Councillor Fitzpatrick is running in this election as an independent candidate for Offaly.
A general election candidate in Offaly wants to see asylum seekers properly vetted before being placed into communities.
Councillor Eddie Fitzpatrick is running as an Independent after leaving Fianna Fáil last month.
He has been speaking on the issue of up to 20 male asylum seekers living in three bedroom homes in Portarlington.
Mr Fitzpatrick says people are living in fear:
Teenager Charged In Connection With Serious Assault In Westmeath
The victim remains in critical condition.
Westmeath County Council To Raise Palestinian Flag
The motion for this movement was brought up in a council meeting.
Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association Appoint Westmeath President
The Lismacaffrey man was re-elected to the role in ICSA.
Agreement For Large Westmeath Housing Development Signed
Over 570 homes will be built, including 174 social homes.
SIPTU Meets Midlands Fianna Fail TDs Over "Ludicrous" Bord Na Móna Recycling Sale
The worker's union will tell the midlands TDs today they're opposed to the sale.
Two Vehicles Seized In Laois For Not Having Insurance
One car was spotted by Gardaí turning away from a mandatory intoxication checkpoint.
New Emergency Accommodation In Tullamore To House Up To 20 People
Sophia Housing is operating the new Cill Bride Centre.
"Disappointing" Co-opting Results For Midlands Councils - See Her Elected
Four seats were up for grabs following the general election, only one of which has been taken by a woman.
Over €670K Of Contraband Seized Across Midlands, Dublin And Rosslare
Investigations into all seizures made are ongoing.
Westmeath ICSA Presidential Candidate Says Younger Farmers Need Help In Sector
Lismacaffrey's Sean McNamara is running for re-election this evening.
Globetrotting Westmeath Teddy Bears Raise Over €10,000 For Two Charities
The Adventures of teddy bears Captain Paddy & Lucky was launched by Jason Phelan in 2022.
Homes In The Midlands Setting Buyers Back Over €260k
That's according to new figures from the Central Statistics Office.
IRHA Hit Back At More Road Toll Increases
Toll costs have risen for the third time in 18 months.
Two Youths Arrested Over Westmeath Incident That Left Man Seriously Injured
The man in his 30s is currently in critical condition in Beaumont Hospital.
Offaly Woman Departs From Role Of EU Ombudsman
Emily O'Reilly held the position for over 10 years.
Widespread Anger After Offaly Based Company Meets Shortchanged Customers
EcoSolutions Windows Doors and More LTD held a creditors meeting in Tullamore.
Department of Integration State Other Matters Concerning Lissywollen Under Discussion
Nearly 3,000 applicants are without accommodation this year.
ICSA Presidential Candidate Preaches Fairness Ahead Of Election Contest
Daniel Lynam wants to see farmers treated better by inspectors.
Offaly Woman Praised For Waiving Anonymity In Her Case
Lisa O'Meara waived her anonymity to inspire women in similar situations.
EU Mission to Visit Ireland Next Year To Meet Farmers Over Mercosur Deal
Irish beef farmers have major concerns about the deal.
