Ireland will hold the EU Presidency from July until December this year.
The Government is rushing to protect the country's waters ahead of hosting the EU Presidency.
Defence Minister Helen McEntee is putting new legislation forward to boost the navy's power as threats grow.
However, former Defence Forces member, Portarlington's Cathal Berry says the country is a "sitting duck".
The ex army ranger says the Government isn't ready for the EU Presidency and is leaving the nation open to attack:
Murder Investigation Excavation Moves Into Second Week
Gardaí are acting on recently acquired information in relation to a remote stretch of land.
Woman Hospitalised In Westmeath Crash
The incident took place in Mullingar this evening.
Free Oral History Event Highlighting Craft And Community To Be Hosted In Westmeath
The event takes place at the Sheraton Hotel in Athlone tomorrow.
Midlands’ Largest Career And Lifestyle Expo Takes Place This Saturday
The event will be held at the Mullingar Park Hotel.
Midlands Heritage Site In Line For €350k State Conservation Grant
Offaly's nomination features the renowned telescope at Birr Castle Demesne.
Residents Raise Alarm Over Rising Rat Sightings In Laois Housing Estates
Parents reported seeing rats surface from a pond at Esker Hills’ Portlaoise entrance.
Midlands Sees Sharp Rise In Housing Commencements
The number rose by 68 from last year.
Government Boosts Midlands Homebuyer Support With Higher Loan Limits
The loans provide assistance for buyers who can’t secure enough funding from banks.
Searches Will Continue In Murder Investigation - Garda Commissioner
The latest dig for the bodies of JoJo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob began on Monday.
Enoch Burke's Injunction Application Struck Out
A High Court Judge believes the application by the teacher is "moot".
Offaly’s Alex Dunne Joins Alpine’s Young Driver Programme
The 20 year old wore Alpine colours during Formula 2 practice earlier this week.
Offaly TD Urges Stronger Collaboration For Taxi Sector Improvements
A study by the CCPC shows four in ten people struggled to book a taxi in December.
Westmeath Road Renamed To Honour Local Tradition
The newly named 'Bóithrín na mBan' honours the planting of oak trees for women who have died tragically.
Irish Cancer Society Funds Free Counselling Sessions Across Midlands
An estimated 44,000 people in Ireland get cancer each year.
Minister Confirms Meat at Athlone HQ Sourced from Europe
There has been numerous calls for the resignation of Larry Murrin in recent weeks.
Westmeath Town Launching Local Bus Routes
The Mullingar Town Bus Service launches on Sunday.
Offaly Objection To Roscommon Aldi
Brian O'Sullivan with an address in Kilcormac is lodging the objection against the site in Boyle.
Laois TD Calls For Housing Bond Scheme
Laois TD Brian Stanley feels it could be used to discourage vulture funds.
Government Launch Flour Production Boost Scheme
Odlums in Portarlington is the only flour mill in Ireland.
Midlands Singer Urges Heart Health Awareness After Sudden Attack
Michael English is asking people to get regular checkups.
