Midlands News from Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
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Offaly Business Picks Up Bronze Blas na hÉireann Award
The Bogs Dollops in Rhode is picking up its second award for the second year in a row.
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Time Will Tell On Budget Measures - IFA President
President, Ballinakill's Francie Gorman insists the Government has delivered on the association's key asks.
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"A Drop In The Ocean"- Midlands Defence Expert Reacts To Budget Measures
Mullingar's Declan Power says it's about time Ireland stood up to its obligations internationally.
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President Of Circuit Court Slams Criminals Manipulating Children Into Crime
He made comments during the case of two youths nvolved in a drug intimidation shooting at a house in Mullingar.
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Hauliers Give Muted Budget Reaction
President of the IRHA Laois man Ger Hyland says he's not sure members are thrilled with measures.
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New Book Unveils Struggles For Irish Renters
Author of the Daft.ie housing reports Ronan Lyons has penned a new book.
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Mother Of Offaly Singer Songwriter Mundy Laid To Rest
Antoinette Enright was laid to rest this morning at St Brendan's Church in Birr.
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Budget 27: As It Happened
The 2027 Budget is being delivered at 1pm today.
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We Recognise That People Need Support With Energy Prices - Junior Finance Minister
The Budget will be announced at 1pm this afternoon.
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Driver Caught Speeding At 153km/h On N4 In Westmeath
The motorist was caught speeding on Sunday morning.
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Legal Aid Dispute Delays Trial Of Two Mayo Footballers
A Laois man is also involved in the case.
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Budget Day 2027: What's In Store
One proposal that has been put forward is to expand the Rent a Room Scheme.
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Laois TD Wants New Money For Counselling Services
Brian Stanley is asking the government to increase support for family resource centres.
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Kinahan Makes "Life-Saving" Intervention In Laois Prison
An Iranian national is recovering after suffering a heart attack in Portlaoise Prison.