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Review of Westmeath County Development Plan
The review of the existing County Development Plan and the preparation of the new County Development Plan 2014 to 2020 commences on 22nd February 2012
Burst watermain, Kilbeggan, 22.02.12
Due to a burst watermain in Kilbeggan, customers in Kilbeggan and Horseleap will experience a disruption to their water supply
National Tree Week 4th to 10th March 2012
National Tree week takes place nationwide from the 4th to 10th March.
Exhibition of new art work by Fintan OBrien
Westmeath County Council is delighted to host a new exhibition by artist Fintan OBrien.
Final of Poetry for Pleasure competition
The Poetry for Pleasure competition is an innovative project for PostPrimary schools
New dog regulations do you keep 6 or more female dogs?
On 1st Jan 12, new dog regulations came into force in Ireland. The regulations apply if you keep 6 or more female dogs.
Mullingar Town Park Draft ByeLaws 2012
Notice is hereby given that Westmeath County Council proposes to review the existing byelaws for regulating the use and enjoyment of the Town Park
Westmeath County Development Plan 2014 2020
Submissions can be made in writing, emailed or submitted online. Written submissions can be made to Westmeath County Council from
N52 Carrick Bridge to Clonfad (Roadworks)
Jons Civil Engineering Ltd, on behalf of Westmeath County Council, have commenced works on the N52 between Carrick Bridge and Clonfad
New Parking Charges
Changes are being introduced to car parking fees in certain car parks in Mullingar from today, 1st Feb
N6 Athlone Relief Road Phase 2 Update
Due to Junction Upgrade Works on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following road closures
Westmeath New Business Ideas Competition 2012
Minister John Perry, T.D., Minister of State officially launched the Westmeath New Business Ideas Competition 2012
A Musical Book Launch
A book launch will be held on Wednesday 25th January at 2.30pm in the lecture room at Kilbeggan Library
Handover of Archival Material to Library Service
In 2010 Westmeath County Council commissioned a new piece of theatre writing for Kinnegad by playwright Michael Harding
N4 The Downs Grade Separation Road Scheme
SIAC Construction Ltd, on behalf of Westmeath County Council, have commenced works on the N4 between Clongowney and McNeads Bridge.
Arts Grants 2012
Westmeath County Council operate 3 arts grants schemes annually as detailed below. Closing Date 01/03/2012
Disposal of Christmas Trees
Christmas Trees will be accepted at both Athlone Mullingar Civic Amenity Centres from the 6th January 2012 free of charge.
Emergency Road Closure
Due to a fallen tree the Clonbonny Road (L5412) is to be closed with immediate effect. Traffic will be diverted around the Carrick O Brien loop road
Household Charge
The Household Charge is an annual charge introduced by the Local Government (Household Charge) Act 2011 payable by residential property owners
Christmas Holiday Arrangements
The offices of Westmeath County Council Athlone Town Council will be closed from 4pm Friday 23 Dec 2011 to 9am Tuesday 3 Jan 2012
Grainne Og sculpture
The Council are seeking the publics view in relation to possible locations for the sculpture in and around Moate Town
InterAgency Taskforce Action Plan
Information document setting out the detail of the coordinated agency responses to closure or downsizing of major businesses in Westmeath
Exhibition on the importance of forests at Mullingar Library
Each and every one of us needs the goods and services provided by the worlds diverse forestsfresh water, air, food and of course wood.
Take care at Christmas
A Fire Prevention message from Westmeath Fire Rescue Services Take care at Christmas Christmas time is a great time
Aprons Art Exhibition by Teresa Doyle
The Atrium, Westmeath County Council, County Buildings, Mullingar November 28th 2011 January 27th 2012. Monday to Friday 9am5pm
Santa Claus is coming to the Council Offices on the 8th December
Santa Claus in the Council Offices on the 8th Dec (booking required)
European Week for Waste Reduction
European Week for Waste Reduction is running from 19th 27th November.
