420 people are in hospital with the virus at the moment.
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre has today been notified of 3,628 confirmed cases of COVID-19.
As of 8am today, 420 COVID-19 patients are hospitalised, of which 105 are in ICU.
The Department of Health says possible Omicron cases can be identified by the number of PCR results with ‘S gene target failure.’ Using this methodology, we estimate that approximately 35% of reported cases are now due to the Omicron variant.
Planning Permission Approved For New 800 Pupil Secondary School In Midlands
The Coláiste Phobal in Roscrea has been given the green light.
Annual Rose Of Tralee Tour Underway
Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh is one of this year's contestants.
Longford-Westmeath TD Urges Action On Vacant HSE-Owned Buildings
120 HSE-owned buildings have been vacant for over 12 months, including 11 in Westmeath.
Taoiseach Backs Offaly Camino Proposal
The initiative would aim to develop the Grand Canal Greenway into a tourist destination.
Laois Pride Launch Writing Competition In Memory Of Joe Drennan
The annual competition will honour the memory of Joe Drennan.
Laois Truck Driver Arrested For Driving Overweight Truck Under Influence
The driver was arrested with the vehicle seized and court proceedings are underway.
Offaly Business Closed Over Food Safety Breach
11 food businesses were issued closure notices nationwide.
Gardai Continuing Laois Meadow Fire Investigation
It took place in Mountmellick on July 30th.
