The Portlaoise councillor has been a public representative for since 1979.
Willie Aird of Fine Gael has become the first candidate elected in the midlands for General Election 2024.
The Fine Gael Councillor knew he was on the way to topping the poll from very early on.
After the fifth count, Mr. Aird exceeded the quota, thanks to 149 votes transferred from Rosie Palmer of the Green Party.
The newly elected deputy entered public life 45 years ago.
He says it was worth the wait:
James O'Connor Memorial Walk Returns Following Storm Amy Postponement
The event is taking place in Tullamore this evening.
Laois Boy Makes Life Changing Recovery After Groundbreaking Gene Therapy
Andy Cash from Portlaoise was diagnosed with a rare immune disorder at just three weeks old.
New Gender-Based Violence Service Launched In Westmeath
Eist co-founder Hazel Behan hopes the new centre can help others.
Laois Tops Midlands In Energy Efficient Homes
18% of the county’s 20,000 homes are rated A1, A2, or A3 on the BER scale.
Alzheimer Society Hosts Dementia Information Day In Westmeath
The event takes place Tuesday in Mullingar.
High Cadet Training Dropout Rate Needs To Be Highlighted - RACO
The Representative Association Of Commissioned Officers held their annual conference this week.
Housing Commencements In Midlands Sharply Decline
Only 93 homes were started last month in comparison to 620 last September.
Longford-Westmeath TD Calls For Faster HSE Access To Rare Disease Medicines
Oireachtas Health Committee member Sorca Clarke is making the call.
Electoral Register Grows By 60k Before Next Week’s Vote
The presidential election takes place October 24th.
Driver Arrested In Laois For Drink Driving And Tax Offences
The car had been untaxed for 255 days.
Longford Westmeath TD Welcomes New Slurry Provisions
Fine Gael's Micheal Carrigy thinks it will help farmers reduce reliance of chemical fertilisers.
Westmeath Councillor Feels More Contractors Needed For Bigger Housing Jobs
Kinnegad councillor Alfie Devine believes a bigger panel is needed for larger housing works.
Gardai Attend Scene Of Workplace Incident In Midlands Town
The crash involving a truck and two cars happened in Monksland in Athlone yesterday.
Emergency Services At Scene Of Offaly Crash
It happened at around 6 am this morning in Tullamore.
Midlands MEP Supporting New Air Passenger Rules
The European Parliament has voted to improve passenger rights.
Westmeath Town Joining Living City Initiative Is A Big Move - Midlands Architect
Athlone joins Sligo, Drogheda, Dundalk and Letterkenny as new regional centres under the initiative.
TUS Midlands Unveils Major Innovation Project For Offaly
A new innovation hub, bio-refinery, and living lab are planned for Drumcaw or Mount Lucas.
Longford Westmeath TD Questions HSE Over Delays In Care For Sick Children
Sorca Clarke is asking why the HSE isn't dealing with serious child health cases.
Offaly Boxing Club Recognised For Inspiring Community Impact
Edenderry is one of the sports clubs who benefit from National Lottery Good Causes funding.
EPA Water Report Still Shows Progress - Barry Cowen
The Midlands MEP feels the latest EPA report is being viewed too negatively.