Prepare for the winter season
We are ready for winter weather. Are you? Find out about the Councils plans and how you can prepare for the winter season
Water Efficiency for Business Workshop
IBEC, in association with the EPAs Green Business Initiative will be holding a Water Efficiency for Business Workshop
Researching your Relatives in the British Army
Mullingar Library is delighted to host award winning author Neil Richardson for a talk on Researching your Relatives in the British Army
Popular award winning author to visit Athlone Library
Athlone Library is delighted to announce that it will host a talk by the bestselling novelist Monica McInerney on Thursday 17th November 2011
One Town One Book Project
One TownOne Book project will take place in Athlone Library on Thursday November 10th
N4 Pavement Works Commencing 3 November 2011
Pavement works commencing on N4 between Tormeys Pub, Bunbrosna to the traffic calming on the east side of Ballinalack, a total length of 2.6km
FREE Electrical Battery Recycling Event
FREE Electrical Battery Recycling Event Thursday 3rd November 2011
Road Works
Road works will commence Monday 24/10/2011 on the ReAlignment of the N52 between Rathconnell and Macetown. The works are expected to last 11 months
Made in Westmeath, Craft Display
The Atrium, Westmeath County Council, County Buildings, Mullingar October 17th to November 15th 2011 Monday to Friday 9am4pm
Start and Grow Enterprise Expo
Enterprise Expo 18th November Tullamore. Register to attend or book a free mentoring session.
Get Involved in National Drive to Save Lives
Westmeath County Council and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) are urging people nationwide to continue their lifesaving behaviour
Recording, Care and Conservation of Graveyards
The County Westmeath Heritage Plan 20102015 was prepared by the Westmeath County Heritage Forum and launched on 8th November 2010.
National Fire Safety Week 3rd to 9th October 2011
National Fire Safety Week 2011 runs from Monday 3rd Sunday 9th October 2011 was launched in Belfast with the theme How to Save a Life
September Showcases the Art of it All in Westmeath
September is proving to be a busy month for the Arts, in the widest sense, in Westmeath with Westmeath County Council planning three major events
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in place from Monday 5th September
Moate Library gets crafty for Heritage Week
2011 is the Year of Craft and Moate Library took the opportunity to celebrate local crafts during Heritage Week.
Jasmine Design Mount Street Wins
Jasmine Design Mount Street Wins Mullingar Best Presented Shop Front Award 2011
Culture Night Officially Launched in Westmeath
Culture Night Ireland was officially launched on Tuesday by Cathaoirleach Cllr. Mark Cooney in the Atrium County Buildings
Heritage Week 2011
Heritage Week will take place this year from Sunday, 20th August Sunday 28th August.
Heritage Week in Westmeath Libraries
The aim of National Heritage Week is to build awareness and education about our heritage thereby encouraging its conservation and preservation.
Works on the Cypress Gardens to Garrycastle bridge
The works will commence on Tuesday 23rd August and will continue until Thursday 25th August.
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in place from Thursday 18th Aug until approxi
Public Participation Process for Bathing Waters
The public are invited to participate in the identification of Bathing Waters
Higher Education Grant Scheme Information Days
Westmeath County Council in conjunction with Westmeath VEC are hosting open information days on the 2011/12 new Higher Education Grant Scheme
Mullingar Town Site Investigation Locations and Street Schedule
Public information evening Tues 9th August 2011, County Buildings, Mullingar
Athlone Town Site Investigation Locations and Street Schedule
Public information evening Monday 8th August 2011, Civic Centre, Athlone
Parking, Traffic and Car Park Byelaws 2011
The draft Westmeath County Council Parking, Traffic and Car Park ByeLaws 2011 may be inspected and/or purchased during normal office hours
Antilitter and AntiGraffiti Awareness Grants Scheme
This grant is available to raise public awareness and promote antilitter and antigraffiti activity at local level
FreeTradeIreland.ie Launch
An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny, T.D. recently launched www.FreeTradeIreland.ie
Walking in Westmeath Consultation process commences
To identify and catalogue the many walking routes around the county, local knowledge is all important and we need your help....
Temporary Traffic Diversions Austin Friars Street
Works have commenced on the undergrounding of cables on Austin Friars Street, Mullingar which will involve some traffic diversions
Rural Broadband Scheme Closing Date
The scheme is designed to make a basic broadband service available to individual premises in rural locations.
Official Opening of Three Social Houses
Cllr. Mick Dollard, Cathaoirleach of Westmeath County Council officially opened three recently completed social houses at Ballysallagh.
Carnation Theatre visits Kilbeggan Library
On June 28th, Kilbeggan Library was delighted to host the Carnation Theatre Company
National Play Day Sunday 3rd July 2011
National Play Day highlights and promotes the benefits of in the social and physical development of children.
