Graiguecullen to stay in Laois, proposes Boundary Committee
There is relief for the people of Graiguecullen this evening with the news that the Carlow Boundary Review Committee has opposed any changes to...
‘Nobody who lives in Laois should have to travel to work’
A business networking event held in Portlaoise on Friday morning heard how there is a need for a “skills audit” in the county.
Seamus Delaney,...
Caravans causing a serious issue in Portarlington
Illegal parking in Portarlington was labelled an “absolute disgrace” at the Graiguecullen-Portarlington Municipal Authority meeting this week.
Cllr Tom Mulhall said illegal parking and temporary...
Council backs legalisation of cannabis
Laois County Council has backed a motion in support of medicinal cannabis, to help people suffering from medical conditions.
Cllr Noel Tuohy, who brought the...
Slieve Bloom Mountain Bike trail could attract 25,000 visitors a year
Tourism bodies in Laois believe the €4 million Slieve Bloom Mountain Bike Trail which has recently been granted planning permission could attract up to...
Cllr Mulhall asked not to shake President Trump’s hand
Laois County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Tom Mullhall was asked not to shake President Donald Trump’s hand if he meets him on his visit to...
3,000 houses lie vacant as housing waiting list grows
Many families in Laois are waiting over four years to secure a council house, while 3,000 houses are currently lying idle in the county.
Due...
€60 million to tackle Laois housing crisis
The local authority could do with over €60 million to tackle its housing waiting list, according to its CEO.
The monthly meeting of Laois County...
Tributes paid as Cllr Tom Mulhall finishes up in his role as Cathaoirleach
Tributes were paid to Tom Mulhall as he finished up in his role as Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council on Monday afternoon.
The Emo man,...
Calls for better warning signs at pedestrian crossings
Calls have been made for better warning signs at pedestrian crossings at the recent Portlaoise Municipal District meeting.
Councillor Catherine Fitzgerald proposed the motion, saying...
Council moves to compulsory purchase houses in vandalised estate
Three houses at Hepburn Court which has endured vandalism in the past are to be compulsory purchased by Laois County Council.
The order will be...
Crimean cannon to return to Portlaoise ‘in memory of Jerry Lodge’
The return of a Crimean cannon to Portlaoise will be a fitting tribute to Cllr Jerry Lodge, a Laois Council official said.
Speaking prior to...
Eir must provide broadband to all areas of Stradbally
Eir has been asked to broaden high-speed broadband to all parts of Stradbally, as it is now only covering a limited area.
Laois County Council...
‘What we’re building now are ghettos,’ Laois councillor warns of housing crisis
"What we're building now are ghettos," said Cathaoirleach of Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick municipal district Paddy Bracken in relation to people not being able to afford houses...
Safety issues and lack of parking outside Laois secondary school seen as major issue
Safety concerns and a lack of parking have been raised over pedestrian safety outside of a local secondary school at the latest Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal...
Heated discussion surrounding anti-social behaviour in Portlaoise at night
Barriers along the taxi rank at the Top Square in Portlaoise have been proposed to try bring a stop to anti-social behaviour after nights...
Portlaoise residents are extremely concerned about new waste plant, say local councillors
Portlaoise residents are 'extremely concerned' about the proposed 'waste to gas' plant at Coolnamona, say local councillors.
Speaking at the Portlaoise municipal district meeting on...
Progress in sight as contract signed for straightening of notorious Laois road
Anyone who has ever driven from Portlaoise to Carlow will know all about the winding roads around Arles - so it'll come as good...
Laois TD Flanagan welcomes opening of new Southern Circular Road
There was excitement in Portlaoise this morning on the new Southern Circular Road where Minister for Justice, Equality and Law Reform, Charlie Flanagan TD,...
New lease of life on the cards for Laois waterways
Hot on the heels of the news of investment and development plans for the River Barrow Blueway through Laois and Kildare, similar proposals are...
Laois County Council launch Community Support Covid-19 free helpline
Laois County Council have launched a new Community Support helpline to help people during the Covid-19 pandemic.
This helpline will operate seven days per week...
Issue of vacant site dragging on and falling trees causing problems in Portlaoise estates
Laois County Council should put in a compulsory purchase order on a vacant site at the front of the Maryborough Estate on the Mountrath...
Community groups in Laois encouraged to apply for additional Government funding
A further €47,000 fund is being made available to community and voluntary groups in Laois to help them deal with Covid-19.
The funding, which is...
Former Local Election candidate selected to serve on County Council committee
A former Local Election candidate has been selected to serve on a committee of Laois County Council.
Naeem Iqbal will represent the Laois Public Participation...
‘Never give waste for disposal to unlicensed operator’
Donal Brennan, Director of Services at Laois County Council, has urged the public not to use unlicensed waste collectors.
Mr Brennan was speaking at this...
Laois County Council joins drive to renovate buildings and deliver on climate objectives
Laois, Cork and Kilkenny joined a network of 32 European local authorities testing out how measuring the holistic benefits of energy renovation can help...
Laois councillors back motion for memorial to Laois people who lost their lives to...
It's not often that the local elected representatives agree across the board - but a motion from Portlaoise-based councillor Noel Tuohy for a memorial...
Laois Councillor makes emotional plea for extra funding for mental health services following recent...
A Laois County Councillor made an emotional plea for extra funds to be made available in the upcoming Budget for mental health.
Portlaoise-based Labour councillor...
‘Dreadful’ response from council on Portlaoise pool reopening as leisure centre remains shut
Portlaoise councillors have slammed as "disappointing" and "dreadful" the response from Laois County Council on reopening the county town's leisure centre, with some lamenting...
Ballyroan flooding may be landowners’ responsibility
Laois County Council may be unable to address flooding in Ballyroan as the stretches of river in question are believed to be the responsibility...
