Laois Football Podcast: Looking ahead to the National League with Brian Byrne
The Laois Football Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
This week marks the start of a very busy period on the...
Laois teenager trades France for the Premier League as he signs for Bournemouth
A young Laois man has swapped France for the bright lights of the Premier League as he has signed for AFC Bournemouth.
Ade Solanke, who...
Soccer: Stradbally Town win in Wexford to keep streak going plus all the other...
Blackwater FC (Wexford) 2 Stradbally Town 6
LFA Shield Round 5
Stradbally Town made the trip to the sunny South East on Sunday morning hoping to...
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Applications open for September intake at Portlaoise Institute
Portlaoise Institute has announced that applications for all full-time courses commencing in September will open on Tuesday, 20th January.
Prospective students are encouraged to apply...
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JOB VACANCIES: CJ Sheeran Ltd seeking to fill a number of roles
CJ SHEERAN is Ireland’s largest manufacturer and recycler of timber packaging and pallets, providing a premium quality, sustainable and accredited packaging solution to Ireland...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 19, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sylvia Mary Mathews (née Kellett)
Station Road, Portarlington, Laois
Sylvia Mary Mathews late of Station Road Portarlington...
Laois IFA President to join Mercosur protest in Strasbourg next week
IFA President Francie Gorman confirmed that he will travel to Strasbourg in France next week for a Mercosur protest organised by the French farm...
Laois TD tells Taoiseach to Taoiseach to ‘stop dancing around the Occupied Territories Bill’
Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley told Micheál Martin in the Dail to bring forward the Occupied Territories Bill.
The Laois TD wants Ireland ban trade...
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Surge in dumped battery and electronic devices sparks urgent fire warning
One of the leading waste management operators in the Midlands, Ryan Brothers Environmental Services, has launched a public awareness campaign following a rise in...
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Heritage Village launches Ireland’s first modern later living community
The first of its kind in Ireland, located in Killenard, Heritage Village offers independence, comfort, security and a true sense of community.
With a focus...
In Pictures: All smiles as Laois camogie come together to celebrate incredible 2025 season
It was standing room only in the Midlands Park Hotel last night as the Laois camogie family came together to celebrate.
2025 was one of...
How the Laois footballers are shaping up ahead of latest National League campaign
And so the Laois footballers go again, another National League campaign is upon us.
Justin McNulty is facing into the third year of his second...
Fr Paddy: Beatification of Fulton Sheen
One of the fundamental tasks of the Christian faith is to communicate well.
The early disciples were invited to go and tell The Good News....
Two Laois businesses set to take part in Local Enterprise Showcase at RDS
Some of Laois’s best up and coming craft and design businesses are set to take part in the Local Enterprise Showcase at the RDS.
Starting...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 18, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sylvia Mary Mathews (née Kellett)
Station Road, Portarlington, Laois
Sylvia Mary Mathews late of Station Road Portarlington...
‘In Laois, house prices are up, rents are up, homelessness is up and notices...
Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley has urged the government to take action to assist those in the 'squeezed middle to get secure accommodation'.
Deputy Stanley...
Portlaoise College students explore the life and art of Casimir Markievicz at the Royal...
Fifth and Sixth year students in Portlaoise College had the wonderful opportunity to attend the launch of the travelling panel exhibition Casimir Markievicz: A...
In Pictures: Brilliant selection of images as Portlaoise Panto set for latest production
Beginning this afternoon and continuing until next weekend, the Portlaoise Pantomime society will go centre stage in the Dunamaise Arts Centre with Goldilocks and the...
Laois native takes over presidency of Irish Exporters Association
The Irish Exporters Association (IEA) has announced the appointment of Liam Hyland as President of the Association.
Liam is Director of Export and International Trade,...
Prizes up for grabs as St Abban’s launch details of brand new race on...
St Abban’s AC will host Laois’ newest 5km race on St Brigid’s Day, Sunday February 1.
The club also run the hugely successful Fit4Life series...
Laois communities encouraged to step into their wellies to support Embrace FARM
Embrace FARM, Ireland’s only support network for farm families, has announced the third annual Wear Our Wellies (WOW) Day will take place on Friday,...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 17, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen Lalor (née Delaney)
Northgrove, Mountrath, Laois
Kathleen passed away peacefully on the 15th January 2026, surrounded...
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise announces appointment of new General Manager
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise has announced the appointment of Eileen Burke as the new Hospital Manager.
Eileen brings nearly two decades of experience in healthcare...
LoveLaois Podcast: A live audience of one, panto experience, a mannerly council meeting and...
Steven and Alan return for a chat about some of the week's stories.
Steven attended an almost-private showing of the Portlaoise Pantomime Goldilocks and the Three...
Laois benefits from EU Just Transition Fund Regenerative Tourism and Placemaking Scheme
Fáilte Ireland have announced that a further 17 projects, worth over €5.5 million, were awarded funding through the EU Just Transition Fund Regenerative Tourism...
Second winner of the week as Laois player successful in latest lotto draw
A Lotto player from Laois has scooped €38,052 after matching five numbers and the bonus in the most recent draw.
The latest winner purchased their...
