Midlands News

One in ten children are missing out.

The highest risk is expected Saturday evening and night.

The Laois chair of the IFA says they will continue their campaign until they get results.

The girls raised the cash by selling Reindeer food.

The company is now exporting more products to France.

The man was arrested as part of an investigation into immigration irregularities.

They have appeared before Mullingar District Court.

A 7-year-old boy asked Santa to bring Batman toys to the hotel he's living in.

The Conservatives have secured a landslide win.

An online petition has been set up.

The drug is usually used to treat a heroin addiction.

There are changes to the policy for the construction of turbines.

It was lost in Offaly.

They're warning of bogus callers looking to gain entry to properties.

They all come in the form of non-construction costs.

It'll be located on the Church Road in Tullamore.

Decorations, lights, candles and overloaded electrics are being blamed.

One councillor says they were given the impression the process was underway.

Lastest CSO figures to October show an increase of 3.6%

The video by JJ Hough's bar is entitled 'Emission Impossible'. 

An Offaly councillor says major reforms are needed.

An inquest has been hearing details of his death at Limerick Coroner's Court

They were arrested after the incident on Tuesday night.

He believes government policy is adding to the problem.

It's after new figures show Westmeath had the highest rate of re-offending in 2015.

The Laois Td believes its important to have perjury enshrined in law.

Lexie Delaney was named Image Fundraiser Of The Year.

John Fagan says being the victim of a number of thefts plays on your mind.

Grainne Kealy suffered serious injuries following a crash in 2006.

He says the FAI's decision not to appear before an Oireachtas Sports Committee is regrettable. 

It was part of an intelligence-led operation.

They've penned a song to raise awareness of children who are homeless at Christmas.

It's been reported the Health Minister will make the announcement today.

It happened yesterday evening in Mullingar.

New figures from the CSO show almost one in two committed another crime. 

CEO of Bloom HQ Edward Dunne believes it's one of many key aspects to the venture.

It comes a day after tickets for the event sold out in less than three hours

Lexie Delaney was also nominated for a Volunteer Ireland award.

Pat Gaffney suffered a stroke back in 2010 while watching TV.

The Irish Farmers' Association is blockading the Musgraves Central Distribution Centre in Kildare.

It found just 20 of Ireland's rivers have pristine conditions - down from more than 500 in the 1980s.

1,500 customers are affected by the advisory in the Castlepollard area.

The Midland Regional Hospital is currently caring for an increasing number of patients with influenza.

Justice Minister and Laois TD Charlie Flanagan hopes the bill can get cross party support.

Current and retired female members are gathering in Mullingar for the commemoration. 

The event doesn't take place for another 10 months.

It focuses on improving each site's appeal to tourists.

He says its imperative that shops remain competitive in order to facilitate this.

Fr.Ray Kelly will take part in the RTE series in 2020.

They're wishing Electric Picnic every success in the future. 

The Laois IFA chairman says last week's price rise announcement from ABP is meaningless.

The player was just one number off the jackpot.

Laois is only ranked a couple of spots better in the table by Transparency International Ireland.

That's the view of Westmeath Environmental Consultant Jack O'Sullivan.

He says, from the government's approach, rural Ireland is clearly always an afterthought. 

Gardaí arrested the motorist, who was already disqualified from driving and had a suspended sentence.

ESB Networks says it's working to fix the faults.

A Longford / Westmeath TD says despite writing to Charlie Flanagan, there's still no movement on it.

Irish Water says it's working with the County Council to resolve the issue as soon as possible.

He says he doesn't oppose the legislation in principle, but some safeguards must be added. 

Gardaí believe he may be in Limerick.

A loca councillor says it is vital that services are protected.

The 'Hope' sign in Birr was damaged.

Motorists are advised to take extreme care on the stretch. 

They collect the keys to their new, state-of-the-art facility.

The Midlands Regional Hospital is asking people to keep services for those who need them most.

The information was gathered following a survey of the 158 Dáil representatives.

The group wants to funds for three local causes.

The ceremony celebrates and recognises the thousands of people across the country who selflessly give their time and talent to benefit others.

The CSO has released the latest Live Register figures.

Suspicious movement was reported in Portlaoise earlier.

He says a cloud of doubt is hanging over the hospital and having a knock-on effect.

The homeless charity has published its annual report today.

The Disclosures Tribunal is investigating if the Athlone garda Nicholas Keogh was harassed and undermined after he made a protected disclosure.

He wants processors to stop driving down the price of beef.

Its Westmeath-based CEO feels the measure have an unfair effect on some people.

The Knowles' say they've noticed tangiable improvement in Mary-Claire's speech as a result.

A Sinn Fein led amendment was passed in the Dail last night.

It's taking place later today at 12 noon.

A new report is calling on European leaders to ramp up their efforts to tackle climate change and stop irreversible environmental damage.

The find was made by gardaí investigating organised crime.

The independent deputy supported Minister Eoghan Murphy in the no-confidence vote last night.

The new system will affect six roads in the town.

Today is National Missing Persons Day.

There will be no limit on the percentage of prizes.

The collision occurred near Mullingar.

That's the view of a Laois Parish Priest on changes announced by Archbishop Diarmuid Martin.

It's rumoured Fr.Ray Kelly will be taking part in Dancing With The Stars.

He'll now appear in court in December.

The figure has increased once again for adults however.

It's an annual event for those still searching for missing loved ones.

New CSO figures look at the most common crimes and the rate at which they're detected by Gardaí.

