Gardaí are conducting a number checkpoints across the county today.
Westmeath Gardaí are carrying out speed checks today for National Slow Down Day.
The initiative aims to remind motorists of the importance of slowing down and driving within the posted speed limits.
Road users are being urged to reduce their speed and drive with extra caution during periods of wet weather.
Speed remains a significant factor in many serious road traffic collisions.
Coimisiún na Meán To Sit Before Oireachtas Media Committee Today
It's in relation to increases to the broadcast levy.
SSE Renewables Set To Build Offaly Wind Farm Operations Base
The building will support the work of the Yellow River farm.
Offaly Primary School Concert To Feature Professional Musicians
St Broghan's National School is hosting the concert this evening.
Gardai Issue Fresh Appeal Over Laois Graveyard Brawl
A man is still in hospital following the incident at St. Peter and Paul’s Cemetery on Portlaoise's Stradbally Road.
Bord Na Móna Seeks Jail Terms In Laois Bog Dispute Case
It's over an altercation between the men and security guards which allegedly took place on the bog.
Road Safety Authority Defends Progress On Driver Test Backlogs
IRHA President. Rosenallis's Ger Hyland, feels there's too many learner permits on the roads.
Westmeath Councillor Criticises Lack Of Spending On Rail Services
The Killucan Train Station project is one of the services in the county.
Westmeath Gardaí Seize E-scooters, Knuckle Duster And Cannabis
They are targeting the unlawful use of e-scooters.
Condron Concrete Confirms Midlands Hospice Appeal Withdrawal
An Coimisiún Pleanála granted planning permission last week.
Midlands TD Urges Action On Street Safety Following Serious Knife Attack
A man sustained serious injuries to his face, neck and back in a knife attack in Antrim last night.
Westmeath Students Honoured In Junior Painter Of The Year Competition
Muhammad Ali and Ryan Mahon were recognised.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Housing Land Zoning Review Over Flood Risk Concerns
Calls are being made for the local authority to consider National Catchment-Based Flood Risk Assessment.
Newly Elected Municipal District Mayor "Optimistic" For Year Ahead
Liam McDaniel is taking over the role of Mayor of Athlone-Moate Municipal District.
Planning Approval Granted For New Wellness Centre At Westmeath Hotel
The plans are for Castlepollard's Castle Varagh Hotel.
Midlands TD Condemns Belfast Stabbing
The British Prime Minister has labelled the knife attack as "horrific".
Midlands Students Awarded At Future Timber Design Awards
The awards encourage sustainable and innovative timber design.
Niall Gaffney Elected Mayor Of Municipal District In Westmeath
Mr Gaffney takes over from Mick Dollard.
1926 Census Exhibition Comes To The Midlands On National Tour
Visitors to “The Story of Us” exhibition can gain insight into life in Ireland 100 years ago.
Government Set To Increase Fines For Deliberate Forest Fires
Ireland reported 99 individual fire incidents last year.
Environmental Inspections On The Rise Across Midlands Farms
Across the country, local authorities inspected 4,315 farms.
