Emily O'Reilly held the position for over 10 years.
The work of Offaly woman Emily O'Reilly is being celebrated in the European Parliament as she departs from her role as EU Ombudsman.
The Tullamore woman has worked in the role for the past 11 years and is widely praised for "holding EU institutions to account."
Fine Gael MEP for Dublin, Regina Doherty, says Irish people should be very proud of the work Ms. O'Reilly has done:
Globetrotting Westmeath Teddy Bears Raise Over €10,000 For Two Charities
The Adventures of teddy bears Captain Paddy & Lucky was launched by Jason Phelan in 2022.
IRHA Hit Back At More Road Toll Increases
Toll costs have risen for the third time in 18 months.
Two Youths Arrested Over Westmeath Incident That Left Man Seriously Injured
The man in his 30s is currently in critical condition in Beaumont Hospital.
Widespread Anger After Offaly Based Company Meets Shortchanged Customers
EcoSolutions Windows Doors and More LTD held a creditors meeting in Tullamore.
Department of Integration State Other Matters Concerning Lissywollen Under Discussion
Nearly 3,000 applicants are without accommodation this year.
ICSA Presidential Candidate Preaches Fairness Ahead Of Election Contest
Daniel Lynam wants to see farmers treated better by inspectors.
Offaly Woman Praised For Waiving Anonymity In Her Case
Lisa O'Meara waived her anonymity to inspire women in similar situations.
EU Mission to Visit Ireland Next Year To Meet Farmers Over Mercosur Deal
Irish beef farmers have major concerns about the deal.
All Co-Opted Seats In County Councils Across Midlands Filled
It follows the election of several county councillors across the Midlands to the Daíl.
Power Generated For First Time at Offaly Wind Farm
Commercial operation is expected to start in early 2025.
Arts Council Launches First Of Its Kind Street Preformance Policy
It's the first of its kind in the sector.
Ryanair Deny Price-Gouging During Festive Season
The airline is placing the blame on the cap at Dublin Airport for high prices of flights.
Offaly School To Be First In Ireland To Run Sensorimotor Programme For Children
The BUSS programme will be rolled out in the primary school from January.
Book Celebrating Traveller Cooking Launches In Laois Today
Laois Traveller Action Group is welcoming all to the Dunamaise Arts Centre this evening.
Department Of Intergration Confirms Ukranians In Carlow Can Stay Until End Of January
150 men, women and children were previously set to be moved at the start of next month.
New Shared Cycleway And Walkway Approved For Westmeath
The development will be built across a number of townlands.
Father Of Enoch Burke Jailed For Assaulting A Female Garda
Sean Burke had been given a suspended sentence but chose to not obey the terms.
Finer Details Of Dismantling Westmeath Asylum Accommodation To Be Discussed This Week
The case has been conceded by the government before heading to the High Court.
Met Eireann Forecast Warmer Than Usual Christmas
Parts of the country could see highs of 15 degrees.
Portlaoise Hospital Reporting As Very Busy
People who do not need urgent care are being asked to consider alternatives.
