96 people are in hospital with the virus this evening.
There has been a further 1,378 Covid-19 cases - the highest figure in nearly 6 months.
96 people are in hospital, up 7 in the past 24 hours, while the number in ICU has increased by 1 to 22.
Meanwhile the growth rate of new cases is roughly 7 per cent per day, according to the Deputy Chief Medical Officer.
Dr. Ronan Glynn says the incidence rate is increasing across the country, and is highest in those aged 19-24 and 16-18.
Historic Offaly Gastropub Hennessy’s Hits Market For Under €500k
Hennessy’s in Ferbane, is a seven-day licensed premises.
Gardaí Warn Against Driving Under The Influence
It comes following road fatalities.
Laois Ladies Football Legend Honoured By County Council
Sue Ramsbottom is a Ladies Gaelic Football Hall of Famer.
Westmeath Defence Expert Questions US Iran Strategy
The US president is currently demanding allies step in to help keep the shipping route open.
Midlands Preps For Colourful St Patrick's Day Events
There's fun filled events taking place across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
Dovida Invites Midlands Communities To National Hiring Day
The Tullamore event is part of a nationwide recruitment initiative.
HSE Apologises Over Offaly Wedding Registrations Gap
A similar issue arose in 2024.
'Illegal Mobile Pharmacy' Shut Down In Laois
The motorist was discovered to be an unaccompanied learner.
Midlands Star Wins Glitterball After Stunning Performances
Katelyn Cummins is this year's Dancing with the Stars champion.
Gardaí Appealing For Witnesses To Fatal Westmeath Crash
A man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.
Midlands Beautician Turned Tarmac Layer Sing Trades Praises
The 'Building Heroes' initiative is showcasing young tradespeople and their daily lives.
Laois Company Wishes Rose Of Tralee Luck For DWTS Final
Portlaoise's Alpha Drives Limited is backing Katelyn Cummins to lift the glitterball on Sunday.
Regional March For Gaza Taking Place In Offaly Tomorrow
Tullamore for Gaza and the Laois branch of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign are hosting the event.
Digital Career Skills Platform Launches For Midlands
ReSHAPE is an AI powered tool to help workers upskill and employers plan workforce development.
Canadian Ambassador To Ireland Visits Offaly
Ambassador Dennis King toured the county ,visiting Clonmacnoise and trying his hand at hurling.
Laois Council Moves To Acquire Derelict Building On Main Street
A decision on the move is due August 3rd.
Offaly TD Demands Stronger Ticket Touting Laws As Six Nations Prices Hit €3k
Fine Gael TD for Offaly John Clendennen says the laws need stronger enforcement.
Offaly Hotel Manager Highlights Lack Of HSE Staff To Register Marriages In County
Noel McCann from Tullamore's Bridge House Hotel says no HSE staff are available for civil ceremonies in Offaly.
Threshold Express Concern Over Excessive Short Term Lets
Threshold says there are 119 homes advertised for short term lets in the Midlands.
New Highly Skilled Midlands Jobs Announced
A new control centre in Athlone will manage power assets across Europe.
