Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Margaret Lynch
23 Derrywood, Durrow, Laois, R32 DT22
Margaret formerly of Aharney, Lisdowney and retired night Matron...
For more than four decades, Portarlington has upheld the cherished tradition of erecting a large Christmas tree in the town each festive season.
The lights...
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
Laois GAA clubs are set to decide on Monday next on a...
The Republic of Ireland kept their World Cup hopes alive last night as they defeated Portugal 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium.
It was an incredible...
The ever-impressive, award-winning Portlaoise Musical Society take to the stage in the Dunamaise Arts Centre once again this evening, beginning a week-long run of...
Twenty Tirlán farmers proudly graduate as the third group of family farm suppliers to complete the Tirlán and Baileys Sustainable Farming Academy.
Laois farmers Sylvester...
A new study has revealed that Laois has been named Ireland’s hardest-working county, taking the top spot in the national Hard-Working Index.
The research, from...
St Abban's excelled at Day 2 of the Leinster juvenile uneven ages, U-23 and senior cross country championships held in Kilbeggan on Saturday last.
The...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Elizabeth (Betty) Harvey (née Carter)
Tullyroe, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise surrounded by her...
The new housing plan highlights the key priorities in delivering more housing for Laois according to Fine Gael TD Wille Aird.
Deputy Aird said since...
The big decision to be made at next week's Laois GAA county board meeting will be on whether to reduce the senior football championship...
In a pioneering move, Portlaoise has become the first town in Ireland where all schools are working together on the Green-Schools Travel theme at...
A Laois brother and sister have exploded on TikTok following their hilarious take on a trending song.
Portlaoise's Abbey Louise (18) and Alfie (6) Byrne...
The latest edition of the LoveLaois Podcast is here and it is a wide and varied episode.
Steven Miller is joined by Alan Hartnett to...
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
After a bit of a break, the Laois Football and Hurling Podcast...
It is a massive week for Camross camogie club as they will contest the Leinster Intermediate club final at the end of it.
Aerien Delaney's...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Pauline Conroy (née Crossan)
Marian Ave, Portlaoise, Laois
Pauline Conroy (nee Crossan) Marian Ave. Portlaoise 11th November...
On Sunday, November 9 events took place around the world to mark Remembrance Sunday, which commemorates those who fought and died in the two...
The Leaves Festival of Writing & Music returned to Laois earlier this month and proved a big success.
Events brought a vibrant celebration of Irish...
Local volunteer Alice Culliton is once again taking part in the Concern Fast and invites everyone to support her effort to help Concern Worldwide...
The average cost of renting an apartment in Laois has increased once again, according to the latest report from Daft.ie.
In Laois, the average rent...
Laois Scór na nÓg finals took place on Sunday, November 9, in the LOETB Centre of Excellence Portlaoise.
This competition was open to all GAA...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Caroline (Carol) Griffith (née Carter)
Ossory Hill, Johnswell, Kilkenny, R95AF88/Ballyroan, Laois
Caroline (Carol) Griffith (nee Carter) Ossory...
Laois lady tastes All Britain success with London club
The GAA scene is special no matter where in the world you are. And the overseas...
Fine Gael’s Agriculture and Rural Development conference is 'a big opportunity for farmers, rural entrepreneurs and community leaders in Laois to contribute and shape...
A Ukulele group, a community choir, a male choir and an Irish dancing school.
The parish of Stradbally is certainly well served when it comes...
Leinster club football championship resumes this weekend after their hurling action at the weekend.
Laois senior champions Portarlington and intermediate champions Park-Ratheniska both make the...
Ballybrittas Utd 1-2 Stradbally Town
CCFL Division 3
Stradbally Town made the short trip to Ballybrittas Utd on Sunday, and they came away with the three...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Christopher O'Driscoll
Cork City, Cork/Portlaoise, Laois
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of...
The death has occurred of Jim Cannon, the former Garda Sergeant in Portarlington who was injured in the IRA bombing in Garryhinch in 1976.
A...
