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Independents who won't become ministers are looking to create a technical group to secure speaking time on opposition benches.

The INTO are 'disappointed' with the governments draft programme, published yesterday. 

Areas near Banagher, Birr and Tullamore will be connected a year early.

An Athlone man co-founded the auctioneers hosting the charity event.

It comes from the latest commencement figures from the Department of Housing.

The new coalition deal will see the long-campaigned for lowering of the hospitality VAT rate.

Paddy Harney was working at a concrete manufacturing plant in Bealnamulla.

An Annual rise in apprenticeships could benefit housing developments.

Laois Hurlers start their Division 2B campaign away to Westmeath.

There is also a 1st round Paddy Cotter Cup game on the menu.

Kevin Keyes is heading to Belfast tonight for the Irish Motorbike Awards.

The Athlone side face a trip to Navan tomorrow.

An Athlone man co-founded the auctioneers hosting the charity event.

The Bridge House Hotel is hosting the event on Sunday, January 19th from 12-4pm.

Filmmakers with connections to Laois, Offaly and Westmeath are among those nominated.

The closing date for applications is on Friday.