News
-
Laois Councillor Calls For Review On Land Zoning For Industrial and Enterprise UseCouncillor James Kelly believes an expression of interest process will allow the council to rezone suitable locations.
-
Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €178kInvestigations into all seizures are ongoing.
-
Man Charged With Dangerous Driving In Westmeath Town32 year old Wedenilson Almeida Dos Santos of Auburn Heights in Athlone has told the court he knows he's "guilty" and he's "really sorry."
-
Offaly County Council Approve Planning Permission For Funeral ParlourA property on Tullamore's O'Connell Street is getting the green light to be converted.
-
Laois TD Demands Changes Over Medical Card ThresholdsBrian Stanley says the situation has to be addressed this year.
-
Westmeath County Council Seek Funds For Walking And Cycling LinkThe proposed development would run from Ballinahown Sports Park to BnM lands in Ballinahown.
-
Retired Westmeath Postal Officer Worker Jailed For 8 Years For Sexual AbuseHe was convicted following a trial last February.
-
Housing Targets 'Not Good Enough' - Laois CouncillorThe Housing Delivery Action Plan sets minimum targets of 33 affordable homes.
Sport
-
Westmeath SFC: Coralstown Kinnegad Impress In Championship OpenerLast year's beaten finalists have made a winning start to this year's campaign.
-
Laois SFC: Portarlington Look Well Set For Title DefenceLast year's champions were impressive winners on their return to championship action.
-
Town Continue League Struggles After Treaty DefeatThe first division outfit look likely to stay there after another loss.
-
Westmeath SFC: St Loman's Reflect On Lost Victory After Downs Comeback Secures DrawBoth clubs are considered title contenders in the Lake County.
Entertainment & Lifestyle
-
Westmeath DJ Competes For Spot On Electric Picnic StageShe's the only female finalist left standing.
-
Laois Artist Has Work Showcased In Times SquareA mural created by Abbeyleix's Aileen Donovan was showcased alongside 40 other pieces.
-
Tinie Tempah Searching For Irish Musicians To Join His EP SetThe UK rapper and singer has been announced as this year's Three City Stages ambassador.
-
Photos: Forest Fest 2026The festival was held in Emo, Laois over the weekend.
WIN
-
Terms & ConditionsMidlands 103 Competition Terms & Conditions
-
🚜 Full Steam Ahead! 🚂We're giving you the chance to WIN a Family Pass to the National Steam Rally in Stradbally every day this week on Midlands Today with Will Faulkner! 🎉
That's 5 Family Passes up for grabs, with each pass including admission for 2 adults and 2 children.
Taking place this August Bank Holiday Weekend, the National Steam Rally is one of Ireland's biggest family events, packed with:
🚂 Mighty steam engines
🎶 Live music
🚜 Vintage displays
🚂 Narrow gauge railway
...and so much more!
Tune in to Midlands Today, weekdays from 9am–12pm, for your chance to win!
Find out more at www.irishsteam.net -
WIN Sunday Lunch/Dinner for 2 at Scanlon'sFancy a Sunday Lunch or Dinner for two at the award-winning Scanlons Bar & Restaurant, Kinnegad? We've got you covered! 🙌
Tune in to Drivetime with Lorraine McCormack this Friday from 3pm–7pm for your chance to win a delicious meal for two.
From the first of August Scanlon’s Bar & Restaurant Kinnegad is open every morning from 9.30am for Breakfast🤞🍽️ -
✨ Big Weekday Giveaway – Day 2! ✨This prize is all about treating yourself! We're giving you the chance to WIN a Hydrafacial from Laser + Skin Clinics, Mullingar.
Named the Midlands' Best Aesthetic Clinic, Laser & Skin Clinic Athlone and Mullingar brings over 20 years of medical expertise to every treatment.
🎙️ Tune in to The Afternoon Show with Carl James from 12pm–3pm tomorrow for your chance to win!
Weather
-
Tue24°C
-
Wed20°C
-
Thu
20°C
-
Fri
20°C
-
Sat20°C
Podcasts
-
Midlands Today with Will FaulknerWeek 30 - Tuesday
New planning rules, concerns over Laois housing targets, and a major business investment bringing jobs to the Midlands feature on today's programme.
-
Midlands 103 DocumentariesWorking On It - Part 2
Siobhan Donnellan explores the pressure and joys of raising children while being a working mum.
-
