75%s of people say they've accepted an invite to something they didn't want to go to.
Saying no to a party invite might not be as rude as you think.
Scientists from West Virginia University found more than three quarters of people say they've accepted an invite to something they didn't want to go to.
Their study found the negative ramifications of saying no are much less severe than we expect, but we worry about the consequences of declining.
Laois Lotto Winner Comes Forward To Claim €500,000
They won the EuroMillions Top Prize from Tuesday.
Laois Lotto Player Scoops €500k
Players are being asked to check their tickets carefully.
Defence Forces Veterans Marching Through Midlands For Charity
They'll trek through Westmeath today.
Westmeath PI Pens Book On Investigating Adrian Donohoe's Murder
The Detective Garda was murdered in 2013.
Westmeath 'Friendship Club' Aims To Tackle Loneliness
It's been in operation for nearly 30 years, and is asking people to reach out.
Offaly Band Preparing for US Tour
Jigjam are preparing to set off to America yet again bringing their music to the Grand Ole Oprey and Dollywood.
Laois Tidy Towns Committee Seeking Alien Artist
The murals have been popping up for over a year.
'Distressed' Swan Rescued By Athlone Sub Aqua Club
She's since been released back into the Shannon.
Midlands 103 'Gift Of Hope' Winners Welcome Baby Noah To The World
They won the competition early last year.
Much-Needed Medication For Westmeath Girl With Epilepsy Costing €1k Weekly
She suffers from a rare form of epilepsy.
Nurse In Laois Recognised With Award From The INMO
She won a prize for her research project.
Westmeath Actress Lands Leading Role In New Series
Sky's new thriller will star the local actress.
Countdown On For Bambie Thug's Eurovision Performance
They'll be hoping to see Ireland through to the final.
Sharon Shannon Kicking Off Laois Trad Festival
Laois will welcome many Trad Musicians over the May Bank Holiday weekend.
'Go Purple' Today For Victims Of Domestic Abuse
Today marks the fourth 'Go Purple Day' event.
'If Something Is Off, Check It Out' - Offaly Nurse On Heart Fault Awareness Week
The Bump Up The Pump campaign runs until Sunday.
Laois Family Fundraiser For Cancer Research Doubles Goal
An original target of €2,000 had been set.
Photos From "Hope Grows for Declan Rogers" Fundraiser
Aishling Rafferty, Colm Bourke and Martin Goulding were among the stars who took part in a the benefit night.
Westmeath Students Set For Trip On RNLI 'Access For All' Boat
It will come as part of a tour of the station.
