While the sun may be reluctant to shine this summer, SOLAS continues to radiate success with an ever-improving offering.
The 2 big developments this week are:
1 - New Chef
It was very much a case of ‘love at first taste’ when...
A number of Laois GAA players have been granted transfers in recent weeks.
With international travel now an option again, going to America for the summer is back on the agenda.
And a number of high-profile players are on the move.
Jake...
After a mini-hiatus, the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast is back with its latest edition.
The reason for our absence is explained - and it involves a rather unfortunate incident in a Junior C match!
There has been plenty of action since...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brigid (Bridie) Nolan (née Gorman)
Augha, Nurney, Carlow, R93 YT66/Mountmellick, Laois
The death has occurred of Brigid (Bridie) Nolan (née Gorman), Augha, Nurney. Co. Carlow and formerly of Graigue, Mountmellick, Co.Laois. Brigid...
Crettyard 1-16 Mountmellick 0-8
ACFL Division 2
Crettyard gave themselves a good chance of survival in ACFL Division 2 thanks to an 11-point win over fellow intermediate side Mountmellick this evening.
Both sides were disappointed not to make the top four in...
With the influx of Ukranian refugees and the unprecedented increases in housing waiting lists, emergency and direct provision accommodation, Laois County Council should identify suitable lands and services sites for modular accommodation.
That was the view put forward by Mountrath-based...
The National Council for Special Education has confirmed to Independent TD Carol Nolan that the vacant position of Special Education Needs Organiser for Laois-Offaly will be filled by early July at the latest.
Deputy Nolan raised the matter last week...
There has been a lot intrigue over the last few weeks as a beautiful new mural has gone up on a former Laois hotel.
Renowned mural artist, Ciarán Dunlevy, has been working on a large artwork that spans the three...
Forest Fest is delighted to announce that it is teaming up with the Port’ Art Collective to deliver an amazing array of children’s arts and entertainment for the festival in Emo this July.
Forest Fest is a new three-day boutique...
Students at Clonaslee College were honoured for their academic and sporting achievements in the school recently.
Before the academic year concluded for the summer, students gathered in the hall for the ceremony.
In terms of sporting accolades, the school's U-19 basketballers...
Council should take over electricity cost of community CCTV
There's not a month goes by where the various issues with CCTV don't raise their head in the Laois County Council chambers.
On the most recent occasion at the May monthly meeting,...
The concluding round of games in the top three divisions of the Laois club hurling leagues are set to be played this week, when semi-final places and relegation will be confirmed.
In the hurling leagues, all the divisions are eight-team...
Four Laois lads have been selected for the Leinster Rugby U-18 squad.
Two play their rugby with Portlaoise RFC while the other two represent Athy RFC.
Sean Peters of Castletown and Dylan Kelly, who hails from Ballyfin, are Portlaoise RFC's representatives.
While...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Margaret Dunne (née Tynan)
4 Hillview Estate, Clonaslee, Laois
The beautiful soul of Margaret Dunne nee Tynan, 4 Hillview Estate, Clonaslee, Co. Laois. Died suddenly at her residence on the 5th of...
Fletcher’s Hardware have full-time positions available for well-presented and enthusiastic team players seeking a role in a dynamic retail store.
Applications are currently being accepted for Trade Counter Sales and Home & DIY Sales Assistants.
Job Description
Trade Counter Sales -...
Borris-Kilcotton 2-20 Slieve Bloom 2-20
ACHL Division 2
A late goal from Kelvin Burke helped Slieve Bloom rescue a draw against Borris-Kilcotton in Kilcotton this evening in ACHL Division 2.
But the result is no good to either side who both needed...
A Laois county councillor has called for lighting to be re-instated on the M7/M8 motorway at the entrance and exit lanes where they are currently not in operation.
Cllr PJ Kelly tabled a motion at the most recent meeting of...
It's another busy week of action on the Laois GAA scene with a number of games down for decision at adult and underage level.
The regular section of the leagues are coming to a conclusion with the latter rounds in...
The prestigious Gaynor Cup soccer competition is set to get underway this afternoon - with a number of Laois players set to take part.
This is the premier soccer competition for girls in Ireland and is played at U-14 level.
25...
After a two-year hiatus The Old Fort Quarter Festival is back with a bang in Portlaoise this June 23-26, 2022.
This year's much-anticipated 2022 Festival is shaping up to be a hugely successful weekend of music, family entertainment, history...
Salutem Insights Limited were winners at this year’s National Enterprise Awards.
The awards, which took place at the Mansion House in Dublin, are in their 23rd year and run annually by the Local Enterprise Offices.
Laois Finalist, Salutem Insights Limited, took...
Following a Covid-19 imposed slumber, Macra is back with a bang for young people throughout west Laois – with a catchy new name to boot.
Ard Eireann Macra has been established to bring back some buzz to Mountrath, Camross, Castletown,...
Community groups and organisations in Laois are invited to apply for a new round of funding for the upgrade and refurbishment of community centres, a Fine Gael Councillor has said.
Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council, Councillor Conor Bergin said: “Fine...
There was huge success for a number of Laois athletes at the All-Ireland School's Track and Field Finals on Saturday.
The showpiece of the school's season took place in Tullamore with a number of Laois athletes excelling.
Three Laois athletes emerged...
AllBooks Ltd in Lyster Square in Portlaoise are seeking to hire a part-time sales assistant.
Part-time - 3 days per week
Job Description
Previous retail experience will be seen as an advantage
Undertake all tasks assigned to you by management
Ensure...
While consumers must be protected from soaring rises in food prices, efforts must also be doubled to ensure that farmers and food producers are protected from the ongoing practice of below-cost selling in major supermarkets.
So says Local TD Carol...
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael (Mick) Scully
The Strand, Ballickmoyler, Carlow/Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael (Mick) Scully, The Strand, Ballickmoyler, Carlow, June 5th 2022 (peacefully) at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his sons Pat and...
From top gardening speakers and leading plant specialists, to local food producers and an entertainment zone, it can all be found at the Laois Garden Festival which is being held in the Spink Community Field on Sunday, June 12.
Don’t...
One of Laois's best known pubs, The Anvil Inn in Portarlington, is currently seeking to hire.
We are currently hiring for experienced waiting staff, 30 - 35 hours a week.
To Apply
If this is you or someone you know, please reach...
There were a number of Laois GAA club games down for decision today around the county.
Camross as good as secured their place in the ACHL Division 3 semi-finals thanks to a 1-17 apiece draw with neighbours Castletown, who also...
