The driver was arrested and is heading to court.
A Laois driver is heading to court after testing positive for Cocaine.
The roads policing unit stopped the car travelling at 167kph
The motorist, who failed a roadside drug test, were arrested and taken to Portlaoise Garda Station for a blood test.
Laois Hotel To Hold Fuel Crisis Meeting This Weekend
The event gets underway at 5 PM from the Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise tomorrow.Â
Midlands MEP Welcomes European Ban On AI 'Nudification’ Apps
Midlands MEP Maria Walsh says these apps need to be held legally accountable.
Jadotville Monument Unveiled In Westmeath
The new monument is outside Mullingar's Columb Barracks.
LOETB Highlight Importance Of Prisoner Education Programmes
New studies are showing prisoners are less likely to reoffend when enrolled in education.
Housing Minister Opens 77 New Social Homes In Offaly
Kingswood in Tullamore houses 159 tenants.
Justice Minister Criticises TDs Speaking Out Against Gardai
Longford Westmeath rep Sorca Clarke is insisting the garda model is "broken".
Farmers Urge Action From Government Over Dairy Price War
Various supermarkets have lowered their own brand products.
National Lottery Calls On Midlands' Winner To Collect Million Euro Prize
This is the sixth National Lottery millionaire of the year.
Midlands Hospital Reopening Surgical Ward
The upgraded ward has newly renovated features.
Planning Granted For Westmeath Hotel Expansion
The owners are bidding to demolish an existing two-storey building.
Westmeath Town Centre Plan Set For May Day Launch
It's under the second phase of the national scheme.
Midlands Weapons Offences Up 44%
The offences include weapons and explosives.
Laois TD Questions 2030 Housing Target
Sean Fleming wants clarity.
Midlands MEP Challenges EU As Housing Funding Falls Short
He wants concrete action in the next EU budget.
Penalty Shootout Heartache Breaks Irish Hearts In Prague
Czechia are now just 90 minutes away from a spot at this year's World Cup.
Jadotville Monument Being Unveiled In Westmeath
The event takes place at 11am in Mullingar.
Childcare Consultations To Take Place Next Month In Midlands
The consolations will aim to improve the childcare system
11% Of Tests Cancelled Over New Insurance Rule By RSA
It comes under a new rule agreed between driving testers through Forsa and the bod.
Longford-Westmeath TD Blasts Opposition Over Being Called 'Lackey'
Kevin Boxer Moran feels there's unfair name calling by the opposition against Independent TD's.
More Supports Needed For Meals On Wheels - Irish Rural Link
Its CEO, Ballycumber's Seamus Boland says those who use the network are still worried about the cost of living.
