News
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Owners Of Portlaoise Nursing Home Admit "Administrative Error" Over Admissions Breach
The Residence continued taking new admissions after HIQA had issued a notice to stop.
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Full Hearing Date For Lissywollen Asylum Seeker Centre Set
Councillors in the Athlone area are bringing a legal challenge over the centre to the High Court.
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Westmeath Gardaí Recover Body From Canal
The man's body has since been brought the Midlands Regional Hospital in Mullingar.
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Third Lidl Store Confirmed For Laois
Laois County Council has given the green light to the Graiguecullen store subject to 12 conditions.
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Laois SPCA Branch Launch Foster Appeal Following Surge Of New Arrivals
The branch is dealing with a surge of surrendered and neglected animals, with "Pablo" the puppy being among them.
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Offaly TD Calls For Uisce Eireann To Speed Up Fixing Infrastructure
Offaly TD John Clendennen says Edenderry is one of many towns impacted by capacity issues at the State utility.
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Westmeath Heritage Park To Open Forge To Young People Tomorrow
Dun Na Sí are taking part in Cruinniú Na óg tomorrow.
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Westmeath House Fire Victim Laid To Rest Tomorrow
John 'Jackie' Smyth passed away in a fire at his home on Wednesday morning in Castlepollard.
Sport
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Tailteann Cup Challenge Awaits Laois In Mullingar
Justin McNulty's finished third in group two.
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Laois Take On Roscommon Premier Camogie Junior Championship
Pat Collier's side won their opening round game against Wicklow.
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Kildare Hoping To End Fantastic Season With Joe McDonagh Success
The Lilywhites tasted victory when the sides met last month.
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Laois And Offaly In All Ireland Ladies Intermediate Football Championship Action This Weekend
Both sides had contrasting starts to their All Ireland campaigns.
Entertainment & Lifestyle
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Offaly Culture Night Submissions Close Today
This years Culture Night is set for September 19th.
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45 New Acts Complete Electric Picnic Lineup
Becky Hill completes the headliner acts.
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Offaly-Based Carer Wins Carer Of The Year
She was chosen from 10 finalists.
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Westmeath Junk Kouture Design Modelled At Cannes Film Festival
Midlands designers have made it to the world final.
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Magic Moments Fathers Day
Midlands 103 is on the hunt for the most downright bonkers Dad in the Midlands! Is your dad the king of dad jokes, the master of embarrassing dance moves, or just delightfully daft in his own lovable way? Tell us what makes him hilariously unique and why he deserves to win an incredible prize — a Dewalt 18v Cordless 55cm 19mm Hedge Trimmers from D&S Hardware, Axis Business Park, Tullamore and a luxury two-night B&B stay with dinner for two at the Celtic Ross Hotel.
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Edenderry Festival 2025
All this week on DRIVETIME with Roy (weekdays 3–7pm), we’re giving away 2 tickets every single day to this epic music-fueled weekend.
But that’s not all…
On Friday the 13th, one lucky winner will score our ULTIMATE PRIZE – 2 festival tickets PLUS an incredible overnight stay with bed & breakfast AND dinner at the stunning Moyvalley Hotel & Golf Resort on July 6th! -
The Unit Gym Summer Camp
WIN 2 Tickets for The Unit Challenge Junior in Clara! 🎉
Tune in to The Breakfast Show with Peter all week from June 9th on Midlands 103 for your chance to win!
Give your kids an unforgettable adventure this summer—The Unit Challenge Junior is all about building confidence, resilience, and teamwork through exciting, age-tailored challenges. -
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Podcasts
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Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
Week 23 - Friday
With stalled housing, surging shelter demands, and a trailblazing Laois Rose, Friday’s stories spotlight pressure, compassion, and progress across the Midlands.
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The Big Story
From Toolbelt To High Heels — Meet the Laois Rose Breaking Stereotypes
Katelyn Cummins says she couldn't be happier working as an electrician.