Laois tenants ‘will be hit hard by Government new rent laws’ says local TD
Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley has appealed to government in the Dáil for the new rent rules not to be implemented.
These rules will be...
Keeping a book, sending clothes out on appro and changing trends – Eamon Bracken...
Ireland was a different place in 1981 when Eamon Bracken opened for business.
The town was less than half the size it is now but...
A lifetime of commitment to the game of rounders – looking at the amazing...
Michael Dowling’s journey in rounders did not begin with a bat and ball, nor with dreams of All-Ireland titles or national leadership.
It began, as...
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Portarlington Further Education have a range of PLC courses starting in September 2026
Portarlington Further Education are offering the following Post Leaving Certificate Programmes (PLC) commencing in September 2026.
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JOB VACANCY: Portlaoise auctioneering firm seeking to hire receptionist
A leading and busy auctioneering firm in Portlaoise have a six-month position for a receptionist starting immediately, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
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Over 140 young players across the squads as Laois underage hurling teams prepare for...
The Laois GAA social media pages have been busy over the past couple of weeks announcing the panels for the county's various underage teams.
Minutes...
Laois TY students graduate from STEM Passport for Inclusion programme at Maynooth University
Transition Year students from Portlaoise College were among the 920 participating students from across the country who had graduated from the STEM Passport for...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, February 7, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Shiela Bennett (née Gorman)
Campclone, Ballyfin, Laois
Sheila Bennett, Campclone, Ballyfin, Co. Laois, 5th of February 2026,...
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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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Minister for Education provides update on Dunamase College while on whistle-stop tour of Laois
Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has provided an update on the new building for Dunamase College.
The Minister was in Laois today on a whistle-stop...
In Pictures: Leinster badminton glory for Mayo National School
A Laois primary school was celebrating last week after it captured a Leinster title in style.
The boys from Mayo National School of Crettyard were...
LoveLaois Podcast: Willie Aird on life in the Dáil, milking less and being a...
After 45 years in Laois County Council, Willie Aird was elected to Dáil Éireann in December 2024 and has now a year under his...
2nd Year Football: Leinster ‘B’ final ahead for Portlaoise CBS after they thrash Malahide...
Portlaoise CBS 8-10 Malahide CS 0-3
2nd Year Leinster ‘B’ Football Championship Semi Final
Portlaoise CBS had surprisingly easy victory over Malahide CS in the 2nd...
All of this weekend’s local adult sports fixtures
As always, it's a busy weekend of sports action across the county and we've compiled all the adult sports fixtures across basketball, GAA, rugby...
Rugby: Top four place secured for Portlaoise Womens U-16s following big win over Naas
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Leinster U-16 Women's Rugby Premier Division
On Saturday last, January 31, Portlaoise hosted Naas RFC in round four of the Leinster...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, February 6, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Shiela Bennett (née Gorman)
Campclone, Ballyfin, Laois
Sheila Bennett, Campclone, Ballyfin, Co. Laois, 5th of February 2026,...
2nd Year Football: Five-star Knockbeg College secure Leinster title by battering Dublin champions Colaiste...
Knockbeg College 5-14 Colaiste Eoin Stillorgan (Dublin) 1-3
2nd Year Leinster 'A' Football Championship Final
Knockbeg College have completed the perfect week as their 2nd Years...
Stanley: ‘Laois needs to be selected for the new Childcare Scheme’
Independent republican TD Brian Stanley has set out the case for Laois to be one of the first locations for the Governments new childcare...
‘We’re certainly very keen to see the bus routes expanded’ says Council CEO
One of the great success stories of local life around Portlaoise in recent years has been the addition of a dedicated bus service around...
Laois Soccer Podcast: Irish international, Champions League player and now a dedicated coach –...
The latest episode of the Laois Soccer Podcast is here and this is guest is certainly our most high profile to date.
Alan is joined...
Gardai renew appeal for information following fatal road traffic collision in Laois
Gardai have renewed their appeal for information following a fatal road traffic collision that occurred in Laois last week.
The incident happened on Main Street...
Six Talking Points after the first two rounds of the Ladies National Football League
Ladies football coverage on LaoisToday is brought to you in association with Meaney Plant and Civil, proud spoonsors of Laois LGFA
Dropped points
Laois endured a...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, February 5, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Bridget Cashin (née Dowling)
The Course, Durrow, Laois/Kilkenny
Bridget passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family...
Portarlington Further Education have a range of PLC courses starting in September 2026
Portarlington Further Education are offering the following Post Leaving Certificate Programmes (PLC) commencing in September 2026.
Office Adminstration (QQI Level 5) - Full details...
South Leinster Colleges JFC ‘A’: Glory for Knockbeg College as super second half sees...
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South Leinster Colleges JFC 'A' Final
A magical week for Knockbeg College continued in Bunclody this afternoon as they claim...








































