Over 70 homes are set to benefit.
Planning permission for a long-awaited midlands flood relief scheme is expected to be submitted next February.
The Portarlington project is expected to protect 72 homes upon its completion, and will target years of issues along Botley Lane and Patrick Street.
Construction is projected to commence in July 2026, and should be complete by 2029.
Laois Offaly Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley is calling for the OPW to advance the project:
Midlands MEP Challenges EU As Housing Funding Falls Short
He wants concrete action in the next EU budget.
Penalty Shootout Heartache Breaks Irish Hearts In Prague
Czechia are now just 90 minutes away from a spot at this year's World Cup.
Jadotville Monument Being Unveiled In Westmeath
The event takes place at 11am in Mullingar.
Childcare Consultations To Take Place Next Month In Midlands
The consolations will aim to improve the childcare system
11% Of Tests Cancelled Over New Insurance Rule By RSA
It comes under a new rule agreed between driving testers through Forsa and the bod.
Longford-Westmeath TD Blasts Opposition Over Being Called 'Lackey'
Kevin Boxer Moran feels there's unfair name calling by the opposition against Independent TD's.
More Supports Needed For Meals On Wheels - Irish Rural Link
Its CEO, Ballycumber's Seamus Boland says those who use the network are still worried about the cost of living.
Midlands Social Entrepreneurs Encouraged To Apply To Impact Programme
Social Entrepreneurs Ireland is running the nine month course.
€1 Million Lotto Jackpot Won In Westmeath
14, 15, 16, 30, 37, 38 and the bonus was 31.
Retention Approved For Former Laois Pub Converted To IPAS Accommodation
Submission's were sent to convert Peader’s Bar on Mary Street in Durrow last July.
Tanaiste Sending Enterprise Minister To Laois
Longford Westmeath TD Peter Burke is being asked to focus on investment for Laois.
New Refurbished Penneys Opens In Laois
The revamp has brought with it a number of new jobs.
Ireland In Czechia For Crucial World Cup Play Off
A win will move Ireland to within 90 minutes of the World Cup in North America.
Laois Senator Pushes For Construction Start Date At Special School
St. Francis School in Portlaoise is facing overcrowding with 20 classes in 14 classrooms.
LOETB STEAM Showcase Taking Place Today
Nine schools across the counties are showing off their skills at Portlaoise College today.
Midlands House Prices Continue To Rise
Prices for a three-bedroom semi-detached house are going up, according to Daft.ie.
Westmeath Pride Celebrating Síle na Gig For Pride 2026
Heartlands Pride is creating a stylised float honouring the ancient symbol.
Pharma Giant Set To Take Over Offaly IDA Site
New jobs are set to be created over the next few months.
Family Of Man Killed In Edenderry Fire Say He Had Nowhere Else To Go
Christopher Holt died in a fire at the home on Tuesday.
IRHA President Calls For More Haulier Supports
Rosenallis's Ger Hyland is repeating calls for HVO fuel supports.
