News - Athlone
Planning sought for 55 new apartments in Athlone
Westmeath County planners are due to make a decision on the development in December.
Oct 28, 2023 14:08
Over 120 incidents logged on the M6/N6 between Athlone and Ballinasloe
15 incidents on the stretch between Athlone and Ballinasloe were categorised as high priority involving accidents, vehicles on fire, or obstructions.
Oct 27, 2023 13:02
Esker House receives vital funding for new training programmes
Esker House in Athlone operates the region's only 24 hour support line for victims of Domestic Abuse.
Oct 20, 2023 16:18
140 used needles found during Athlone clean-up
The needles, believed to have been discarded by drug users, were found in the Battery Bridge area of the town.
Oct 12, 2023 13:18
N55 reopens following fatal road crash
A motorcyclist, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 16:21
N55 near Athlone remains closed following fatal collision
The deceased - a man in his 50s - was pronounced dead at the scene and his body removed to Mullingar Regional Hospital for a post-mortem exam.
Oct 10, 2023 11:09
TUS receives planning permission for new upgrade
The Technological University of the Shannon had sought planning permission to construct a large temporary car parking facility near their Athlone campus on the Dublin Road.
Oct 6, 2023 13:09
Change to local school bus collection point
The proposal came from the bus service at the latest council meeting, where it was highlighted that the current pick up point for pupils was becoming unsafe.
Oct 6, 2023 07:41
Local soccer club lodge plans to upgrade home ground
Willow Park FC in Athlone are looking to construct a new carpark on their premises.
Oct 5, 2023 08:23
Planning sought for extension of footpaths and cycle lanes in Athlone
The proposed works would extend through IDA-owned lands towards the Old Rail Trail Greenway to the north of the site.
Oct 3, 2023 11:23
Four TUS students nominated for 'Digital Student of the Year' award
The "Digital Student of the Year" award acknowledges the work of outstanding students who can demonstrate the role of digital media in the business and marketing world.
Sep 29, 2023 16:28
Revenue seize over €100,000 worth of illegal drugs in Athlone
The drugs were discovered in parcels originating from the Netherlands.
Sep 28, 2023 12:25
Two Athlone stores named finalists in National Store of the Year awards
The 'National Store of the Year' award is the focal point of the Retail Excellence annual awards, which were established in 1997 to promote excellence and uphold the highest standards in the Irish Retail Industry.
Sep 23, 2023 11:12
Man to appear in court over Athlone Aggravated Burglary
A man in his late teens is appearing at Mullingar District Court today charged in connection with the incident.
Sep 22, 2023 13:18Shannonside Newsletter
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