An Independent Councillor says "it's better late than never".
Construction on a long-awaited primary care centre in the midlands is due to get underway today.
The facility in Birr has been subject to a decade-long campaign to get the site up-and-running.
It will include a surgery space, treatment areas and consultation rooms, and is expected to be operational in 2026.
Independent Councillor John Carroll says it’s great news for the town:
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Orla Keogh is starting the fundraiser for her nephew Thomas.
Midlands Café Gives Teens Hospitality Experience
Rita's Kitchen was opened three years ago in Moneygall.
Calls For E-Scooter Ban Grow After Rise In Child Injuries
18 children were admitted to Temple Street with brain injuries after e-scooter crashes.
National Lottery Changes To Boost Lotto Winning Odds
National Lottery changes aim to create more Lotto and Lotto Plus millionaires later this year.
Justice Minister Urges Caution On Aughinish Alumina Decision
Peter Burke is currently conducting a review of the plant.
Offaly Domestic Violence Service Welcomes Landmark New Laws
The Dáil has approved a series of domestic violence laws, including Jennie’s Law and Valerie’s Law.
Offaly TD Demands Fairer Health Insurance Rules For Older Customers
Carol Nolan is calling for changes to legislation.
US President's 2011 Visit Still Paying Dividends For Offaly Community
Barack Obama visited Moneygall with his wife Michelle in 2011.
New Coffee Shop Opens In Portlaoise
Side Street Coffee aims to serve specialty coffee
Community Café Brings New Life To Midlands Village
Rita's Kitchen in Moneygall is run by volunteers.
Man Charged Following €122k Drug Seizure In Laois
The man charged will appear before Portlaoise District Court this afternoon.
"Goodness Personified" - Westmeath Teenager Remembered At Funeral
Martin Greene has been remembered this morning by the Athlone community.
Jozef Puska Loses Appeal Against His Sentence For The Murder Of Ashling Murphy
He's serving a life sentence, after he was found guilty of the crime in 2023.
DPD’s €10m Expansion To Create 200 New Jobs
The expansion is expected to benefit workers in Athlone.
Roadworks Cause Delays On TFI Local Link Midlands Route
Roadworks are taking place between Legan and Ballynacarrigy.
Man Arrested After €122k Drug Seizure In Laois
A man in his 40s is being detained at an Offaly Garda station.
Offaly Accountancy Student Amongst World’s Best
James was among 28 fellow Accountancy School students to finish first in Ireland.
Midlands Furniture Store To Close As Lease Comes To An End
Caffrey's Furniture has announced the closure of its Athlone store.
Live Updates: Met Éireann Extends Heat Warning Into Friday Evening
Laois and Offaly are included in the warning extension.
Councillor Warns Westmeath Fire Crews Under Pressure After Series Of Fires
Fires have broke out across the county over the past week.
