Senator Eileen Flynn became the first Traveller to get a Seanad seat
Former president of Ireland, Mary Robinson, is launching a programme to mark the 100th anniversary of the Seanad today.
The theme of the centenary celebrations is 'Minority Voices, Major Changes'.
The Seanad aims to represent people on the margins of society, including ethnic minorities.
Senator Eileen Flynn became the first Traveller to get a Seanad seat nearly two years ago - she says it needs to be reformed.
Two-Year Sentence For Fighter Who Held Knife To Woman's Chest Weeks Before Killing His Mother
30 year old Luke Donnell pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary at a house at Grange Heights, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, while armed with a knife on April 13, 2023.
TII Questioned Over Criteria For Allocating Funding To Local Authorities
Westmeath did not get any of its requested funding last year, and just over €104,000 this year.
Laois TD Renews Funding Call For Courthouse
Laois TD Willie Aird wants the Government to provide funding to start building a new courthouse in Portlaoise.
Midlands Based Pharma CEO Picks Up Award
Leah Fletcher of Dunbar Pharma in Athlone has been crowned Founder of the Year at Enterprise Ireland's High Potential Start-Up Awards.
Six Months Of Traffic Disruption Ahead As Water Mains Works Begin In Westmeath
Water mains replacement works will begin in Kilbeggan at the start of November.
Hybrid Working Drives Irish Rail Services To Capacity In The Midlands
All routes through Tullamore are at full capacity.
Young Musicians Set To Rock The Midlands At Youth Music Festival
The project empowers young musicians to create and develop music with professionals and educators.
Minister Rules Out Toll Reductions For Midlands Commuters
Robert Troy is advocating for student travel refunds to ease commuting costs.
