The restriction will be in effect from 10pm tonight until 6am tomorrow morning and is to due to operational issues at the Athlone Water Treatment Plant

Locals have raised concerns over privacy, anti-social behaviour and land segregation along the route.

Over 1,200 square metres of solar panels will be installed on the facility.

A number of conditions are attached.

Paul believes that the majority of people are recycling properly, and will now be penalised with the new scheme.

The new lifeboat station has become a major attraction in itself since it officially opened in June.

Walk-ins will be accepted at the clinic.

Athlone Councillor Louise Heavin says she's looking forward to welcoming colleagues to the region and showing off what the town has to offer.