The 'Calm with Horses' actor has been cast as a police chief.
A Westmeath star is returning to our screens in a new British crime-thriller.
Mullingar actor Niamh Algar is taking up the role of a police chief in TV drama, 'Sweet Dreams'.
It's set to go into production at the end of the year, according to the Irish Mirror - with covid-19 having largely put a stop to the film industry for now.
The new show - which is being described as "Fargo in England" - will also star Kildare's Aisling Bea.
Gardaí Seeking Public's Assistance After Offaly Office Burglary
A back window was broken into to gain access to the property.
Offaly Man Says Music Saved His Life
James McKelvey wants all those suffering through addiction to reach out for help.
Over 50 Midlands Schools Join Hot Meals Programme
The State wants hot meals in schools to be universal by 2030.
Garda Gives Account Of Courtroom Burke Family Courtroom "Melee"
Simeon Burke has brought his case against his conviction to the Court of Appeals.
Folly Fest Announces Line-Up Ahead Of Return To Laois
Last year's festival in Culohill Castle sold out.
Irish Rail Looking For Lost Commuting Pup's Owner
Staff at Heuston Station are keeping an eye on the lost dog after she jumped on a train to Dublin.
State Grants Over €1m For Midlands Archaeological Monuments
The money will be used to help protect and maintain the heritage sites around the midlands.
HRI Confirm Cancellation Of Kilbeggan's Season Opening Two Day Meeting
The news comes after the sudden death of racecourse manager Paddy Dunican.
Report Finds Increased Health Spending Not Matched By Activity Levels
Spending has increase by two-thirds since 2014.
No Arm-Wrestling Over Taking Credit For Workers' Tax Break, Says Fianna Fáil
Both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have been lobbying for the measure.
"Everyone's In Shock And Disbelief" - Laois Woman In Sydney On Stabbing Attack
Six people were killed in the incident on Saturday.
Laois "Behind" In Disability Access - Advocate
Karen Chadwick is a deaf person with disabilities.
A Man Has Died In An Offaly Workplace Incident
More to follow..
Gardaí Investigating Laois Crash
The collision occurred earlier this morning.
Possible Westmeath Water Outage Under Investigation
Reports of the outage have been made since yesterday.
Break From Heavy Rain On The Way
The end of this week will see dry weather.
State Commits To Meeting LDA To Develop Plans For Columb Barracks
The site has the capacity to provide 100 new homes.
30,000 People Waiting For Appointments At Midlands Hospitals
2,000 of those have been waiting over a year.
Flood Protection Schemes Vital For Laois' Climate Action Plan
It's outlined seven priority actions for the county.
No HAP Properties For Rent In Two Major Midlands Towns
That's according to the latest Simon Communities Locked out of the Market report.
