535 people are in hospital with the illness.
1,058 new cases of Covid-19 have been confirmed today.
The figure from the Department of Health includes swabs taken from PCR tests, as well as self-registered antigen tests.
535 Covid patients are hospitalised with the virus, of whom 43 are in ICU.
Court Hears Dublin Man Accused Westmeath Councillor Of Being Antifa Operative
The trial collapsed yesterday after the judge determined due to the lack of a witness to confirm evidence.
Laois Man Sells Plant & Tool Hire Company For €31m
The deal will see HSS Hire join Woodie's and Telford's as part of the Grafton Group.
Midlands Teens Championed By National Youth Council Of Ireland
These young people will act as representatives.
Former Laois Manager Mick O'Dwyer Passes Away At Age 88
The former Laois manager passed away this morning.
Clearer Picture Needed From US On Pharma Tariffs - Enterprise Minister
Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke believes we need more clarification on if more tariffs are coming after yesterday's announcement.
Westmeath Company Confirms Redundancies
The BOC site in Athlone will see the loss of 13 jobs.
HSE Issues Measles Alert For Midlands Commuters
The warning comes after the identification of "highly suspect measles case".
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.
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.
Midlands Companies Brace For Trump Tariff Fallout
Donald Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs will be announced this evening.
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.
Listen: Laois Man Living in Thailand Recalls Moment Earthquake Hit Bangkok
Laois' James Conroy has been living in the city for a decade.
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.
Emergency Services Attend Scene Of Two Seperate Offaly Crashes
The crash took place in Moneygall this morning
‘The Ubiquitous Collection’ To Be Exhibited In Tullamore
Offaly artist Genevieve Murphy will launch the exhibition tomorrow.
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.
Second Platform Under Review For Offaly Train Station
Clara Train Station could get a second platform as part of an Irish Rail review.
Longford Westmeath TD Calling For Review Of School Transport Scheme Policy
He believes the current policy is not appropriate.
€9.7m Water Plant Upgrade Completed In Offaly
The water supply has been removed from the EPA'S "at risk" list
Revenue Seize Contraband Around €2.7m Across Midlands, Louth, Dublin And Rosslare
Revenue officers seized the goods through risk profiling.
