The money is being released as the government enters phase two of lockdown easing.
Historical and Heritage sites in the midlands will receive a funding boost of €576,000.
Two sets of grants are being awarded through the Historic Structures Fund and Built Heritage Investment Scheme
41 locations across the region will be in receipt of the funding.
€129,000 has been allocated to projects in Offaly, 115,000 in Laois and €114,000 to sites in Westmeath.
Government To Support Workers Affected By Fastway Receivership - Peter Burke
Nuvion Group's receivership will affect 300 jobs.
Major Oil Spill In Offaly
The spill runs from Ferbane Town all the way to Lusmagh.
Growing Industry Driving Rise In Property Prices - Laois Auctioneer
The median price of a house in Portlaoise has significantly risen.
Half A Million Granted For Midlands Outdoor Recreation Projects
Nature and tourism amenities in Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath are in line for new funding.
New Objection To Midlands Hospice Site In Offaly
The objection comes from the Offaly Hospice Foundation.
Developers To Address Oireachtas On Housing Challenges
Three major developers will address the committee this afternoon.
Westmeath Residents Move Against Major Housing Development
The 125 home plans are being appealed by residents in Kinnegad.
Median House Prices Rise In Midlands
The highest increase of 23% came in Laois according to Geowox's Q3 report.
Literary Festival Kicks Off In Laois Tomorrow
Leaves Festival of Writing and Music will run until this Saturday.
New Entrance To Laois Shopping Centre Gets Green Light
Planning permission was granted at the end of last month.
Midlands Winners For Family Carer Of The Year Announced
Three winners from each county have been crowned.
INTO Survey Reveals Job Vacancies In Over Half Of Special Schools
56% of special schools have job vacancies in new findings by the INTO.
Offaly Mother Raises Almost €2k for Down Syndrome Ireland
Clara's Amy Rickard undertook the Purple Run last month for her nine month son Caelan.
Laois TD Urges Stronger Support For Tillage Sector
Brian Stanley is echoing concerns by the IFA that financial supports should be higher.
Midlands Agricultural Land Prices Surge 10% In A Year
That figure has increased by 30% since 2020.
People Weren't Happy With The Choice - Spoil The Vote Campaign
213,000 votes were spoiled from the presidential election.
Cannonball Ireland Raises Over €2.2m For Children’s Charities
The Cannonball is in it's 15th year.
Plans Submitted To Revive Fire Damaged Café In Laois
The Coffee Pot has been closed for over three years due a fire.
Gardai Seek Help In Locating Hijacked Car In Midlands
A blue Kia Sorento Estate is alleged to have been taken in Roscrea yesterday.
Ryanair CEO Pleased With Jump In Profits
Profits surged during a six month period this year.
