The Moate Action Group estimates there are 20 empty businesses premises in the town.
A new way of thinking is needed to bring a midlands town back to its best.
That's according to Moate Action Group, which estimates there are 20 empty businesses premises in the town.
Sectretary Peter Dolan believes life needs to be breathed back into the area and says the 200 thousand euro in funding the 'Town Centre First' scheme will help.
He says it was once a vibrant town:
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