News - River Shannon
River safety demonstration in Athlone this weekend
The traditional event on Saturday showcases the work of the Athlone Subaqua Club, Athlone River Safety Awareness, local Gardaí and the RNLI.
Mar 13, 2024 12:56Former local Minister shoots down idea of single River Shannon authority
Several local and national representatives have previously called for such an organisation.
Feb 25, 2024 09:19Body found following Athlone rescue operation
Emergency services were called at about 7.30 this morning near The Quay area after reports a man had entered the water.
Feb 7, 2024 12:05Protesters highlight damage caused by Shannon flooding
The protest is being run by the Save our Shannon group who were set up by the communities living along the river who've suffered from flooding over the years.
Aug 4, 2023 13:27Roscommon man halfway through swimming the Shannon without a wetsuit
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Jun 25, 2023 09:24Athlone Castle parking closed due to flood defence construction
Westmeath County Council apologise for any inconvenience caused.
May 20, 2023 13:17Appeal to local anglers not to spread invasive species to west of Ireland
The invasive mussels have spread massively in Lough Ree and the River Shannon generally
Mar 31, 2023 18:53Local RNLI rescue two fishermen in Athlone
Earlier on Saturday Lough Ree RNLI had joined with Athlone Sub Aqua Club and Athlone River Safety Awareness just upstream of the weir wall to demonstrate emergency response procedures to the public.
Mar 20, 2023 07:39Local TD urges government to support local Sub Aqua groups
Speaking in the Dail recently, Deputy Naughten confirmed that while maintenance grants are available for mountain, cave and sea rescue services, nothing is provided for diving groups.
Jan 25, 2023 13:45Hopes major investment in Athlone Main Drainage Project will reduce flooding
Regional Infrastructure Delivery Lead, Eunan Canavan says the current overused system is not capable of holding excess water during heavy rain periods.
Jan 13, 2023 17:11Shannonside Newsletter
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