Nationally, Sophie and Jack are top of the list for baby names.
The most popular baby names in the Midlands for 2024 have been revealed.
Rían is the boy's name of choice for Westmeath and Laois, while Jack topped the list in Offaly.
While Emily is the trendy girls name for Offaly, Grace is the number one choice for girls in Westmeath and Fiadh for Laois.
Jack remains the top boys name in Ireland, while Sophie is the most popular girls name after taking fourth place in 2023.
Midlands Cold Snap Incoming
Forecasters expect sub-zero temperatures for anything up to a week.
Wellness Soul Circle Coming To The Midlands
Further events are planned in Meath, Longford, and Dublin.
Mother Of Offaly Arson Attack Victim Appeals For Justice
Gardaí are continuing to ask the public for any information they might assist their investigation.
Laois Singer Raises Over €2k For Parish Through Christmas Single
Stradbally's Ross Molloy recorded "When a Child Is Born" in aid of the Stradbally Parish Lourdes trip.
Laois Pub Celebrates Reopening
'The Village Tap' in Rosenallis is under the new ownership of Wayne and Ruth Walsh.
Offaly GAA Club Apply For New Pitch
Daingean GAA Club is also hoping to build two new viewing stands.
Retired Laois Met Eireann Forecaster Releases Book
"They Say It Might Rain " is co-written by Clonaslee woman Evelyn Cusack and Seamus Walsh.
Westmeath Sees Biggest Price Increase For Three Bed Semi
It comes from the Irish Independent/REA Average House Price Index.
Call For M50 Toll Increase To Be Scrapped
The M4 Kilcock to Kinnegad is one of the affected motorways.
Electric Picnic Highlights Set For Our TV Screens
TG4 is airing the best bits from the 2025 edition in Stradbally.
Laois TD Demands Better IDA Investment For County In 2026
Brian Stanley says there needs to be a greater investment in IDA jobs for Laois.
Midlands University Secures Grant For Advanced 3D Printing Suite
The grant is worth €600k.
Westmeath Town At The Heart Of An Post’s €5m Christmas Operations
Over 2 million parcels have been delivered.
Westmeath Councillor Criticises Tánaiste And Justice Minister Over Immigration Stance
Harry’s Hotel in Kinnegad will continue as an IPAS centre for at least another year.
TUS Student Housing Issue Raised At European Parliament
President of TUS Athlone Student Union is raising the issue.
Laois TD Welcomes Strong Year For New Housing
Planning permission for houses in the county rose this year.
LOETB To Roll Out Sustainability Programme For Businesses In 2026
The first phase will commence on January 21st.
White Christmas Unlikely As Frosty Conditions Set In
We can expect good conditions for tomorrow.
Laois Discount Retail Store Confirm Closure
The Homesavers store in the Lismard Business Park in Portlaoise is closing in January.
Laois TD Calls For ESB To Start International Recruitment
Laois TD Sean Fleming is suggesting the ESB may need to do so to meet targets.
