Clare Kambamettu, is engaged to Ryan Tubridy, won the contest in 2010.
A Rose of Tralee Judge says she sourced some of her dresses for this year's contest in a midlands charity shop.
Athy's Clare Kambamettu, who is engaged to Ryan Tubridy, says she loves visiting the St. Vincent De Paul shop in Portlaoise.
The bride to be also bought her wedding dress in sustainable bridal gown shop in Naas.
Dr Kambamettu says the wedding plans are in full swing:
25,000 Preschoolers In Disadvantaged Areas Set To Receive Free Lunches
Over €4 million is being allocated for the nutritious meal scheme.
Former Midlands MEP Ends Bid To Become Next President
Fine Gael's Mairead McGuinness has pulled out of the race.
Public Meeting On Water Quality Described as "Positive Step Forward"
LAWPRO held the meeting in Rahan this week about their Water Area action plan for Tullamore.
Labour Urges OPW Minister To Install Free Suncreen Stations
It's following a successful pilot carried out by local councillors at sites in Cork.
Luxury Food Items On Order Lists Of Subservice Prisoners In Portlaoise Prison
It's part of an arrangement for prisoners in Block E In Portlaoise Prison to order food and drink for themselves.
Gareth Sheridan Claims Laois County Council Back Presidential Bid
The Dublin pharma entreprenur is aiming to be the youngest ever President of Ireland.
€1.5m Laois Wastewater Plant Upgrade Begins On Monday
The works to Ballyroan plant will start on August 18th and last for a full year.
Man Behind Liverpool Parade Incident Appearing In Court Today
The incident injured many in May, including Portlaoise man Gary Hearns.
Irish Workforce Grows While Weekly Hours Decline According To Finance Report
Compared to before the pandemic people are working two fewer hours per week.
Midlands Jobs At Risk As Fashion Accessories Chain Collapses
There is two shops located in Westmeath.
Simon Harris Needs To Resign - Scoliosis Ireland
Harvey Morrison's mother is also calling for the Tánaiste to resign.
Tipperary All Ireland Winning Captain Honoured By Laois Garda Colleagues
A special event was held at the Midlands Park Hotel for Ronan Maher.
Rural Communities At Risk Without Local Housing for Young People - Francie Gorman
The Ballinakill man feels holiday home getting approvals while locals can't isn't acceptable.
Gardaí Urge Drivers To Follow Signs Not Sat Navs For Ploughing Championships
The Ploughing Championships takes place from the 16th to the 18th of September.
Midlands Hospital Joins National Water-Saving Effort
The initiative helps hospitals map water use.
Pedestrian Incident On Westmeath Motorway This Evening
It happened between Rochfortsbridge and Tyrrellspass this evening.
Westmeath Third Most EV Ready County In Ireland
A new study from Energia shows Westmeath and Laois are in the top 10 for EV chargers readability.
Blood Donor Clinic Running In Offaly This Week
The clinic takes place in Mucklagh today and tomorrow.
Laois Researcher Calls For Stronger Supports For Childhood Cancer Survivors
Cullohill's Avril Deegan survived lukaemia, and is focusing on the topic during her PhD in Cancer research.
Midlands Nurse Feels India Day Celebrations Could Have Gone Ahead
This years event has been cancelled due to a rise of attacks on the Indian community.
