The latest report from the Residential Tenancies Board shows the cost of renting.
Rents across the midlands are continuing to rise.
The latest report from the Residential Tenancies Board shows the cost of a new tenancy jumped by nearly 18% in the last 12 months.
The average cost is now €1,264.
In Westmeath they're up 3.3% to just under €1,250, while in Offaly rents on new tenancies increased by just 1.1% to €1,100.
Only Leitrim saw a bigger increase in rents at 25 per cent, now €1,058.
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No arrest has been made so far.
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Ag Science students from all over the country make their way to Tullamore for the event.
Walking And Cycle Trail Between Westmeath And Offaly Proposed
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The European Commission report indicates the longer we spend scrolling, the more lonely we feel.
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The blaze broke out last Thursday morning.
A Portlaoise Garda Is Encouraging People To Apply For Trainee Programme
He mentions the opportunities available for Gardaí.
Tullamore Farm To Host Farm Walk & Talk Series
375 second-level Agricultural Science students will visit the farm.
Laois Boy Who Died Following Road Crash To Be Laid To Rest This Afternoon
The funeral is being held today.
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