The government seems confident it will have the backing of Denis Naughten or Noel Grealish to survive the no-confidence vote.

Revenue has released information on tax defaulters for the third quarter of this year.

The Moate-based group says it's a vital social activity in rural areas.

The band was found in Offaly

Protestors are gathering outside Leinster House to highlight their opposition to the bill.

It'll be attended by various stakeholders representing farmers and meat factories.

It's a finding from the Irish Times feeder report.

It's expected supply will be restored around 3pm.

John O'Brien has questions about how the new structure will improve the situation.

The Irish Heritage School is taking up the lease.

The number has declined every year since 2016.

The Irish Blood Transfusion Service needs to keep supply up over the Christmas period.

It's part of a commitment to urban renewal projects.

The incident happened over the weekend.

But the local forecaster says he can't make any guarantees to those hoping for snow.

In total, 116,888 new cars have been registered so far in 2019, down 7% on 2018. 

The Ben and Jake Connolly Trust say they're thrilled to finally move in.

The awards were handed out at a ceremony in Dublin last night.

The Dundalk woman is being questioned by gardaí after she arrived back in Ireland.

The figures were released in response to a parliamentary question.

In total - more than €1.6 was spent.

Gardai made the arrests after stopping a car in Tullamore.

It's being run by the Offaly County Arts Office.

People contacting Revenue's helpline are being warned to watch out for a fake number in Google searches. 

Investigations are ongoing.

A man was arrested at the scene.

Temperatures are due to drop on Sunday.

There are calls to investigate a Fine Gael TD over claimed expenses.

Kieran Mulvey took up the role earlier this month.

One of the most eagerly-anticipated TV shows of the year will hit our screens tonight!

13 of the new Gardaí are from the midlands.

She took her first swimming lesson at the age of 50.

The details have been released under the Freedom of Information Act. 

She was awarded at a ceremony by the Irish Nurses' and Midwives' Organisation.

Tulsa is requesting all childcare outlets submit mandatory documentation by December 12th.

UK Labour Councillor & Mountmellick's Olivia Rowley says the campaign is becoming more about personalities than polices.

It's part of a collaboration between Age & Opportunity and Sport Ireland

Deputy Robert Troy has been criticising Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan for non action on the issue.

Those in Offaly spend most on average.

Barry Cowen's fellow Fianna Fail TDs are still waiting to hear the outcome of the investigation.

Writing classes, children's theatre and live performances are among the events taking place.

The men had been protesting outside a midlands pet food company.

A local councillor thinks a return to community policing would see a change.

New figures from the CSO are tough reading for those in the midlands.

It's offers space to rent on a daily or monthly basis. 

Westmeath's Kate O'Connell compared it to a South American facility.  

He's got an undiagnosed condition that's seriously affecting his development.

New figures show a substantial spend to buy and install a new printer for TDs and senators.

Gardaí will work to establish if a crime was committed in the FAI debacle.

Emergency services are on their way to the scene.

Adil Muhammad provided fraudulent passports for six Adghani's entering the country.

Deputy Brian Stanley broached the issue with Minister of State for Disabilities in the Dail.

Laois TD Sean Fleming is head of the committee.

The incident occurred back in June 2015.

The ticket was bought in Birr.

They're helping to raise funds at 'The Show' in Tullamore.

Jenna-eve Smyth died in the crash in June 2016.

It follows this morning's announcement that DPD Ireland is expanding in Westmeath.

He's raising the issue of people having to remain in direct provision centres, despite securing asylum.

He suffered multiple injuries in the incident on his farm in 2018.

Half of those will be based in Athlone.

Farmers in 100 tractors caused disruption to commuters in a bid to highlight their struggles.

The housing crisis is being blamed fora lack of availability.

Green Party Councillor Hazel Smyth raised the issue at the regional health forum.

He says it's time for the government to crack down on internet service providers.

New research shows patients are spending an average of €756 extra every month.

HSE figures record 354 people across the country without a bed.

The 800,000 euro printer didn't fit into the building it was meant for. 

He stars as an Army medic operating at a base in Afghanistan.

She is among a number of people being recognised at the Irish Water Safety Awards.

Gardaí made the find following a house fire.

A Mullingar businessman says the measures are another blow to small and medium businesses.

Gardai are asking drivers to be cautious on approach.

Four men have been arrested in relation to the incident.

That's a €7.2m increase on this years allocation.

Fine Gael MEP Sean Kelly wants them to qualify for special EU treatment.

500 tractors will go before the Dail this afternoon to highlight issues in rural Ireland.

He was last seen at outside his school gate.

The Irish Traveller Movement is highlighting what it calls strong resistance to Traveller accomodation from some local councillors. 

The National Inpatient Experience Survey finds most patients experience good care.

Her son died in a road crash in 2006.

Repairs to a burst water main may cause supply disruptions in some areas

He's concerned about commentary surrounding refugees and the subject of immigration on social media. 

The bill for the printer was much higher than expected.

Just 37% are taking 30 minutes from dropping a patient off to being back on a call.

The incident happened in Westmeath on Friday afternoon.

The idea is to help ease pressure on a shortage of cemetery space and a growing population.

New research also found some of the most rigid attitudes towards gender roles are held in urban areas.

The National Lottery is encouraging everyone to check their tickets from the weekend.

He says it means Technologically Universities all across the country including in the Midlands.

It comes after an initial report into votegate recommended no further sanctions against the TDs.

He was speaking at the National Ploughing Championships

The secrets of a serial killer from Laois are to be uncovered in a new book.