Midlands News from Wednesday, October 30th, 2024
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Midlands Teachers Take Part In Training Scheme For Road Safety
Students take 10 modules to learn about car components, safety belts and learning to drive.
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80,000 Extra Workers Needed To Deal With Infrastructure Issues
A recruitment specialist believes it's unlikely Ireland can entice that number into the sector.
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Hedgehogs Added To Red List Of Threatened Species
The Western European Hedgehog is under threat from people and vehicles.
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Dentists Advise Replacing Sweets With Stickers For Trick n' Treaters
It's also advised children are given water instead of fizzy drinks.
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People Are On The Hunt For Christmas Jobs
Seasonal jobs are becoming more popular each year.
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More Than 300,000 Workers Over Paid On Taxes Last Year
The average tax refund amounts to over €700.
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Gardaí Make Witness Appeal Following Hit-And-Run Collision in Athlone
The collision happened in the early hours of Sunday morning.
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Gardaí Searching For Missing Athlone Teenager
He was last seen on Sunday afternoon.
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Laois Mum Able To Pursue Dream After Taking Up Tertiary Degree Course
The mother of four is now able to balance study and family life.
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2,000 Drivers Speeding During The Bank Holiday Weekend
A driver in Offaly was caught speeding over the weekend.
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No Funding For Offaly Road Until At Least 2025
Funding was previously provided but was withdrawn in 2023.
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Athlone Councillors To Seek Legal Injunction To Stop Accommodation Centre
The decision was made at a special meeting this morning.