The biggest drop comes in Westmeath where they're down by 93%.
There's been a sharp decline in the number of new home commencements across the Midlands when compared to last year.
New data from the Housing Department shows 38 new homes began across Laois, Offaly and Westmeath in May.
That means commencements in Westmeath this year are down 93 per cent when compared to 2024.
They're down 90% in Laois, and 86% in Offaly.
Study Links Strength Training To Longer Life
Study shows physical exercise can help lower the risk of death.
Jozef Puska Abandons Bid To Appeal Conviction For Ashling Murphy's Murder
He’s currently serving a life sentence for the murder of Ashling Murphy in January 2022.
Gardaí Arrest Driver And Seize Vehicle On M7 In Laois
The motorist was stopped for driving unaccompanied on a learner permit.
Enterprise Minister Rules Out Ongoing Excise Duty Cuts As Fuel Prices Rise
Diesel prices could rise by 10 cents and petrol by 2 cents this weekend.
Vigil Taking Place For Woman Murdered In Laois Next Friday
Adina Raluca Constantin will be remembered by the community in Portlaoise's Memorial Park.
RTE Must Answer Further Questions On Overspending - Micheál Carrigy
The Longford-Westmeath TD feels it's needed in order to restore trust in the broadcaster.
€2M Worth of Drugs Seized Across Midlands
Cannabis jellies containing THC and HHC were seized.
Status Yellow Weather Warning For Midlands
Temperatures are due to go above 27 degrees.
Funeral Today For Westmeath Crash Victim
She lost her life alongside two others in a crash in Malaga.
Laois Local Studies Launches 2026 Summer History Talks Programme
The first talk takes place this evening.
Supermacs Owner Sees Growth Opportunity In The UK
The company has built up assets worth almost €300 million.
"Passion, Humour And A Good Heart" - Funeral Held For Second Westmeath Malaga Crash Victim
The funeral of Mark McCullagh Crichton took place this afternoon in Mullingar.
Laois Gardaí Renew Appeal For Witnesses To Single Vehicle Crash
The incident took place in Portlaoise last month.
Westmeath Malaga Victim "Leaves Behind A Legacy Full Of Love"
Michaela Newcombe remains are being cremated at Lakelands Crematorium in Cavan this afternoon.
Offaly Man Recounts Life Saving Moment 21 Years On From London Terror Attacks
Daingean's William Edgill avoided one of the attacks on the morning of July 7th 2005.
Laois GAA Club Bans E-Scooters And E-Bikes From Club Grounds
Graiguecullen GAA is implementing the initiative.
Status Yellow High Temperature Warning Issued For Midlands
It's in effect from 1 pm tomorrow until Sunday morning.
Law Society Will Write To Laois Judge Over Comments
Judge Andrew Cody was highly ciritical of solicitors failing to provide legal aid in Portlaoise this week.
Enoch Burke To Take Legal Challenge Against Disciplinary Appeals Panel
It's the third time court action has been taken by him against an appeals panel.
Longford-Westmeath TD Demands Further Action For Mental Health Care
Sorca Clarke is saying more needs to be done to deliver improvements.
