She's now received the backing of both Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael.
A midlands councillor looks set to be unopposed in her bid to win a seat in the Seanad.
Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael will both support the Green Party's Pippa Hackett to replace Grace O'Sullivan - who has become an MEP.
If elected, Councillor Hackett would be the only sitting senator from the Laois/Offaly area.
She says she isn't worried about a looming general election and the possibility of a short term in the Seanad:
Meath Case Detected As Bird Flu Spread Continues
A turkey flock in Meath has been isolated after the detection.
Archaeological Finds Uncovered In Westmeath
Discoveries included clay tobacco pipes and pottery.
Laois Councillor Calls For Rightsizing Housing Policy
Caroline Dwane Stanley says its needed for some older homeowners.
Stronger E-Scooter Laws Needed - Carol Nolan
Deputy Nolan feels they're becoming more of a danger in Midlands towns.
Offaly Blogger Shares Cost Saving Christmas Gift Tips
Offaly's Caz Mooney runs irishbudgeting.com and shares her top advice.
Midlands Hospital Apologises Over Westmeath Woman's Cervical Cancer Diagnosis
The case was heard in the High Court today.
National Housing Order For Poultry Confirmed
The Department of Agriculture say it comes into effect on Monday.
Offaly Cathaoirleach Calls Out Sinn Fein Councillor Over Livestreaming Campaign
John Leahy says a motion on the matter has already been passed.
Gardai Arrest Man Over Hijacked Car In Midlands
He's being held in relation to an incident in Roscrea and another vehicle theft in Cork.
IFA Calls For Poultry Housing Order As Bird Flu Cases Rise
More than 40 cases of H5N1 have been reported in 2025.
Man And Woman Arrested After Public Order Incident In Offaly
Reports indicate a man was seen shouting at people in Edenderry yesterday afternoon.
Meals On Wheels Returns To Laois Town After Two Year Gap
Funding has been secured for its short term future.
Midlands Pride Festival Kicks Off Today
Heartlands Pride 2025 will take place from the 7th - 9th of November.
Gardai Praise Safety Organisation For Hard Work
Muintir na Tire were awarded for 40 years of community safety work in Laois.
Westmeath Councillor Calls For Compromise On Housing Development
A planned 125 residential units and childcare facility for Kinnegad is on appeal to An Comisiun Pleanala.
Offaly Councillor Proposes Livestreamed Local Authority Meetings
Sinn Fein Councillor for Offaly Aoife Masterson says it's to ensure accountability to the public.
Revenue Seize Over €570k In Contraband
The detections were made as a result of risk profiling and intelligence led operations.
Westmeath Volunteers Recognised At Water Safety Awards
Westmeath Water Safety had eight winners on the night.
Westmeath Hospital Among Top Earners Of Public Health Funds
The Charter Medical Private Hospital in Mullingar was one of the highest earners.
Calls For Accountability Over State Covered Tax Errors
New FOI documents uncover pay mistakes among senior and retired officials.
