The warning comes as children return to classrooms.
Midlands gardaí are appealing for motorists to slow down around schools.
A number of fines were handed out for speeding near a primary school in Birr, including one driver travelling at 84 kmph in the 50 km zone.
Inspector in Tullamore, Ollie Baker says there's great excitement around the reopening of schools and they want to avoid any tragedies:
Taoiseach: Westmeath Town 'Capable' Of Being First Green City
There's plans to make Athlone Ireland’s leading green city by 2040.
Plans Set For Major Westmeath Housing Project
A decision is due from Westmeath County Council late June.
Concerns Raised Over Fire Safety In Asylum Accommodation
IPAS centres were included among the 150 premises that have received fire safety notices since 2020.
Midlands TD Urges Review Of Ireland’s Ticket Resale Legislation
Selling tickets above face value will result in penalties and possible jail time.
Illegal Dumping Of Dead Calves In Westmeath Under Investigation
Six dead calves were discovered dumped in a waterway.
Midlands MEP Warns Of Loss To Farming Sector
He wants farming to be financially viable.
2,400 Motorists Caught Speeding Over Bank Holiday Weekend
There's now been 57 road deaths in Ireland so far this year.
Gardaí Release Men Held Over Offaly Fire Bombing
Three men and a teenage boy have all been released without charge.
Man Dies In Laois Collision
A cyclist has died after colliding with a railing in Mountmellick.
€114m Westmeath Wastewater Upgrade Complete
The project is expected to support future growth and improve the River Shannon's water quality.
Mary O’Rourke Praised As “Hard Working” At Bridge Naming Ceremony
Mary O'Rourke held ministerial roles throughout the 80s, 90s and 2000s.
No Mini Budget Planned Despite Pressure Over Fuel And Energy Prices
Calls have been made by opposition parties for immediate supports.
Africa Day Celebrations Kick Off Across The Midlands
Westmeath will begin their hosting events first.
Tánaiste Hails ‘Proof’ Of Help to Buy Scheme Success Across The Midlands
Laois leads the way across the midlands region.
Westmeath Woman Recounts Israeli Interception
Louise McCormack is part of the Global Sumud Flotilla sailing to Gaza.
Man Charged In Connection With Fatal Offaly House Fire
A man in his 20s is to appear before Tullamore District Court this evening.
Mercosur Trade Deal Kicks Into Action Ahead Of European Court Ruling
There has been widespread opposition to the deal from Irish farmers.
Westmeath Woman "Deeply Ashamed" Of Spitting Incident
60 year old Ann Creagh of Harbour Street in Ballynacargy was in Mullingar District Court this week.
Taoiseach Pays Tribute To Mary O'Rourke At Bridge Dedication
Micheál Martin will be in Athlone for the official opening of Athlone's new cycleway crossing.
Midlands Walking Club Celebrates 30th Anniversary This Weekend
Slieve Bloom Walking Club has a range of expeditions planned for the bank holiday weekend.
