News - Athlone
Regional employers named among Ireland’s Best for 2025
The Sunday Independent/Statista report is based on research into companies with more than 200 staff.
May 18, 2025 13:31
Gardaí investigate overnight fire at Athlone recycling facility
Emergency services responded at around 3:30am, with fire crews working for several hours to bring the blaze under control.
May 3, 2025 15:19
Funeral of popular Athlone businessman taking place this morning
Paying tribute to Mr Kelly on social media, Roscommon councillor John Keogh described him as 'absolute and thorough gentleman'.
May 2, 2025 08:34
Athlone lands could be used for substantial housing development, according to report
The Land Development Agency pinpointed the site of the former St. Mel's Terrace on Grace Park Road and the Bus Éireann depot.
May 1, 2025 08:28
Government not stepping back on plans to house up to 1,000 refugees in Athlone
The ongoing High Court case regarding the tented accommodated site at Lissywollen was heard yesterday in front of Ms Justice Farrell.
Apr 29, 2025 13:27
Athlone cancer survivor running Limerick marathon this weekend
Ray Conlon, who recently got the all clear after being treated for bowel cancer, has launched a fundraiser for cancer research.
Apr 29, 2025 11:30
High court action against plans to locate up to 1,000 refugees in tents in Athlone to be heard this morning
The site has seen numerous protests and demonstrations since plans were unveiled last year.
Apr 28, 2025 11:08
Cannabis plants worth over €300,000 seized at grow house in Athlone
The man has since been charged to appear before a special sitting of Galway District Court today.
Apr 27, 2025 11:17
Rural development minister calls for public consultation process to be adjusted
That's the view of the Minster for Rural Regeneration and Development, Dara Calleary after a number of public realm works in the region have seen major public push back.
Apr 26, 2025 14:01
Ericsson announce massive multimillion euro investment in Athlone base
Ericsson employ 1,300 people in Ireland, with the majority based in Athlone.
Apr 24, 2025 07:12
Funeral of popular Athlone businessman to take place tomorrow
He will repose at his residence today from 4pm to 8pm, with removal tomorrow morning to St. Mary’s Church for Mass at 12 noon.
Apr 23, 2025 11:12
Public encouraged to help keep Athlone clean this Good Friday
People are asked to donate an hour or two of their time to clean up their local area.
Apr 18, 2025 08:46
Report finds no HAP properties available in Athlone or Leitrim last month
The charity's Locked Out of the Market report found the areas with the lowest number of properties were Sligo Town and Portlaoise.
Apr 17, 2025 14:08
No properties available to rent in Co. Leitrim and Athlone through HAP
The latest 'Locked Out of the Market' survey findings was released this morning.
Apr 17, 2025 09:45Shannonside Newsletter
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