Midlands News from Monday, August 25th, 2025

It's 3 weeks to go until the big event from the 16th to the 18th of September in Screggan, Tullamore. ​

The latest statistics come from the Daft.ie report.

Former Defence Forces member, Portarlington's Cathal Berry says Ukraine has changed the debate defence.

Portlaoise Garda Station get four new recruits from the latest graduating class from Templemore.

It comes as only 5% of children in Laois/Offaly were assessed within the legal six month time frame.

The immunisation has led to a 57% reduction in cases seen at emergency departments.

The fund was unveiled by Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath TD Peter Burke.

TUS Athlone Students Union is urging students to reach out if they get scammed.

The community of Edenderry is mourning the loss of well known businesswoman Bernadette Brady.

The incident took place at a home in Athlone.

Betty O'Shea was reported missing earlier this week.

No injuries have been reported.

The ETS, approved in June, has made promises to parents.

€709m in new loans have been advanced.

Businesses and entertainers went public over the lack of payment.

The plans include an export credit insurance scheme for exporters.

Gardaí say this driving is not acceptable.

Renters in Offaly have been hit with the biggest increase in the region.

Patients faced extensive delays in Mullingar last week.