Athlone in particular has faced several issues regarding ongoing water restrictions.
Irish Water says progress has been made to meet demand in Athlone but further work is required.
Frequent water restrictions in the town have led to calls for a permanent solution to be found.
The utility said late last year the local water treatment plant required significant upgrades.
Irish Water engineer John Gavin says they're working to ensure supply in Athlone meets demand:
Midlands Schools Close Over "Mass Shooting" Threats
Schools across Carlow have received threatening messages.
Overnight Water Restrictions Introduced In Laois Due To Low Reservoir Levels
Restrictions will be introduced from this evening.
Midlands Minister Reveals Suicide Attempt At Launch Of New National Prevention Strategy
Kevin 'Boxer' Moran attended the launch this afternoon.
Ireland Urged To Focus On Competitiveness And Budget During EU Presidency
Barry Cowen was addressing Senators in Leinster House.
New E-Bike Library Set To Boost Access And Mobility In Laois
Nine different bikes will be available, including foldable and cargo models.
Irish Blood Transfusion Service Appeals For Midlands Donors
They're calling on supports ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend.
Offaly Tourist Attraction Vandalised A Month After Official Launch
The Banagher Shannon Bank Park has seen damage to its pods and life buoys.
Laois Meeting Hears Debate On Future Of Ireland’s Triple Lock Defence Policy
A meeting took place in Portlaoise last night.
Westmeath Customs Advisor Warns Business To Prep For New EU Steel Rules
Tariffs on steel outside a quota will rise up to 50%.
Westmeath Chamber AGM This Evening
James Bourke is stepping away from his role as Westmeath Chamber of Commerce President.
Longford-Westmeath TD Backs New Autism Assessment Approach
The new model is set to come into effect for the HSE and related services in July.
Carlow Local Enterprise Office Launches HUB GROW 2026 Programme
The programme will be delivered in Station House, Hacketstown.
Burst Water Main In Laois
The repair operation is scheduled to continue until 4pm today.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day In Westmeath
Residents can safely dispose of household hazardous items.
Award Winning Hotel Manager Joins Midlands Park Hotel
Sabine Wycisk is the new General Manager at the four-star hotel.
Five Midlands MEPS To Address Seanad Today
It's ahead of the EU Presidency in July.
Midlands Senator Hits Out At Tailte Éireann
He says it needs to address a backlog of land registry applications.
Charity Warns Online Misogyny Is Driving Abuse
It says some content is normalising hatred of women.
Rural GAA Clubs Struggle To Survive - Offaly Councillor
A new report warns rural depopulation.
Scorching Temperatures Hit The Midlands
A new high of a 30.5 degrees record was broken yesterday.
