Local TD calls for jobs to be protected as Glanbia Cheese is sold
Independent TD for Laois-Offaly Carol Nolan has said she fully expects the positions of the existing work force of Glanbia Cheese to be protected.
This...
‘Find your voice and use it’ says Laois children’s author as he launches fourth...
It may be a long way from the Champs-Élysées to Killeen but Brendan McDonald has brought the two together in writing and publishing his...
Calls for Government to provide full contributory pension to foster parents
A Laois County Cllr has called on Roderic O'Gorman TD, Minister for Children, Equality, Disability and Youth, and Heather Humphries TD Minister for Social...
Graffiti removed from beloved Laois landmark after ‘criminal’ damage done last month
Last month, LaoisToday revealed pictures of shocking vandalism on one of Laois’s most loved tourist attractions.
The Rock of Dunamase was the scene of a graffiti...
Laois Macra na Feirme set to host National variety show semi final
Laois Macra na Feirme are hosting the National FBD Capers Semi-Final on Saturday 11th January in Mountmellick Macra Hall.
Doors opening at 7.00pm.
Teams from Mountmellick,...
Sadness following the passing of Laois publican
There is sadness in the village of Timahoe today following the passing of one of their publicans.
Liam Rambottom, of Ramsbottoms Bar in the village,...
Portlaoise roundabout renamed on honour of legendary figure from Irish Country Women’s Association
Laois County Council and the Laois Federation ICA have officially named the roundabout on N80 at Fairgreen.
It has been named in honour of Lucy...
Appalling situation as people charged with serious crimes ‘kicking out’ at those seeking justice...
"I have witnessed people charged with serious crimes kicking out or jostling into other who are there to seeking help from the courts."
A meeting...
2022 Remembered: In Pictures: Stradbally parade returns in style as huge turnout in the...
A return to normality in March as schools and local groups from around Stradbally created a St Patrick’s Day parade to remember.
The Stradbally St...
New special education needs facility approved for Mountrath Community School
A new special education needs facility, consisting of three classrooms, has been approved for Mountrath Community School.
This involves the reconfiguration of six existing mainstream...
Laois school set for car wash fundraiser this Sunday
A Laois primary school are all set for their big fundraiser this weekend.
Members of The Heath National School are going to be looking to...
Rosenallis man honoured by the St Vincent de Paul in London
A Laois man has been honoured by the St Vincent de Paul of England and Wales for his great contribution as a member of...
Coronavirus Daily Noticeboard – Thursday, April 30, 2020
Coronavirus update and Laois cases
1,232 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 43 from yesterday.
While there has been a...
42 extra childcare places to be provided in Portlaoise following €309,000 investment
An extra 42 after school childcare places are set to become available in Portlaoise following a €309,475 government investment.
Birchgrove Childcare Centre in Portlaoise currently...
Local senator calls for the establishment of safe access zones ‘to be expedited’
A local senator has called on the Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to expedite the establishment of safe access zones around the locations of...
Great entertainment assured as Drive-in Bingo ready to go at last for Killeshin GAA...
Killeshin GAA have had to overcome plenty of stumbling blocks this year as they seek to get the club back running as normal as...
New government grants for parent and toddler groups available in Laois
New government grants will be available for Parent and Toddler Groups in Laois, according to Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council and Fine Gael Councillor,...
Meet the Laois man proudly flying our flag and making a big impact in...
Having set sail from Cobh for New York on Easter Sunday 1955 with his parents and four siblings, Mike Dunphy remembers the passengers cheering...
In Pictures: Graduation for Portlaoise Institute as 2023/2024 students celebrated
Portlaoise Institute hosted its annual graduation ceremony at the Killeshin Hotel, celebrating the achievements of students from the 2023/24 academic year.
The event marked a...
BREAKING NEWS: Fire blocks M7 Motorway in Laois
The Dublin to Limerick motorway was blocked southbound at Junction 21 Borris-in-Ossory as emergency services dealt with a grass fire at the side of...
Second confirmed case of Coronavirus in Laois GAA club
A second adult player has tested positive for Coronavirus in the Park-Ratheniska/Timahoe hurling club.
The player was involved in a junior hurling game with the...
Moment In Time: ‘Ríocht na nÓg’ Playground in Castletown is officially opened in 2011
For this week's Moment In Time, we look back on the official opening of 'Ríocht na nÓg' Playground in Castletown in July 2011.
The €100,000...
‘I think people are just surprised to see a young priest’: Fr David Vard...
As a 31-year-old who is an avid Munster rugby fan, is savvy on social media, enjoys travel and dotes on his nephew and nieces,...
Laois teenager shines in unique Abbey Theatre performance for LauraLynn
A Laois teenage boy shone as he took part in a unique production at Dublin’s Abbey Theatre recently.
The performance, entitled The March of the Goldendoodles,...
Laois aunt and niece join forces to ‘get the chop’ for three wonderful charities
A Laois aunt and niece have joined forces to raise money for the Irish Cancer Society, Irish Wildlife Trust and The Rapunzel Foundation.
Laura Gorman...
15-year-old boy missing from Portlaoise
Gardaí are trying to trace 15-year-old Jason Collins, who is missing since April 27.
Jason is described as being 5’ 5’’ with black hair and of medium...
Laois celebrant scoops another major Irish Wedding Industry Award
The winners of the highly coveted weddingsonline awards 2023 were announced recently at a gala dinner celebration at the Mullingar Park Hotel.
Rev Brenda O’Grady,...
New Orienteering Trails launched at Derryounce in Portarlington
Laois Sports Partnership, in partnership with Orienteering Ireland, has officially launched the Derryounce Orienteering Trails.
The trails are now available on the MapRun App, allowing...
Laois families wanted to enter a new television talent show
A brand new television talent show has been announced and a call has been issued for Laois' most talented families to enter.
TG4, in conjuction...
People First Credit Union announced as finalists in four categories at All-Ireland Credit Union...
People First Credit Union has been shortlisted as a finalist in four categories at this year’s All-Ireland Credit Union Awards.
The prestigious national event celebrates...
