The proposed windfarm could power up to 60,000 homes.
A decision is due today on planning for a windfarm in the midlands.
Coolglass Windfarm had proposed to develop 13 wind turbines in Timahoe, Laois.
They are aiming to provide 80MW of renewable energy to the Irish electricity grid, and supply power to 60,000 homes.
Associated works would include access tracks, drainage works and turbine foundations.
Laois County Council will give their final answer today.
Woman Hospitalised After Westmeath Church Assault
The incident took place in Athlone last Friday.
Ploughing Day One: Screggan Opens Its Gates
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Offaly Driving Instructor Calls For Dedicated Testers In Every Centre
The Government has new legislation for learners who don't have a full licence after seven years.
Early Childhood Ireland Wants Pay To Align With Teachers
This comes as the Dáil reconvenes.
Over €300k Seized By Revenue
The detections were made as a result of risk profiling.
Most Farmers Satisfied With Pipeline Deal - IFA Offaly
Farmers met in Tullamore last week to discuss the terms of the IFA'S and ICMSA's joint offer.
Laois Fails To Nominate Presidential Candidate
The news comes after a special council meeting today.
Tillage Farmers Hold Crisis Meeting Over Budget Concerns
A crisis meeting was held in the Killashee Hotel in Kildare.
Man With Multiple Aliases Sentenced For Westmeath Burglary and Assault
The incident occurred at Shannon Academy, Gardenvale in Athlone on January 16th last year.
Ploughing Countdown: All You Need To Know
The event is taking place in Screggan, Tullamore this week.
Laois And Westmeath County Councils Host Presidential Candidates Today
The local authorities can decide today who, if, any hopefuls they will back in the presidential election.
Offaly School Start Campaign For Second ASD Unit
Charleville National School in Tullamore is in need for an ASD unit for its senior units.
Offaly Farmer's Family Move To Freeze Administration Of Estate
Mr Grogan passed away in April 2023.
Laois Tourism Attraction Gets €250k For Glamping
The funds will go to glamping units and horse drawn wagon rides.
Clonaslee Show Cancelled Over Adverse Weather
Show organisers have had to cancel the event over weather concerns.
Westmeath Home To Ireland’s Greenest Community
Former Green Party leader Eamon Ryan was among the judges.
Laois Eurovision Author Backs Potential Irish Withdrawal From Contest
RTE stated yesterday their intent to withdraw if Israel takes part in 2026.
International Climate Carnival Coming To Laois This Month
Laois County Council are hosting the Climate Carnival at Ballintubbert Gardens and House.
Westmeath Water Supply Needs Steady Rainfall To Recover - Uisce Eireann
A hosepipe ban for the Mullingar Regional Public Water Supply has been extended until October.
Offaly Primary School Welcomes Two New Modular Classrooms
Education Minister Helen McEntee opened the units at Charlesville National School today.
