There's been a drop of 27% in the new of criminals being sent to jail.
27% fewer people have been jailed this year than before the Covid-19 pandemic.
Less than 4,500 criminals have been sent to prison this year - compared to nearly 6,200 in the same period in 2019.
Former governor of Portlaoise Prison, John Lonergan, says he's not surprised at the reduction in the overall numbers recently.
Revenue Seize Over €4m Of Contraband
The detections were made as a result of risk profiling and intelligence led operations.
Joint Water Safety Appeal Issued Ahead Of Saint Patrick's Day
RNLI, Irish Coast Guard and Water Safety Ireland are urging people to celebrate safely tomorrow.
Laois Offaly Gardai Launch Speed Reduction Campaign
The campaign to urge motorists to slow down will continue through the summer.
Laois Teenager Launches Own Barbershop
17 year old Ben O'Doherty has opened Evolution Barbers in Rathdowney.
Historic Offaly Gastropub Hits Market For Under €500k
Hennessy’s in Ferbane, is a seven-day licensed premises.
Gardaí Warn Against Driving Under The Influence
It comes following road fatalities.
Laois Ladies Football Legend Honoured By County Council
Sue Ramsbottom is a Ladies Gaelic Football Hall of Famer.
Westmeath Defence Expert Questions US Iran Strategy
The US president is currently demanding allies step in to help keep the shipping route open.
Midlands Preps For Colourful St Patrick's Day Events
There's fun filled events taking place across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
Dovida Invites Midlands Communities To National Hiring Day
The Tullamore event is part of a nationwide recruitment initiative.
HSE Apologises Over Offaly Wedding Registrations Gap
A similar issue arose in 2024.
'Illegal Mobile Pharmacy' Shut Down In Laois
The motorist was discovered to be an unaccompanied learner.
Midlands Star Wins Glitterball After Stunning Performances
Katelyn Cummins is this year's Dancing with the Stars champion.
Gardaí Appealing For Witnesses To Fatal Westmeath Crash
A man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.
Midlands Beautician Turned Tarmac Layer Sing Trades Praises
The 'Building Heroes' initiative is showcasing young tradespeople and their daily lives.
Laois Company Wishes Rose Of Tralee Luck For DWTS Final
Portlaoise's Alpha Drives Limited is backing Katelyn Cummins to lift the glitterball on Sunday.
Regional March For Gaza Taking Place In Offaly Tomorrow
Tullamore for Gaza and the Laois branch of the Ireland Palestine Solidarity Campaign are hosting the event.
Digital Career Skills Platform Launches For Midlands
ReSHAPE is an AI powered tool to help workers upskill and employers plan workforce development.
Canadian Ambassador To Ireland Visits Offaly
Ambassador Dennis King toured the county ,visiting Clonmacnoise and trying his hand at hurling.
Laois Council Moves To Acquire Derelict Building On Main Street
A decision on the move is due August 3rd.
