There are currently only three representatives in the region.
The Labour Leader is seeking female representatives to rebuild the party in the midlands.
As it stands, there are only three elected reps in the region - two councillors in Westmeath and one in Laois, all of whom are men.
Ivana Bacik is in Westmeath today, and says Labour's focus on equality, feminist campaigns and economic justice make it a suitable destination for women.
She says there's still a desire for the party's policies:
Westmeath Town Becoming Increasingly Popular To Live In
Jennifer Walsh from the Castlepollard office of Davitt & Davitt says the town is gaining popularity among commuters.
Midlands Celebrity Chef Asks People To Be Mindful Of Food Waste
New EPA figures shows €60 worth of food is being dumped in bins every month.
Local Development Group Seek Volunteers For Care and Repair Scheme
Castlepollard Local Development is hoping to set up its own branch soon.
ESB Upgrading Electricity Capacity in Laois
ESB is upgrading two transformers at its Pallas station in Portlaoise.
Midlands MEP Calls For Longer Ban On Brazilian Beef
Ciaran Mullooly says it should take anywhere from 2 to 10 years for Brazilian beef to return to EU markets.
Westmeath Town Undertaking Training To Become Dementia Friendly
A local plan launched in Castlepollard has helped over 100 people so far this year.
Lough Ennell Search Ends Following Discovery Of A Man's Body
The search had been ongoing for ten days.
Man Appears In Court Over Strangulation Accusation
The man will return to court on October 27th.
