LaoisToday Reporter
Deaths in Laois – Monday, October 30, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James (Jim) Bertie
Ballybrittas, Laois/Howth, Dublin
The death has occurred of James (Jim) Bertie, Ballybrittas, Co. Laois...
Portlaoise Institute offers Excellent range of Part-Time Modules for January
Portlaoise Institute is excited to announce the availability of 18 part-time modules starting in January 2024. These modules offer flexibility to learners who may...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, October 29, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Byrne
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael Byrne late of “The Forge”, Ballickmoyler and Brighton, England,...
The week that was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - ‘Are they more important in Portlaoise than out the country?’
News that Laois County Council won’t be providing footpath/cycle lanes from two Laois...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, October 27, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Byrne
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael Byrne late of “The Forge”, Ballickmoyler and Brighton, England,...
Sadness at death of Des Carroll, former Garda and legendary Community Games volunteer
The death has occurred this week of Des Carroll, a Wexford native who made a huge contribution to local life in Portlaoise and Laois...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, October 26, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Byrne
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael Byrne late of “The Forge”, Ballickmoyler and Brighton, England,...
Leinster College’s SFC: Seven-goal thriller sees Knockbeg College begin with win away to St...
Knockbeg College 4-12 St Peter's College 3-11
Leinster School's SFC Round 1
Knockbeg College have made the perfect start to their Leinster 'A' SFC campaign as...
SOLAS – Halloween Haunted House, Pumpkin Patch & Best Food in Laois
Halloween Delights Await: Spooktacular Fun, Food, and Frights at SOLAS!
Halloween has arrived, and SOLAS is your perfect destination for a thrilling and memorable celebration....
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, October 25, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Byrne
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael Byrne late of “The Forge”, Ballickmoyler and Brighton, England,...
First Choice Bathroom & Tiles hosting massive warehouse clearance sale this weekend
First Choice Bathrooms & Tiles are hosting a huge warehouse sale this Bank Holiday weekend, October 28-30.
Located beside Mochua Print and Design in Clonminam...
JOB VACANCY: Finline Furniture seeking to hire Production/General Operative
Finline Furniture are seeking a Production or General Operative for their factory in Emo in Laois.
No experience necessary but a good attitude and willingness to learn.
...
Halloween Party on this Saturday in Dowling’s Gala Killenard as busy store celebrates recent...
Dowling's Gala in Killenard has a special Halloween party this Saturday, October 28, from 10am to 1pm.
Hot chocolates, treats, face painting and a scary...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Institute honour 2022-23 students at annual graduation
Portlaoise Institute recently held its annual graduation ceremony, marking the achievements of its students from the 2022/23 academic year, at the Killeshin Hotel.
The event...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Colette Callinan (née Foley)
Graiguecullen, Carlow/Naas, Kildare/Graiguecullen, Laois
Colette Callinan (née Foley) of Monread Heights, Naas, Co. Kildare,...
Portarlington Credit Union delighted to launch Cultivate Loans
Portarlington Credit Union are delighted and very excited to announce that they have launched Cultivate Loans.
If you need an Agri Loan contact Portarlington Credit...
Laois emigrants embrace Lewisham Irish Community Centre in London
There were several Laois emigrants present at a recent event in London, celebrating the Irish diaspora in the city.
Laois/Offaly TD Sean Fleming, Minister for...
Business Briefing: Sales & Marketing at The Maldron Hotel Portlaoise, business news, supports and...
Laois Chamber Alliance CEO, Caroline Hofman, caught up with Rasa McMahon, Sales and Marketing Manager with the Maldron Hotel Portlaoise…
Can you tell us a...
Talking Sport Podcast: Portlaoise reaction from Conor Raggett, Aaron Bergin, Dylan Sheehan and Eoin...
Our latest Talking Sport Podcast is here and this one looks back on the Premier IHC final.
Portlaoise defeated Ballyfin on Sunday and this episode...
All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures as U-20 grades get up and running
With all the adult county finals now completed - as well as all the juvenile grades - the Laois GAA fixture list is at...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Colette Callinan (née Foley)
Graiguecullen, Carlow/Naas, Kildare/Graiguecullen, Laois
Colette Callinan (née Foley) of Monread Heights, Naas, Co. Kildare,...
Carlow College hosting Autumn Open Day this week
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s is opening its doors for its Autumn Open Day this Thursday, 26th October for school leavers, FE students, parents, teachers...
Talking Sport Podcast: Leinster club special – St Joseph’s go down in a thriller,...
The Leinster club championships begun at the weekend and this Podcast looks back on all of the Laois involvement.
There were three games on Saturday...
Talking Sport Podcast: Colt-Shanahoe IHC glory, Damien Walsh, Nathan Dunne and James Keyes plus...
It was another extremely busy weekend of sport and we are here to look back on two elements of it in this Podcast.
The IHC...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, October 23, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Denis Fennell
Park, Stradbally, Laois
Passed away peacefully.
Funeral Arrangements Later
Donal Kirwan
Clonard, Mountrath, Laois
Donal Kirwan, Clonard, Mountrath, Co....
‘We’re buzzing for the final’ – Portlaoise captain, Eoin O’Connor
The long-awaited Premier Intermediate Hurling Championship Final will take place this weekend.
Portlaoise and Ballyfin will contest the decider this Sunday, October 22, in O'Moore...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, October 22, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Denis Fennell
Park, Stradbally, Laois
Passed away peacefully.
Funeral Arrangements Later
Kathleen Fitzhenry (née Somers)
Summerhill Lane, Portlaoise, Laois, R32...
Trumera Community Hall Committee fundraising to support the construct new playground
Trumera Community Hall Committee are fundraising to support the construction of a new playground on their grounds.
Situated in the heart of the community, the...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, October 21, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen Fitzhenry (née Somers)
Summerhill Lane, Portlaoise, Laois, R32 K8XF / Tallaght, Dublin
Formerly of 16 Bolbrook...
Talking Sport Podcast: Justin McNulty returns and Leinster club championship preview
Following the confirmation that Justin McNulty has returned to Laois, Steven Miller and Alan Hartnett are here with a special Podcast.
Alan was part of...