He's one of the most senior members of Gardaí in the region.
One of the most senior members of the Gardaí in the midlands is hanging up his boots today, after over four decades on the beat.
Laois Offaly Chief Superintendent John Scanlon says he encountered 'every walk of life' during his 41 years in the force and, despite facing those who had done 'horrendous things' he still believes that 'people are decent'.
He says it was a privilege to serve the region:
Midlands Crafters Taking Part In Popular Fair
The event is being held in Cork over the next two weekends.
Intel Mini Scientist All Ireland Champions To Receive Formal Reception
The event will take place this evening.
67% Of Young People Say Politicians Do Not Consider Policies Impact On Them
The survey was carried out for the National Youth Council's general election manifesto.
Longford-Westmeath Candidate Emphasises Need To Improve Local Transport
The Independent candidate left The Green Party before declaring herself for the upcoming election.
Listen: "You'll Never See A Bookmaker On A Pushbike"
Westmeath's Liam Glynn shares his story as a recovering gambling and alcoholic.
Action Must Be Taken On Housing In Offaly - Fergus McDonnell
Councillor McDonnell's manifesto focuses on immigration and housing.
Man Hospitalised Following Crash In Offaly
The incident happened this morning.
American Man Charged With Murdering His Father In Laois Hotel
He has been remanded in custody to Cloverhill Prison.
Missing Westmeath Teen Found Safe And Well
He had been reported missing since Sunday.
'People Want Action' - Kevin 'Boxer' Moran
He wants to work alongside other independent candidates.
Man Charged in Connection With Death of US Tourist at Laois Hotel
A man was arrested yesterday in his 30's and was known to the victim.
Laois Gardaí Seize Car From Speeding Motorist
The car also had no tax or insurance.
'There's Opportunity To Establish The Midlands For Remote Working' - Joe Flaherty
Fianna Fáil is seeking to improve housing grants.
Westmeath Rail Route To See Two New Carriages
Mullingar train station will benefit from the additional carriages.
Laois Woman To Give Speech At COP29 On Climate Smart Chefs
Laura Kirwan will give a talk in her role as Sustainability Lead with Dublin company, Nutritics.
Parents' Voices Are Being Ignored on Westmeath Asylum Seeker Site-Dymphna Cuniffe
Ms Cuniffe is a Fianna Fail Longford-Westmeath candidate in the upcoming General Election.
Midlands Has The Lowest Percentage Of People With A Third Level Qualification
The figure in the region is below 50% of 25 - 64 year olds.
American Fast Food Chain To Make Its Way To Ireland From Next Year
It's expected around 300 new jobs will be created.
Westmeath Shop Manager Believes Technology Won't Replace Store Staff
A new three-part series is reimagining Athlone to have stores with augmented reality features.
"Attack Squads" In Sinn Féin Target Those They Don't Like - Stanley
He claims a meeting was called where it was suggested four people would be forced out of the party.
