Fire crews are tackling remaining hot spots at Drumman Bog.
Westmeath Fire and Rescue Services are back at the scene of a major bog fire in Milltownpass.
Emergency services are continuing to tackle remaining hot spots and burning embers at Drumman bog.
The blaze is under control, but large areas are still smouldering and being monitored for flare-ups.
Motorists are being asked to cooperate with fire safety measures and ensure emergency access routes remain clear.
Record 100k Child Welfare Referrals To Tusla In 2025
10,300 were made in the Midlands alone.
Carlow College Expresses Concern Over Lecturer Redundancy Plans
Staff representative Dr Regina Donlon wants a working group for lecturers to be set up.
Dáil Debates Motion To Cut Back To School Costs
Almost €3 million is being allocated through the Back to School and Footwear Allowance across the midlands.
Tullamore Show Launches Sustainable Livestock Village Photo Competition
€1,200 prize fund is on offer.
Live Updates: Status Yellow Heat Warning Issued For Midlands
Temperatures are set to reach 30 degrees celsius today.
US Navy Continues Blockade Of Strait Of Hormuz
Former Army Ranger Portarlington's Cathal Berry says Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the US will be one to watch closely.
Uisce Eireann Repairing Burst Watermain In Offaly
Repairs are being carried out in Birr and the surrounding areas today.
IFA Warn Farmers To Look After Animals During Heatwave
The IFA is warning high tempuratures could have an impact on crops and animal welfare.
Midlands Leads House Price Growth Outside Dublin
Laois has the highest median house price in the midlands.
Government Considering E-Scooter Ban
Under current law, riders must be at least 16 years of age.
Legal Warnings Issued To Suspected Illegal IPTV Box Resellers
Notices have been sent to 10 suspected illegal resellers.
A Man's Reflection: Ireland Has Developed A Familiar Ritual When A Woman Is Killed
Retired Sgt. Graham Kavanagh says remembrance without learning is not prevention.
Planning Approved For Westmeath Housing And Childcare Facility
The development is located at Saunders Bridge in Mullingar.
Forest Fire Warning Issued For Laois As High Fire Risk Declared
The warning will be effective from 2:00pm today.
Calls Grow For Transparency Ahead Of Carlow College Oireachtas Hearing
Staff and students will address the media ahead of an Oireachtas Committee hearing.
47 Drivers Caught Using Phones During Laois Road Safety Operation
63 Fixed Charge Notices were given in total.
Westmeath Gardai At Scene Of Car On Fire On Motorway
It's on Junction 12 westbound in the direction of the Coralstown exit on the N4.
Gardai And Emergency Services At Scene Of Laois Crash
The collision is on the M7 westbound at Junction 15.
Firefighters Continue Response To Bogfire In Westmeath
Firefighters in Westmeath attended 19 bog fires over the weekend.
DPD Ireland Partner With Mental Health Awareness Charity
Their partnership with Legend on the Bench will see two awareness benches installed in Athlone.
