It's one of the most popular RTE programmes going, it's set to return to our screens in early 2018 - and a Laois man is due to be one of the stars of the show on newest series of...
In a column on LaoisToday last week, Fr Paddy Byrne defended the Eight Amendment and hit out at Minister for Children Katherine Zappone.
In a response that we publish below, Laois women Gearoidin McEvoy and Dr Naomi Elster write that repealing...
Do you know anyone who intends to get married in 2018?
Well, the hit RTE show Say Yes to the Dress are searching for brides-to-be to appear their second series.
An RTÉ2 spokesperson said: "We want to hear from all brides: those...
Fianna Fáil TD for Laois Sean Fleming has called on the Minister for Health to address an issue regarding staff who are fully employed as Home Help workers but are not included in the official HSE staffing numbers.
He claims the HSE...
Laois GAA have been successful in their bid for Sports Capital funding - with over €90,000 set to be drawn down for the development at the Training Centre beside O'Moore Park.
Over 51 sports clubs around the county were granted...
September and October are huge months in the local GAA calendar and for clubs that are lucky enough to make it to county finals, it leads to a wonderful atmosphere and build up to the big day.
Ahead of those...
‘A Camross Christmas’, a festive recording by Camross Folk Choir could be the ideal stocking filler you are looking for.
Priced at just €10, it is available from any member of the choir and selected outlets in Mountrath, Castletown and...
If you're looking forward to an action-packed holiday season look no further than Laois this Christmas.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22
Timahoe - Carol singing
The Timahoe Folk Choir are hosting an evening of carol singing in Timahoe Heritage Centre at 7.30pm.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 23
Stradbally...
There was a great atmosphere in Laois Shopping Centre on Sunday afternoon as the renowned award-winning chef Gary O'Hanlon hosted a Christmas-themed cookery demonstration.
O’Hanlon, who is a regular on our TV screens on RTE and TV3 was the chef...
Portlaoise CBS soccer teams have something big to look forward to after Christmas following two big wins in recent days.
On Tuesday, their U-17s qualified for the semi finals of the Leinster 'A' League following a stunning victory over Kilcullen.
And...
Laois GAA have a new grading system for 2018 following a vote by the clubs at last week's Convention.
Under the new rules, clubs will now only be required to name 15 players on each of the teams that they...
A Laois v Kildare fixture with a difference takes place in Geraldine Park, Athy, on Wednesday 27 December at 2pm.
A Barrowhouse team selection will take on an Athy team selection with all proceeds going to various local charities.
Both male...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kitty Brennan (née Bambrick)
Coolnariska, Killeshin, Laois / Old Leighlin, Carlow
Formerly of The Ridge, Old Leighlin.
Passed away peacefully after a short illness, bravely borne, surrounded by her loving...
The decision by Simon Harris to order the HSE to engage in a consultation process on the future of Portlaoise hospital has been welcomed by the local hospital action committee.
Portlaoise Hospital Action Committee said it was pleased to respond...
Colaiste Iosagáin 2-10 Colaiste Choilm Tullamore 0-11
Top Oil South Leinster Senior 'B' Football Football Championship Round 2
Colaiste Iosagáin Portarlington have qualified for the semi-finals of the South Leinster B championship following a Mark Barry inspired five point victory over...
Another year, another RTÉ Sports Awards ceremony. An array of gongs were, as usual, handed out to esteemed and successful Irish sportspeople in December - and, given how many different factors can affect who wins what, it shouldn't overly...
Minister for Health Simon Harris TD ordered a consultation with the public on the future of Portlaoise Hospital.
Minister Harris today contacted Laois TDs Minister Charlie Flanagan, Deputy Sean Fleming and Deputy Brian Stanley today to say that he asked...
Portlaoise super bantamweight TJ Doheny has won his International Boxing Federation world title final eliminator.
Doheny defeated Mike Tawatchi of Thailand by unamious decision on Wednesday December 20.
His fight record is now up to 18-0.
He now faces current champion Ryosuke Iwasa...
Sinn Féin TD, Brian Stanley, has welcomed today's announcement by Minister for Health Simon Harris.
The Minister announced that there will be consultation with local clinicians and the community on the future of Portlaoise Hospital in the New Year.
Deputy Stanley...
In our 'That was My Year' series, we sit down with promiment Laois people in their respective fields and ask them about their highs and lows of 2017, and what hopes they have for 2018.
In this segment, we spoke...
Just over 24 hours remain for anyone interested in sponsoring one of three landscaped roundabouts in Laois.
Recently, Laois County Council sought expressions of interest for sponsorship of the maintenance of a number of landscaped roundabouts around the County located...
Portarlington BNS are showing their Christmas spirit by helping St Vincent de Paul this Christmas.
They are involved in the Reverse Advent Calendar Initiative.
The idea is a simple one. On the Feast of St Nicholas, December 6, each class would...
Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan TD Coláiste ĺosagáin, Portarlington on Monday to meet the Student Council and present them with their Certificates of Election.
The recently formed Student Council consists of twenty students elected by their peers.
Seventy-Four students...
One of Knockbeg College's most loved teachers is set to retire this Christmas.
English teacher Mr John Behan will walk out of Room 8 for the final time this week at the end of the current term.
Behan has been an...
There was great excitement in Timahoe on Monday night as a visitor from the North Pole dropped by.
Santa Claus took time out of his preparations to travel around the world next week to call down to T&S United soccer...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Paddy (Lawerence) Kelly
Kilteel, Stradbally, Laois
Peacefully on 18th December at The Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. Sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his loving family. Sons, Joe, Jimmy, Henry...
This year’s Irish National Novice and Juvenile uneven ages cross country championships took place in the WIT Sports Arena in Waterford on last Sunday.
The race showcased Ireland’s top young athletes in the final Irish cross country championship of 2017.
There...
There was disappointment for two Laois based schools recently as they both suffered elimination from their respective U-16 football championship competitions.
The season is over for Knockbeg College and Portlaoise CBS but there was good news for Heywood who will...
A key tactic in burglary prevention is avoidance - not just
alarming your property say Gardaí.
For example: chain up your wheelie bin to a fence away from your house.
A burglar will stand on a wheelie bin to get into the first...
With the festive season in full swing, gardaí have given helpful tips on how to stay say safe while out socialising.
Laois Crime Prevention Officer Graham Kavanagh has outlined the following steps to keep safe while out and about:
Tell someone...
