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COVID levels across Shannonside region have tripled in last month
HPSC show 109 new cases registered across the three counties in the last week.
Jan 5, 2023 13:15
Local minor injury units preparing for large influx of patients
Manager of Roscommon Hospital, Mary Garvey, is warning those who attend Emergency Departments with minor injuries will face a significant wait to be seen, in comparison to quicker treatment times at the injury units.
Jan 5, 2023 13:14
Technical examination continuing at scene of fatal Westmeath bus crash
The crash occurred along the old Athlone to Moate road near Killogeenaghan and it's expected the road will remain closed until 3pm this afternoon.
Jan 5, 2023 13:05
Man arrested following Athlone drugs and cash seizure
The seizure took place on Wednesday.
Jan 5, 2023 10:10
Investigation launched after bag of excrement thrown at two Galway TDs
A number of TDs from across the political spectrum have come to her support online.
Jan 5, 2023 09:23
Technical examination underway at scene of Westmeath bus crash
Gardaí are appealing for witnesses or any road users with dashcam footage to come forward.
Jan 5, 2023 07:43
Funeral of Pope Emeritus Benedict takes place this morning
Crowds are gathering this morning at St. Peter's Square.
Jan 5, 2023 07:21
Planning decision due on expansion of local water park this month
The popular amenity is based outside Athlone town.
Jan 5, 2023 07:05
Man in his 50s dies following Westmeath bus crash
There were approximately 20 passengers on board the bus at the time of the incident.
Jan 5, 2023 00:32
Most homes lacking internet access in Shannonside region going without by own choice
Central Statistic Office data shows that in the midlands, 61 percent of those without internet have stated it is by choice as they do not need it.
Jan 4, 2023 17:22
Knights & Conquests Visitors Centre anticipating exciting 2023
The centre are awaiting the outcome of a tender competition for the first phase of their Norman Village
Jan 4, 2023 17:11
Two men arrested in connection with Mahamud Ilyas murder in Meath
The two men in their 20s are being detained at Blanchardstown Garda station as part of the investigation.
Jan 4, 2023 16:39
Parents urged to keep ill children at home
Professor Breda Smyth says high levels of flu, Covid, and RSV accounted for more than 1,200 hospitalisations last week.
Jan 4, 2023 16:20
Calls for dog insurance to be made compulsory
It comes following recent sheep attacks.
Jan 4, 2023 13:55Shannonside Newsletter
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