Gardaí have also arrested a drug driver.
A motorist is due to appear in court after being detected speeding at almost 200kmph on the M7 in Laois.
The Roads Policing Unit clocked the car travelling at 192kmph.
Meanwhile, a van driver, who was driving erratically on the on the motorway, was arrested after testing positive for cocaine, opiates and benzodiazepines.
Gardaí also discovered they were disqualified from driving.
TII Blaming Transport Department Over Lack Of Action On N52 Link Road - Offaly TD
Carol Nolan has met with management from Transport Infrastructure Ireland.
Almost €10,000 Funding Granted To Protect Midlands Water Quality
40 community groups in 19 counties are eligible for the funds.
Midlands Vacant Commercial Properties Suggested For Housing
The Hardware Association of Ireland is advocating for it.
Offaly Mum Of Son With Spina Bifida Slams CHI
Amanda Coughlan's son's spina bifida and scoliosis is now inoperable.
Gardaí Appeal For Witnesses After Crash In Offaly
It happened shortly before midnight last Thursday in Daingean.
Westmeath Council Working To Build Derelict Site Tax Base
A 'town team' has been put together to identify sites that might be charged derelict levies.
HSE Reveals Midlands Capital Funding Projects
These include refurbishing primary care centres and new ambulance bases in Offaly and Westmeath.
Green Light Given To Laois Manufacturing Plant Expansion
Kirby Engineering Group has been given permission to proceed with extension plans in Portlaoise.
Westmeath County Council Lobbying For New Army HQ Base
Athlone is a suitable location according to the authority.
Midlands Drivers Caught Speeding On National Slowdown Day
Motorist in Laois has been speeding this morning.
Midlands MEP Barry Cowen Recovering After Health Scare
He'll continue to carry out his duties as an MEP after recovery.
Confirmed: Emergency Helicopter Service To Continue Out Of Athlone
An internal review was carried out at Custume Barracks.
HSE Confirms Plans Have Been Lodged For "Hugely Important" Midlands Hospice
After many years of campaigning the 20 bed palliative care facility has moved a step clos.er
Taoiseach Says Government Working "Flat Out" On Capacity Issues In Special Schools
Laois Independent Brian Stanley wants a pre-fab building installed in St Francis School
Peadar Toibin Shuts Down Possibility Of Presidency
The Meath West TD is evaluating an alternative from his party.
Former Westmeath Detective Wants Stricter Theft Penalties
Shoplifting has increased nationwide.
Westmeath Councillors Reject McGregor Bid
Conor McGregor plans to run for presidency.
Westmeath Seminar To Support Women Through Local Government Taking Place
The session will be in Athlone this evening.
Westmeath Man Avoids Prison Sentence For Stabbing Friend After Playstation Row
William Cuffe pleaded guilty to assault causing harm in Mullingar Circuit Criminal Court.
Tension Between Laois Councillors Over Forestry In The County
Coillte are currently harvesting in popular forests in the area.
