Today marks World Contraception Day.
Sexual health campaigns are being developed at a university to encourage condom use.
A World Health Organisation report recently revealed "high rates of unprotected sex" among young adults.
Today is World Contraception Day, and the "far reaching" consequences of STIs and unintended pregnancies are being emphasised.
Ellie O'Neill, VP for Welfare at SETU Carlow's Students' Union, says they're trying to encourage the use of contraceptives:
Westmeath Man Who Made Threats To Taoiseach And Tanaiste Walks Free From Court
32 year old Cory O'Connor, Battery Heights, Athlone received a six month prison sentence suspended for two years.
Midlands Hospice Foundations Kick Off Sunflower Days Campaign
On-street collections are taking place in the region.
Forest Fest Introduces Country And Americana Arena
'Kickin’ Up Dust' will be accessible to all ticketholders.
New Jobs Coming To Laois
The move is part of a €6m investment.
Housing Minister Has No Timeline For Reduction in Homelessness
He says the Government is scaling up housing delivery.
Irish People Encouraged To Watch Rare Venus-Jupiter Conjunction This Evening
The night sky's two brightest planets are set to align closely.
Gardai Appeal For Information On Stolen Car In Offaly
The incident took place on Monday evening in Birr.
Ollie Clooney Elected Cathaoirleach Of Municipal District In Laois
Mr. Clooney takes over the position of Cathaoirleach in the Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District.
13 Laois Teachers Taking To The Skies To Raise Funds For School Therapy Dog
Presentation Primary School in Portarlington is aiming to raise €15k.
Offaly Twins Announced As Miss Universe Ireland 2026 Finalists
The Summer Launch Party took place on Thursday.
Mary Coughlan To Return For Landmark Performance At Forest Fest
The 70 year old performed at the festival last year.
Irish Peatland Society Hosts Annual Conference In Offaly
Over 125 specialists are taking part in a conference on agriculture and renewable energy.
Gardaí In Offaly Warn Issue Warning Over Phone Scams
Fraudsters are posing as Three Ireland staff, offering fake deals or upgrades to steal personal details.
25 Land Banks Approved For Laois Residential Developments
Most of the rezoned sites are in Portlaoise.
Seven Food Businesses Ordered To Close Over Safety Breaches In May
A business in Westmeath has been handed a notice.
Coimisiún na Meán To Sit Before Oireachtas Media Committee Today
It's in relation to increases to the broadcast levy.
SSE Renewables Set To Build Offaly Wind Farm Operations Base
The building will support the work of the Yellow River farm.
Offaly Primary School Concert To Feature Professional Musicians
St Broghan's National School is hosting the concert this evening.
Gardai Issue Fresh Appeal Over Laois Graveyard Brawl
A man is still in hospital following the incident at St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery on Portlaoise's Stradbally Road.
Westmeath Gardaí Issue Warning On National Slow Down Day
Gardaí are conducting a number checkpoints across the county today.
