Colt 0-16 Borris-in-Ossory 2-6
2008 Laois IHC Final
The Colt hurlers lost more than fair share of intermediate finals in the 2000s so when they finally got over the line in 2008 it was understandable that there was a considerable outpouring...
The Department of Health have announced a further one death from Coronavirus as well as eight new cases.
The one death recorded continues the trend of deaths in single figures, as does the eight cases, keeping that number under ten...
2013 saw the Electric Picnic celebrate ten magical years of music and memories at Stradbally Hall.
It was an occasion not be missed, as all the stops were pulled out to wish the best festival in Ireland a very Happy...
There are a number of jobs in Laois being advertised on LaoisToday at the moment.
Below we have listed all of the roles advertised on LaoisToday in the last two weeks. In each instance you can click through to the...
Penneys in Portlaoise will re-open tomorrow Monday, June 15, and Laois Shopping Centre have set up crowd control measures ahead of the expected queues, similar to what have been witnessed at other stores around the country.
Barriers, similar to what...
This Pat Critchley column originally appeared on LaoisToday in January 2018
In my first year English classes I would show this quote: "The children now love luxury. They have bad manners, contempt for authority; they show disrespect for elders and...
This piece originally appeared on LaoisToday after Camross had won back to back Laois senior hurling titles in 2018
On each of the last two Laois hurling county final Sundays, a Camross captain has stood in the stand in O'Moore...
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Timahoe footballer Padraig Clancy is next up in our Sporting Memories series.
Clancy made his first championship appearance for the Laois senior footballers in 2001 and was a regular for 13 seasons...
This looks great!
I’ve spent the past few weeks of lockdown creating my new drinking game, ‘Locked Down’.. because you get locked and it was made in lockdown!
Here are some of the backs of the cards. More are being drawn,...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Anne Griffin
Marian Ave, Portlaoise, Laois
Anne left, peacefully, in the presence of her loving family. Daughter of the late Harry and Nancy.
Deeply regretted by her loving brother Hugo,...
You can't beat a bit of a shindig, a bit of razzamatazz.
In 2003 Simpson's Gala shop in Stradbally was celebrating five years in business.
That was reason enough for celebration but it also co-incided with the shop in the centre...
The Department of Health have announced a further five deaths from the Coronavirus and 46 new cases.
The 46 new cases is considerably the largest number confirmed in a single day in the month of June but department said that...
Children and young people with special needs in the Laois-Offaly constituency will benefit from a new programme called Summer Provision according to local TD and Minister for Justice & Equality, Charlie Flanagan.
Speaking after Friday's Cabinet meeting, the Minister stated:
“Traditional...
This piece originally appeared on LaoisToday in October 2019.
We love nothing more in LaoisToday than visiting one of the county's many primary schools.
The atmosphere of fun and vibrancy is everywhere. Most of our visits up to now have been...
If you're looking to watch your weight and be ultra health conscious, this recipe may not be what you need right now.
But if you're after a delicious cookie recipe, one that is easy and fun to make, and ideal...
Laois Fianna Fáil TD Sean Fleming has called on the Government to give certainty to hairdressers and barbers and their customers as to when they will be allowed to reopen.
He said the mixed messages coming from Government are unhelpful...
1 - In Pictures: First mass celebrated as beautiful Laois church undergoes restoration
Bishop Denis Nulty was on hand to do the honours for a special mass of re-dedication as the brand new Church of the Assumption in The Heath...
A part-time cook is required for De La Salle Brothers Miguel House Retirement/Nursing Home in Castletown.
Flexibility required.
To Apply
Email miguelhouse@eircom.net
SEE ALSO – Check out the dedicated jobs section on LaoisToday.ie
This interview with Ollie Phelan by Siun Lennon was published last October ahead of the club's first ever Laois senior football semi-final.
A surge of hope and optimism has come over Ballyfin GAA this year, fuelled by the neccessary success...
For a Laois club footballer outside Portlaoise over the past 15 to 20 years, Portlaoise's dominance has been greater than any time in Laois GAA history.
So for some of the smaller clubs it has meant that reaching a senior...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Anne Griffin
Marian Ave, Portlaoise, Laois
Anne left, peacefully, in the presence of her loving family. Daughter of the late Harry and Nancy.
Deeply regretted by her loving brother Hugo,...
Three more deaths and 13 new cases
The Department of Health have confirmed that a further three patients have died as a result of Covid-19 in Ireland.
The Department of Health also said that 13 new cases of the disease...
The Department of Health have confirmed that a further three patients have died as a result of Covid-19 in Ireland.
The Department of Health also said that 13 new cases of the disease have been confirmed here.
A total of 1,705...
Primary school students will attend school for one day per week and secondary school pupils for two days per week if the two-metre social distancing rule remains in place in September, Education Minister Joe McHugh has said.
McHugh said if...
Since November, members of the Irish army have raised almost €30,000 for both Irish and Lebanese charities.
The latest event included four Laois men - Comdt Shane Conlon from Mountmellick, CS Ian Martin from Errill, Cpl Johnny Finane from...
Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington are looking to fill the following position:
Health Care Assistant
We have a vacancy for a Health Care Assistant for an 8pm to 12 midnight shift.
Requirements:
Be passionate about caring for our residents
FETAC Level 5...
These old school photographs never fail to disappoint.
Alf Harvey’s trip to Camross NS in March 2001 certainly yielded some wonderful images.
Smiling faces, games of chess and a just a general happy atmosphere greeted him that morning.
And that was before...
Is now the right time to consider a change in your employment?
Thomasina Connell & Co. Solicitors currently have a vacancy for an experienced Full-Time Legal Secretary/P.A.
This is a challenging and responsible position in a progressive and growing legal practice....
Retail chain Mothercare - which sells a range of maternity products and items for babies and young children - is to close its 14 stores in Ireland, including its outlet in Portlaoise.
They announced this morning that the company has...
The Covid-19 Nursing Homes Expert Panel is inviting written submissions as part of its work as they seek to make recommendations in light of the expected ongoing impact of the virus with regard to Nursing Homes over the next 12-18...
