Many families are struggling to find childcare.
Over 25 organisations have joined forces calling for the introduction of a public childcare model.
Together for Public says a State-run system should be accessible to parents from when their children are babies.
Families are struggling to find childcare because of high costs, a lack of places, and a high turnover of staff.
Mother of two from Offaly, Rebecca, had a stressful time finding something suitable:
Checkpoint In Place On Westmeath Road Ahead Of Taoiseach Arrival
The Taoiseach will be attending for Fianna Fail's centenary celebrations.
Gardai Appeal For Help In Locating Missing Westmeath Teen
He's been missing since 6pm on Tuesday
Over 100 Residents To Be Relocated From State Accommodation In Westmeath
Creggan Court hotel in Athlone has hosted Ukrainians since the outbreak of war in 2022.
Midlands Toddler Shows Off Irish Dancing Talents
Two-and-a-half-year-old Molly May from Carlow stole the show preforming at the Pan Celtic Festival.
Laois Man Taking Part in EU Radicalisation Prevention Programme
Portlaoise's Austin Stack is a mentor in the programme.
US Firm To Acquire Westmeath Fire Protection Company Writech
The company based in Mullingar employs over 800 people.
€1.3m Funding Announced To Protect Midland Archaeological Heritage Sites
Westmeath will receive the highest amount in the midlands.
Ireland’s Oldest Man Celebrates 105th Birthday
Paddy Claffey hails from Ferbane in Offaly.
Laois Senator Urges Further Government Action On Homelessness
Sinn Fein's Maria McCormack says a lack of local emergency accommodation contributes to rising numbers.
Midlands Towns Honoured At TidyTowns Regional Awards
Abbeyleix secured a Gold and County Award.
Electric Picnic Announces Over 40 New Acts
The festival is in just four months' time.
Enterprise Minister Rejects “Weak Government” Claims
It comes after Fianna Fáil ministers saying it’s not the right time to challenge the party's leadership.
Midlands Senator Says Fianna Fáil 'Lost The People'
He says the Government failed to act effectively.
New Padel Court Set To Open In Laois This Weekend
The official opening takes place in Mountrath tomorrow.
This Is Not The Time For An Election - OPW Minister
Prressure is growing for an internal discussion on how the fuel protests were handled.
Jozef Puska Appeal Delayed Over Fired Barristers
Mr Puska has fired his legal team less than a week before the appeal.
CROÍLÁR Music & Arts Festival returns To Midlands
The festival gets underway today.
Westmeath Man Dubbed ‘Freddie Krueger’ Sliced Friend’s Liver While Awaiting Sentence
He was on bail for a "savage" attack on his former partner.
Funeral For Boy With Westmeath Connections Takes Place Today
Dara O'Connor who lived in the UK had link to Streamstown.
Living City Initiative Launches in Westmeath Town
Property owners in Athlone can apply for the scheme from today.
