Midlands News

14 kilograms of herbal cannabis with an estimated value of over €280,500 were found in various parcels in The Midlands and Dublin.

The Tiktok personality deactivated his accounts for a few days following his comments on immigration.

The Irish Cancer Society is setting a target of six million euro to raise this year.

Mullingar's Noel McIntyre is also the founder of Motion Picture Media.

Birr's The Growery and Ballinahown Development Association are just a few of the successful projects.

Laura Ruth has founded the 'Stand With Foxes' campaign.

CSO figures shows Laois is leading the way for EV'S.

Offaly Domestic Violence Support Service is reacting to the influencers story this week.

An Bord Pleanála appeal has been lodged against the plans to open a drive thru at Lakepoint Retail Park in Mullingar.

Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke is clearing the record on his comments responding to Central Bank projections.

Longford Westmeath rep Michael Carrigy wants the Department of Housing to offer clear guidance.

The waste management company plans to sell their operations to KWD Recycling.

Claire Murray wants Offaly County Council to perform safety checks on all playgrounds in the county.

Daft.ie's latest report shows prices are over 13% in Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.

Ciaran Mullooly believes Commission should take action on the issue.

Tullamore's Michael Gillespie of the Teachers' Union of Ireland thinks its a better way to combat staff shortages.

Mark Williams is returning to the global stage at the end of the month.

The Offaly History Centre will play host to a talk about a 111 year old controversy.

The incident happened this weekend and no injuries have been reported.

Concern is growing over impact, with a worst case scenario seeing up to 80,000 jobs lost.

Brian Stack's son Austin has released a new book on his father to set the record straight.

It was stopped on the M7 yesterday morning.

The cost of a three bed semi-detached house is up nearly 8% in three months.

Longford Westmeath TD Michael Carrigy says promises from Kevin Bakhurst have already been broken.

President of the Association Ger Hyland believes tolls are the most polluted places in Ireland.

The incident occurred around 2.30am in Rathowen.

Gardaí were alerted to the incident at the Midland Regional Hospital last night.

Close to 6,000 properties are set to be connected.

Athlone Youth Orchestra and Moate Community School Orchestra are joining a Canadian High School band.

Chancery Close will have some feature installed following a contracted clean up.

The Department of Agriculture is putting up over €4m in funding.

EU tariffs of 25% on US animal feed products are set for next month. 

The latest CSO figures show the drop.

This comes as the new proposal would remove them.

the funds raised will to the development of a new astro-turf pitch as well as Kolbe Special School.

No foul play is suspected by Gardaí.

It's delivered by industry volunteers from across the country.

Midland steels made the agreement with the Nucor Corporation.

Stradbally Fire Station will begin construction this year.

It comes from a new LIA survey.

This year's theme focuses on empowering futures 'from the heart of Ireland.'

Fianna Fail's Barry Cowen is in favour of continuing the nitrates derogation.

New cameras are set to be deployed to help remotely monitor affected bridges.

Independent TD Brian Stanley is making the point after raising it with the Health Minister.

A review on lowering the Accommodation Recognition Payment will be signed off on in Cabinet early next week.

A number of homes and business premises in Longford and Dublin were raided this morning.

Construction began on just 21 new homes in the region in the last month.

Caitriona Carey, who has an address in Graiguecullen, will appear in court again on June 30th.

Stradbally Fire Station is the second busiest in the county.

David Kelly says victims of paramilitary violence want the crimes of the past acknowledged.

Joe Drennan's killer received a concurrent sentence after his car hit and killed the Laois student.

Towns in Laois and Offaly are still among the highest in the country for commercial vacancy rates.

Mr Jordan worked in Westmeath for a time.

Numbers attending the festival could increase by up to 5,000 per day.

The statistics come from the latest HCCI report.

The deadline for submissions is April 1st.

The driver gave false details to Gardaí.

It comes from the new CSO Property Price Index.

A so-called "tarmac gang" scam has been on the rise in recent days in Laois towns.

'The Choice' is a short film filmed and produced by TY students at Athlone Community College.

Crewit is based in Laois and its CEO Gary O'Keefe plans to take a different approach to sector recruitment.

Tullamore's Michael Gillespie is the General Secretary of the Teacher's Union of Ireland and says unions are backing it.

Westmeath County Council were on a Revenue list yesterday in which councils were due unpaid levies.

