A male in his 20s was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore for treatment of a non-life-threatening injury.

The drugs were discovered in parcels originating from the Netherlands and Spain and were being sent to areas in Dublin and Kildare.

Little Hills Animal Rescue and Sanctuary is holding a chicken transport run through Cavan, Granard, Ballymahon and Athlone this afternoon.

The appeal contains numerous concerns from locals over the effect the development could have on local wildlife.

Also included in the approved plans is an air dome containing three more courts.

Anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious is asked to contact Athlone Garda Station on 090 6498550.

The burglary occurred in the Golden Island area of the town at approximately 3.15am this morning.

Mullingar Garda Station received two new appointments in the October/November period.