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:
Climate Action Groups To Host Event On Sustainable Food In Westmeath
The event will feature guest speakers.
More Focus Needed On Irish Defence To Be A Leading EU Member Says Security Expert
There are concerns over Russian vessels on the edge of Irish waters.
Laois School Will Be Unable To Enroll New Students Without More Space
It is currently operating at 19 classes, while only having capacity for 12.
Kinnegad Library Could Be Open Next Spring
The Kinnegad project is under the the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund.
50 New Jobs Coming To Laois
The facility, which is worth €8m, has just opened in the county.
EU Nature Restoration Law Can Help Sustainable Farming - Rosie Palmer
Ms Palmer is a Green Party candidate for Laois following an unsuccessful local election bid.
Over €5,000 Raised for Family of Premature Offaly Baby
The family of Clonbullogue's Kai Rogers say he's continuing to fight after three cardiac arrests.
Fianna Fail Candidate Promises N52 Link Road
Tony McCormack is underlining transport and housing as key election issues.
Offaly Distillery Wins Recognition At Chairman Awards
The United States and Poland are Ireland's two biggest export markets for whiskey.
24 People To Be Honoured At Garda Youth Awards In Portlaoise
The awards have been running since 2019.
'His Heart Was In Ladies Football' - Tributes Paid To Brendan Martin
Phyllis Hacket Price pays tribute to the Offaly man who has passed away aged 86.
The State Is Paying For Big Party Campaigns - Elaine Mullally
The Independent candidate in Laois believes political parties have an unfair advantage in elections.
Midlands Crafters Taking Part In Popular Fair
The event is being held in Cork over the next two weekends.
Intel Mini Scientist All Ireland Champions To Receive Formal Reception
The event will take place this evening.
67% Of Young People Say Politicians Do Not Consider Policies Impact On Them
The survey was carried out for the National Youth Council's general election manifesto.
Longford-Westmeath Candidate Emphasises Need To Improve Local Transport
The Independent candidate left The Green Party before declaring herself for the upcoming election.
Listen: "You'll Never See A Bookmaker On A Pushbike"
Westmeath's Liam Glynn shares his story as a recovering gambling and alcoholic.
Action Must Be Taken On Housing In Offaly - Fergus McDonnell
Councillor McDonnell's manifesto focuses on immigration and housing.
Man Seriously Injured Following Crash In Offaly
The incident happened this morning.
American Man Charged With Murdering His Father In Laois Hotel
He has been remanded in custody to Cloverhill Prison.
