Funeral details announced following sad passing of Laois teenager
Funeral details for the late Emily Ellen Culhane, who sadly passed last week, have been announced.
The late Emily of Boley, Abbeyleix, died in Beaumont...
Massive increase in the number of Laois homes with solar panels installed during 2024
New data has revealed there were 526 solar panel installations carried out on homes in Laois throughout 2024.
Solar panel installations with grant support increased...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 13, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Richard Maybury
Fr. O' Connor Crescent, Mountrath, Laois
Richard passed away unexpectedly on the 10th January 2025,...
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LaoisToday premium model now broadened to include additional content
The LaoisToday premium model, which had been confined just to sports coverage since July 2022, has now been broadened to include additional content.
The change,...
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Last chance to visit Santa at SOLAS & a look back at a magical year
As Christmas approaches, there’s still time to experience the festive magic at SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington but don’t delay — this weekend...
Rugby: Fourth defeat in a row as Portlaoise beaten in Kells
North Meath 27 Portlaoise 10
Leinster League Division 2B
There was no new-year's bounce for Portlaoise as Lar Hogan's side were beaten by 17 points in...
Soccer: Five goals each for Ballybrittas and Mountmellick as Stradbally hit for seven in...
Ballybrittas Utd 5 Rosenallis AFC B 1
CCFL Division 3A
Local soccer returned to Laois this weekend with patches of snow and ice still evident from...
Laois kitchen designer set to feature once again on Room to Improve
Well-known Laois kitchen designer Danny Hanlon, and his business Hanlon Kitchens, are set to feature on RTE's immensely popular Room to Improve programme again...
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JOB VACANCY: Jack Nolan Lock and Key Ltd seeking to hire Office Administrator
Due to continued expansion Jack Nolan Lock and Key Ltd (T/a Nolan’s Locksmiths), based in Portlaoise, are seeking to hire an Office Administrator.
Key Responsibilities:
...
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The SOLAS Grotto: A Magical Success This Christmas!
The magic of Christmas is alive and well at SOLAS Eco Garden Centre, where our Santa Grotto experience has been a huge hit with families since opening...
Basketball: History made as Portlaoise Panthers reach first ever Men’s National Cup final
Portlaoise Panthers 67 Titans BS 55
President’s National Cup semi-final
History was made in Cork last night as Portlaoise Panthers men's team reached their first ever...
Sadness in Courtwood area at the death of Liam Kelly
There is sadness in the Courtwood area and its surrounds this weekend with the news of the passing of Liam Kelly, a highly-respected member...
LaoisToday premium model now broadened to include additional content
The LaoisToday premium model, which had been confined just to sports coverage since July 2022, has now been broadened to include additional content.
The change,...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 12, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Emily Ellen Culhane
Boley, Abbeyleix, Laois/Crumlin, Dublin
Emily Ellen Culhane. The birches lower Boley, Abbeyleix, Co.Laois. Died...
The week that was – our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Shock and sadness following unexpected passing of Laois teenager
There is widespread shock and sadness in Abbeyleix this week following the passing of...
Success for Laois Student at BT Young Scientist Exhibition 2025
There was Laois success in the RDS last night as the award winners of the BT Young Scientist Exhibition for 2025 were unveiled.
Joshua Corbett,...
Martina Mulhall: Getting the most out of College Open Days and Virtual Information Sessions
Most colleges held open days during the Autumn term. Some students didn’t get there, and others might have changed their minds about where they...
New exhibition at Dunamaise Arts Centre explores addiction and recovery through art
'12', a powerful and thought-provoking exhibition exploring themes of addiction and recovery, will open at Dunamaise Arts Centre on January 19 and run until...
Rugby: Portlaoise show championship pedigree despite disappointing end to 2024
Portlaoise ended 2024 in third place in Division 2B of the Leinster League, finishing behind only Newbridge and North Meath.
That leaves The Town safely...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 11, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Emily Ellen Culhane
Boley, Abbeyleix, Laois/Crumlin, Dublin
Emily Ellen Culhane. The birches lower Boley, Abbeyleix, Co.Laois. Died...
‘Snowman Killer’ wreaking havoc across Portlaoise as children ‘left in tears’
A bizarre situation unfolded throughout Portlaoise recently as a man carried out several acts of destruction - on snowmen.
An individual calling himself the 'Snowman...
Sadness following passing of retired Garda who was devoted member of Laois golf club...
There is sadness in Abbeyleix this week following the passing of a retired Garda who was a devoted member of the local golf club.
John...
Laois man appointed as the new CEO of national Housing Agency
Martin Whelan from Abbeyleix has been appointed as the new CEO of the national Housing Agency.
Mr Whelan will take up the position on March...
Abbeyleix and Castletown hurlers look to Tipperary for new managers ahead of 2025 season
Two Laois senior hurling clubs have appointed new managers ahead of the 2025 season.
Both Abbeyleix and Castletown have gone outside the county and into...
GAA Fixtures: Inter-county returns as Laois footballers, hurlers and Ladies footballers all in action
People are still wishing one another a happy new year year, yet the GAA is set to make its return as the 2025 fixture...
Special information evening announced to help reignite Laois Community Games
A special information evening event has been announced in the hopes of reigniting Laois Community Games in 2025.
The event will be held in the...