Winner drawn for the Brown Bin Competition
Cllr Frankie Keena, Chairperson of the Environment Water Services Strategic Policy Committee drew the winner of the Brown Bin Competition
NPPR 2011 Charge
The NPPR charge for 2011 must be paid before the 30th June to avoid late payment fees.
View on Cambodia Photographic Exhibition
Aishling Muller Photographic Exhibition Atrium, County Buidings, Mullingar
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in place from 23rd June to 8th July
National Bike Week The Bike
As part of National Bike Week Activities, Westmeath County Council is delighted to host the Bike Project
A Walk/Cycle to School Day is planned
A Walk/Cycle to School Day is planned for Wednesday 22 June 2011. This is to coincide with National Bike Day.
Sport on the Royal Canal Mullingar 1400 Celebrations
Sport on the Royal Canal Mullingar 1400 Celebrations 25th September 2011 More details coming soon
The Brown Bin Service will save you money
The Brown Bin Service is in operation in the towns of Athlone, Mullingar, Kinnegad Moate and accepts food and garden waste (biowaste).
Take Time to ReJoyce this Bloomsday!
Events celebrating Mullingar and the James Joyce connection will take place in the town on Thursday 16th June
Destination Sport Schedule of Events
Destination Sport Schedule of Events now available......see attached.....
Robinstown Link Road Final Phase
The Cathaoirleach of Westmeath County Council, Cllr. Michael Dollard, today turned the sod on the final phase of the Robinstown Link Road.
Motorway Traffic Management Equipment
Westmeath county Council is responsible for the maintenance of over 80km of Motorway type roads, the M4 and M6, which pass through the county.
Sculpture in honour of the late Leo Daly
Westmeath County Council announce they will commission a new piece of public art, to commemorate the late Leo Daly
Destination Sport brings you the iplay challenge
Westmeath County Council in conjunction with Playdale Playgrounds, are hosting a COMPETITION to see who will have the highest score on IPlay game
Destination Sport Mullingar 17 to 26 June 2011
Destination SportMullingar will involve a weeklong celebration of sport in Mullingar between the 17th and 26th June 2011
Mullingar Best Presented Shop Front Award 2011
Westmeath County Council and Mullingar Chamber of Commerce are organising a Best Presented Shop Front Award.
Local Area Planning Guide Website Launched
View the County Development plan, the Athlone Town Plan and the Local Area plans in a new interactive, easily navigated website.
Water Safety in Westmeath
Lifesaving courses were held over the Easter mid-term break in Athlone and Mullingar, teaching children as young as nine, personal water safety.
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in place from Sunday 15th May to Monday 30th
Football Development Officer Appointed
The FAI in partnership with WCC has appointed former St. Patricks Athletic midfielder, Paul Osam as Football Development Officer for Westmeath
John McCormack the Golden Voice of Athlone
The Aidan Heavey Library, Athlone on Wednesday 25th May at 3.30pm
UN Decade of Action for Road Safety Launched
Research announced today by the Road Safety Authority (RSA) and An Garda Siochana has revealed that road deaths dropped by 48% over the last decade
Ballykeeran and Glasson area Water Supply
Water supply will be shut off for emergency works between the hours of 9:30am and 12:30pm on Thurs the 12th of May 2011
Rural Broadband Scheme Launched
The Rural Broadband Scheme has been launched by the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources.
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Supporting Local Families
The Longford/Westmeath Parenting Partnership (LWPP) is offering the world acclaimed Triple-P Positive Parenting Programme FREE
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in
Mullingar 1400th Year Anniversary - Schedule of Events
Celebrating 1400 Years in 2011 -Schedule of Events
Structures at Risk Fund 2011
Grants for the Conservation of Protected Structures and Structures at Risk Fund 2011
Beauty Battles the Litter Beast
TOP IRISH MODEL Sarah McGovern with Cathaoirleach Michael Dollard gave their support to the Tidy Towns/villages groups to battle the war on litter.
St. Thomas National School, Rathowen
St. Thomas National School, Rathowen has claimed the winners title for the Outdoor Classroom competition for 2011.
Westmeath County Council Wins e-Government Award
Westmeath County Council was announced as a winner in the annual e-Government Awards.
