Some cases have increased by more than 200%.
Drug related crimes in Westmeath more than doubled this year.
The county's latest Joint Policing Committee meeting shows there have been 71 cases so far in 2023, compared to just 29 this time last year.
Sale and supply cases have soared, with an increase of more than 200% in Athlone, while they've almost doubled in Mullingar.
However, cases of drugs for personal use dropped in Mullingar, when compared to 2022.
Offaly Village Shop And Takeaway Closes Over Food Safety Breaches
11 food businesses were issued closure notices nationwide.
Gardai Continuing Laois Meadow Fire Investigation
It took place in Mountmellick on July 30th.
Gardaí Renew Appeal After Hit And Run In Laois
A man in his 80s and a woman in her 70s were taken to Midlands Regional Hospital in Tullamore.
Fuel Prices Rise As Farmers Leave €65m Support Unclaimed
Smaller farmers say minimum thresholds prevent them from claiming certain fuel support schemes.
Barbara Heslin Retires From Longford County Council
She was Director of Services for 11 years with the local authority.
Charter Medical Group And Vhi Form Partnership To Ensure Timely Endoscopy Access
The procedures will be carried out at Charter Medical Private Hospital in Mullingar.
Met Éireann Issues High Temperature Warning For 13 Counties
All of Leinster and Tipperary are included in the warning.
Cyclist In Her 80s Dies Following Bike And Truck Crash
The collision in Monasterevin yesterday morning.
