In Pictures: All smiles as several housing developments containing 252 homes opened in Laois
Minister for Housing, Darragh O'Brien, was in Laois today where he officially opened several housing developments across the county.
On a whistle-stop tour, the Fianna...
Young talent from Laois take to the field at Aviva Stadium for the rugby...
Students from Ballylinan National School were showing off their rugby skills at the AVIVA Stadium recently.
The students were among more than 350 children from...
Darkness Into Light Portarlington set to host ‘the most important sunrise of the year’
"The most important sunrise of the year" is less than three weeks away, as the Darkness into Light 5km walks will get underway across...
First ever cost rental homes scheme set to be officially opened in Laois
Minister for Housing, Darragh O'Brien, is set to open the first ever cost rental homes scheme in Laois today.
The Fianna Fail TD will be...
More than €1.1 million in funding announced for rural areas in Laois
A funding allocation of €1,106,270 has been granted for repairs and improvements on non-public rural roads and laneways.
This funding will fall under the Local...
‘Don’t let the fear of cancer and chemo stop you from seeking help’ –...
A Ballybrittas woman is sharing her experience of bowel cancer in a bid to increase awareness of the second most common of all cancers...
Late Adam Kirwan remembered as GAA President pays special visit to Mountrath Community School
Monday last was a proud day for the students and staff of Mountrath Community School as they welcomed GAA President Jarlath Burns to the...
In Pictures: Laois students organise creative charity fundraiser ‘Anything But a Bag Day’
A Laois school has undertaken a wonderful new initiative as they continue their path to a more sustainable future.
In a display of creativity and...
In Pictures: Laois company honoured with two prestigious business awards
A Laois business owner has become the proud recipient of two prestigious honours recently.
Founder and CEO of G’s Gourmet Jams, Ms Helen Gee, has...
International business students from SETU Carlow identify major tourist potential of Laois town
A group of international student's from one of the region's leading universities have given a presentation to Laois County Council this week, offering ideas,...
Young Laois person receives Garda Youth Award for his ‘commitment to choosing the right...
A young person from Laois has been honoured at the 2024 Laois/Offaly Garda Divisional Youth Awards, held in the Killeshin Hotel in Portlaoise.
Danny Talbot,...
Abbeyleix Tidy Towns group to receive Civic Reception following All-Ireland success
Laois County Council will host a Civic Reception for Abbeyleix Tidy Towns, following the town’s All-Ireland victory last year.
The group will be welcomed to...
The Woodenbridge, a tourism attraction in south Laois, has officially reopened
The rebuilding of the iconic Woodenbridge on the River Erkina and the upgrading of its sister bridge on the canal section was officially opened...
Laois youth group honoured at Garda Youth Awards for their dedication to community inclusivity
A group of young people from Laois have been honoured at the 2024 Laois/Offaly Garda Divisional Youth Awards, held in the Killeshin Hotel in...
Laois students who endured tremendous personal loss honoured at Garda Youth Awards
A group of young people from Laois have been honoured at the 2024 Laois/Offaly Garda Divisional Youth Awards, held in the Killeshin Hotel in...
Works to begin on new Kolbe School ‘in weeks’ says Laois TD following Education...
Laois TD Charlie Flanagan says that construction to build the new Kolbe Special School in Portlaoise will commence 'in weeks'.
This was the conclusion that...
Three Laois students receive All-Ireland scholarships to cover duration of their studies
Three Laois students have been awarded an All Ireland Scholarship which will cover the full duration of their undergraduate studies.
Jessica Gill, Stanislaw Walkowiak and...
In Pictures: Laois Schools claim big prizes at new LOETB STEAM awards
There was great success for a number of Laois schools at the new LOETB STEAM showcase event in Portlaoise College recently, when the work...
In Pictures: Incredible sum of money raised by Clonaslee St Stephen’s Day walk for...
Clonaslee St Stephen's Day Walk volunteers presented their cheque to members of the Laois Hospice Foundation recently.
A total of €31,878 was presented by Sheila...
Two Laois students win top prizes at 70th edition of Texaco Children’s Art Competition
Two Laois students have won top prizes in this year’s 70th Texaco Children’s Art Competition.
In the 12-13 year age category, Beth Phelan (13), from...
Young Laois girl’s organ donation helps save four people’s lives
There was extreme sadness in a rural Laois community following the tragic death of a young girl in July 2022.
Hannah Kealy from Cremorgan, Timahoe,...
A fourth Vitality Hub announced for Laois will ‘support physical activities, sports and wellness...
Laois Sports Partnership, in association with Sport Ireland, have announced that Laois have received funding for their fourth Community Sports and Physical Activity Hub.
This...
‘Significant milestone’ for Laois school as works commence on new AstroTurf pitch
Portlaoise College is abuzz with anticipation as the commencement of works on its new astroturf pitch marks a significant milestone for the school and...
In Pictures: 96th anniversary of famous flight marked in Portlaoise
On Friday 12th April - 96 years to the day - a special commemorative ceremony was held at Fitzmaurice Place in Portlaoise to mark...
Laois residents suffer harrowing dog attack while walking in Portlaoise
Three Laois residents and their dogs were the victims of a frenzied dog-attack while out walking in Portlaoise town this weekend.
The harrowing experience took...
In Pictures: Friends of Portlaoise Hospital Gala Fundraising Ball a huge success
There was serious style on show at the Midlands Park Hotel on Saturday as the Friends of Portlaoise Hospital hosted a Gala Fundraising Ball.
There...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Rotary Club hosted concert in aid of Kolbe Special School
A fundraising concert in aid of Kolbe Special School took place in Portlaoise on Saturday, April 13 and was well attended.
Portlaoise Rotary Club are...
Laois youth club ‘committed to preserving the best interests of younger children’ honoured at...
A Laois youth club has has been honoured at the 2024 Laois/Offaly Garda Divisional Youth Awards, held in the Killeshin Hotel in Portlaoise.
The Senior...
Fundraising concert in aid of Kolbe Special School to take place on Saturday
A fundraising concert in aid of Kolbe Special School is set to take place in Portlaoise on Saturday, April 13.
Portlaoise Rotary Club are behind...
Laois Garda scoops third place at Mr Personality Festival 2024
A Laois man has scooped third place at the 17th annual Mr Personality Festival, which took place in the Talbot Hotel Clonmel last week.
Michéal...