Nationally, 102 new Gardaí were attested today.
10 new Gardaí are coming to the midlands.
The announcement comes as 102 new members of An Garda Síochána were attested today.
7 Gardaí will be assigned to the Laois/Offaly/Kildare region, while 3 are being sent to the Meath/Westmeath area.
This increases the number of sworn Gardaí to 14,396 around the country.
Westmeath Assault Survivor Speaks Out Following Former Partner’s Jailing
Kirsty Fitzpatrick was attacked with a golf club in February 2024.
Offaly Farmer Urges Reopened Investigation Into Forged Signature
Birr's Martin O'Toole claims his signature was forged on the deed of trust for a commercial building he did not pay for.
OPW Minister Rejects Claims Of Stalled Flood Relief Efforts
The Longford–Westmeath TD says he’s working daily to progress flood relief projects.
Gardaí Begin Search In Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob Murder Probes
An area of land will be searched and subject to excavation.
Westmeath’s New Space Hub Opens Doors for SMEs To European Market
It's aim is to develop technologies in advanced manufacturing.
Housing Minister Condemns Midlands Councils Over Housing Rezoning Delays
He says he'll be holding councils to account.
Government Criticised For “Self-Congratulating”
There's been a modest drop in trolley numbers.
Midlands Hospital Launches Wellness Walkways
It's hoped the spaces will give patients a safe setting to continue their rehab journey.
Enterprise Minister Says Midlands Still Offering Strong Company Growth
The annual IDA report places the region last in terms of client employment numbers.
Agreement Reached On Westmeath Hospice Care Beds
The Foundation supports a range of care services.
Westmeath Town Awarded For Night Time Economy
Mullingar is receiving the award.
Report Expresses "Deep Reservations" Over Death Of Cloverhill Prisoner
Offaly man Ivan Rosney died in Cloverhill Prison on September 28th 2020.
Appeal Lodged Against 20 Homes In Westmeath
A third party appeal is being lodged against the homes on the Athboy Road, Castledowndevlin.
Laois Floods Cause Serious Safety Concern
A Councillor is calling for a relief scheme.
HSE In Talks With Offaly Concrete Company Over Midlands Hospice Appeal
John Condron of Condron's Concrete in Tullamore is concerned noise from the plant's site will travel to the Arden Lane site.
The F1 Journey Can Cost North Of €30m - Alex Dunne
The Offaly superstar resumes his campaign to reach the sport's top table in the coming weeks.
Offaly TD Demands Stronger Enforcement Against Sulky Racing
Independent rep Carol Nolan thinks more targeted checkpoints are needed.
Westmeath Space Innovation Centre Is Exciting - Enterprise Minister
The centre is being backed by government investments.
Laois And Westmeath Primary Students Awarded For Filmmaking Skills
St. Ciaran's National School in Baylin and Graiguecullen's St Fiacc's National School have scooped up FIS Film Awards.
Housing Minister Opens Over 200 Homes In Laois
TD James Browne has opened homes in Portlaoise, Mountmellick and Stradbally.
