So far, 15 candidates have declared their intention to run for the constituency.
A Laois councillor is to contest the upcoming general election for Labour.
Portlaoise's Noel Touhy is throwing his hat in the ring after party rep Eoin Barry decided not to enter the race last week.
The retired prison officer has been a member of the county council since 2014.
So far, 15 candidates have declared their intention to run in the Laois/Offaly constituency.
Offaly Man Appointed Head Of Sales For Penneys
Fintan Costello will take on the role in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Hauliers Suspend Protest As Government Agrees To Talks
A protest from hauliers was scheduled to take place today.
Enoch Burke Challenges Prison Transfer As Unlawful In High Court
Mr Burke was transferred to Castlerea Prison on March 1st.
National Famine Way Roadshow Arrives In Westmeath Today
The roadshow comes in advance of a nine day remembrance walk along the route in May.
Gardai Investigating Stolen Cars In Westmeath
The incident happened this morning between 2 and 7 am in Moate.
Sentencing Of €8.4m Cocaine Pilot Delayed After 'Breakdown' With Legal Team
Michal Luczak, 44, was due to appear for sentencing at Mullingar Circuit Criminal Court.
Councillors Push For Local Link Service Between Westmeath Towns
Kinnegad Labour councillor Denis Leonard says it's vital for the area.
Midlands MEP warns EU of 'serious costs crisis'
He's calling on the Commission to consider suspending tariffs on fertiliser imports.
TUS Athlone Students Voice Concerns Over Rising Fuel Costs
It comes as Finance Minister Simon Harris says the government is reviewing the numbers affected by high fuel costs.
Revenue Seize Over €94k Of Contraband In Various Operations
Seizures were made in the Midlands, Dublin, Kilkenny and Rosslare Europort.
Over €7.4 Million Announced For Housing Adaption Grants For Midlands
The grants will improve homes for older people and disabled people in the region.
Three Hour Commute Forced Midlands Woman To Leave Dublin Hospital Job
Deirdre Gowran worked in Crumlin Children's Hospital.
Westmeath Fundraising Committee Seek Volunteers For 24 Hour Walk
'Relay for Life' is returning to Tyrellspass this September to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society.
Snow Could Be On The Cards This Week Despite Longer Evenings
Different parts of the country woke up to snow on Friday morning.
First Laois Finalist In National Heritage Awards
The Malt House is based in Stradbally.
'Hocus Pocus… No More Focus' Driver Caught In Laois Hours Into Driving Ban
The driver is due to appear before the courts.
Tolü Makay And Katelyn Cummins Into Dancing With the Stars Final
The midlands stars will be performing for victory this Sunday.
Over €65K Funding For Midlands Agricultural Shows
The shows are taking place in summer this year.
Westmeath TD Condemns Arson Attacks On Westmeath Churches
Churches in Castletown Geoghegan and Kilbeggan were attacked over the weekend.
Road Hauliers Warn Of Rolling Protests Over Rising Fuel Costs
Hauliers want to see carbon tax abolished.
