News - Athlone
Planning sought for significant expansion of Athlone primary school
It would also see the construction of a new school office, nine special education tuition rooms, one home school liaison, staff facilities and all ancillary accommodation.
Jul 23, 2025 11:58
Public meeting to take place in Athlone regarding housing development
Alanna Homes are set to construct a 576-unit estate in the Lissywollen area.
Jul 17, 2025 12:52
Athlone records temperature of 30 degrees celsius
With the heat expected to peak between 3pm and 5pm today, the public is urged to enjoy the hot weather safely and to protect skin and eyes from sun radiation.
Jul 12, 2025 13:20
Asylum-seeker accused of raping girl in Athlone sent forward for trial
The 23-year-old man appeared yesterday before Judge Peter White in Athlone District Court.
Jul 3, 2025 07:21
Gardaí launch probe following discovery of weapons at local cemetery
Enquiries are ongoing.
Jul 1, 2025 21:39
LISTEN: Councillor welcomes High Court deferral of verdict on Athlone IPAS centre
The State had been planning to locate up to 1,000 asylum seekers at a centre in Lissywollen, Athlone.
Jun 26, 2025 13:40
Roscommon-based company seeks planning for over 300 car parking spaces
A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development, and a decision is due by mid-August.
Jun 25, 2025 11:07
Government urged to back Sean Mulryan's ambitious plan for Athlone
The plan, put forward by Seán Mulryan's Ballymore Group, would aim to cater for a population of 100,000 by 2040.
Jun 24, 2025 13:20
Plan announced to convert Athlone into Ireland's first green city
The proposal also outlined that the development of a new green city in the heart of Ireland would ensure a wide economic benefit across the Midlands and North-West regions.
Jun 23, 2025 17:33
Asylum-seeker accused of rape in Athlone expected to apply for bail next week
The 23-year-old asylum seeker, who cannot be named due to the nature of the charge and to protect the identity of the alleged victim, appeared before Judge Bernadette Owens this week at Athlone District Court via video link.
Jun 12, 2025 08:18
Plans explored for refugee accommodation at well known Athlone bar
The application seeks to avail of a planning exemption in order to offer the accommodation at the well known bar and guesthouse.
Jun 6, 2025 11:14
Cattle trailer stolen in south Roscommon
The theft occurred sometime on the night of May 8th at Meehanbee, Drum.
Jun 3, 2025 11:08
Planning sought for new Midlands Regional Family Hub in Athlone
County planners are set to decide on the issue in July.
Jun 2, 2025 11:17
A first for Longford school in green flag awards
Scoil Bhríde Glen National School in Edgeworthstown were awarded the Global Citizenship Food and Biodiversity flag at an awards ceremony held in Athlone last week.
May 28, 2025 17:26Shannonside Newsletter
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