It was chosen out of over 600 Irish towns and villages.
A Westmeath village is set to represent Ireland in an international Tidy Towns event.
Ballinahown was selected out of over 600 Irish towns and villages to take part in Entente Florale event in France next year.
The village has enjoyed success in the Tidy Towns competition in recent years, winning a bronze medal last year.
Chairperson of Ballinahown Community Development group Helen Conneely says it's a great honour:
Four New Helicopters Bought For Irish Air Corps And Gardaí
The helicopters will replace older ones in the fleet.
Laois Boy Raises Almost €10,000 For Irish Dogs For The Disabled
Funds raised will aid the training of the dogs in the charity.
Laois Councillor Nominated To Contest In Seanad Elections
Sinn Féin nominated six candidates this morning.
Westmeath Missing person Appeal Stood Down After Body Discovered
The Westmeath Woman has been missing since Saturday.
1,965 IPAS Being Accommodated In The Midlands
Westmeath has the highest number in accomodation in the region.
Mullingar Fire Safety Company Creating 10 New Jobs With Latest Investment
They specialise in all aspects of fire safety systems.
Portlaoise Hospital Reporting As Very Busy
People are being encouraged to consider other possible options.
Post Christmas Snow On New Year's Day Is A Possibility
Stormy weather is on the way according to Alan O'Reilly of Carlow Weather.
Over €3M Rate Payments Went To Offaly County Council In 2024
The 'County Colours' website launched by Wind Energy Ireland revealed the statistics.
Gardaí Seek Public's Assistance In Finding Missing Westmeath Woman
Mirjana Pap was last seen in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Cllr. Caroline Dwane Stanley Quits Sinn Fein With Immediate Effect
The now independent councillor's decision leaves the party without representation in Laois/
Over 200 People On Trolleys Today
Nine of those are in hospitals in the midlands.
"You Pursued What You Loved" - David Bracken Remembered At His Funeral
The Offaly man passed away following a crash on Sunday.
Portlaoise Hospital Implementing Visiting Restrictions Effective Immediately
A high number of people are presenting with respiratory illnesses.
97 New Homes Could Be Coming To Laois
Plans have been submitted for a mix of two, three and four bed homes.
Mental Health Charity Offering Support Groups To People Struggling At The Holidays
The organisation is open 365 days of the year.
People Urged To Know Their Healthcare Options This Festive Period
Injury units and pharmacies can be considered depending on the situation.
Funeral Of Offaly Man Who Died Following A Crash Taking Place Today
The collision happened at the weekend.
Midlands GOAL Mile Events Raising Money For Communities In Africa And The Middle East
There's GOAL fundraisers are taking place in Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.
Fundraiser For Victim Of Alleged Westmeath Assault Nears Target
The fundraiser has been set up to support a refugee from Gaza and his family.
