Midlands News from Thursday, November 5th, 2026
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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.
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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.
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Man Dies In Workplace Accident
It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
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Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor
Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
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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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Laois Literary And Music Festival Kicking Off Today
The Leaves Festival of Writing and Music runs across Laois until Saturday.
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Westmeath Councillor Questions Location For Possible Fleadh Cheoil Plaque
Councillor Denis Leonard feels Market Square is a more suitable location for the plaque.
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Niall Horan Fans Urged To Plan Ahead Of Dublin Gigs
The Mullingar musicians Dublin gigs face major traffic disruption.
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EU Tourism Ministers Gather In Westmeath For Sustainable Tourism Forum
The gathering was held at the Bloomfield House Hotel.
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ICTU Announces Midlands Strike Rally
A number of rallies are planned across the country.
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Midlands 103 Celebrates Increase In Audience Share
The station's market share has climbed from 28% to 32% in the latest JNLR figures.
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RTE Need To Deliver Obligations -Micheal Carrigy
RTE sat before the Oireachtas Media Committee yesterday.
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Gardaí Searching For Missing Laois Teen
Luke Larkin was last seen on Sunday.
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CAO Portal Opens Today
Mullingar Guidance Counsellor Betty McLoughlin says students should take their time on their choices.
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Laois TD Calls For Action On Trolley Figures
Deputy Brian Stanley says staff at hospitals in the Midlands are under huge pressure.
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Garth Brooks Announces Nationwide Tour
The country music star will play stadium venues across Ireland.
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Councillor Questions Council Decision On Fleadh Anniversary
Mullingar rep Denis Leonard wants a plaque erected in the town.
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Armed Gardaí Respond To Midlands Shooting Incident
Reports indicate a number of shots were fired a home in Mullingar.
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Midlands Towns Highlighted In EPA Report Over Wastewater Pollution Concerns
36 areas nationwide have been identified.