News - Athlone

Dáil hears calls for new army headquarters to be located in Athlone

A report by the Commission on the Defence Forces in 2022 recommended the development of a new HQ for the army.

Jun 10, 2026 12:55

It's seen as a significant moment for the local LGBTQ+ community and their supporters.

Jun 6, 2026 11:06

No injuries have been reported and no arrests have been made.

Jun 5, 2026 17:09

Among the stations which saw action included Carrick-on-Shannon, Longford, Loughlynn, Boyle and Athlone.

Jun 5, 2026 13:32

Gardaí seized €85,000 of suspected cocaine, €8,000 of suspected cannabis, €2,000 cash and electronic devices of evidential value.

Jun 5, 2026 13:20

Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene.

Jun 4, 2026 17:21

Services between Athlone and Westport were stopped after a freight train failure near Knockcroghery.

May 29, 2026 17:46

The detection was made as part of a nationwide bank holiday clampdown.

May 29, 2026 13:21

Rail operators say major delays are expected until further notice.

May 28, 2026 17:38

Apple Hill provides residential services to children with a mild to moderate intellectual disability, autism, ADHD and ODD.

May 28, 2026 13:14

Members of the European Parliament's housing committee held talks with the Ballymore Group.

May 28, 2026 07:18

Members of the European Parliament's housing committee will meet a delegation from the Ballymore Group.

May 27, 2026 07:20

Investigations are ongoing.

May 26, 2026 17:31

Developer Sean Mulryan and Ballymore hope to complete the project by 2040.

May 25, 2026 13:33

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