The event is taking place this evening to mark the winter solstice.
Youth mental health charities in the midlands are set to benefit from a walk to the top of Fossey Mountain this evening.
The hike, hosted by The Tower Inn in Timahoe, takes place at 7.30pm.
Those who make it to the top, will be rewarded with refreshments while donation buckets will be there in aid of mental health for young people.
Laois Gardaí Seize Construction Equipment
Thousand of euro worth of equipment was discovered earlier this week.
Plans Lodged For New Advanced Manufacturing Facility In Westmeath
A 2,500 square metre facility at Mullingar Business and Technology Park is being proposed.
Midlands LGBT+ Project Receives €100k In New Funding Boost
€1.8 million is being allocated for 52 projects nationally.
Uisce Eireann Enforce Overnight Water Restrictions In Laois Village
They come into effect from 11 pm until 7 am tomorrow in Rosenallis.
Robert Mizzell And Mike Denver To Headline Forest Fest Country Music Stage
The Kickin' Up Dust Arena is a brand new stage for the Laois music festival.
Climatologist Optimistic About New Offaly Energy Storage Project
Climatologist John Sweeney thinks the battery powered model could be good for Ireland's energy in theory.
Dame Judi Dench Accepts Honorary Patronage Of The Leinster Regiment Association
The role recognises and pays tribute to her father’s distinguished service during the First World War.
Midlands Households Discard €31m Worth Of Food This Year
The country is projected to waste over €1.2 billion worth of food by the end of the year.
Laois “STEM Stars” Initiative Brings Inclusive Science Learning To Autism Classes
Seanie Morris led the activities.
High Temperatures Continue In Ireland Amid European Heatwave
It could hit up to 30 degrees tomorrow.
CAO Deadline Approaching For Midlands Leaving Cert Students
The CAO portal closes next Wednesday, July 1st.
Midlands Farmers Encouraged To Support Rural Communities In Africa
Farmers are being asked to donate one animal to support African communities.
Midlands MEP Invites Women To Share Views On Gender Equality
Thriving Mná will take place in Galway on July 3rd.
Midlands Parents Strongly Back Co-Educational Classrooms
The majority of households in the region prefer their children to be taught alongside both boys and girls.
Danish Retailer NORMAL Opens In Westmeath
It's the fourth national store in the country.
Laois Gardai Arrest Driver Speeding 186 km/h Under Influence Of Cocaine
The driver is now charged to appear before the courts. .
Water Restored To Westmeath Homes After Burst Main Disruption
Uisce Éireann says normal supply may take longer to return in some areas.
Laois Gardai Arrest Driver For Expired Learners Permit
The driver had also been under the influence.
225km Charity Walk Passing Through Midlands Today
Pamex Ltd workers will pass through Westmeath.
Midlands Arrests Made As Part Of Organised Crime Group Investigation
Three women and a man are due in court today.
