Midlands News from Monday, March 2nd, 2026
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Midlands Hospital Experiencing High Admission Numbers
They're warning of very long waiting times for those who present to the ED with non - urgent conditions.
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Retired Taxi Driver Calls For Safer Roundabouts In Laois
Portlaoise's Derek Ryan wants to see action taken by Laois County Council to avoid incidents.
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Laois County Council Continue Work On Rat Infestation
The Council are hoping to sort out the issue in Portlaoise's Esker Hills.
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Laois Psychotherapist Criticises ESRI Report On School Absences
Katie Richardson believes it unfairly puts the blame on families for high school absences.
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Westmeath Couple Highlights Importance Of Foster Caring
Alfie Devine is sharing his own experience as Focus Ireland's Foster Care Week kicks off.
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LAWPRO To Host Public Meeting In Laois On Water Quality Upgrades
The meeting will be held at the Maldron Hotel this evening.
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Revenue Officers Seize Over €8.2m Of Contraband
The bulk of the contraband consists of nine million cigarettes estimated at around €8.1 million.
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Minister Urges Insurers To Adopt New Motor Policy Transparency Code
Customers can view a summary of their quote or renewal and an explanation of any premium changes.
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Westmeath Man Jailed For Sexual Abuse Of Sister
79-year-old Seán Monaghan pleaded guilty.
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Laois Woman's Documentary With Colin Farrell Premieres
The film had its world premiere at the Dublin International Film Festival.
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Farmers Stage Tractor Protest At Bord Bia HQ
Calls are being for made for the Chair of Bord Bia Larry Murrin to step down.
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Flights Limited From Abu Dhabi As Ireland Monitors Middle East Tensions
There are concerns following attacks across the Middle East over the weekend.
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Two New Special Classes Approved For Next Academic Year In Offaly
The figure is now up to 12 in the region.
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Local Enterprise Week Kicks Off Across Midlands
Events are being organised by LEOs in Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
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Midlands Library Hosting ‘The Forgotten Peterhead Men’ Lecture
It's happening in Edgeworthstown Community Library.
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Offaly Singer-Songwriter Surges Into Dancing With The Stars Semi-Finals
Tolü Makay scored a perfect 40 last night.
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Midlands Pharma Facility To Receive €432m In Funding
Novo Nordisk employs over 260 people in Athlone.
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Laois Roads Policing Unit Arrested Intoxicated Driver
A roadside drug test returned positive for illegal substances.
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Arrests And Drug Seizures In Offaly Operation
Illegal e-scooters were also seized.