Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree
The region can expect heavy rain and risk of flooding.
Laois remains under a status yellow weather warning until the early hours of tomorrow morning.
Heavy spells of persistent rain are affecting ten counties in total in Leinster and Munster.
Met Éireann is also warning that localised flooding is possible.
Offaly forecaster Cathal Nolan says the south midlands will get the heaviest rain, but the whole region can expect a cloudy and wet day:
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Laois schools will receive the highest amount of funding.
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The signing is delayed until 2026.
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HSE Dublin and Midlands region secured major success.
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Midlands Private School Principal Urges Inclusion In Free Books Scheme
The Irish Independent reports an annual €2,000 rise in private school costs.
F1 Prospect Alex Dunne Brushes Off Media Speculation
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National Mercosur Protest Set For Midlands Next Month
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