Investigations are ongoing.
Over €1 million worth of illegal cigarettes have been seized in Offaly.
Around 1.2 million cigarettes were found at a business premises during an intelligence-led operation involving Revenue officers and Gardaí yesterday.
They were branded 'Platinum' and 'Top Gun'.
Investigations are continuing.
Victims Name Attackers In Double Attempted Murder Trial Involving Offaly Brothers
Patrick and John Pio Ward also face charges relating to firearm possession and public disorder.
Protocol To Locate Missing People With Dementia To Be Supported By HSE And Gardaí
The announcement came today at the International Dementia Conference.
Offaly TD Likens Peat Policy To A Mercosur-Style Approach
Over 370,000 tonnes of peat was exported into Ireland last year.
Laois TD Raises Privacy Concerns Over Expanded Use Of Public Services Card As ID
Willie Aird is raising concerns over the system being overextended, creating privacy risks.
Public Invited To Shape Future Of Midlands Rivers
A Public Consultation is being held later this month for River Suir and Barrow.
Laois Comedian Pays Heartfelt Tribute To Her Parents
Mary-Claire Fitzpatrick currently has over 178,000 followers on TikTok.
TUS Marks 50 Years Of Design Education With Graduate Showcase Launch
The university recently launched its 50th Graduate Showcase.
Rose Of Tralee Backs Campaign Encouraging Girls Into Apprenticeships
Katelyn Cummins is set to resume her role with Alpha Davies at the end of her term as the Rose.
Electric Keys Returns To Electric Picnic
Electric Picnic 2026 takes place from August 28th-30th.
Nursing Homes Group Says Government Ignoring Challenges Of Ageing Population
An investigation is currently taking place into HIQA and Office of the Chief Inspector.
Campaigners Urge Government To Tackle Pet Abuse In Coercive Control Cases
50 pets have been housed by the NSPCA over the previous 12 months.
Longford Westmeath TD Slams Pressure On Service Shortfall For Aging Carers
50 people across Longford/Westmeath are currently awaiting a residential service while being cared for by parents or carers aged over 60.
Westmeath Car Company Manager Says Failed EV Training Centre 'Missed Opportunity'
Marketing Manager in Mullingar Autos James Bourke says it's needed for people in the Midlands .
Midlands MEP Welcomes Decision To Block Brazilian Beef from EU Markets
Independent Ireland rep Ciaran Mullooly says it has to be enforced immediately.
Midlands Lakes Get Favourable Review From EPA
Lough Owel and Lene have gotten a 'favourable' review from the EPA's new bathing water quality report.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For CCTV In Town Park
Labour rep for Kinnegad Denis Leonard says it's needed to stop damage to the new playground.
Midlands Plays Host To International Dementia Conference
The event is taking place in the Athlone Springs Hotel on Wednesday and Thursday.
72 New Special Class Places Confirmed For Laois Schools This September
Ballylinan, Killenard and Portlaoise will see new special classes.
Laois Student Wins National Award For Teaching Career Investigation
Moya Keating took home the prize from Dunamase College.
Ambulance Staff Warn Retention Crisis Worsening As Nationwide Strike Continues
A nationwide strike is continuing until 8am tomorrow.
