And the local community has been rallying to support them.
A Laois community is rallying to support a nursing home fighting a covid-19 outbreak.
Around 25 staff are living on site at Droimnin Nursing Home in Stradbally to minimise the risk of spreading the virus.
62 residents and workers have tested positive since New Years Eve.
Local councillor Pascal McEvoy explains how a local chip shop was among those to make a kind gesture:
Free Heart Health Checks In Laois Today
The Irish Heart Foundation's Mobile Health Unit is in Portarlington this morning.
Laois Fire Fighters Tackle Latest Bog Blaze
Fire fighters have been dealing with bog fires across the Midlands for weeks.
"Great" Local Link Midlands Route Mothballed Over Funding Gap
It's hoped the route's launch will be confirmed after Budget 2027.
Temperatures Of 30 Degrees Forecast For Leinster Counties
A high temperature warning is now in effect for Laois, Offaly, and Westmeath.
Planning Permission Approved For New 800 Pupil Secondary School In Midlands
The Coláiste Phobal in Roscrea has been given the green light.
Annual Rose Of Tralee Tour Underway
Westmeath Rose Caoilfhinn Ní Choiligh is one of this year's contestants.
Longford-Westmeath TD Urges Action On Vacant HSE-Owned Buildings
120 HSE-owned buildings have been vacant for over 12 months, including 11 in Westmeath.
Taoiseach Backs Offaly Camino Proposal
The initiative would aim to develop the Grand Canal Greenway into a tourist destination.
