That's the highest rate in the country according to the CSO.
Half of former prisoners in the midlands re-offended within a year of being released in 2021.
New figures from the CSO show that's the highest rate in the country.
Offences with the highest rate of re-occurence include burglary at over 60%, public order at 58% or robbery at 57%.
The latest report also shows those under-21 are more likely to re-offend within three years, at a rate of more than 80%.
Ryanair Chief Warns US Could Block Aer Lingus Flights Over Airport Cap
Removal of the limit was approved this week.
Gardaí Suspect Dublin Crime Gang Member Over Midlands Double Stabbing
Gardaí are renewing their appeal for witnesses to Monday's incident.
Midlands Trails Behind On IDA Employment Numbers
The latest stats from the Government show a small increase from 2024 to 2025.
Minister For National Drugs Strategy Pledges Gardai Drug Specialists
Jennifer Murnane O'Connor says the measure will counteract drug intimidation like that which led to the Edenderry attack.
Offaly Chef Criticises Government School Lunches
Alison Hardy, owner of Ali's Kitchens in Daingean, believes the food being offered is of poor standard for children from all backgrounds.
Offaly GAA Club Hosting Drive-In Bingo This Weekend
Ballinamere GAA are hosting their first drive-in bingo.
Laois County Council Launch Bat Lovers Group
Their first meeting takes place this evening in Portlaoise Library.
Argentine Ambassador To Visit Westmeath Library
Ana Laura Cachaza will visit Mullingar Library to mark the end of the Argentina Emigration Oral History Project.
Westmeath Children's Charity Awarded For Sustainability
Helium will receive a €3,000 grant through Lidl's first ever Green Fund.
Longford-Westmeath TD Condemns Explicit AI Images
Sorca Clarke is backing her party Sinn Fein's proposed amendments to tackle AI.
Jury Delivers Not Guilty Verdict By Reason Of Insanity In Laois Murder Trial
American Henry McGowan was found to be having a psychotic episode when he strangled his Father.
Westmeath Matchmaker Shares Top Valentines Day Tips
Mullingar's Mairead Loughman is celebrating a decade in business this year.
Farmer Concerns Mount Over Slurry Storage Capacity
FRS Co-Op is a multi-sector co-op operating across multiple services.
Jury For Laois Murder Trial Told Evidence Points "One-Way"
Henry McGowan from Brooklyn, New York is pleading not guilty to murdering his 66 year old Father.
Scene Of Offaly Crash Cleared
The Tullamore road has reopened.
Family Of Midlands Man Seek Answers On Psychiatric Care System Gaps
Roscrea's Stephen Loughnane has spent almost five years in an isolation unit and is currently held in Portrane.
Westmeath Mansion Worth Over €1.7m Hits Housing Market
Delvin's South Hill House used to house a special school and is being offered in four lots.
Laois Councillor Criticises Government Response To Flooding
Graiguecullen/Portarlington Councillor Aisling Moran feels more can be done by TD's in response to recent flooding.
Laois Protesters Host Anti-Hunt Ball
Animal welfare representatives attended.
Midlands 103 Reaches 112k Weekly Listeners In Latest JNLR Report
The latest figures show that the station has increased by 6,000 listeners over the past 12 months.
