Midlands News from Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
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Martina And Ammi Burke Arrested At Castlerea Prison
The High Court issued arrest warrants for Martina and Ammi Burke earlier this month.
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Westmeath Energy Boss Warns Against Panic Stockpiling Of Fuel
Measures are being taken across the world in order to help with the currently energy crisis.
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Midlands Animal Charity Slams ‘Disgusting’ Drop In Equine Welfare Cases
No prosecutions were handed out last year for aninal cruelty.
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Insurance Costs Continue Upward Trend Despite Reform Measures
The price of car insurance has risen by 20% in four year.
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HSE and Pharmacy Union Agreement Reached On Blister Packs
The State are intending to pay the cost for vulnerable patients from June 1st.
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Laois Community To Challenge Approval Of Two IPAS Centres
A meeting was held last night discussing the appeal.
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€1 Million Lotto Jackpot Won In Westmeath Once Again
Two people in the county have won the lotto prize over the past week.
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€20K Reward Offered For Stolen Lego Container In Laois
The container, taken between February 2 and March 7, 2025.
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Reintroduction Of State Exam Fees Criticised By Longford-Westmeath TD
Sinn Fein rep Sorca Clarke is slamming fees for the Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert exams.
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Offaly Bog Heritage Group Voice Concerns Over Windfarm
Lemanaghan Bog Heritage and Conservation Group are speaking out against an approved 15 turbine wind farm.
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Westmeath Chamber Of Commerce Hosting AI Forum
Attendees will gain 'quick wins' to AI tools.
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Garda Watchdog Probes Death Of Man In Mullingar
The case has been referred to the independent policing ombudsman.
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Gardaí Urge Witnesses To Come Forward In Laois Murder Investigation
Three were people arrested so far.