Alan Hartnett
Stradbally native Alan Hartnett is a graduate of Knockbeg College who has worked in the local and national media since 2008. Alan has a BA in Economics, Politics and Law and an MA in Journalism from DCU. His happiest moment was when Jody Dillon scored THAT goal in the Laois senior football final in 2016.
Three Laois clubs in Leinster action as Ballyfin and Clonad begin while Camross contest...
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It is a busy Saturday on the GAA...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College students shake things up for Geography Week
Portlaoise College was buzzing with excitement last week as students brought the world to life during Geography Week, showcasing their creativity, curiosity and passion...
Laois U-20 FC: Stradbally Parish Gaels claim home semi final following win over Killeshin
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Stradbally Parish Gaels 0-11 Killeshin 1-1
Laois U-20 FC...
Stage set as Ballyfin Players prepare three one-act plays at Mountmellick Community Arts Centre
The Ballyfin Players return to the stage this November with a lively evening of drama, comedy, and community spirit.
Their three One-Act Plays, will run...
Laois Senator calls for urgent action on long-delayed Rathdowney Fire Station project
Sinn Féin Senator Maria McCormack has called on the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage to urgently progress the long-delayed Rathdowney Fire Station...
All-Ireland success evades Laois at Wallball Championship Finals
Kilglass in Roscommon played host to the All-Ireland Wallball Championship Finals last weekend with Laois represented by two players at these finals.
In the Men’s...
In Pictures: Laois community groups to lead on climate action with new funding programme...
The launch event for Phase two of the Community Climate Action Programme fund took place recently at Abbeyleix Vitality Hub with 37 community group...
Laois hosts first Upcycling Workshop in partnership with Rediscovery Centre
The EU Just Transition Officer for Laois, Stephanie Kelly, hosted an upcycling workshop in Laois at The CUBE Low Carbon Centre of Excellence, Portlaoise,...
In Pictures: Retirement function held for long-serving member of successful Laois company
There was a big crowd in attendance at the Midlands Park Hotel last month as a Laois company held a retirement function for one...
Laois Chamber Alliance holds Annual General Meeting and welcomes new chairperson
Laois Chamber Alliance held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently, at the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel, where members gathered to review the organisation’s achievements over...
Laois Macra to host country music night fundraiser in Durrow
Laois Macra is gearing up for a great night out next Saturday, November 8, as the club hosts a Country Music Night in the...
Cumann na mBunscol: Replay joy for Presentation Portarlington as they finally get the better...
Presentation Portarlington 1-6 St Colman's Stradbally 2-2
Roinn 6 Girls Championship Final Replay
St Colman’s NS from Stradbally and Presentation Portarlington battled it out for Cumann...
Laois County Council’s Live Well Expo wins national Age Friendly Award
Laois County Council’s flagship Health and Wellbeing Event, the Live Well Expo, was honoured with the Active and Healthy Ageing Award at the annual...
Laois TD calls for preparations to begin for the reunification of Ireland North and...
Laois Indepdent TD Brian Stanley says that now is the time to begin the process for the reunification of Ireland.
Deputy Stanley outlined his case...
Laois teenager set to star as Republic of Ireland begin first ever U-17 World...
The Republic of Ireland will begin their first ever U-17 World Cup campaign later today and a Laois man is among the 21-player squad.
Portarlington's...
Laois footballers and hurlers learn their fate as O’Byrne and Walsh Cups return for...
After a one year hiatus, the GAA's pre-season football and hurling competitions are due to return in 2026.
In the first weekend of January, the...
€152,350 grant allocated from Outdoor Recreational Funding for Slieve Bloom Tourism Project
€152,350 has been allocated to Laois County Council for the Slieve Bloom Signage Strategy through the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme.
This will deliver walking trails...
Foróige Old Bank Youth Centre set to host Open Night later this month
Foróige Old Bank Youth Centre in Portlaoise is set to host an Open Night later this month.
On Friday, November 21, the doors will be...
Meals on Wheels Service re-established in Portlaoise after securing funding from soon to close...
To better support the county’s older population, the Meals on Wheels service for vulnerable seniors in the Portlaoise area is set to be reintroduced.
The...
Soccer: All the latest CCFL results as Stradbally Town march on in Leinster Junior...
Clonmore/Riverside 1 Stradbally Town 3
Leinster Junior Shield Round 3
After overcoming Leinster Senior League and Wexford League opposition in the previous two rounds Stradbally were...
Laois Football Podcast: New sponsor for Laois Ladies as Meaney Plant Hire comes on...
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The Laois Ladies have a brand new sponsor for the 2026 season...
Entries welcome as Laois Scor na nÓg to take place in November
Laois Scór na nÓg is set to take place on Sunday, November 9, at 4pm in the LOETB Centre of Excellence Portlaoise.
This competition is...
In Pictures: Midlands Regional PPN Meeting Held in Castle Durrow
PPN delegates from across the Midlands Region received a warm welcome to Laois at the stunning Castle Durrow for the latest Midlands Regional Public...
New addiction studies course in Laois launched at Arc Project celebration
A vital boost to supports for Laois people struggling with or recovering from addiction has been announced, with the news that Laois Partnership Company...
Celebration of community pride at Laois County Council Best Estate and Garden awards night
Laois County Council’s annual Best Estate and Garden Awards Night took place recently in the Council Chamber, and proved to be a wonderful celebration...
In Pictures: Scenes of celebration as Portarlington claim Laois SFC glory once again
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Portarlington were crowned champions for the fifth time...
Laois SFC: Murphy penalty crucial as Portarlington win replay and make it five titles...
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Portarlington 1-7 Courtwood 0-7
Laois SFC Final Replay
Portarlington are...
Award for coach and swim club after heroic efforts save the life of Laois...
A coach and a swimming club have received national awards after their heroic efforts saved the life of a Laois teenager following an incident...
Laois shop presented with National Grocery Retail Award for Excellence
Dermot Mulhall’s MACE Mountrath was presented with the award for Excellence in Fresh Food Retailing in a Forecourt at the Checkout National Grocery Retail...
Leinster Wallball success for Laois Handball with titles in adult and juvenile grades
The recently played 2025 Leinster Wallball Championships delivered some notable successes for Laois handball with titles won in both the juvenile and adult grades.
Aoife...