Micheal Carrigy says it will have economic benefits.
A Longford Westmeath TD is welcoming the news of a "vital" upgrade to the N4.
The N4 Mullingar to Roosky development is projected to cost between €500 million and €1 billion with construction scheduled to begin by 2030.
Fine Gael's Micheal Carrigy believes the improvements will benefit the midlands from an economic standpoint.
He says it can potentially bring great business to the region:
Laois Cathaoirleach Questions Classification Of COVID-19
Covid isn't currently recognised as an occupational illness.
Niall Horan Named 3rd Most Imitated Irish Celebrity
The Mullingar star has over 100 fake pages imitating him.
Caredoc Can End The Threat Of Industrial Action "Tomorrow" - INMO
The out of hours medical services in Offaly, Westmeath, and Longford.
Aontú leader Wants Internal Audit On Denied Disability Payment Applications
In the last 10 years over 144k applications have been denied.
Former Laois Prison Governor Urges Balanced Action Amid High Re-Offending Rates
The latest CSO figures show a rise in re-offenders.
Gardai Attend Westmeath Burglary
The incident took place in Mullingar.
IFA Poultry Chair Warns Farmers Of 'Phenomenally Dangerous' Virus
A Housing Order is in place to prevent the spread.
Midlands MEP Appeals To Maintain Nitrates Derogation
Maria Walsh wants a stable, long-term framework for the Irish agricultural sector.
Laois Councillor Wants Guidance For Local Children On School Admissions
There's over 25 children on the waiting list.
Midlands Showcase Expo
The event is taking place in the TUS International Arena on December 3rd from 10am to 4pm.
Midlands Projects Confirmed For Inclusion In National Development Plan
The upgrade includes long awaited road upgrades across Offaly and Westmeath.
Offaly Company Among Finalists For SFA National Business Awards
The shortlist features 53 businesses from 10 categories.
An Post Rules Out Handling Deliveries Amid Fallout Of Fastway Couriers
Hundreds of Midlands Jobs were lost last month.
Gardaí Searching For Missing Midlands Teen
The 16 year old is missing since May.
Offaly Principal Demands Safety Measures For 'Death Trap' Road
The N52 in Durrow is causing concern for road users.
Wives Of Jozef Puska And His Brothers Separated From Other Prisoners
It follows Marek Puska being attacked last month after starting his sentence.
Enoch Burke Back In Prison For Fourth Time
He had been evading arrest from Gardai since last week.
Gardaí Searching For Missing Laois Teenager
Gardaí are concerned for Lucy Cawley's well-being.
Bird Flu Confirmed In Laois
The Minister for Agriculture is expressing his sympathy to the affected farmer.
Revenue Seize Over €156k Worth Of Contraband
The seizures have been carried out by Revenue officers in intelligence led operations.
