The Education Minster has written to schools across the country.
A Laois Principal is urging parents and teachers to lead by example in a mobile phone ban.
Education Minister, Norma Foley, has written to schools to outline what a ban on phones in schools would look like.
She also acknowledged the work currently being done by schools across the country and the polices already in place.
Principal of Clonaslee College, Suzanne McMahon says parents and staff will have to make a conscious effort:
Two Men Seriously Injured In Midlands Crash
The incident took place in Longford yesterday evening.
Two Westmeath Chefs Win Culinary Competition
Pavel Mikeska of Thyme Restaurant in Athlone and Anastasiia Skurtu have won first place in the Joe Shannon Memorial Culinary Competition.
IFA Call For Stronger Farmer Supports Among Fuel Crisis
The IFA discussed a range of farmer support measures with Government from fuel support to a fodder scheme.
Laois High Nelly Club Members Take On 135km Charity Cycle This Saturday
Frankie McRedmond and Darren Kennedy are cycling from Dublin to Shannon Harbour to raise funds for BUMBLEance,
Laois Woman Prosecuted Under Wildlife Act
Sarah Baldwin from Oldglass, Grantstown was charged for the destruction of vegetation on uncultivated land.
Midlands Hospital Launches Patient Focused Wellbeing Initiative
The aim is to make the hospital feel more human.
Offaly Man Launches Innovative Bracelet To Ease Menopause Symptoms
'MyCelsius' bracelet launched yesterday.
91 Year Old Leads Peace Protest Walk Through Laois
Lelia Doolan will lead the charge today.
IFA Refuses To Endorse Fuel Price Protests
The body's president, Ballinakill's Francie Gorman feels it goes far beyond farmers.
New Partnership Effort Launched For Seriously Ill Children's Non-Medical Costs
Bluebird Care and Cliona's Foundation are teaming up to raise awareness on the issue.
The US Are Not Achieving Their Goals - Former Army Ranger
A ceasefire deal was agreed overnight between The US, Iran and Israel.
"There Will Be Penalties" - Taoiseach Slams Fuel Protestors
Micheal Martin says protestors will be punished for blocking the streets.
Unions Call For Urgent Reset As Schools Face ‘Unrealistic’ Expectations
The INTO, TUI and ASTI are holding their annual conferences this week.
Site Of Leprino Cheese In Laois Goes On Sale For €12m
130 jobs are expected to be lost due to its upcoming closure.
Photos: Mount Temple Fundraiser
"A Night with the Stars"
Third Day Of Nationwide Fuel Price Protests Set For Thursday
Areas across the midlands are included in the demonstration.
Electric Picnic Organisers Apply For 2026 Festival Licence In Laois
80,000 people are expected to turn out for this year's festival.
Kanye West Seeks Dialogue With Jewish Community After UK Ban
Wireless Festival was cancelled after the rapper was denied entry into the UK.
Midlands Hospitals Report Over 1,100 Violence Incidents In Three Years
Tullamore recorded the highest figure in the midlands.
NASA Artemis II Mission Begins Journey Back To Earth
Seanie Morris from the Midlands Astronomy Club says it was a good time to send the mission out.
