Young Laois girl all set to skydive to raise funds for Youth Suicide Prevention
A Portlaoise College secondary school student is preparing to take a leap of faith, literally, as she skydives to raise vital funds for Youth...
Laois Soccer Podcast: From Cricklewood to Clonaslee and on to the Midlands League –...
The Laois Soccer Podcast returns and we are joined by a very special guest - Chris Nestor.
Chris is the chairman of the Midlands League...
Dempsey returns to Laois underage setup as minor mentor
Former Laois senior, U-21 and minor football manager Sean Dempsey has returned to the county underage setup as mentor with this year's minor team.
The...
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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
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Death occurs of Leon de Barra, former highly-regarded school principal in Mountmellick
The death has occurred of León De Barra, former highy-respected school principal in Mountmellick. He was aged in his late 80s.
Mr De Barra was...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
Sadness in Timahoe at death of Andy Bergin, former local publican, community man and...
There is sadness in Timahoe this week following the passing of Andy Bergin senior, a man who was deeply embedded in the local community...
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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...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Barry’s trip to Tooreen, legendary Laois full-forward line, Derry up next
The Laois hurlers got their NHL Division 2 campaign off to a predictable winning start in Mayo on Sunday afternoon when they were far...
Laois Football Podcast: Wasteful Laois, new ladies rules and two big backroom appointments
The Laois footballers played their part in a manic draw against Limerick on Saturday in the opening round of the National Football League. But...
St Francis school to benefit from additional space from nearby Portlaoise field
A field at the top of Portlaoise estate St Brigid's is going to be made use of by St Francis special education school in...
In Pictures: Massive crowd in attendance as Clonad GAA celebrate 2025 with Dinner Dance
It was standing room only in the Killeshin Hotel on Saturday evening as Clonad GAA gathered for a dinner dance.
More than 170 people were...
Weekend Sport: 120 brilliant pictures from Town’s Cup rugby, Laois v Limerick and Laois...
It was an extremely busy weekend of sport in Laois with games across Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the Laois footballers began their National Football...
Tommy Fitzgerald: ‘We would be disappointed with the second half performance’
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
Adrian Freeman Park, Tooreen was...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 26, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
Rugby: Late McEvoy try – and Hade’s golden boot – helps Portlaoise to thrilling...
Portlaoise 33 Portarlington 28
Leinster Rugby Towns Cup Round 1
There is hardly ever a dull moment when Portlaoise and Portarlington do battle on the rugby...
Ladies NFL Division 3: New rules a big hit as Laois and Fermanagh play...
Ladies football coverage on LaoisToday is brought to you in association with Meaney Plant and Civil, proud spoonsors of Laois LGFA
Laois 3-13 Fermanagh 3-13
Ladies...
NHL Division 2: Fantastic first half sees Laois to a comfortable victory over Mayo
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
Laois 6-23 Mayo 0-12
National Hurling...
LIVE BLOG: Hurlers in Mayo, ladies footballers in Heywood and Towns Cup rugby local...
The weather is typically bad for the last Sunday in January but it's still a busy day of action across a number of sporting...
Fr Paddy: St Brigid brings with her a story of compassion, generosity, healing and...
I'm very conscious since Christmas I have celebrated too many funerals, thoughts and prayers for so many families at this time living through the...
Five Talking Points as Laois begin league campaign with a draw
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
The Laois footballers began their...
NHL Division 2: Into the West as Laois begin league campaign in Mayo
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
NHL Division 2 - Laois...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 25, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
NFL Division 3: Laois and Limerick finish all square
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
Laois 1-10 Limerick 0-13
NFL Division...