N6 Athlone Relief Road Update 8th April 4:00pm
Due to ongoing road maintenance on the N6 Athlone Relief Road the following traffic restrictions will be in place from 9th April to 29th April
Synergy and Light
Athlone Youth Dance Festival 17th April 2001 1-6pm Civic Square Athlone & Athlone Town Shopping Centre
Rochfortbridge Village Enhancement Project
The project was part of the Westmeath County Council Village Enhancement Programme
Rochfortbridge Sewerage Improvement Scheme
Official Opening of Rochfortbridge Sewerage Improvement Scheme
Opening of Gaybrook Water Storage Reservoir
The new reservoir has a capacity of 1,000 cubic metres, which more than doubles the storage capacity at the Gaybrook site to 17 hours.
Supporting the GAA Leinster Council
Working in partnership with the GAA Leinster Council to co-fund the work of the Development Officers within the county, since 2008.
Coosan Reservoir Athlone
Customers supplied from the Coosan Reservoir Athlone, will experience an interruption in their water supply today 22-03-2011
Grainne Og stolen Art Moate
A valuable piece of public art work was stolen from the Moate Interchange along the M6 motorway.
Earth Hour 2011: 8.30pm, Saturday 26 March.
Join Westmeath County Council and sign up to earthhour.org, switch off your lights for Earth Hour 2011
Roadworks (N55 Glasson Village)
Westmeath County Council will be carrying out road resurfacing works on the N55 Glasson Village
Researching your Relatives in the British Army
The month of March is designated as READiscover Your Library month
Library Ireland Week 2011
As part of Library Ireland Week 2011, Westmeath County Library Service are pleased to announce the launch of their new eAudiobook Service,Clipper DL
Seachtain na Gaeilge in Westmeath 5th March-17th March
Ag ceiliuradh Seachtain na Gaeilge i Leabharlanna Celebrating Seachtain na Gaeilge in Libraries
N6 Athlone Relief Road Overlay and Rehabilitation Phase 2
Public Notice 03/03/2011 - N6 Athlone Relief Road Overlay and Rehabilitation Phase 2
READiscover your Local Library
Why not explore what your local library can offer you. Westmeath Libraries encourages everyone to drop into their local library and borrow a book.
Awards & Grants 2011
In recent years Westmeath County Council has distributed over 450,000 euro annually to individuals and groups by way of annual awards and grants.
The Year of the Forest - Celebrating Forests for People
National Tree Week from 6-12 March will include a Guided Woodland Walk of Belvedere in Celebration of Tree Week with members of CRANN
Westmeath County Council - Grant Schemes 2011
Details and application forms for Westmeath County Council Grant Schemes 2011 are now available
N6 Athlone Relief Road - Works Programme
The works will be carried out by Wills Bros Ltd and will take approximately 7 months between the start of February and the end of August 2011.
Mullingar Town Park Sculptures
Cllr Michael Dollard, Cathaoirleach of Westmeath Co. Council officially launches two new pieces of Sculpture for Mullingar Town Park today
Water Supply Update for Co Westmeath at 5pm 28th Jan
Water Supply Update for Co Westmeath at 5pm 28th Jan
Best Public Building Award for the new County Buildings
The LAMA Local Government Awards were launched in 2006 to recognise excellence in the work of Local Authorities in Ireland.
IWS - Ten year drowning statistics
Irish Water Safety is calling for people to be more aware of the dangers presented by water based activities
Christmas Road Safety Message
Over the festive period Westmeath County Council would like to encourage all road users to stay safe on our roads.
Office and Facilities Update 20th Dec 4.00pm
Information on status of offices and facilities including Belvedere House, Libraries and recycling centres
NRA Salt Status Update 15 Dec
Local authorities nationally are being requested by the National Roads Authority to continue to prudently manage available salt supplies.
Fire Safety at Christmas
Westmeath Fire & Rescue service would like to offer some timely advice to ensure that you and your family and friends have a safe Christmas
Athlone Water Supply 15th December 3pm
Westmeath County Council is making every effort to maintain an uninterrupted water supply to all its customers.
