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...
Laois Councillor ‘scalded’ and running around like ‘Wee Willie Winkie’ over lights
A Laois County Councillor has said he is being 'scalded' on the phone on a daily basis over the installation of new LED lights...
Car parking spaces to be re-marked outside Laois cemetery
Laois County Council are to re-mark the car parking spaces opposite St Peter and Paul's Cemetery in Portlaoise.
That comes following a request by Labour...
Calls for CCTV in Laois playground as ‘mindless morons’ cause €4,000 in damage
Laois County Council has been called upon to erect CCTV cameras in a playground after 'mindless morons' caused €4,000 in damage.
Sinn Fein Councillor Aidan...
Traffic calming measures planned for Borris-In-Ossory estate but issues over damaged fence remain
Traffic calming measures will be undertaken to make a housing estate in Borris-In-Ossory safer for all residents.
The news comes following a motion by Cllr...
‘Thank God nobody was killed’ – Calls for safety works following serious accident on...
There have been calls for safety works to be carried out on a section of the N80.
On Friday June 18, two vehicles were involved...
Long-serving Laois county councillor announces retirement after 22-year local political career
Long-serving Laois County Councillor Mary Sweeney has announced her retirement from politics.
Her decision to call time brings to an end a distinguished local political...
Action requested on ‘death trap’ HSE building in Laois village before ‘someone is seriously...
A Laois County Councillor has demanded that action be taken to carry out remedial works on a HSE owned building before 'someone is seriously...
Laois’s newest County Councillor sets out hopes for the future as he is officially...
Laois's newest County Council was officially co-opted into into his seat following a meeting this morning.
Ballyroan native Barry Walsh will feel the seat left...
Laois Day Care Centres set to re-open though frustration over delay to Abbeyleix facility
Three Day Care Centres currently not in use are expected to re-open in the coming weeks - though there is considerable frustration at the...
Update provided on the status of two houses that were burned out in a...
Two houses that were burnt out in a Laois housing estate are set to be fully refurbished after a new design was agreed.
The update...
Laois woman elected as National Events Director with Fianna Fáil Women’s Network
A Laois woman has been elected as National Events Director at the Fianna Fáil Women’s Network Conference which was held in Mullingar on Saturday...
Commitment given by Roadstone to provide passing bays on roads near Laois quarry
Roadstone Quarry have given a commitment to provide passing bays on the roads in the immediate vicinity of the Ballyadams quarry.
The commitment came following...
Lights out! Considerable frustration at length of time taken to repair faulty street lamps
The issue of public lights not working has long been a hot topic at local council meetings - and it was up for discussion...
‘Our health service is in disarray’ – Laois Councillor hits out at ‘unacceptable and...
A Laois County Councillor has outlined the situation regarding waiting times in the accident and emergency department at Portlaoise Hospital.
Labour's Marie Tuohy was speaking...
New €7 million library set to open in Portlaoise next week
The new Portlaoise Library is set to open its doors to the public this coming Tuesday, July 18 at 10am, at a reported final...
Councillors clash over Ukranian refugee site in Stradbally as video emerges of horrendous conditions...
There was a considerable disagreement at this month's meeting of Laois County Council, with Councillors clashing over the refugee situation in Stradbally.
Cllr Aisling Moran...
Social housing figures under spotlight once again, with 160 homes delivered in 2023
Housing figures continued to be a major talking point at the Laois County Council meeting last week.
Chief Executive John Mulholland gave a breakdown of...
More lighting and footpaths needed around Togher to deal with ‘huge’ footfall
The area from Junction 17 Portlaoise Plaza towards Portlaoise Rugby Club and on to Togher Woods is in urgent need of new lighting and...
Road improvements ‘a matter of urgency’ in Ballyfin and Kilcavan local Councillor says
A local County Councillor has called for improvements to be made in two rural areas "as a matter of urgency."
The areas in question are...
Born na Mona urged to retain Laois site ‘with unlimited tourist potential’
Born na Mona have been urged by Loois County Councillors to ensure the continued use of a site "with unlimited tourist potential."
The motion was...
Laois County Council urged to work with An Taisce to improve safety at rural...
Laois County Council have been urged to work with An Taisce to help improve safety measures at rural primary schools in the County.
Fine Gael...
Election Diary: Rural roads, Laois taxis, Town Teams and another hole in the head
The single biggest issue in the rural areas is the poor state of local roads according to Paddy Buggy, Fine Gael candidate in the...
Roadworks scheduled for popular Laois tourist destination in Slieve Bloom mountains
The Cathole Falls is among the most popular visitor attractions in Slieve Bloom Mountains, along with Glenbarrow Waterfall and the Ridge of Cappard boardwalk.
The...
