News - Athlone
Two men charged over alleged Athlone assault
Anyone with any information is being urged to Athlone Garda Station on 090-6492600.
Dec 10, 2025 13:52
Minute's silence observed in Seanad for former Minister Paddy Cooney
He died last Saturday at the age of 94, and his funeral will take place in Athlone tomorrow.
Dec 10, 2025 13:47
Disgust expressed in Athlone following a number of littering incidents
A significant amount of litter was found dumped at Connaught Street and Connaught Gardens in recent days.
Dec 3, 2025 14:00
Calls for high-visibility policing operation in Shannonside region
The policing plan, which was introduced last year in Dublin, involved more uniformed gardaí on the beat in areas identified as having high rates of offending.
Dec 2, 2025 13:33
Local waste facility temporarily closed by Health and Safety Authority
It's expected to remain closed this week with a potential reopening on December 8th.
Dec 1, 2025 12:33
New nursing home for Athlone on the way
Construction of the new community nursing unit at Clonbrusk - which will serve as a replacement for the existing St Vincent's Care Centre began in 2023.
Nov 28, 2025 13:58
Athlone woman elected as SIPTU's new honorary Vice-President
Annette Donlon, who works as a litter warden with Roscommon County Council, was elected by delegates at the union's conference last week.
Nov 20, 2025 13:21
Garda injured after being struck during Athlone arrest
The Garda suffered what have been described as “non-life threatening” injuries.
Nov 10, 2025 18:01
Athlone councillors welcome High Court ruling on Lissywollen centre
The court overturned the Government's Section 181 order, which had allowed the controversial temporary accommodation centre for 1,000 refugees to be established.
Nov 9, 2025 14:07
Justice Minister hopeful more Gardaí will be deployed nationwide soon
Minister Jim O'Callaghan was speaking at the opening of the Garda Water Unit in Athlone on Friday.
Nov 8, 2025 14:17
Garda Water Unit premises officially opened in Athlone
The Water Unit was established in 1964 and currently consists of two operational teams based in Athlone and Santry in Co. Dublin.
Nov 7, 2025 17:44
Official opening of Garda Water Unit in Athlone today
Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan and Garda Commissioner Justin Kelly will attend the event.
Nov 7, 2025 13:29
Funeral of former Athlone Mayor to take place today
Nov 3, 2025 08:09
Local train passengers advised to expect disruptions this weekend
Irish Rail says the works are essential to improve track infrastructure and apologises for any inconvenience.
Nov 1, 2025 09:45Shannonside Newsletter
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