Over 16 kilos of cannabis has been discovered in various packages.

SIPTU is scheduled to sit down with the waste management company tomorrow.

The craft beverage company is feeling the effect of the new tariffs.

The Sinn Féin Senator is expressing her concern for SOSAD.

It's part of a national rollout, to deliver Epower ports.

She believes they should follow the example of Belgium.

The Meath West TD raised the questions over the Farmleigh House Estate in Dublin.

Cancer Fund for Children returns to Lough Boora Discovery Park in Offaly for their annual Bog Run this Sunday.

The sold out conference takes place at the Tullamore Court Hotel on Friday.

Mullingar's Pat Marry say addressing the issue of Garda retention is vital.

19 sites are currently recorded as derelict in Westmeath, there's 23 in Offaly, while the number is 41 in Laois.

SIPTU workers at Bord Na Mona Recycling will be going on strike for two days in April.

Her court date is set for April 3rd.

Two crashes happened in Offaly shortly before half eleven this morning.

Ciaran Mullooly believes if Conor McGregor does run, it would be a divisive campaign.

Liver Wellness's Fibro Scan in Mullingar can test for early detection of liver fibrosis.

The schools were presented with the Belong To Quality Mark at a ceremony at the Royal Marine Hotel in Dublin.

There's 24 less gardaí based in Mullingar when compared to last year.

Mohammad Metali was last seen in Mullingar last week.

Athlone rep John Dolan is highlighting the need for a heating alternative in the event of extreme weather.

A landmark announcement for local radio in the Midlands and South East.

President Trump has threatened the EU with a 200 percent tariff on alcohol being exported to America.

ComReg's Electronic Communications report for the end of 2024 shows the county has a 92% coverage rate.

The installation is set to run in Bremen this coming May.

Oldcastle's Liam Lynch has been living with his condition since 2017.

Pat McDonagh has been outspoken about compensation levels in Ireland before.

Public reps in Athlone want to dedicate a road, street, or bridge in the late politician's name.

Rathdowney's Harry Hoare was one of the five children involved in today's production.

The HSE wants everyone to aware of what their options are if they take ill over the long weekend.

New government documents shows IPAS centres won't be opened in certain parts of the country.

It promises to be a busy weekend on the water across Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.

Here is your go-to list for what's taking place in the Midlands this weekend!

Cloghan's Izabella Carroll and her Father are raising funds for Cliona's Foundation.

Taoiseach Michael Martin was in attendance as the scene unfolded.

Christopher Moore was reported missing earlier this week.

MEP Maria Walsh says the party has shown its true colours and that its stance is not good enough.

Borris in Ossory's Dr Laura Kirwan is set to speak at the EU Climate Pact National Conference.

Shane Maher's Butchers in Moate is closing its doors at the end of this month.

Chronic Kidney Disease is set to become the fifth leading cause of death in Ireland by 2040.

Waiting lists have jumped over 100% for multiple different services in the last five years.

The Mountrath man died from catastrophic injuries sustained in a hit and run.

The device was reported to be a Mullingar home.

John Leahy is also an independent councillor in Birr and says it depends on the landlord.

The Roscrea branch has been holding social hikes with its next one to take place in Glencullen.

DPD Ireland is based in Athlone and is up for an award for Business & Finance ESG Awards.

European Parliament voted unanimously to increase the EU's spending.

A number of arrests have been made as part of Operation Thor.

Kinnegad Councillor David Jones says community events will be affected if nothing is done.

A ban is set to be implemented to employers asking the question. 

The latest CSO figures showcased the rise.

The navigation apps will alert people of emergencies.

The HSE issued the closure order at the end of last month.

Over 8 out of every 10 tech firms are struggling to hire.

The Kerry TD is worried over planned cuts to the air ambulance service which has a base in Athlone.

Tullamore's Bridge Centre Shopping Centre will host free health checks as part of the roadshow.

The application is for 34 homes in Ballylinan.

Around 10kg of herbal cannabis was seized by officers in the Midlands and Dublin.

Revenue have published a new list of tax defaulters.

Councillor and auctioneer John Leahy is concerned about the cost of the county's housing expansion.

He is missing since Friday.

The aim of the scheme is to boost the towns.

Shane Maher Butchers in Moate is to close on March 29th and has won Midlands 103 Customer Service Awards.

The Laois TD believes it's unnecessary and thinks existing departments need to improve efficiency.

