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"Wild and wonderful" is how O’Donnellan & Joyce is describing its Wild Atlantic Way all day property auction which will take place on Wednesday May 4 in the Harbour Hotel, Galway.

We are blessed in the Midlands to be surrounded by stunning lakes and waterways - the majestic Shannon sweeps through the heart of the Midlands, while north of Athlone, Lough Ree is a boater’s paradise.

Cruise the River Shannon in the comfort of the River Run luxurious 50-seater passenger vessel. River Run is ideal for day trips, corporate events, and social gatherings. The pleasure cruiser has been fully refurbished to the highest standard of safety and comfort and is fully wheelchair accessible.

Westmeath County Council is to write to Minister for the Environment Alan Kelly to request that Red Cross aid for flood victims be extended to assist those who have put flood defences in place at their own expense.

Westmeath County Council says it is up to religious and sporting bodies to organise themselves "whatever way they deem appropriate" and that any boundary change in the Athlone area is an administrative matter.

The level of the River Shannon in Athlone has fallen by 51cm since its peak on January 5 and is predicted to fall further over the coming days, according to a report issued by Westmeath County Council on Tuesday.

Almost €750,000 has been spent by Westmeath County Council in its effort to defend Athlone and its environs from the rising waters of the River Shannon since the beginning of December.

A public consultation meeting will take place in Ballinasloe on Monday to discuss new flood maps for the area.