 billion euro annually.
Feb 9, 2022 08:02Connolly Barracks handover centenary to be marked with special event
The ceremony is open to the public.
Feb 8, 2022 08:02Shannonside Newsletter
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