She was recognised last week.
An Offaly woman says she was shocked and emotional after winning a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Traveller Pride Awards.
Tullamore's Maureen Ward was recognised for being a tireless advocate for the Traveller Community and a human rights activist for over 40 years
She was presented with the prestigious award at a ceremony last week.
Ms Ward says she will continue the battle for human rights for everybody.
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.
Midlands Gardaí Issue Fog Warning For Motorists
They recommend people not to travel unnecessarily.
Nineteen Female Candidates to Contest General Election In Midlands
The amount of female candidates nationally has risen more than 40% from the last election.
Midlands Average Monthly Rent Is Almost €2,000
Every county in Ireland has seen a rise in the cost of rent.
"No Injuries Reported" Following Vehicle Fire In Westmeath
The incident happen just before 5:00am this morning.
