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Monday, 1 March 2021 at 07:11

Class will resume for some primary school student and leaving certs.

Over 300,000 children are returning to school today for the first time this year.

Classes will resume for the first four years of primary school and leaving cert students.

The government plans to allow the other years to return on a phased basis over the next six weeks, if Covid-19 is kept under control.

Junior Education Minister, Josepha Madigan, is urging parents not to congregate at school gates this morning:

Teachers Union of Ireland General Secretary, Tullamore's Michael Gillespie says it's vital all steps to protect health at schools are taken:

Details Announced For Next Public Sector Pay Strike

Rallies will take place nationally from midday, including one in Tullamore.
Offaly TD Slams Lack Of Answers From HSE On Midlands Hospice

Deputy Tony McCormack says the project costs for the facility in Tullamore has risen.
Gardaí At The Scene Of A Serious Crash In The Midlands

The single vehicle incident occurred around 1.30am.
Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.

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