News - Westmeath
Biodiversity Officers approved for Longford and Leitrim
Leitrim and Longford have been approved for funding and the government hopes to fill the positions by September.
Feb 2, 2023 13:02Support from public needed to obtain Blue Flag for Lough Ree beaches
In order to qualify for the Blue Flag, a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria must be met and maintained.
Jan 27, 2023 17:01Local company exploring willow as peat alternative to keep business viable
Kevin Mahon from Klansman Deilmann says the lack of any real alternative to peat is a huge issue
Jan 26, 2023 18:01Local councillor criticises Transport Minister's stance on public road funding
Councillor Paraic Brady is calling on the Minister to come to Longford to see the condition of the N4 for himself.
Jan 24, 2023 17:01N4 upgrade project not key priority according to Transport Minister
The Minister says it's vital for local town centres to be renewed first in order to draw people in and revitalize rural Ireland.
Jan 20, 2023 17:01Local minister shares concerns over new afforestation plan
The plan involves thousands of acres of rural land being sold to a British Investment Fund.
Jan 20, 2023 14:01N4 upgrade being held back by Government argues local councillor
Following a unanimously supported motion from Councillor Seamus Butler at the January meeting of Longford County Council, local representatives are now seeking to meet with Minister Eamon Ryan and Junior Minister Jack Chambers to highlight the urgency of the works.
Jan 19, 2023 17:01Snow showers forecast for parts of Shannonside region tonight
According to Cathal Nolan from Ireland's Weather Channel, some of the showers could be heavy.
Jan 17, 2023 13:01Planning permission sought for new Westmeath Solar Farm
The solar farm would generate 7 mega watts of power.
Jan 16, 2023 13:01No HAP properties available in Leitrim or Athlone last month according to survey
According to the Simon Communities of Ireland only one property was available to rent under the standard rate and that was a one-bedroom house in Kildare suitable for singles or a couple.
Jan 13, 2023 17:01Shannonside Newsletter
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