Monday, September 16, 2024

Ciaran Brennan

Mergon founder to retire after 42 years

Pat Beirne recently announced his retirement as CEO of Mergon having built the company from its foundations in Castlepollard in 1981.

Writech announces three acquisitions in multi-million euro expansion deal

WTech fire, part of Mullingar-based fire safety company Writech, has announced the acquisition of three new businesses. The company acquired Ideal Fire, Wilec Fire and...

‘SVP wants to reach out to all families challenged by education costs’

St Vincent de Paul (SVP) is urging people struggling with back-to-school costs to avail of their services and get the help they need. “Poverty isn't...

Westmeath to become ‘leading light in Ireland’ with €17m investment in Midlands

Applications opened for a grant scheme on Wednesday, 30 August which will see €17m invested in small and micro enterprises in the Midlands. Fáilte Ireland...

Under-fire consumers to take hit on rising fuel prices

Fuel prices are set to rise following an increase in excise duties implemented on Friday, 1 September. “It’s crazy that it’s going back up for...

Caredoc takes over MIDOC operations in Mullingar

Private healthcare company Caredoc took over MIDOC services in Mullingar, Longford and Tullamore on Monday, 28 August after months of uncertainty. “The GP Out of...

WCP open day has an ‘option for all’

Women’s Community Projects (WCP) held an open day in Mullingar on Thursday, 31 August, where local people were invited to learn about their training...

New Mullingar/Athlone bus route is just the ticket, agree first guests

A new bus route, the 819, connecting Mullingar and Athlone was launched at Belvedere House on Thursday last, 24 August. Local councillors, members of Fáilte...

RSA shuttle bus educates Mullingar locals on road safety

The RSA’s educational shuttle bus came to Blackhall car park in Mullingar on Monday, 28 August. People of all ages toured the bus which was...

Defence Force members stop off in Mullingar during long-haul charity hike

Seven Irish Defence Force members stopped in Mullingar on Tuesday, 22 August during their charity hike from Dublin to Galway. The group embarked on the...