Recent figures show a drop in tourism.
The Tourism Minister says a new plan to boost the sector will be released in the coming weeks.
CSO figures showed a 23% drop in the number of foreign visitors to Ireland in the first three months of this year.
Longford Westmeath TD and Minister Peter Burke says extending the busy tourist season as much as possible is vital:
Laois Principal Says Thank You Gifts For Teachers Not Necessary
Niamh Campion, Principal of Raheen National School says it can place financial pressure on parents.
Permission Granted For 67 New Homes In Laois
The works began over 20 years ago on the housing estates in Portarlington.
Jozef Puska's Brothers Found Guilty Of Withholding Information During Investigation Into Ashling Murphy's Murder
Their wives have been found guilty of assisting Josef Puska in burning clothes he was wearing when he murdered the 23-year-old schoolteacher in 2022.
Call To Protect Endangered Bird From Dogs At Westmeath Lake
Wader birds at Lough Ree in Athlone are being disturbed by dogs.
Row Sparked Among Laois Councillors On Postponed Meetings
Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick representatives won't sit again in the area until September.
Action Needed On 'Cloning' Tusla Files - Peadar Toibin
A HIQA report earlier this year on the service in the Midlands uncovered the practice.
Laois E-Bike Scheme Hits 50,000k Travelled
Bolt Bikes were introduced into the county last year.
40 Weapons Seized In Midlands Operations
Contraband with an estimated value of€126,600 has also been seized in various operations in the Midlands, Dublin and Rosslare.
Midlands MEP Celebrates Confirmation Of Budapest Pride
Maria Walsh is welcoming the news the event will go ahead despite anti-LGBTQI+ legislation in Hungary.
Preschools Need Better Supports For Additional Needs Children - Carol Nolan
The Independent rep for Offaly is warning operators will leave the sector without proper supports.
Offaly TD Calls For Late-Night Rural Local Link Services
John Clendennen is also calling for a progress update on rural bus stops from the county council.
Emergency Services Attend Midlands Crash
The incident involved three vehicles.
Decision Due On Westmeath Sports Facility
St Brigid's Hurling Club in Dalystown submitted the application.
Laois Walks Festival Returns this Summer
It will include forest trails, mountain hikes and heritage routes.
Laois County Council To Host Derelict Building Grants Advice Sessions
People can learn about eligibility when renovating.
LDA 'Roadblocks Must Be Identified' - Longford Westmeath TD
The Fine Gael rep says homes need to be built quicker.
Report Reveals Local Radio Among Most Trusted News Sources
Over half of people are very interested in news.
Inclusion In Our Local Spaces - Laois Integration Event Taking Place Today
The seminar takes places in Portlaoise this afternoon.
200% Rise In CAMHS First Time Appointment Waiting List 'Unfair' - Sorca Clarke
118 of over 4,000 children are waiting over a year for a first CAMHS appointment are in the Dublin-Midlands region.
Over €80,000 Granted To Midlands Literacy Projects
Literacy projects from financial and digital will receive funding.
