News - Athlone
Passengers advised of weekend disruptions
The disruption to scheduled services will commence in the early afternoon.
Mar 5, 2026 13:52
Local learner drivers continue to wait for tests
The details were revealed by the Central Statistics Office this week.
Mar 5, 2026 13:40
Former Athlone hotel to reopen for guest accomodation
It's been closed to the public for over three years, as it was housing Ukrainian refugees.
Mar 3, 2026 13:04
Mercusor deal, protested against by 27,000 people in Athlone, to be provisionally implemented
27,000 people protested against the deal in Athlone last month.
Feb 27, 2026 13:08
Castlecoote native says plans underway to get TEDx event back to Athlone next year
MaryJo Neilan, marketing coordinator with TUS Athlone, was co-organiser of the landmark event at the Dean Crowe Theatre.
Feb 22, 2026 14:48
Athlone butcher Christopher Fitzsimons jailed for 13 years - after raping girl 18 times in 13 months
Christopher Fitzsimons (40), described in court as “a wolf in sheep's clothing”, was convicted by a Central Criminal Court jury last July of all 22 counts against him relating to the three complainants, including 18 counts of raping one of the girls over an 13-month period.
Feb 16, 2026 13:05
No HAP properties available to rent in Leitrim or Athlone
HAP is a form of social housing support for those on low incomes.
Feb 12, 2026 08:43
Man charged with causing damage to Athlone Garda Station expected to bring a full bail application before the court
Judge Owens remanded Mr Muhammad in custody to February 25th, when an updated psychiatric report is to be furnished to the court.
Feb 11, 2026 17:08
Man (30s) injured in Athlone assault
The incident occurred at a premises on Seán Costello Street last Sunday morning, February 8th sometime between 10:30am and 11:30am.
Feb 11, 2026 07:30
Athlone Chamber CEO backs plans to turn town into 'green city'
They hope to turn Athlone into a green city by 2040 but say the Government now need to fully back the plan.
Feb 8, 2026 12:27
'More flesh on the bone' needed on Mulryan's Athlone masterplan - Taoiseach
Taoiseach Micheal Martin says more discussion is needed with local authorities.
Feb 5, 2026 19:57
Man hospitalised following alleged assault in Athlone
Gardaí say they attended the scene at around 3.30pm yesterday afternoon.
Feb 4, 2026 15:10
CPR Information Event Takes Place in Athlone Today
The Athlone Emergency Defibrillator Group are holding the event in the Golden Island Shopping Centre from 10am this morning.
Jan 31, 2026 09:14
Ericsson preparing to reduce workforce in Athlone
Staff were recently briefed on the plans and invited to express interest within a set timeframe.
Jan 29, 2026 12:30Shannonside Newsletter
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