Residents of a nearby town had to be evacuated during a flood in 2017.
A Laois river needs major works to prevent it from flooding.
That's according to Cllr Paddy Bracken, who also says cleaning needs to be carried out where the Owenass meets the Barrow as a priority.
Residents in Mountmellick had to be evacuated from their homes when the river burst its banks in November 2017.
The Fianna Rep says the local authority is prepared if flooding does occur:
Midlands Community Groups Encouraged To Apply For Just Transition Funding
The Regenerative Tourism And Replacement Scheme is worth a total of €17m to be divided up among various projects.
Three People Arrested Following Drugs Seizure In Laois
Drugs were seized from the passengers of a car stopped by Gardaí.
Betting Industry "Not Doing Enough" To Tackle Problem Gambling
It's estimated over 130,000 in Ireland can be classed as having a problem.
Hoped UK Government Would "Be More Respectful" To Ireland With Immigration Along The NI Border
A Midlands North West Candidate has written to the First Minister of Northern Ireland.
Two Possible Routes Have Been Identified For Greenway Serving Westmeath
The greenway will travel between Kilbeggan and Mullingar.
Midlands GAA Club Left "Devastated" By Damage To Clubhouse
The incident happened between Sunday night and Monday morning.
Appeal For Help Launched To Find Missing Westmeath Woman
She's been missing since April 26th.
Calls To Implement Laois Road Safety Officer
An Independent Councillor is asking the local authority to follow in the footsteps of other County Councils.
Laois One Of Four Counties Without A Road Death In 2024
There have been over 70 deaths so far this year on Irish roads.
Offaly Woman Elected President of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann
After many years in the Killeigh CCÉ branch Attracta Brady is now the National president
Missing Laois Teen Found Safe And Well
He had been missing since Sunday night.
Countdown On For Bambie Thug's Eurovision Performance
They'll be hoping to see Ireland through to the final.
New Campaign Urges People To Store Medical Details In Fridge
The 'Message in a Bottle' initiative was launched on Thursday.
Woman Seriously Injured Following Westmeath 'Incident'
It occurred on Friday evening.
Athlone Needs More Bus Services - Green Party
The town has seen the withdrawal of two services in recent years.
Bord Na Móna Accused Of "Failing To Maintain" Offaly Parkland
Lough Boora Discovery Park is being described as being in poor condition at the moment.
Westmeath Schools Awarded For Films In Aid Of Mental Health
Students created pieces to promote positive mental health.
Offaly Dental Clinic Passes Inspection With Flying Colours
13 health standards were examined during the inspection.
East And Midlands Second Most Popular Region For Domestic Overnight Stays
The region claimed over 30% of domestic tourists in the final three months of 2023.
Westmeath Air Corps Member Had "Fascination" With Defence Forces
Mourners gathered for the funeral of the Lieutenant today.
