The ESB says its not yet known when the fault will be resolved.
More than 1,600 homes and businesses in Laois are without power this afternoon.
The ESB says customers in Portarlington have been left without power due to a fault which took place shortly before 11am this morning.
It's not yet known when the fault will be resolved for the majority of those affected.
A spokesperson from the ESB is apologising for the loss of supply, and says its crews are working to fix the issue.
Irish Soldiers In Lebanon "Safe Where They Are" - Former Army Ranger
There have been calls to withdraw Irish troops from the region, due to escalating conflict.
Motorist In Laois Arrested After Being Caught Without License Or Insurance
The driver provided Gardaí with false details.
Defence Forces Staffing Issues "Worse Than Ever" - RACO
A new directive was approved in February, but agreed time-off and providing family reunion flights is still to be introduced.
Enterprise Minister Rejects Claims He Failed The Hospitality Sector
The Government will be maintaining the 13.5% VAT rate for the sector.
Juvenile Questioned In Connection With Alleged Offaly Assault
The alleged assault occurred on Saturday.
People Need To Be Wary Of New Whatsapp Scam - Laois SPCA
The scammers are using Laois SPCA's logo as their profile picture on WhatsApp.
Over 1/4 Drop In Demand For EV's In Midlands
180 less vehicles have been registered so far this year.
Westmeath Man Charged With Alleged Longford Arson Drops Legal Representation
Guo Zhong Chen is charged with the alleged arson on July 28th.
Budget 2025 A "Missed Opportunity" - Midlands TD
Laois Offaly Deputy Carol Nolan noted many blind spots from the Government.
Kildare Man Found Safe And Well
He was reported missing since Sunday.
Budget 2025: Business Measures Can Attract High Growth Start-Ups To Ireland
Start-up relief for entrepreneurs has been extended by two years.
Westmeath Tik Tok Star Excited For New Music
He is involved in a remix that currently has millions of streams on Spotify.
Budget 2025: National Childcare Scheme To See Budget Increase By Over 40%
Full-time childcare costs will be reduced by more than €1,000 per year.
Westmeath School Welcomes Offaly Teens Unable To Secure A School Place
The teens had been without a place for the first five weeks of the academic year, as schools in Tullamore were at capacity.
Budget 2025: TUS Athlone Welcome Rise In Funding For Higher Education
The Department is set to receive an extra €150m on an annual basis.
No Patients On Trolleys In The Midlands Today
Nationally, over 500 people are waiting for a bed in hospitals.
Budget 2025: VFI Slams Lack Of Action On VAT Rate
Today's Budget didn't see the reduction in VAT rate that the hospitality sector had been hoping for.
Fianna Fáil Defends Increase In Laois Local Property Tax
It's being raised for the first time since 2017.
Budget 2025: Increase In Social Welfare And One-Off Payment Announcements
The State has also announced changes to the income tax.
€370k Worth Of Drugs Seized In The Midlands And Dublin
Herbal cannabis and amphetamines were among the drugs discovered.
