They were stopped by Garda yesterday afternoon.
A disqualified driver has been arrested in Laois.
The motorist was stopped by Gardaí in Abbeyleix yesterday, and was taken to Portlaoise Garda Station.
Their vehicle has been seized and they are due to appear before the courts at a later date, facing multiple charges.
Revenue Seizes Over €174k Of Contraband
The seizures include 70 counterfeit items.
Plans For Outdoor Swimming Pool In Westmeath Progress With EU Just Transition Support
Westmeath County Council is hosting a public info evening in Athlone today.
TUS Set To Receive €3m In Funding Boost
Higher education institutions are set to receive over €40 million in capital investment for 2026/2027.
Westmeath Volunteer Calls For Community Support After First Food Bank Launch Delayed
A public meeting planned for this Thursday to discuss the food bank in Athlone has been cancelled.
Laois Gardai Crack Down On Loud Car Engines With New Decibel Checks
On Saturday, the Laois Road Policing Unit carried out decibel checks with their latest equipment.
New Manager Appointed At Midland Regional Hospital
Eileen Burke is taking over the role at the Portlaoise Hospital.
Early Kick Offs Could See Irish Pubs Open For World Cup Games - John Clendennen
Ireland need to win two games to qualify for the World Cup.
Millions In Capital Funding For Midlands Active Travel And Greenways In 2026
Nationally, €360 million in capital funding is being announced.
Midlands Woman Shares Heartbreak Over Situation In Iran
Halo Ahmadi O’Sullivan, originally from Iran, has lived in Ireland for the past 11 years.
Iranian Woman Living In Midlands Urges US President's Intervention In Anti-Government Protests
Donald Trump said he'd come to the aid of protesters.
Greenland Pushes Back As Trump Threatens Tariffs
The leader of Greenland believes the country has a right to make its own decisions.
Enterprise Ireland Back Regional Employment
Enterprise Ireland reps were at the opening of Bevcraft's latest facility on Friday.
Framework Due To Lift Dublin Airport Passenger Cap
It comes amid a travel surge.
Planning Permission Granted For Long Awaited Flood Relief Scheme In Laois
The Clonaslee Flood Relief Scheme application, submitted in June 2025, has been approved.
Enoch Burke Is Back In Prison
Mr Burke was released from Mountjoy Prison last week to prepare a legal challenge.
Westmeath Tech Expert Calls For Boycott Of X Over AI Abuse Concerns
The platform is facing investigation over a Grok feature that allows sexual image generation.
Motorist Arrested In Laois For Speeding In Untaxed Uninsured Van
The driver was driving 27km over the speed limit.
Laois TD Urges Faster Construction Of Cost Rental Homes
Independent rep Brian Stanley says Laois renters will be hit hard by the incoming 2% cap on annual rent increases.
Midlands Business Open New Facilities
Bevcraft has opened a second premises in Mullingar ahead of its 10th anniversary.
More ATMs Sought By Westmeath Councillors
Labour Councillor for Kinnegad Denis Leonard is raising the issue.
