News - Westmeath
Investigation underway after discovery of suspected explosive device in Athlone
Gardaí have appealed for any witnesses to the incident to come forward.
Nov 14, 2023 09:41
Red weather warning for Roscommon and Westmeath ahead of Storm Debi
Schools in Counties with Red or Orange warnings are being urged not to open until 10am.
Nov 12, 2023 19:12
Planning permission sought for extension works at Connolly Barracks
The prominent facility lies at the top of Longford Town, with the LWETB previously expanding their operations onto the site.
Nov 9, 2023 13:44
Minister Humphreys confirms hefty funding to local Tidytowns groups
Minister Heather Humphreys confirmed the funding, which will provide between €1,000 and €4,000 to eligible TidyTowns groups across the country.
Oct 30, 2023 10:50
Planning sought for 55 new apartments in Athlone
Westmeath County planners are due to make a decision on the development in December.
Oct 28, 2023 14:08
Mullingar schools to receive major investment for upgrade works
Minister Norma Foley has announced a 250 million euro investment into school building projects.
Oct 18, 2023 12:15
Waterways Ireland advise public of disruptions on Royal Canal
The lifting bridge at the Downs, near Mullingar was damaged following vandalism last month.
Oct 14, 2023 09:06
Motorcyclist killed in Westmeath following N55 crash
This marks the sixth death on Irish roads since Friday.
Oct 10, 2023 07:35
Shannonside region among best agricultural performers last year
Over 35 events are taking place around the country, with a huge range of opportunities on offer.
Oct 8, 2023 13:54
Westmeath father appeals for return of items stolen from family home
Patrick highlighted how his son, who lives with ASD, used the lawnmower, that has been stolen, as part of his weekly routine.
Sep 27, 2023 13:46
Green light for major new local housing development
An Bord Pleanala has given the go ahead for 207 units at the Westmeath site.
Sep 26, 2023 15:52
Multi-million wastewater upgrade works commence in Athlone
Works will take place over the course of the project at a number of locations including Golden Island, West Side, Abbey Road, Coosan West and Burgess Park.
Sep 20, 2023 16:40
Athlone/Galway Cycleway delay will not affect route choice -Local Councillor
The 150 kilometre cycleway is part of a national route from Dublin to Galway, with the project moving through, Westmeath, Roscommon and Galway.
Sep 19, 2023 16:58
Mullingar Gardaí confirm missing teenager found safe and well
He was last seen on Saturday the 16th September in the town and is thought to have travelled to Dublin.
Sep 19, 2023 13:19Shannonside Newsletter
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