Midlands News from Tuesday, July 28th, 2026
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Laois Councillor Calls For Review On Land Zoning For Industrial and Enterprise Use
Councillor James Kelly believes an expression of interest process will allow the council to rezone suitable locations.
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Revenue Seize Contraband Worth Over €178k
Investigations into all seizures are ongoing.
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Man Charged With Dangerous Driving In Westmeath Town
The 32 year old man has told the court he knows he's "guilty" and he's "really sorry."
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Offaly County Council Approve Planning Permission For Funeral Parlour
A property on Tullamore's O'Connell Street is getting the green light to be converted.
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Laois TD Demands Changes Over Medical Card Thresholds
Brian Stanley says the situation has to be addressed this year.
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Westmeath County Council Seek Funds For Walking And Cycling Link
The proposed development would run from Ballinahown Sports Park to BnM lands in Ballinahown.
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Retired Westmeath Postal Officer Worker Jailed For 8 Years For Sexual Abuse
He was convicted following a trial last February.
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Housing Targets 'Not Good Enough' - Laois Councillor
The Housing Delivery Action Plan sets minimum targets of 33 affordable homes.
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Gardaí Investigating Midlands Arson Attack
The incident saw a car targetted in Longford Town.
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Quality Garden Cabins Cost €100k, Says Midlands Log Cabin Experts
It comes as new planning exemptions came into effect yesterday.
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New Hospital Manager Elected At Portiuncula University Hospital
She brings more than 25 years of healthcare experience to the role.
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Plans For Laois Fire Station Delayed
The tender process for a fire station in Rathdowney is being set back.
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Man Accused Of Murdering His Wife In Laois Remanded In Custody
He appeared in Portlaoise District Court yesterday via video link.
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Man Appears In Laois Court Over Alleged Assault Of Prison Governor
He also faces a charge of resisting arrest.
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Westmeath DJ Competes For Spot On Electric Picnic Stage
She's the only female finalist left standing.
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Laois Company Is "Incredibly Proud" Of County Heritage
Camsaw Distributors Ltd is building a new HQ.