News - Midlands
Man sentenced for child sex offences at Midland's GAA club
The accused was initially charged with sexual assault, but entered a guilty plea to three counts of gross indecency.
Nov 20, 2024 08:22
Prison Officers' Association expresses concern over assaults in local jails
There were 111 in Midlands Prison in Portlaoise last year - a 54 per cent increase on the 72 in 2023.
Jul 2, 2024 13:22
Man due in court over alleged Midlands nursing home assault
The alleged assault happened on Monday evening when a man used a back door to gain entry to the nursing home in the midlands.
May 1, 2024 07:28
Aontú leader calls for more government investment in the Midlands
Addressing 400 delegates at the party's Ard Fheis, leader Peader Toibín says the fact four south Dublin TDs were ministers exacerbates imbalanced regional development.
Apr 28, 2024 08:13
Midlands man faces 90 charges relating to child sexual abuse material, sexual assault & false imprisonment
The man is due to reappear on April 4, when it is hoped a book of evidence will be served.
Mar 5, 2024 17:04
Almost 370 inmates currently being accommodated at Castlerea prison
The current bed capacity is 340 at Castlerea prison, with inmates taking up 109% of the overall beds available.
Jan 18, 2024 13:00
Three arrests made as €100,000 seized from ten local properties
The operation was part of ongoing investigations into the activities of an Eastern European organised criminal gang operating throughout the midlands.
Nov 23, 2023 12:57
Midlands-North-West gain extra seat ahead 2024 European elections
It's going from 4 to 5 seats, after counties Laois and Offaly transfer from the South to the Midlands.
Nov 20, 2023 16:47
Thunderstorm warning in place for local counties this afternoon
Met Eireann is predicting more heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding today
Jun 15, 2023 11:07
New Granard LGBT+ group to hold first meeting this week
The aim is to offer a safe, confidential, and supportive place for the teenagers to explore their identity.
Jun 12, 2023 13:53
Locals encouraged to partake in walk in aid of Samaritians
The walk will take place in Lough Key Forest Park at 11 am on Sunday.
Apr 12, 2023 13:49
House prices in the Shannonside region continue to rise according to new CSO data
House prices rose in the midlands by 15 percent last year compared to 10 percent in 2021.
Mar 15, 2023 17:48
Hopes for new hospital to serve Midlands in the near future
The facility could be built outside Tullamore in Offaly ,close to the existing hospital.
Feb 22, 2023 08:49
Tullamore hosts launch of Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan
Minister Eamon Ryan says last year figures show that people respond positively to new routes.
Feb 17, 2023 13:14Shannonside Newsletter
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