New funding to improve library facilities across Laois announced
New Government funding has been announced to improve library facilities in Laois, Fine Gael TD Charlie Flanagan has said.
Deputy Flanagan was speaking after Minister...
‘Palpable sense of grief’: Laois priest on how the loss of traditional funerals has...
A Laois parish priest has explained how the loss of a traditional Irish funeral has exacerbated the grief that is being experienced by the...
In Pictures: Sun shines bright on Timahoe Heritage Festival
Organisers of the Timahoe Heritage Festival couldn't have hoped for a better weekend as the hugely popular annual event took centre stage again in...
In Pictures: History made as first ever ‘toy swap’ in Laois a big success
The first-ever Toy Swap in Laois was held on Saturday, 20 December 2025 in St Mary Hall in Portlaoise.
Families from across the county attended...
Sadness in sporting and farming circles at the death of Mountmellick’s John Challoner
The death has occurred of John Challoner from Mountmellick at the age of 63.
John, originally from Mountbellew in Galway, worked as an agricultural advisor...
Sadness at death of Peter Carroll in Portlaoise
There's sadness in Portlaoise today following the death of Peter Carroll, a man who contributed hugely to Portlaoise and Laois GAA.
His funeral mass will...
Emo community to help the environment and raise funds for a worthy cause
A battery won't be left in Emo by the time this initiative finishes.
Emo Tidy Towns, Emo National School, Laois County Council and WEEE Ireland...
TD urges opposition at all costs to hospital downgrade
The proposed closure of accident and emergency services in Portlaoise will undoubtedly put lives at risk, according to Deputy Fiona O’Loughlin.
Following media reports of...
Car explosion brings fire services and Gardaí to Laois estate
In the early hours of this morning, a car exploded in a Portlaoise estate according to at least one eye-witness.
The explosion happened at roughly...
In Pictures: Stradbally parade returns in style as huge turnout in the Little Town
The Stradbally St Patrick's Day parade returned in all its glory this morning as a huge crowd turned out - to both take part...
In Pictures: Laois woman cycles 500km for suicide and mental health awareness
People are willing to go to any lengths for a cause they care about, as one young Portlaoise woman has shown since she began...
Now’s your chance to nominate your local heroes in Laois
The People of the Year awards is back and the search is on to find local heroes in Laois.
The awards are for, "ordinary people...
Orange weather warning for Laois with snow and ice on way
A Status Orange snow and ice alert has been issued for Laois and 16 other counties this weekend, as some areas around the country...
Management of Ballyhoura bike trail predict big success for Slieve Bloom project
The managers of the Ballyhoura Bike Trail in Limerick have given their backing for the mountain bike trail in the Slieve Bloom mountains, predicting...
Laois students celebrate cycling success at National Awards in Galway
Four cycling ambassadors from Portlaoise College; Aeon, Celina, Kinga, and Emilia — have been recognised for their leadership and innovation in promoting cycling among...
Laois town set to get new Primary Health Care Centre
Mountrath is to get a new Primary Health Care Centre at a new location in the town.
The Minister for State at the Department of...
Sadness at the passing of well-known Portlaoise man
The death has occurred of Denzil Mills from Portlaoise, a man who was very well-known through his involvement with Portlaoise Rugby Club and who...
Coronavirus Daily Noticeboard – Thursday, May 14, 2020
Latest Figures
1,506 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 10 from yesterday.
While there has been a total of 426...
Coronavirus: One more death and 24 new cases but numbers in hospital at lowest...
Health officials have confirmed that a one further person has died from Covid-19 in Ireland while they have announced 24 new confirmed cases.
There has...
WATCH: Laois musician teams up with Midlands Sign Language group for new love song
A Portlaoise artist is releasing an orginal track featuring the Midland's Irish Sign Language (ISL) group.
Anti-folk artist Joe S is releasing the very special...
Laois train users advised of disruption for two weeks due to ‘track removal works’
Iarnród Éireann has reminded customers on the Limerick to Ballybrophy via Nenagh line that two weeks of track renewal works will take place.
These will...
Laois duo to attempt novel fundraising challenge in aid of Cuisle Centre
What's Batman without Robin?!
Two Laois men are going to take on a very novel challenge later this month as they attempt to cycle and...
New signage needed to show use of E-Scooters on footpaths is illegal
New signage could be on the way to County Laois to drive home the message that the use of E-Scooters on footpaths is illegal.
While...
Alcoholics Anonymous group to hold public information event in Portlaoise
A Laois support group has announced it will hold an open meeting at the end of the month to help spread awareness about the...
In Pictures: Huge crowd turn out in Vicarstown to celebrate 90th birthday of legendary...
It was a packed house in Crean's in Vicarstown on Tuesday night as the community celebrated the 90th birthday party of one of the...
Thousands of Laois people set to benefit from Fuel Allowance changes
The national fuel allowance scheme for the 2022/23 season will help many households in County Laois with their winter heating costs, a Fine Gael...
Death occurs of Des Browne, much-loved Portlaoise jeweller
The death has occurred of Des Browne senior, the man who established Browne's Jewellers in Portlaoise and a man highy-regarded in business and sporting...
In Pictures: Vision, imagination and generosity praised as Carrigmeal Woodland Walks is officially opened
The vision, imagination and generosity of landowner James Deegan on Monday afternoon as Minister Heather Humphreys officially opened the Carrigmeal Woodland Walks, a stunning...
RTE Nationwide programme set to broadcast from Shine in Emo Court this Saturday as...
It's all systems go in Emo Court this week as Laois Chamber of Commerce and Emo GAA club prepare for Shine 2022, a new one-day trade-fair...
Portlaoise ICU nurse walking 100 miles to raise money for the Mater Foundation
A Portlaoise ICU nurse is walking 100 miles in order to raise funds for The Mater Foundation.
Gerard Hosey, who lives in Carlow, was inspired...
