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Three people arrested in connection with murder of Laois man in 2019 ‘released without...

Three people who were arrested this week in connection with the murder of a Laois man in 2019 have been released without charge. Gardaí in...
Harry McGree LoveLaois Podcast

LoveLaois Podcast: Meet the young Laois man whose political activism saw him invited to...

This week's LoveLaois Podcast focuses on a young Laois man whose political activism saw him score an invite to the inauguration of President Catherine...

Laois Football Podcast: A night of celebration at the ladies awards

Laois Ladies football held a wonderful end-of-season awards night in the Midlands Park Hotel on Saturday where they recognised the achievements of the county...

Laois GAA Fixtures: Saturday lunch time throw in for Portarlington v Athy while U-20...

The Portarlington footballers face a third away game in a row this weekend in the Leinster club championship but it's a short trip this...

Heywood Community School come out on top at ‘Battle of Wits’ county final

Heywood TY students recently fought a tough battle against other secondary schools to secure the title of 'Battle of Wits' 2025 in Laois. They will...

Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. John Costigan Clonad, Portlaoise, Laois, R32PC90 John Costigan, Clonad, Portlaoise, Co. Laois. Died 23rd of November peacefully...

Dunamase College/Coláiste Dhún Másc Chosen to Participate in SPOTLITE Student Voice Programme

Dunamase College/Coláiste Dhún Másc was recently chosen as one of twenty schools to participate in a training day for the SPOTLITE programme, an initiative...

JOB VACANCY: Laois Hire recruiting for Construction Plant Fitter

Laois Hire is a leading plant and tool hire company in Ireland that provide a comprehensive range of services from tool and plant machinery...

Big day in Camross as dignitaries set to arrive for official opening of the...

The red carpet will be rolled out in Camross this Friday for the official opening of the Poet's Cottage Community Cafe. Located in the heart...

Laois Football/Hurling Podcast: Clough-Ballacolla go down fighting, U-20 update and management news

The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB There will be a mixture of massive disappointment and immense pride in...

In Pictures: Great night of celebration as Laois ladies football acknowledge eventful 2025 season

Laois Ladies football experienced an incredibly busy 2025 season at club and county level and that was reflected in particularly glitzy celebration in the...
O'Dempsey's

O’Dempsey’s re-appoint former manager, St Joseph’s on the lookout and Turlough O’Brien back with...

The off-season managerial hunt has been in full swing across the clubs in Laois recent weeks with considerable appointments and departures. In terms of departures,...

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Atheltics: All-Ireland glory and European qualification for Laois athletics at National Cross County Championships

It was a hugely successful Sunday for a host of Laois athletes who braved extremely difficult conditions at the National Cross Country Championships in...

Soccer: Third league win for Stradbally Town plus all of the latest CCFL results

Tullamore Town 0-2 Stradbally Town CCFL Division 3 Stradbally made the trip across to Leah Victoria Park in Tullamore on Sunday morning looking for their third...

Deaths in Laois – Monday, November 24, 2025

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. John Costigan Clonad, Portlaoise, Laois, R32PC90 John Costigan, Clonad, Portlaoise, Co. Laois. Died 23rd of November peacefully...

Laois U-20 HC: The Harps remain on track for four in a row after...

All our Laois GAA club championship coverage is brought to you in association with Mulhall’s SuperValu, Portlaoise The Harps 4-15 Abbeyleix 1-7 Laois U-20 HC Semi...

Leinster Club SHC: Heartbreak for Clough-Ballacolla after a trojan effort is thwarted by Ballyhale...

All our Laois GAA club championship coverage is brought to you in association with Mulhall’s SuperValu, Portlaoise Ballyhale Shamrocks 1-18 Clough-Ballacolla 1-15 Leinster Club SHC Semi...

LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action from the Laois U-20 HC and Leinster club...

All our Laois GAA club championship coverage is brought to you in association with Mulhall’s SuperValu, Portlaoise It is another big Sunday of action with...
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Fr Paddy: An important survey from the Department of Education

The Department of Education and Youth has launched a survey to assess demand for different types of primary schools. Its aim is to expand parental...

Previews: Clough-Ballacolla bid for Leinster final place while one Laois U-20 HC semi final...

All our Laois GAA club championship coverage is brought to you in association with Mulhall’s SuperValu, Portlaoise Leinster Club SHC – Ballyhale Shamrocks v Clough-Ballacolla In...

‘Family concerned for wellbeing’ as Gardai launch appeal for missing Laois man

Gardaí are seeking the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 51-year-old Tom Raftery. Mr Raftery is reported missing from his home in Portarlington, Co....

Deaths in Laois – Sunday, November 23, 2025

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. James (Jimmy) O'Connor St Bridid's Square, Portarlington, Laois Peacefully surrounded by his loving family while in the...