The cat was missing for eight months.
A cat missing for eight months was found by his owner after she recognised his meow on a phone call to her vet.
Rachael Lawrence, from Essex in the UK, was checking in with the vet about her other cat when she heard Barnaby's cry in the background.
The vets told her it was a stray, but she phoned back later asking for more details as it was "bugging" her.
Barnaby has now been reunited with his family- and has been properly microchipped.
Offaly Journalist Recognised As Podcast Wins News & Current Affairs Award
The first ever All Ireland Podcast Awards took place last night.
Communities Invited to Apply for New Peatlands and Natura Grants
Closing date for submission of applications is 9th January 2026
Midlands 103 Hospitality Awards Celebrate The Best In Local Food, Drink, And Tourism
The winners were announced at a sold out gala event in Offaly last night.
Laois Choir Strikes Gold At Pride Of Place Awards
The Timahoe Male Choir took home the prize last Friday.
Country Music Night To Take Place In Laois
The event takes place in Durrow on Saturday evening.
Offaly Blogger Shares Cost Saving Christmas Gift Tips
Offaly's Caz Mooney runs irishbudgeting.com and shares her top advice.
Midlands Pride Festival Kicks Off Today
Heartlands Pride 2025 will take place from the 7th - 9th of November.
Half A Million Granted For Midlands Outdoor Recreation Projects
Nature and tourism amenities in Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath are in line for new funding.
Popular Laois Forest Named In Coillte Top 20
A Slieve Bloom forest is among the most popular in Ireland.
Frightfully Fun Events Taking Place In The Midlands This Halloween
Here's your guide to what's happening in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath this Halloween.
Midlands Founded Dance School Wins Big At National Awards
Leinster School of Dance was founded in Moate.
Look back on Forest Fest 2024
Moments captured from Forest Fest 2024
