A woman sustained serious injuries from the assault.
A man has been arrested following a serious assault in Ballinasloe.
Gardaí were alerted to the incident at a home in the town at about 7 o'clock on Monday evening.
A woman in her 50s suffered serious injuries and was rushed to Portiuncula University Hospital in Ballinasloe, where she remains in a critical condition.
A man in his 50s has since been arrested and taken to a Garda station in the county, where he can be held for up to 24 hours.
Midlands Just Transition Projects Showcased At Panel Discussion
The projects covered topics such as upcycling textiles and sustainable tourism.
Most Popular Coffee Bean Reaches Record High Price
It's the most expensive in 47 years.
Carlow Restaurant Served With Closure Orders
The restaurant was closed for two days at the end of last month.
Gardaí Seek Public's Help In Locating Missing Laois Teenager
She was last seen in Portlaoise on Sunday evening.
Over 110 Homes And Businesses In Midlands Still Without Power Following Storm Darragh
ESB crews say restoration is slow due to the spread of the damage.
Westmeath Protester Hits Back At Claims Demonstration Was Aggressive
People gathered outside an IPAS centre under development on Sunday.
€2m Investment For Offaly Based Ticketing Service
The company already has a presence in many countries around the world.
Laois Christmas Market To Raise Funds For 18 Month Old's Life Saving Treatment
The outdoor market will take place in Portlaoise.
iNua Hotel Collection Celebrates Midlands Hotel Managers
The iNua Hotel Collection celebrated its 10th anniversary as a hospitality group with these awards.
Former Longford-Westmeath TD To Fill In For Empty Seanad Seat
Joe Flaherty will be filling in for the remaining six weeks of the Seanad sitting.
You Have The Chance To Buy Paul Mescal's Gladiator II Costume
The star is selling his costume for charity on Vinted.
Gardaí Investigating Cases Of Criminal Damage In Offaly
Birr Gardaí are urging people to come forward if they have witnessed any suspicious activity.
Pet Mania Giving Major Donation To Midlands Dog Shelters This Christmas
Laois Offaly SPCA's will receive the donation.
Anti-Racism Group Speak Out About Westmeath Anti-Immigration Protest
A Protest took place on Sunday at the Lissywollen site in Athlone.
Offaly Chef Left "Home Alone" To Create Gingerbread Masterpiece
She spent over 40 hours on the piece!
Selection Convention To Be Held In For Laois Council Seat
The first will cover Portlaoise, with another scheduled for Sunday.
Two Midlands Volunteers Win National Awards
Both men were honoured at the National Volunteer Ireland Awards.
45% of People Who Suffer A Heart Attack Don't Call For Help In The Hour
The new data comes from the Irish Heart Attack Audit.
SIPO Investigation Report Finds Robert Troy "Contravened" Ethics Act
It follows reports last August which led to his resignation as a Minister of State.
Over €512,000 In Drugs Seized By Revenue Officers
It was seized in various operations in the Midlands, Shannon, Rosslare and Dublin.
