While a success, he thinks the new February bank holiday will be more beneficial.
The new bank holiday in February will allow the hospitality industry to extend its season.
That's according to the president of Athlone Chamber of Commerce, amid debate over whether the new holiday should coincide with St. Patrick's Day every year.
Alan Shaw admits last weekend was a huge success for business - but thinks a new holiday in spring would benefit hotels during the off-season:
Midlands Man Who Deceived Victims Out Of Combined Total Of Almost €208,000 To Be Returned For Trial
39 year old Bright Banda, formerly of Meadow Lane, Roscommon Road, Athlone, Co Roscommon is facing the charges.
Midlands Health Services Mark World Maternal Health Day
The HSE is highlighting the 'See ,Listen ,Support' campaign.
McDonalds Opens Latest Branch In Westmeath
The 97th McDonalds restaurant has opened at the Lakepoint Retail Park in Mullingar.
National Convention Of Older People's Councils Comes To Westmeath
Athlone hosts this years convention which runs until Friday.
Laois TD Calls For Action To Tackle Prison Overcrowding
Laois TD Brian Stanley is highlighting the issue of overcrowding specifically in Midlands Prison.
Westmeath Dealership Opens BYD Offering
BYDs are coming to the Midlands.
Offaly Jobs Fair Offers Wide Range Of Opportunities
Over 40 stands will be present on the day.
Scheduled Water Supply Interruptions for Westmeath Town Tonight
Customers in Athlone and its surrounding areas can expect disruptions from 10 pm tonight.
52 New Social Homes Opened In Laois Town
The homes are located at The Convent Development in Portlaoise.
Offaly Woman Speaks Out After Surviving Skin Cancer
Over 11,500 people are diagnosed with cancer in Ireland every year.
Midlands Councils Praised For Progress On Housing Land Zoning
Laois TD Sean Fleming believes work still needs to be done.
2027 Ploughing Championships Rescheduled To Avoid Ryder Cup Clash
The event is set to run from September 21st-23rd next year.
Westmeath Family Left Homeless After House Fire
Tatiana Hanganu, who lives in Mullingar is trying to rebuild the home after Sunday's fire.
Ryanair Boss Calls For Morning Pre-Flight Pints Ban
Mullingar's Michael O'Leary says it causes bad behaviour from passengers.
Offaly Garda Station To Host Family-Friendly Open Day Event
The event takes place this Saturday.
New Housing Developments Planned For Offaly And Westmeath
Offaly and Westmeath are part of a 1,000 homes national strategy project.
Motorist Arrested In Laois For Being Seven Times Over Drink-Drive Limit
The arrest took place on Monday.
Major Renovation Planned For Award-Winning Midlands Bar
A decision is due next month for the development of The Cross Keys Bar.
Brad Pitt Spotted Filming In Laois
The A-lister was on the set of 'Riders'.
Offaly Community Invited To Discuss Town Centre Development
A meeting is being held by Tullamore Chamber of Commerce this evening.
