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Previously serving as a local newspaper for the entire Offaly area, this publication continues to maintain its online presence with the aspiration of eventually returning to print.

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Clara's Bog Trotters Festival a resounding success

1 day ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

THE Bog Trotters festival in Clara was a massive success over last weekend June 19 to 22. The festival which celebrates the unique Clara Bog and Summer Solstice was packed with all sorts of activities. Walks, talks, presentations and panel discussions took place along with kids activities, workshops, plenty of music and a BBQ.
Conflicting speed signs causing confusion in residential area of Tullamore

1 day ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

Motorists in the Park Avenue area of Tullamore are facing confusion due to contradictory speed limit signs posted within a short stretch of road. As drivers turn off Convent View into the Tyrell's Road/Park Avenue area, they are met with a 30 km/h speed limit sign. However, the reverse side of this same sign displays a 50 km/h limit just as drivers enter Convent View. To add to the inconsistency, another 50 km/h sign is located on Park Avenue itself though partially obscured and barely visible.
Hiqa highlight staff shortages and risk gaps at Tullamore hospital

1 day ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

An unannounced inspection by HIQA of the Midland's Regional Hospital in Tullamore, revealed a high number of vacancies for key positions within the hospital. Across the facility there were nine vacant consultant posts recognised as a risk on the hospital’s risk register. The pharmacy department had a number of vacant posts covered by agency staff and this risk was on the hospital’s risk register. Inspectors also found the peri-operative directorate had no clinical director.
New mural planned for Tullamore

2 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

TULLAMORE Tidy Towns Association is seeking permission to paint a mural on the side/gable wall of an existing dwelling in Tullamore. The building is located at Bury Quay. Chair of the association Councillor Shane Murray says ''we painted the wall last year, but with the work on the bridge complete it's looking a bit tired again.
New homes coming soon to Tullamore as significant progress made on housing project

2 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

Significant progress is being made on a major new housing development in Tullamore, with the first homes expected to be completed by this summer. Located in Puttaghaun, this brand-new estate is being developed by Fitzpatrick & Heavey Homes, who acquired the site from John Flanagan Developments Ltd. The homes are designed to meet A-rated energy standards and promise high quality, sustainable living.
Staff shortages and risk gaps - HIQA publishes report on Tullamore Hospital

2 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

An unannounced inspection by HIQA of the Midland's Regional Hospital in Tullamore, revealed a high number of vacancies for key positions within the hospital. Across the facility there were nine vacant consultant posts recognised as a risk on the hospital’s risk register. The pharmacy department had a number of vacant posts covered by agency staff and this risk was on the hospital’s risk register. Inspectors also found the peri-operative directorate had no clinical director.
Offaly stars train with Ireland ahead of upcoming summer tour

3 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Damian Moran

Offaly rugby stars Michael Milne and Cormac Izuchukwu are in training with the rest of the Ireland squad ahead of the upcoming summer tour. With their departure for Tbilisi now just a week away, the Ireland Men’s squad have been training at the IRFU High Performance Centre under the guidance of interim head coach Paul O’Connell. The 32-man squad, and five training panellists, continued their preparations for the Tests against Georgia on July 5 and Portugal on July 12.
50 years ago an amazing Guinness World Record for tennis was set in Tullamore

3 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the setting of a Guinness World Record of 55 hours for a Men's Doubles Tennis Match at Tullamore Tennis Club. It was a major event at the time with many leading people in the town showing their support. The Tribune covered the historic event and took some pictures which were featured in the paper. RTE is also believed to have attended. The players didn't have floodlights then so used car headlights to light their play.
Prominent premises in Tullamore at risk of being placed on derelict sites register

3 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

A prominent premises on Columcille Street in Tullamore could be placed on the register of derelict sites. The premises is located near the top of the street close to the Kilbeggan Bridge.
New homes coming soon to Tullamore

3 days ago | offalyexpress.ie | Camilla McLoughlin

Significant progress is being made on a major new housing development in Tullamore, with the first homes expected to be completed by this summer. Located in Puttaghaun, this brand-new estate is being developed by Fitzpatrick & Heavey Homes, who acquired the site from John Flanagan Developments Ltd. The homes are designed to meet A-rated energy standards and promise high quality, sustainable living.