Midlands Today with Will Faulkner

Midlands Today with Will Faulkner

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Midlands Today with Will Faulkner episodes

  • Week 13 - Thursday
    A dedicated ‘Night Mayor’ has been appointed to boost Dublin’s nighttime economy, aiming to enhance late-night culture and business.
    Gardaí have seized over €2 million worth of fake designer goods in a major operation targeting counterfeit sales in Ireland.
    A family-run business in Laois has been recognized with a prestigious national award, highlighting its excellence in the industry.
    1 hr 59 min
  • Week 13 - Wednesday
    A solicitor advises that a brother who inherited a family farm can legally sell it despite his late parents’ wishes to keep it in the family.
    Two legal cases allege that unborn babies were wrongly diagnosed with fatal foetal abnormalities, leading to terminations that could have been avoided.
    The appetite-suppressing injection, popular among celebrities, is now available in Ireland but currently only for those who can afford private prescriptions.
    2 hr 3 min
  • Week 13 - Tuesday
    A Westmeath grandmother was attacked in her home by intruders searching for her grandson, with a suspect now facing burglary charges.
    Activists and TD Ruth Coppinger are campaigning for a bill to outlaw fox hunting, calling it cruel and unnecessary.
    Over 4,000 homes in Westmeath are now connected to high-speed fibre broadband under the National Broadband Plan, improving digital access in rural areas.
    1 hr 55 min
  • Week 13 - Monday
    Austin Stack continues to seek justice for his father, Brian Stack, who was shot by the IRA in 1983, with no convictions to date.
    RTÉ has spent over €250,000 annually on clothing for staff, including luxury brands, sparking public and political criticism.
    Mark Williams from Laois will represent Ireland at the World Butchers’ Event in Paris, showcasing his skills on a global stage.
    2 hr
  • Week 12 - Thursday
    TD Brian Stanley raised concerns about outdated income thresholds for medical cards, urging a review due to the cost-of-living crisis.
    Irish Rail are planning to install new cameras to monitor and reduce delays caused by vehicles colliding with railway bridges.
    The government plans to reduce the monthly payment to homeowners hosting Ukrainian refugees from €800 to €600.
    2 hr 4 min
  • Week 12 - Wednesday
    SIPTU members are striking on April 2-3 over concerns that the company's privatization lacks legal protections for workers’ rights and could lead to increased bin charges.
    A significant number of farmers are struggling with succession planning, with Crewit stepping in to recruit skilled international workers to sustain the dairy industry.
    Midlands 103 encourages listeners to send WhatsApp voice notes, with a daily winner receiving a €30 voucher for O’Gorman’s Bar.
    1 hr 50 min
  • Week 12 - Tuesday
    A farmer fired a shotgun at his neighbor amid a long-standing dispute but walked free from court under the Probation Act.
    Conor McGregor’s controversial visit to the White House on St. Patrick’s Day sparked political debate in Ireland.
    Government spending on a rarely used swimming pool at Farmleigh House raised concerns about taxpayer money being wasted.
    1 hr 49 min
  • Week 11 - Thursday
    James Gleeson and Richard Loughnane, founders of Roscrea Narcotics Anonymous, organized a "Sober Social Hike" to support addiction recovery and promote mental well-being.
    EnergyCloud Ireland highlighted that €2.1 billion worth of renewable energy has been wasted, which could have helped households in energy poverty.
    The Irish Kidney Association is launching a campaign for early detection and prevention of Chronic Kidney Disease, which affects 1 in 10 people in Ireland.
    2 hr

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“When people in the midlands want to talk, they talk to Will Faulkner.” Enjoy a blend of local, national and international stories and features. Show sponsored by O'Briens Motor Group & Bus…