Midlands News from Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
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HSE Issues Measles Alert For Midlands Commuters
The warning comes after the identification of "highly suspect measles case".
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Laois Branch Of Palestine Solidarity Group Demands Government Explanation Over Protest Arrests
Some people arrested say they were threatened and strip-searched after being arrested.
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Opposition Conducts Walkout Protest During Offaly TDs Question On Special Education
A large number of TDs left the Dail when Carol Nolan began to speak.
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Midlands Companies Brace For Trump Tariff Fallout
Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs will be announced this evening.
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Peatlands Projects Across Midlands Set To Receive Around €40k In Funding
The Peatlands and Natura Community Engagement Scheme has awarded funds to projects across the region.
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Listen: Laois Man Living in Thailand Recalls Moment Earthquake Hit Bangkok
Laois' James Conroy has been living in the city for a decade.
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TUS Athlone Voice Concerns Over Planned Increase In Third Level Fees
Higher Education Minister is planning to raise the fee back up to €3,000 in the next budget.
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Emergency Services Attend Scene Of Two Seperate Offaly Crashes
The crash took place in Moneygall this morning
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‘The Ubiquitous Collection’ To Be Exhibited In Tullamore
Offaly artist Genevieve Murphy will launch the exhibition tomorrow.
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Laois Brewery Taking Part In 'Speed Dating' Tourism Conference This Week
Failte Ireland's Meithal consists of quick 12 minutes meetings with businesses and various tourism providers.
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Second Platform Under Review For Offaly Train Station
Clara Train Station could get a second platform as part of an Irish Rail review.
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Longford Westmeath TD Calling For Review Of School Transport Scheme Policy
He believes the current policy is not appropriate.