A Fianna Fail Councilor has been named in the role.
A new Cathaoirleach has been announced for Westmeath County Council.
Fianna Fail Councillor Liam McDaniel has been re-elected for the second term in a row as the Cathaoirleach.
The Independent Councillor Mick Dollard has been named the Leas Cathaoirleach of Westmeath County Council.
He takes over the position from Louise Heavin, who lost her seat in the recent election.
US and Iran Announce Framework For Peace
Mullingar defence analyst, Declan Power says Iran has the upper hand.
Gardai Begin New Search Operation For Jo Jo Dullard and Deirdre Jacob
An open area near the Wicklow/Kildare border is being searched over the coming days.
Laois Photographer Shortlisted For Astrophotography Competition
Paul Fetherstonhaugh has submitted a photo for the 'Out of this World' category.
Midlands Hospital Continues To Experience High Admission Numbers
Midland Regional Hospital Tullamore is apologising for disruptions caused.
ESB Advance Plans for New High Voltage Station In Westmeath
It's part of their wider plans and works for the county.
Relief For Offaly School As Nine SNAs Reinstated For Summer Programme
There are currently 199 pupils in Ballinamere NS as well as three autism classes.
Midlands Garda Divisions Show Gap In Drink Driving Tests
The Meath/Westmeath Division recorded a low breath testing rate compared to Laois-Offaly last year.
Laois TD Urges Greenway Impact Review On Farming
Willie Aird feels some projects will not come to fruition.
Midlands Celebrates Men's Health Week
There is events happening across the region.
Sonas Urge People To Be Vigilant In Spotting Domestic Abuse During World Cup
The charity is warning reports of incidents rise following major sporting events.
Laois 10k Run and Family Fun Day Returns This Sunday
Abbeyleix House and Farm is holding their fifth annual family fun day this Sunday.
Fianna Fail Councillor Elected Tullamore Cathaoirleach
Shane Murray is succeeding Councillor Declan Harvey in the role.
Outgoing Chair Of Offaly County Council Elected Birr Cathaoirleach
Independent rep John Leahy is taking up the role in Birr.
Midlands Showing Fast Growth In Mortgages For First Time Buyers
It comes from analysis by the Banking and Payments Federation Ireland.
Plans For Major Laois Redevelopment Delayed
The developer is appealing a planning condition to An Coimisiún Pleanála.
Enterprise Minister Expresses Concern Over Ticket Website Liquidation
Festivals claim they'll lose thousands as a result.
Builders Behind Midlands Solar Farm Scoop Up Award For Construction Excellence
Wills Bros Group are taking home the Judges Silver Award for their work on the Timahoe North Solar Farm.
Laois TD Highlights Four Year Wait For Neurological Assessments
Independent rep Brian Stanley highlighted the case of a young Portlaoise woman in the Dail.
40 New Jobs On The Way To Laois
It's part of a €6m investment.
Westmeath Psychotherapist Warns Of Gambling Addictions
He is sharing his own experience to raise awareness.
