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• Westmeath Road Renamed To Honour Local Tradition

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• Irish Cancer Society Funds Free Counselling Sessions Across Midlands

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• Minister Confirms Meat at Athlone HQ Sourced from Europe

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• Westmeath Town Launching Local Bus Routes

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• Offaly Objection To Roscommon Aldi

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• 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

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• Midlands Singer Urges Heart Health Awareness After Sudden Attack

  Michael English is asking people to get regular checkups.

• Midlands Record Shop Owner Hails U2’s Politically Charged New Music

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• Laois Psychotherapist Describes How The Weather Affects People's Mood

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• Offaly TD Questions Cost Of New Short Term Letting Regulations

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• Planning Application Lodged For New Coffee Shop In Laois Town

  A decision is due April 7th.

• Midlands MEP Calls For Easier Access To Mother And Baby Homes Redress Scheme

  Maria Walsh feels the scheme is inconsistent.

• OPW Minister Meeting County Councils On Flood Prevention

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• Invest In Amenities Alongside Housing - Westmeath County Council CEO

  Barry Kehoe feels areas surrounding houses is important.

• Westmeath School Board Seeks Role In Enoch Burke’s Latest High Court Appeal

  Enoch Burke is due in court tomorrow.

• Laois Primary School Principal Worried About SNA Outcomes

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