Two points were the difference in Laois' victory.
Five points from Killian Roche helped Laois get the best of Longford in Division Four of the National Football League.
Damon Larkin also found the back of the net as Justin McNulty's side secured a 1-12 2-07 win at home in Laois Hire O'Moore Park.
Westmeath got the best of Offaly in the midlands clash in Division Three - the final scoreline in Glenisk O'Connor Park was 1-11 to 0-10.
Laois manager Justin McNulty says he's satisfied with the courage his side showed in the second half: