Island On Lough Ree Bought To Protect Wading Birds

More from Midlands News

• Record Numbers Of People Using Midlands Local Link Buses

  It's the third year in a row that the numbers have risen.

• Westmeath Heritage Park Wins Tourism Award

  The winners were revealed at a gala ceremony on Saturday evening.

• New Developer for Major Midlands Housing Development Can't Be Rushed-Frankie Keena

  572 homes were promised in this development-one of the largest housing projects in the midlands.

• Over €700,000 worth of contraband has been seized in the Midlands and Dublin

  Revenue officers also seized a quantity of retail goods.

• Fianna Fail Adds Third Candidate to FF Longford Westmeath

  Dympna Cunniffe will run with current TD's Joe Flaherty and Robert Troy.

• Three Arrested Over Midlands Burglaries

  The arrests come after investigations into 29 separate incidents.

• Learner Driver Arrested In Laois

  The driver also failed a drug test.

• Brian Stanley Needs To 'Man-Up' - Mary Lou McDonald

  The President of Sinn Fein responded to the Laois Offaly TD's latest criticism of her.

• More Vacant Commerical Properties Needed for Housing - IPAV

  IPAV'S Chief Executive says that owners need an incentive to put these houses forward.

• Irish Wheelchair Association Underline General Election Issues

  IWA point to transport, the cost of living and employment ahead of national vote.

• Maria McCormack Selected For Sinn Fein Ticket In Laois After Stanley Departure

  Brian Stanley left the party in controversial and acrimonious circumstances.

• Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards Winners Revealed

  The awards featured a range of categories, including Best Newcomer, Customer Service Excellence and Best Restaurant Manager.

• State Aim For Regional Balance With National Broadband Plan

  The Government initiative is underway.

• Sinn Féin To Select Laois Election Candidate This Evening

  Mary Lou McDonald is due to attend the event.

• SETU Is Experiencing 'Suspected Cyber Attack'

  Gardaí say they're working to resolve the matter.

• Over 160 Businesses Attending The Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards

  Titles up for grabs include Restaurant of the Year and Best Destination Hotel.

• Anna May McHugh Is Awarded Honorary Doctorate

  It was awarded for her significant contribution to the advancement of the Agriculture industry.

• Childcare Costs Reach Over €800 A Month In The Midlands

  That's according to figures from the National Women's Council.

• Community Centres Across Midlands Awarded Funds Of Up to €25,000

  It's under Stage 1 of the Community Centres Fund which focuses on minor projects.

• Hikers Rescued From Slieve Bloom Mountains

  They were located by emergency responders.