News - Athlone
Success in vaccine rollout resulting in low numbers at walk-in centres according to local GP
According to a Longford GP, the majority of those seeking a vaccine have already received their first dose.
Aug 10, 2021 13:35
Just 365 people vaccinated at local walk in centres over the weekend
This weekend's numbers were substantially lower than those attending the walk in centres at the start of this month.
Aug 9, 2021 17:24
Lack of ambulance staff in Athlone could cost lives according to local Councillor
A lack of available ambulances in the town could see medics unable to provide life-saving treatment to patients in emergency cases.
Aug 4, 2021 17:35
LIDL appeal planning refusal for new Athlone store
The German discount supermarket chain has appealed the refusal for the new 10 million euro store to the higher planning body.
Aug 4, 2021 11:16
Two local parishes to have fewer priests due to lack of vocations - Bishop
The drop in the number of vocations has bene highlighted again by Bishop Francis Duffy
Aug 3, 2021 16:52
Man to appear in Court following Athlone burglary
The incident was reported to Athlone Gardaí yesterday afternoon.
Jul 29, 2021 13:27
Teen appears in court following Longford town assault
A man in his 50s suffered injuries in the incident.
Jul 28, 2021 16:09
Athlone test centre to open for two days this week
A review of the centre and its continued access will take place later this week
Jul 27, 2021 08:51
NBRU criticise decision to axe Dublin-Galway route as Aircoach confirm new service
The route will close this Wednesday and a private operator will instead serve the region
Jul 26, 2021 17:33
Hopes electric buses will be in Athlone by mid 2022
The National Transport Authority has agreed to buy 200 fully electric buses.
Jul 24, 2021 12:29
Man arrested after robbery of Athlone shop with knife
The incident occurred at around 10pm just as the shop was due to close
Jul 21, 2021 09:40
Teenage sisters found safe and well
The girls were last seen on Monday in County Carlow.
Jul 21, 2021 08:45
Electric buses to operate in Athlone next year
The buses are emission-free and are also expected to be much quieter inside and outside of the vehicles.
Jul 19, 2021 15:15
Athlone councillor condemns break-in at Covid pop-up test centre
The test centre in the grounds of the former St. Aloysius College has been set up in the last week as part of the response to a growing number of Covid cases in and around the town of Athlone
Jul 9, 2021 15:55Shannonside Newsletter
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