Work stalled at the moment but Barrow Blueway through Laois still on course to...
Throughout the pandemic, walking, more than any other activity, has increased significantly.
People of all ages have begun walking more frequently with demand for new...
Well-respected businessman and ‘gentleman’ Pat Flanagan remembered
Tributes have been paid to well-known Portarlington businessman Pat Flanagan.
Originally from Johnsgrove, Rosenallis, Pat later lived in Killenard with his wife Mary and their...
€260,000 funding announced to support the enhancement of streetscapes and shopfronts in Laois
Laois County Council has been allocated €260,000 under The Streetscape Enhancement Initiative which will provide funding to property owners to improve the facades and...
In Pictures: Glorious day for Tractor Run in Fisherstown
There was a big crowd in Fisherstown on Sunday afternoon for the annual charity Tractor Run which started and finished at the Fisherman's Thatched...
Laois house prices expected to rise by up to 5% in 2023
The price of the average three-bed semi Laois is expected to rise by 5% in the next 12 months, according to a survey by...
Great excitement as Poet’s Cottage officially opens in Camross
There was great excitement in Camross on Friday as the newly renovated and fully operational Poet's Cottage Cafe was officially opened.
Situated in the heart...
‘Climate un-Laois-ed’ event at Ballintubbert House ignites passion for local climate action
An event has been held in Laois which blended sustainability discussions, music, and social engagement, all with the aim of inspiring climate action at...
Surveying underway in 12 rural Laois areas for National Broadband Plan
National Broadband Ireland (NBI), the company rolling out the new high-speed fibre broadband network under the Government’s National Broadband Plan (NBP), has confirmed that...
Communities encouraged to get involved as Clean Up Laois Week organised for April
Laois County Council are asking local communities to spring into action and join the fight against litter again this Spring.
That is because Clean Up...
Laois Association Dublin suspends membership and all activity due to Covid-19
The Laois Association Dublin has suspended all activities and membership for 2020 due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Announcing the news, chairman Gerry Thompson revealed that...
War in Ukraine: Vigil in Portlaoise, local school does their part and Laois brewery...
Portlaoise vigil
Laois Integration Network are hosting a vigil outside County Hall, in Portlaoise at 6pm this evening, Tuesday, March 8.
Laois people are invited to...
News Diary: Trad concert in Camross in aid of local church, Laois Hospice fundraiser...
Trad concert in Camross for Lacca Church restoration
The local community in Camross have a right night planned in the Community Hall on Sunday, September...
Coronavirus: 10 further deaths and 592 new cases as increased nursing home visits on...
There have been 10 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 592 new cases according to the figures released by the health authorities this evening.
8 deaths occurred...
National Council for the Blind to open new charity shop in Portarlington next week
A charity who specialize in supporting those with sight-loss is set to open a new shop next week.
The National Council for the Blind Ireland...
Planning permission granted for the extension of Laois primary school
Planning permission has been granted to Castletown Primary School for a new extension for two classrooms for children with autism.
These new Autism Spectrum Disorder...
Death occurs of popular Portlaoise pharmacist John Kennedy
The death has occurred of John Kennedy who was a pharmacist in Portlaoise for many years and played a very active role in the...
In pictures: Women’s Rugby World Cup trophy comes to Killeen NS
There was great excitement in Killeen NS last week as the Women's Rugby World Cup trophy came to the school.
As part of the day...
In Pictures: One student receives 625 as Scoil Chriost Ri students celebrate amazing Leaving...
The 2024 Leaving Cert results were announced this morning and Laois students across the various schools have received them.
There were brilliant results in Scoil...
Details confirmed for Laois TDs’ meeting with Minister Harris on hospital future
The three Laois TDs are to meet Minister for Health Simon Harris tomorrow to discuss the proposed downgrading of the Midlands Regional Hospital in...
Armed robbery at Portlaoise off licence
Gardaí are investigating a suspected armed robbery in Portlaoise on Thursday night.
The incident happened at around 8:30pm on Thursday when a man entered Egan’s...
Spink all set to celebrate 40 years of music, dance and song
We’re into the last week before the inaugural Spink Music Festival 'Inspiring' starts in Abbeyleix on Saturday and Sunday March 25 and 26.
The Festival...
New map shows the areas in Laois supplied by water source at centre of...
A Laois community group locked in conflict with Eirgrid over the proposed development of a substation in their area say that the site is...
Laois man remembered in wonderful eulogy by son
Michael (Mick) Mooney, Ashfield, Ballickmoyler, Co Laois, who passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, March 19 had...
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...
First-ever Nursing and Midwifery awards presented at Portlaoise Hospital
Five nurses and midwives at Portlaoise Hospital have been named as winners of the first ever HEART Awards.
H.E.A.R.T stands for Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect...
Fundraiser launched for family of late Laois man following tragic passing
A fundraiser has been launched for the family of a young Laois man following his tragic passing.
On Saturday, Gardaí launched a search for the...
Traffic restrictions around Portlaoise as the Dubs come to town
A crowd of more than 10,000 is expected in O'Moore Park this afternoon as the Dublin footballers take on Laois in the Leinster championship...
Age Friendly Laois launches ‘Reframing Aging’ campaign for Positive Ageing Week
Positive Ageing Week 2022 runs from September 25 to October 1 and celebrates ageing and the contribution and agency of older people.
The theme of...
‘Serious shortcomings’ in Laois ambulance service ‘need to be brought to light,’ and issues...
"Serious shortcomings" in the ambulance service in Laois "need to be brought to light," and issues "need to be addressed."
That is according to Independent...
Meet the amazing Laois mam in the running for a prestigious annual award
This Laois mammy is in the running for a prestigious annual award - having already scooped the April edition.
Portlaoise native Louise Lynam was recently...
