Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
“When people in the midlands want to talk, they talk to Will Faulkner” Every episode is full with a blend of local, national and international stories, serious and fun and popular features.
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Episodes
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Week 20 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 15 May 2024
This year, both children and adults diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), are facing a scarcity of medications essential for managing the condition. Teresa King joins Will to discuss the Birr Big Breakfast Fly In / Drive In this
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Week 20 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 14 May 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
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Week 20 - Monday
Monday, 13 May 2024
Midlands Today with Ronan Berry
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Week 19 - Friday
Friday, 10 May 2024
A quarter of Irish people willing to sacrifice a significant portion of their pension, Clara Town Team focusing and a wide variety of town projects and Alex Roes plays a EuroVision classic for us live.
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Week 19 - Thursday
Thursday, 9 May 2024
Long-term exposure to vapes can lead to adverse health conditions, CEO of Laois County Council set to retire in June and we get the rundown of the Student Enterprise Programme Nationals.
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Week 19 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 8 May 2024
In the upcoming months, Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue plans to implement regulations prohibiting the use of electric collars on both dogs and cats. There has been a 12% rise in the reported number of hate crimes and hate-related incidents.
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Week 19 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 7 May 2024
It is Estimated that 130,000 individuals in Ireland are classified as 'problem gamblers', RSA says addressing the high number of road fatalities requires a collaborative effort and Bambie Thug shakes off any rumors leading into the EuroVision finals.
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Week 18 - Friday
Friday, 3 May 2024
The Government is standing by its pledge to assist Offaly in the 'decarbonisation' effort, Mountmellick's distinctive embroidery connects the town to many nations across the world and studies examining overall wellbeing produce 'troubling' results.
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Week 18 - Thursday
Thursday, 2 May 2024
Rent prices soar, local councillor expresses disappointment in lack of funding and Irish artist feels like she's 'representing Ireland at the Olympics'.
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Week 18 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 1 May 2024
Pharmacists and doctors are noting an increase in individuals presenting with symptoms of hay fever. Assualt of a pensioner in Westmeath sees an man appear in court today in relation to the incident.
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Week 18 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 30 April 2024
New research shows people inherit very little of their personality from their parents. Lily Buckley finds out more. Should we be teaching primary school students about the importance of trade unions in the workplace? This and much more.
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Week 18 - Monday
Monday, 29 April 2024
Young Mullingar man chats to David about a lenghty run across the Sahara Desert. Was it worth it? CEO of Motor Insurers' Bureau of Ireland, David Fitzgerald, discusses an increase of claims in accidents caused by uninsured vehicles last year.
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Week 17 - Friday
Friday, 26 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner LIVE from Moate
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Week 17 - Thursday
Thursday, 25 April 2024
Midlands 103’s Courtney Callaghan has been speaking with Dr Kavanagh and he believes the number of women running for local elections will increase in the coming years. A midlands boy is recovering after live-saving surgery in the US.
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Week 17 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 24 April 2024
A Westmeath business owner says they would love to go greener but they can't afford to. Means-testing for the Family Carers allowance might finally come to an end. President suffers mini-stroke but assures he is better than ever.
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Week 17 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 23 April 2024
A group of international student’s have given a presentation to Laois County Council this week about tourism in the County. Seeing your own image during video calls leads to mental fatigue, according to a new study.
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Week 17 - Monday
Monday, 22 April 2024
The persistent wet weather is proving a relentless issue for local farmers, effecting quality of their goods, scheduling, work load, costs, and supply. After a fantastic weekend of sunny weather, can we expect more throughout the week?
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Week 16 - Friday
Friday, 19 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
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Week 16 - Thursday
Thursday, 18 April 2024
Midlands County sees drastic decrease in taxi licences compared to pre-covid stats, putting local economies and hospitality under stress. Also, a worrying amount of knives have been seized by Gardaí in the Midlands since 2020.
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Week 16 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 17 April 2024
A meeting to boost tourism in the midlands is taking place next week. An overwhelming majority of adults under 30 aren't positive about their mental wellbeing. Find out more!
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Week 16 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 16 April 2024
Should qualified drivers go through refresher courses? What about 30 hours of mandatory driving lessons? We ask the experts! A Laois woman living in Australia says there's a sense of shock and disbelief in Sydney after an attack on Saturday.
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Week 16 - Monday
Monday, 15 April 2024
VHI is set to scrap some of its more expensive plans, which will see thousands of members to look for cover elsewhere. The 7 o'clock Portlaoise to Heuston train had an unexpected passenger over the weekend.
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Week 15 - Friday
Friday, 12 April 2024
Offaly boxer with a decorated amateur career has decided to turn professional. Gardai in Westmeath have said they're aware of forged €50 notes circulating in the county, warning retailers to be on the lookout.
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Week 15 - Thursday
Thursday, 11 April 2024
Farmers say a Fodder Transport Scheme will help feed their animals during this difficult period. Should modular housing be built without planning permission for the people on housing waiting lists across the country? A local County Coucil thinks so.
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Week 15 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 10 April 2024
Daniel O'Donnell tells us about his new single with Brandon McPhee. Mullingar man details his training for one of the most unforgiving challenges in the world. Also, Simon Harris makes new promises following his election as the country's 16th Taoiseach.
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Week 15 - Tuesday
Tuesday, 9 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
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Week 15 - Monday
Monday, 8 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
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Week 15 - Friday
Friday, 5 April 2024
The Midlands Today Show is live from Clonaslee.
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Week 14 - Thursday
Thursday, 4 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner
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Week 14 - Wednesday
Wednesday, 3 April 2024
Midlands Today with Will Faulkner