Gardaí have issued a warning to the public about a scam tricking them into purchasing iTunes gift cards.
This scam has been highlighted previously but has re-emerged in recent days with a slight twist.
Gardaí say: "We recently received a report...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kathleen McCann (née Kennedy)
Chapel Street, Clonaslee, Laois
Kathleen McCann (nee Kennedy), Chapel Street, Clonaslee, Co. Laois. Died on the 24th of April 2020, peacefully, at home surrounded by...
1,063 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 52 from yesterday.
It is important to note that not all of these people passed away today and that this is the number that were reported to...
We’re nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has impacted on their Leaving Cert.
Bar those working in essential services, the rest of the population...
Gardai made a stunning discovery of over €1.2 million worth of cannabis herb in a ditch on the Laois-Carlow border yesterday evening.
2020 Gardaí from Arles and Ballylinan supported by Laois Divisional Drugs Unit located drugs with an estimated street...
The Aontú party in South Kildare held a party with a difference recently to raise funds for two community based initiatives.
The South Kildare Cumann held a virtual Zoom ‘Afternoon Tea’ where each guest donated money which was used to...
The arrival of the Coronavirus has changed just about everything in how we live our lives - even how we operate after we've had a baby.
Edel and Colin Finn are two first time parents from Portlaoise who, under normal...
Championship final appearances have been few and far between for Laois hurling teams over the years but as the Laois seniors prepare for Sunday's Joe McDonagh final in Croke Park against Westmeath, we look back at the Leinster U-21...
Laois families will receive refunds for school transport fees for period of a schools closures.
The news was confirmed by Minister for Justice Charlie Flanagan who welcomed the decision by Minister for Education Joe McHugh.
Schools were closed on March 13...
How can we use this time wisely?
Perhaps the best use of time right now is, as Jesus said, to love one another. In times like these, words like his come alive to us.
Love requires more of us than...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Harry Boylan
Skerries, Dublin / Portarlington, Laois
Boylan, Harry, Skerries and Portarlington. Peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, 23rd April 2020. Devoted husband of the late Essie,...
The Mountrath Marathon
Mountrath GAA are doing 400km for their Do it for Dan fundraiser this Sunday - with one hardcore man more than doing his fair share.
Michael Boyhan, fondly known as Beag, is going to do a marathon around...
All across the world people are seeking ways to keep themselves entertained as the restrictions continue in an attempt to limit the spread of Coronavirus.
And here in LaoisToday it's no different.
The news and sports cycle that were previously used...
The goodness of people continues to come to the fore as the country continues to battle with the Coronavirus pandemic.
Hairdressers are among the many businesses badly effected by the lockdown - but Bankz Hair and Beauty, a long-established business...
In 1843 Abbeyleix South National School opened its doors to local children.
169 years later, Bishop Michael Burrows opened the new state of the art facility in April 2012.
The school is Church of Ireland with strong links to their church.
The...
Deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland go above 1,000
829 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 37 from yesterday.
However, there have been 185 probable deaths. Therefore, there have now been 1,014 confirmed COVID-19 related...
49 days after the Do It For Dan campaign was launched - organisers believe they have almost reached their €2.1 million goal.
This is a truly stunning feat all in aid of little Dan Donoher, son of Niall and Aisling,...
829 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 37 from yesterday.
However, there have been 185 probable deaths. Therefore, there have now been 1,014 confirmed COVID-19 related deaths in Ireland.
It is important to note that...
A drunk driver who killed a young Laois boy and seriously injured his mother and brother has been released from prison.
The Irish Daily Star is reporting that Portlaoise man Finbarr O'Rourke, 41, was released from Shelton Abbey prison in...
We’re nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has impacted on their Leaving Cert.
And for the first time, we have two siblings who are...
Portlaoise Rugby Club have launched their online lotto as they seek to raise vital funds for the club on an ongoing basis.
Though all sporting activity is on hold at this uncertain time, Portlaoise Rugby Club are like many organisations...
The late Alice Kennedy was laid to rest in her native Clonaslee this week.
The Laois woman, who was a leading and prominent member of the London-Irish community, passed away in London on April 1 after contracting Coronavirus in March.
The...
Marna Carroll, Manager of Laois Domestic Abuse Service, is calling on the new government to prioritise the development of a domestic violence refuge for women and children experiencing domestic abuse in Laois.
Women and children in these circumstances in Laois...
What an amazing achievement this is.
Former Mountrath Community School student Katy White (20) has been elected to the position of scholar in Trinity College Dublin.
The Trinity Scholars were announced Monday April 20 and Katy, who is studying medicine, was...
Dan heals old wounds as Donie set to return to Barrowhouse
More than 10 years ago, Donie Kingston transferred from Barrowhouse to Arles-Killeen and it certainly couldn't be said that the move was harmonious.
However time, and a little boy by...
New funding for Road Safety Measures for the Rathdowney to Ballacolla Road at Middlemount has been made available.
An additional €50,000 has now been sanctioned under Laois County Councils (LCC) road safety measures in the 2020 Programme.
Laois TD Brian Stanley...
Some €1 million in funding will be given to local authorities to combat a worrying rise in illegal dumping during the Covid-19 emergency, according to Laois/Offaly TD and Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan.
The Department of Communications, Climate...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Brenda Dempsey (née Dunne)
Clanmalire, Portarlington, Laois / Portarlington, Offaly
Formerly Garryhinch Portarlington County Offaly. Peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Loving daughter of the late Timmy...
FiftySeven Boutique and Gift Emporium have launched their new Online Store.
With stores in Portarlington, Athy and Durrow, the online outlet is the latest development to this Laois business.
With all three stores now closed due to the current outbreak of...
At Peavoy Financial Planning we are aiming to continue to do everything we can to support people in our community during these unsettling and challenging times.
We understand that some people are experiencing financial difficulties as a result of the COVID-19 crisis and...
