A local man is behind the initiative.
A Laois man is putting teddy bears, with a positive message, around the county to promote positive mental health.
Mark Condon spotted the idea earlier this year during a visit to Howth.
The stuff toys also have a number for Pieta House on them.
The Social worker from the Rock of Dunamaise says each of the 15 bears have a name:
State's Behaviour Over Midlands Accommodation Centre Is "Shameful" - Frankie Keena
The Athlone councillor believes the government is wasting the taxpayers money.
Westmeath Only Midlands County Above National Average Vacancy Rate
The latest figures come from the GeoDirectory Residential Buildings Report.
Clonmacnoise Visitor Centre Awarded Excellence In Visitor Experience
The CIE Tourism Awards of Excellence honoured the attraction.
Reminder Issued On No 5 Axel Zone On Westmeath Road
The Westmeath Roads Policing Unit has reminded motorists to respect the zone.
Teachers Union Defend Delayed Leaving Cert Reform
The TUI feel new issues such as AI have slowed plans down.
Laois Local Authority To Carry Out Traffic Calming Survey
This comes as concerns have been raised by local residents.
Ireland Needs To Be Prepared For Hybrid Warfare - Westmeath Security Analyst
Senior Irish cabinet members have recently insisted Ireland needs to increase it's defence spending.
People of the Midlands Advised Not To Pack Away Raincoats Just Yet
The coming week is forecast to be windy and wet.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Borrowing Framework In TUS Athlone
This would aid accommodation for colleges.
Laois Deputy Underlines Value Of Health Centres After HSE Update
A number of communities in Laois are looking at an immediate future without a primary care centre.
IPAV Argues For Housing Developer Tax Incentives
Fresh questions are being asked about the government's ability to solve the housing crisis.
Future Of Westmeath Asylum Seeker Accommodation Centre Cast Into Doubt After Adjourned Hearing
The site in Lissywollen has been the subject of protest and objection over the course of 2024.
Legal Notices Served To Midlands Households Over 'Dodgy Boxes'
Illegal streaming services can be linked to organised crime.
Ireland Can No Longer Hide Behind Neutrality To Protect Itself - Security Analyst
Westmeath's Declan Power wants the State to spend more on defence.
Higher Education Minister To Look Into TUS Athlone Accommodation
Students have struggled with finding accommodation for several years.
Hundreds Join 'Justice For Joe' March In Laois
The Director of Public Prosecutions is appealing the sentence given to Joe Drennan's killer.
Mullingar Matchmaker Shares Her Top Online Dating Tips
Mullingar's Mairead Loughman from Matchmaker HQ says communication is key
44 Historic Midlands Buildings To Receive State Funding
It comes from the Government's Built Heritage Investment Scheme.
€46.2m Invested in Midlands Regional Roads Network
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien says it's essential for maintaining connectivity.
Turn2Me Launch Free Online Monthly Support Group For Midlands Parents
The service runs on the second Wednesday of every month until January 2026.