Free Parking Mullingar
Westmeath County Council wishes to announce that there will be free parking in the County Council car parks in Mullingar town
Important Road Transport Update
Westmeath County Council has been requested by the NRA to restrict usage of salt to 35 tonnes per night for the foreseeable future
Annagh Resevoir Outlet Closing
Annagh Resevoir Outlet is to be closed during the coming nights due to depleted levels of treated water
Westmeath Travel Updated 9th Dec. 12.00pm
Westmeath County Council is continuing to work to improve road conditions and safety throughout the county
Water Supply Updated 9th Dec, 12.00pm
Westmeath County Council is making every effort to maintain an uninterrupted water supply to all its customers.
Arts and Heritage Manager Position
Athlone Art & Heritage Ltd. invites applications for the position of Arts & Heritage Manager initially for a period of 3 years
Official Opening of Mullingar Sewerage Scheme
The official opening of the new upgraded and extended Mullingar Waste Water Treatment Plant at Clonmore, Mullingar took place Monday 29 November 2011
2010 Wonderful Winter Events in Westmeath
A wonderful array of events will take place across Westmeath throughout the month of December.
Celebrate a Magical Green Christmas
Come visit Santa in Mullingar Civic Offices on Wedneday, 8th Dec 2010 (booking necessary).
Lifeguard - Mullingar Swimming Pool
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for offers of part time and/or whole time fixed term employment
Upgraded Coosan Point Service Block Now Operational
Waterways Ireland in partnership with Westmeath County Council opened an upgraded service block at Coosan Point, Athlone
Active Travel Mullingar - Bike Start Training Awards
Westmeath County Council Westmeath Sports Partnership and Waterways Ireland announce completion of first Bike Start training
Reinforcement Works to Joe Dolan Memorial Sculpture
Temporary removal of the Joe Dolan Memorial Sculpture from Market Square in order to strengthen and reinforce its base
Food and Design Winter Fair
The magic of the Winter Fair happens again in Belvedere House from November 19th to 21st 2010.
Green Schools are flagged for success in 2011!
Green Schools programme offers a step by step way for schools to take environmental issues into the curriculum and apply them to day-to-day activities
High Profile 2.4 Acre Gateway Site For Sale in Athlone
High Profile 2.4 Acre Gateway Site For Sale in Athlone - Invitation for expressions of interest
Draft Corporate Plan 2010 to 2014
Consultation & Invitation to make Submissions by Friday 26th November 2010
Journeying through Bereavement
Helping Hands on the Journey through Bereavement talks will take place in Mullingar and Athlone Library during November and December
Ennell Court Regeneration Project
Westmeath County Council propose to sell a serviced site in Ennell Court, Mullingar to facilitate the construction of 4 new single storey dwellings
David Dunne Portrait Exhibition
A unique exhibition of icon portraits by Mullingar based artist David Dunne in the Atrium, County Buildings, Mullingar
Halloween Magic in Mullingar Library
Mullingar Library played host to children and their families for a special Halloween prize giving party
Christmas Lights Grant
Community and Voluntary organisations/Chambers of Commerce are invited to apply for assistance under the Christmas Lights Grants 2010.
Castlepollard Village Enhancement Project
Launch of the completed Castlepollard Village Enhancement Project on Monday 1st November 2010
Road Closure
Westmeath County Council wishes to advise that the R392, Ballymahon Road out of Mullingar, will be closed at Skeagh Cross
Litter Management Plan 2010-2012
Westmeath County Council has adopted a Litter Management Plan 2010-2012.
Heritage Forum for Westmeath
participate in the implementation of the County Westmeath Heritage Plan 2010-2015
AGM Westmeath Comhairle na nOg
Westmeath Comhairle na nOg held their AGM on Wednesday the 27th October in Bloomfield House Hotel, Mullingar
Halloween Bonfires Warning
Westmeath County Council is highlighting the serious affects of Halloween Bonfires.
National Recreation Week 2010
National Recreation Week 2010 is being held between Friday 29 October and Thursday 4 November.
Launch Westmeath Integrated Transport Initiative
Westmeath Integrated Transport Initiative was launched on Thursday the 21st October in the Atrium, County Buildings, Mullingar
Civic Reception for Athletes
Civic Reception for Co. Westmeath Athletes hosted by Westmeath County Council on 18th October 2010
Minister Brady Launches Older Peoples Strategy
The Minister for Older People and Health Promotion Aine Brady T.D. launched the Westmeath Older Peoples Strategy on 18th October in Belvedere House.
