It's day three of four of the competition.
A Westmeath Painter/Decorator is currently competing against the world's best in his field in France.
Eric Bates is three days into the four day WorldSkills finals in Lyon.
The Mullingar man has three challenges to take on today.
A freestyle event, where competitors produce a piece with their own personal design, a door spraying challenge, and a main wall piece inspired by the host city.
He says he wouldn't by in Lyon if it weren't for his Dad:
"Handcuffed" Westmeath Man Steps Down As ICSA President
Westmeath's Sean McNamara had been in the job since December 2024.
Search Continues For Missing Westmeath Man At Midlands Lake
An estimated 600 people came forward to help with the search on Saturday.
FAI To Review Video Evidence Of Alleged Racist Chants Towards Adam Idah
Republic of Ireland defeated Israel 3-0 last night.
Two People Hospitalised After Crash In Midlands
The incident took place in Ballinasloe.
Enterprise Minister Signals Delay To Major Business Tax Measures
Peter Burke is seeking a €100 million package for his department.
Laois Sees One Of The Country’s Fastest Rises In House Prices
€445,000 is the average price of a home nationally.
Psychology Waiting Lists Reach 35,000 Nationwide
Longford-Westmeath area has a waiting time of 119 weeks.
Over 1,000 Attend Westmeath Fuel Price Protest
Orgnaisers say protesting will be a last resort.