The future of the honey bee was discussed last weekend in Athlone.

Ballyfin man, Noel Fitzpatrick of 'The Supervet' believes new technology will bring us closer to animals.

It comes in the latest round of the Community Centre Investment Fund.

The Longford Westmeath TD has personal experience with the system, as two of her boys have autism.

A midlands guidance counsellor is putting the increase down to demographics.

Laois TD Sean Fleming held the role up until this year.

The Midlands North West MEP is highlighting loopholes in current deepfake legislation.

The warning system has been installed in a bid to reduce "near misses" at level crossings.

However winds will be still blustering through the region.

Inflation as recently as last year was as high as 7%.

Worked voted in favour of a strike.

Lusmagh's Lisa Byrne is joining a team of 14 women to tackle the Arctic Circle in aid of the Irish Heart Foundation.

Seven shows across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath are in line for State support.

This comes following the tragic deaths of two children on roads in the area.

The project leaders believe it will bring a sense of 'serendipity' to the town.

Transformative Journey for Traveller Women and Beyond the Barriers have gained recognition.

Gardaí say their enquiries are ongoing into the fire at Athlone's Poppy Fields Cafe.

It's the fourth artist reveal to take place before the festival this July.

Bord na Móna Recycling workers have voted overwhelmingly for to take industrial action.

Mullingar's Declan Power thinks Western countries have their hands full with other conflicts.

Ann Marie Kelly is being recognised for her outstanding support for Irish music.

'Not Around Us' is a joint effort by the council along with Healthy Ireland.

Frank Mescall, Westmeath GAA Chair, believes supporters and players can play a key role in road safety.

TY Student at Athlone Community College Toomas Donohoe was part of this years winning group.

LSPCA are looking for fosters for two Lurcher pups.

Two members of the Sobczak family suffered injuries from the Kilnacourt Woods fire in late February.

The Independent TD says the county is currently without anyone in these positions.

The Attorney General has been given permission to pursue Mr Burke for fines already outstanding.

Mullingar Chamber is launching a new voucher card for Westmeath shoppers.

Peter Burke was in Portlaoise today for a new jobs announcement.

IRHA President from Rosenallis Ger Hyland thinks express HGV lanes are needed for tolls.

Several Gardaí and members of the public pursued the digger. 

It occurred in Clonminch, Tullamore this morning.

A former Westmeath soldier and defence analyst, explains the priorities.

Laura Daly-Devine is hosting a fundraiser in Mullingar tomorrow morning.

The Independent rep is pointing to a deficit in resources available for the teams.

The Portlaoise facility is expected to play a major role in the delivery of housing around the State.

Going sugar - free is one of the most popular lenten pursuits.

Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in Ireland.

It comes as people have been turned away from driving tests.

Brian Stanley is calling on more funding for Save Our Sons And Daughters which provides services in Laois.

A gang of four pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary of a student house on the 19th of April 2024.

The latest Labour Force Survey shows that just 9% of the construction workforce is female.

Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke is the Enterprise Minister and says Ireland can thrive despite global instability .

The figures from hearing loss charity Chime show almost half of those waiting are under the age of 18.

Alan Mulhall was fatally injured after a 760kg switchgear fell on his head in 2017.

The funds will develop walking and cycling paths that will offer safer transport options.

The Institute of Professional Auctioneers and Valuers annual farming report is out.

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran is the Junior Minister overseeing the OPW.

Fifth year student Clodagh Ramsey will present her winning design 'Aquaculture' at the International School of Monaco.

Third years at Our Lady's Bower Aideen Derwin and Blathin Moran are taking part in this year's BT Young Scientist Bootcamp in UCD.

Sheila Casey Jones is considering relocating to get a place in a ASD unit for her son.

Nine weapons were also seized in the Midlands.

Philip Sheppard was a regular contributor to the Midlands Today show.

The Laois TD used his first Dail speech to talk about proposed changes to peat soil farming.

Mountmellick United AFC put forward the documents to replace their existing grass pitch.

Barry Cowen made the comment during the first meeting of the new EU Housing Commission.

The meeting is in Athlone tomorrow evening.

They want to help survivors access the supports available.

She was reported missing in Mullingar on Friday.

The competition was made up of international sustainable fashion designs.

The Applegreen in Portlaoise returns with new shopping and dining options.

That's according to Laois Offaly Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley.

He was a driving force for business and community.