The Green Party rep says she's eager to bring a rural voice to Leinster House.
An Offaly councillor is taking up her new seat in the Seanad today.
The Green Party's Pippa Hackett has been running unopposed in a bye-election to replace her party colleague Grace O'Sullivan - who was elected to the European Parliament in May.
The now Senator Hackett will also contest the next general election in Laois-Offaly.
She says she's eager to represent a rural concerns in Leinster House:
Mullingar Matchmaker Shares Her Top Online Dating Tips
Mullingar's Mairead Loughman from Matchmaker HQ says communication is key
44 Historic Midlands Buildings To Receive State Funding
It comes from the Government's Built Heritage Investment Scheme.
€46.2m Invested in Midlands Regional Roads Network
Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien says it's essential for maintaining connectivity.
Turn2Me Launch Free Online Monthly Support Group For Midlands Parents
The service runs on the second Wednesday of every month until January 2026.
Preferred Option For N4 Road Development Project In Westmeath Published
Westmeath County Council have moved the project to the design phase.
"Who Is The Genius Who Came Up With The Stripes?" - Laois TD Slams New Speed Limit Signs
Brian Stanley believes too many people are left confused over the meaning of the new speed limit signs.
Offaly Family Raise €200k In Two Days For Daughters Life Saving Treatment
"Together for Fiadh" is to raise funds for a life-saving treatment in the US for five year old Fiadh Ronan.
Midlands Production Company Up For Award At Tonight's IFTAS
'Wrecker' by Offaly 'mixed bag media' is up for a nomination in tonight's ceremony in Dublin.
M7 Stone Throwers "Need To Be Taken Out Of Society" - Irish Road Haulage Association
IRHA President Ger Hyland wants the perpetrators met the harshest possible consequences.
Laois Senator Rails Against Suggestion Revenue Will Tax First Responder Vehicles
Maria McCormack does not believe first responders use their vehicles for personal use.
Decision On Location For Arson Trial For Westmeath Man Will Be Made In May
Guo Zhong Chen continues to be remanded in custody.
Longford Westmeath TD Calls For End To Courtroom Counsellor Notes
Sorca Clarke says personal counselling records should never be used against people in court.
Offaly TD Voices Confidence Over Independent Junior Ministers
Carol Nolan is rejecting the 'jobs for the boys' label on the creation of new junior ministries.
Midlands Farmers In Line For €3m In Tillage Payments
The Minister for Agriculture says the tillage sector is an integral part of the Agri-food industry.
"Faster, Warmer, More Efficient Homes" - Minister Launches Construction Skills Course In Offaly
Higher Education Minister James Lawless believes the Mount Lucas courses can bring people back into the education fold.
Westmeath Link Road Closing For A Month Due To Residential Development
The closure is on the Robinson Link Road from April 7th to May 2nd.
Bord Na Mona Workers Meet With Opposition Leaders In Daíl
It's the latest move from Bord na Mona recycling workers as they consider a potential strike.
EU Commission Need To Get Serious About Mercosur - Barry Cowen
The key issues involved are Nitrates Derogation and the Common Agricultural Policy.
Laois TD Questions Arts Council's €6.7m Spend
It's the latest controversy involving a waste of people's money.
New McDonalds Branch Could Open In Westmeath
A decision is due on plans for Mullingar's Lakepoint Retail Park tomorrow.
