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The parents of a Laois child with cerebral palsy say his quality of life has "significantly" deteriorated since he was forced to leave school.

Oisín Gill, from Rathdowney, attended an ASD unit in a Tipperary mainstream primary school from 2022 until his expulsion last November, after it was deemed unable to meet his needs

The eight-year-old lives with cerebral palsy, autism and moderate intellectual disabilities.

Despite their persistent efforts in applying for special schools, his parents have been unable to secure a place for the upcoming academic year.

Oisin's mum Samantha and his dad Padraig have been speaking with Will Faulkner on the Midlands Today Show and they say they have seen a negative change in him since he stopped going to school:

As the sunshine continues to shine in Ireland, many people are opting for staycations.

Portlaoise's John Whelan says one of the cheapest options is a campervan.

He runs the website Vanhalla.ie and reviews different campsites and locations around the country.

He's been speaking with Will Faulkner about his trip to Connemara.

A Laois mother is seeking reimbursement from the HSE, over a drug needed to improve symptoms of her son's metabolic disorder.

Ballinakilll's Roseanne Dwyer looks after her nine year son James, who was diagnosed through a rare metabolic disorder called PKU through the heel prick test.

He was put on a trial for a drug for a short period of time, but did not meet the clinical deadline.

Ms Dwyer and her friend Aoife Murphy, who also has a child with PKU, have beens sharing their stories with Will Faulkner on Midlands Today.

Gardaí say they've learned lessons after two members were taken to hospital after processing cannabis vape products in an Offaly station.

Edenderry Garda Station had to be closed for an investigation and deep clean last month after the incident.

High temperatures in the station's evidence storage room caused the activation of CBD and THC vapour in the vapes, which led to two officers becoming unwell.

Superindendent Tony Tighe from Tullamore Garda Station says they have since recovered and are doing well.

He's also asking for members of the public to get involved a new Local Community Safety Partnership survey.

The 13-question survey to highlight community safety concerns in the county

He has been speaking with Will Faulkner on the Midlands Today:

The former GAA president is being remembered for his love of his community.

The Trumera club man passed away yesterday at the age of 70 after a short illness.

He was the 37th president of the GAA, as well as chairperson at UCD, Trumera, and Leinster.

The former school teacher spoke with David Hollywood on Midlands 103 two years ago in a life n times interview: