Sheppard's of Durrow are having a very successful week!
The highest selling price for an artwork in Ireland has just been broken by a Laois auction house.
Sheppard's of Durrow have sold a Chinese vase dating back to the 18th century to an Asian buyer for €1.2 million - beating the Irish record they had previously set.
After a successful auction of property belonging to Michael Flatley last night, Phillip Sheppard says they're over the moon:
Laois Sustainable Future Conference Taking Place Today
It gets underway from 9:30am this morning.
FTD Brothers Take Off From Offaly
The brothers ran through the midlands on their journey.
Two Arrested For Abusive Behaviour On Westmeath Bus
A female passenger was subjected to racist and sexually explicit abuse.
Planning Permission Granted for New Laois Homes Despite Public Objection
Laois County Council approved the project despite several objections from local residents.
Midlands Animal Charity Criticize Viral Video Of Horse In Supermarket
My Lovely Horse Rescue is expressing concern over the video taken in a Dublin supermarket.
Gardai Attend Scene Of Westmeath Crash
The crash happened in Monksland this morning.
Public Meeting On Irish Neutrality In Laois Tonight
The meeting gets underway from 8pm at the Portlaoise Parish Centre.
Midlands Braced For Record Breaking Temperatures
Met Eireann expects South Leinster to see the warmest weather today.
Midlands Hospital Experiencing High Admission Numbers
Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise is apologising for disruptions caused.
Founding President Of TUS To Step Down Next Year
Professor Vincent Cunnane will retire on January 31st next year.
Westmeath Father Loses Job After Using HSE Funds For Home Upgrades
60 year old Brendan Mee has admitted to 13 charges of deception.
Higher Education Minister Visits Offaly
James Lawless is learning about the work of LOETB'S Midlands Skills Training Centre in Tullamore.
Midlands Woman Pays Tribute To Sister After Manslaughter Sentence
Sean Egan was sentenced to 12 and a half years in jail for the manslaughter of Sharon Crean.
FTD Brothers Continue 32 County Marathon Challenge Through The Midlands
The brothers have raised £1.4 million so far.
Fresh Restoration Works Begin At Westmeath Castle
The project for roof repairs was awarded €3.2 million in funding.
Nearly 1,000 Homes And Businesses Hit Affected By Power Outage In Midlands Town
The fault in Athlone is expected to be fixed by 1pm.
TUI Says State Should Pay For School Devices
Some schools are insisting students have their own digital devices.
Musicians Gather In Offaly Celebrating Fr Liam Lawtons Music
Family, locals and fans attended the concert of pieces composed by the Edenderry Musician.
Minister For Health Wants Closer Working Relationship For Midlands Hospitals
She opened a new paediatric Emergency Department Extension in the Midlands on Friday.
US-Iran Peace Deal Nears As Talks Continue
A Midlands Defence Analyst believes it's a hard situation to read.
