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15/06/2026

These 2 bikes were handed into Mullingar Station on Saturday

We would like to return them to the rightful owners

Please contact the station if you own or know who owns these bikes

11/06/2026

🚨 Match Day Traffic & Travel Information 🚨

An Garda Síochána look forward to welcoming supporters to Salthill this Sunday, 14 June, as Galway take on Westmeath in Pearse Stadium (throw-in: 2pm).

With over 24,000 supporters expected, significant traffic congestion is anticipated on all approaches to Salthill. Please allow plenty of time for your journey and arrive early.

✅ Ample parking is available in Galway City – we encourage supporters to park in the city centre and either:
🚶 Walk to Salthill (approx. 20 minutes), or
🚌 Use the regular bus service operating throughout the day.

Limited parking will be available at St Enda’s College (Coláiste Éinde), Threadneedle Road.

⚠️ Several road closures and traffic management measures will be in place around Salthill, with resident access maintained:

• On Salthill Prom at the junctions with Dalysfort Road and at Rockbarton West (by the Circle of Life Garden/Quincentennial Park).
• At Rockbarton Road (after the vehicular entrance to Leisureland)
• On Salthill Road Upper at the junction with Lenaboy Gardens
• Lower Salthill at the Devon Park junction
• Taylor’s Hill at the Rosary Lane junction
• The junction of Threadneedle Road and Dr Mannix Road

Please be considerate of local residents and businesses:
•Do not block entrances or driveways
• Do not park on footpaths
• Ensure access for emergency services at all times

There will be no tolerance for illegal parking in Salthill or around Pearse Stadium.
Gardaí and stewards will be on duty throughout the day. If you need assistance, please speak to any member of the team.

Enjoy the match and travel safely!

09/06/2026

Tomorrow, Wednesday the 10th of June, is National Slow Down Day

Gardai across the Westmeath Division will be conducting a number of speed checks throughout the county.

The aim of this day is to remind motorists to slow down and drive within the posted speed limit

Drivers should also slow down when driving in inclement weather

We all have a part to play when driving on our roads

06/06/2026

A day of action took place yesterday in Mullingar targeting the illegal use of E-scooters..

⚠️ A total of 11 E-scooters were seized and 7 on the spot fines were also issued 📝..

Gardai also seized cannabis and a knuckle duster..

We will continue to target those who use this mode of transport illegally..

Users have a duty of care for themselves and other road users.. you must also ensure your E-scooter is road legal..

05/06/2026

Gardai from the Westmeath Divisional Drugs Unit under Operation Tara searched a premises yesterday in the Willow Park area of Athlone and over €80,000 of co***ne, €8,000 of cannabis and a sum of cash was seized.

2 males were arrested and detained at Athlone Garda Station and both males will appear before Athlone District Court this morning at 10.30am

All items seized will be forwarded for analysis

03/06/2026

Good morning all, this small baby bag was left in a taxi near Blyry Estate. Does anyone recognise the clothes? Baby is approx 6 months old. Contact Property Office on 0906421710.

30/05/2026

🏐 Westmeath v Cavan throw in 5pm

Westmeath take on Cavan in Cusack Park Mullingar today at 5pm

The match is sold out and a large crowd will be in attendance

📣 The carpark opposite Cusack Park will be closed all day and Friars Mill Rd will be closed from 3pm to 8pm from the junction with Castle St to Austin Friars St.

There will be parking available for disabled permit holders but they should arrive strictly before 4pm

Arrive early and plan on where to park your car

St Loman's and Oliver Plunkett's will have their carparks open for parking

People with a disability (on presentation of their badges) will be allowed access onto Friars Mill Rd by An Garda Síochána.

Please follow advice of the Gardai/stewards directions and have your ticket ready for examination

29/05/2026

Today marks 'Make Way Day'

Gardai in Westmeath will be supporting this day as part of Operation Enable

This is an annual awareness campaign to highlight and raise awareness around issues that people with a disability face on a regular basis

A no of issues that can arise and cause obstructions are motorists parking on footpaths, e-scooter users or cyclists using footpaths, and people parking in disabled bays without a valid permit to name a few

We would ask that people show consideration to those with a disability so that they can travel as stress free as possible

28/05/2026

The June Bank Holiday Road Safety Operation in Westmeath has commenced today and will run until Tuesday the 2nd of June

As part of this operation, our members will be performing speed checks, checkpoints and high visibility patrols in the Division

We ask that you:

● Never ever drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs
● Keep within the designated speed limits on local and national roads
● Ensure all persons travelling are wearing their safety belts and children are in proper restraints
● Do not use/hold a mobile phone whilst driving

We hope motorists enjoy their bank holiday weekend and arrive at their destination safely

27/05/2026

📣To Facilitate the Westmeath -v- Cavan Match on Saturday 30th May 2026

Carpark opposite Cusack Park will be closed all day and Friars Mill Road will be closed from 3pm - 8pm from the junction with Castle Street to Austin Friars Street Carpark (Buckley's)

St. Loman’s and Oliver Plunkett’s will have their car parks open for parking on Saturday. People with Disabilities (on presentation of their badges) will be allowed access by An Garda Siochana into Friars Mill Road.📣To Facilitate the Westmeath -v- Cavan Match on Saturday 30th May 2026

Carpark opposite Cusack Park will be closed all day and Friars Mill Road will be closed from 3pm - 8pm from the junction with Castle Street to Austin Friars Street Carpark (Buckley's)

St. Loman’s and Oliver Plunkett’s will have their car parks open for parking on Saturday.

People with Disabilities (on presentation of their badges) will be allowed access by An Garda Siochana into Friars Mill Road. Anyone seeking a disability parking space will need to arrive as early as possible. Access will only be available via Gilleran’s Bar to Friars Mill Road (Cusack Park Carpark).

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