MEP Maria Walsh says "prevention is better than cure."
"Prevention is better than the cure"
That's Midlands North West MEP Maria Walsh, calling for increased EU funding to address the threat of animal disease on Irish farms.
The Fine Gael MEP submitted amendments in the European Parliament last week, pushing for more funding for small farmers and farm families as part of the EU’s 2026 Budget.
Ms Walsh says funding will ensure rural farming communities are not left behind:
"Hero" Offaly Dog Saves Walker's Life
The husky remained by the walkers side, barking constantly, when she fell unconscious.
Westmeath Gym Owner Jailed For Two Years And Four Months For Sexual Assault
He secretly filmed dozens of other women topless.
Ceasefire In Gaza Into Its Second Day
A surge of humanitarian aid is entering into Gaza.
Eulogy Guidelines Would Be Helpful Says Laois Priest
There are currently no overall guidelines or rules for eulogies during funeral services in Ireland.
Trump Swearing In Ceremony To Be Held Indoors
He will officially take his place as the new President of the United States.
Westmeath Nutritionist Issues Advice On Blue Monday
Today is Blue Monday, described as the most depressing day of the year.
Appeal For Information Following Laois Car Break-In
The incident happened on Friday evening.
"No Hope" For Government To Deliver Housing Plans Without Adopting New Model - Mullooly
The Government are planning to deliver 300,000 homes by 2030.
LISTEN: Westmeath Photographer Who Captured Murmurtation
The spectacular display happened at dusk, when a huge flock of starlings took to the sky.
Fog Warning Issued For Midlands
There is a status yellow alert in affect.
Midlands Man Killed In Workplace Accident To Be Laid To Rest This Morning
Paddy Harney died after a workplace accident in a concrete manufacturing plant in Athlone last week.
Irish Penal Reform Trust Queries Inconsistent State Justice Strategy
The IPRT is welcoming some proposals but say they're strongly against the construction of a super prison.
Laois County Council Wants Schools To Display Cold Snap "Resilience" In Future
The local authority in Laois is meeting today to review their operations over the cold snap.
Regional Independents Seeking Opposition Speaking Time A "Farce" Says Sinn Féin
Independents who won't become ministers are looking to create a technical group to secure speaking time on opposition benches.
Programme For Government Failed to Address Teacher Shortage Crisis-INTO
The INTO are 'disappointed' with the governments draft programme, published yesterday.
More Properties In Offaly To Connect To Fibre Broadband Ahead Of Schedule
Areas near Banagher, Birr and Tullamore will be connected a year early.
Stevie Nicks Hat And Springsteen Guitar Among Items Going For Auction
An Athlone man co-founded the auctioneers hosting the charity event.
Amount Of New Houses Started In Midlands Almost Doubled in 2024
It comes from the latest commencement figures from the Department of Housing.
Hospitality Sector Must Work With Government For Accessible Supports - Deputy Burke
The new coalition deal will see the long-campaigned for lowering of the hospitality VAT rate.
Tributes Paid To Westmeath Man In His 70's Who Died In Workplace Accident
Paddy Harney was working at a concrete manufacturing plant in Bealnamulla.
