He believes rural Ireland holds the solution to the accommodation crisis.
Villages in Laois are being decimated without plans to build new homes.
They're the words of Councillor Ollie Clooney, who says local communities are being forgotten about.
He believes rural Ireland holds the solution to accommodating a growing population.
The independent rep says it's time to focus on countryside communities:
High Court Rules Enoch Burke's Transfer To Castlerea Lawful
His application claiming his move was unlawful has been dismissed.
Disqualified Driver Caught For DUI In Laois
A roadside drug test returned positive for cannabis and cocaine.
Colaiste Mhuire Mullingar: All Ireland Champions
The Westmeath school secured their first Hogan Cup victory after a thrilling final.
Westmeath Town Set For Major Job Boost
Mullingar ETIC will construct a new structure.
History Of Westmeath Lake explored in new Documentary Series
The films will be screened tomorrow.
Public Garda Appeal Over Missing Offaly Man
Keith McCaffrey was reported missing from Tullamore on St Patrick's Day.
Revenue Seize Over €4m Of Contraband
The detections were made as a result of risk profiling and intelligence led operations.
Joint Water Safety Appeal Issued Ahead Of Saint Patrick's Day
RNLI, Irish Coast Guard and Water Safety Ireland are urging people to celebrate safely tomorrow.
Laois Offaly Gardai Launch Speed Reduction Campaign
The campaign to urge motorists to slow down will continue through the summer.
Laois Teenager Launches Own Barbershop
17 year old Ben O'Doherty has opened Evolution Barbers in Rathdowney.
Historic Offaly Gastropub Hits Market For Under €500k
Hennessy’s in Ferbane, is a seven-day licensed premises.
Gardaí Warn Against Driving Under The Influence
It comes following road fatalities.
Laois Ladies Football Legend Honoured By County Council
Sue Ramsbottom is a Ladies Gaelic Football Hall of Famer.
Westmeath Defence Expert Questions US Iran Strategy
The US president is currently demanding allies step in to help keep the shipping route open.
Midlands Preps For Colourful St Patrick's Day Events
There's fun filled events taking place across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath.
Dovida Invites Midlands Communities To National Hiring Day
The Tullamore event is part of a nationwide recruitment initiative.
HSE Apologises Over Offaly Wedding Registrations Gap
A similar issue arose in 2024.
'Illegal Mobile Pharmacy' Shut Down In Laois
The motorist was discovered to be an unaccompanied learner.
Midlands Star Wins Glitterball After Stunning Performances
Katelyn Cummins is this year's Dancing with the Stars champion.
Gardaí Appealing For Witnesses To Fatal Westmeath Crash
A man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene of the incident.
