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Volunteer groups unite to showcase River Shannon water based activities

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A core feature of the forthcoming Croí na hÉireann Festival, on Saturday, March 18, the River Shannon will showcase the best that the waterway has to offer as numerous local volunteer groups unite to host a wealth of activities.

Chamber award finalists told their enterprise is driving the region

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Galway Chamber Business Awards finalists have been told their innovation and creativity is helping to drive the region, at a networking event hosted by the Shannon Airport Group.

Substantial Shannon Weir apartment offers views of majestic River Shannon

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No 9 Shannon Weir,

Lough Ree RNLI called upon to assist 10 persons as speedboat sinks in Athlone

On Saturday, August 13, Lough Ree RNLI was tasked by the Irish Coast Guard to assist 10 people on board a speedboat in danger of sinking on the River Shannon near the M6 Bridge in Athlone.

River Shannon plume to be reconnected in due course

At the recent sitting of the Athlone-Moate Municipal District, elected members heard that the local authority executive is in the process of liaising with ESB networks to get the power supply to the plume control box reconnected in the coming weeks to enable its operation prior to the end of the tourist season. The issue was raised courtesy of a question from Cllr Aengus O’Rourke.

River safety awareness group continuing to play pivotal role in local community

The majestic River Shannon as it flows through the heart of Athlone is central to the town’s attraction as a tourism destination but sadly, through the years, has been the scene of tragedy with families impacted by lives lost in the often turbulent waterway.

River safety awareness group playing pivotal role in local community

 

Lack of co-ordinated approach to River Shannon flooding problematic

Local Independent Deputy, Denis Naughten, has voiced his concern with the lack of a co-ordinated approach between the ESB and Waterways Ireland regarding the management of water levels on the River Shannon.

River Shannon bridge crossing is certain to enhance Athlone’s tourism potential

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Certain to garner much use, both locally and from a tourism perspective, construction of the bridge which will cross the River Shannon as the National Cycleway project progresses, is due to culminate in June 2023.

Proposed Quay enhancement works to improve amenity value

A significant improvement in the amenity and tourist value of the area between Athlone Castle and the River Shannon along the Quays has been mooted.

 

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