The Junior football championship concluded back in September as O’Dempsey’s second team lifted the title at the second time of asking.
Following on from defeat...
In memory of Adam Kennedy from Portlaoise, his family took on a number of challenges to fundraise for Pieta House during the year.
An extended...
Back in September, one of Laois' most stunning properties went up for sale in Killenard.
Five bedrooms, six bathrooms and a view of one of...
We've been following the journey of the Maher family as they competed in Ireland's Fittest Family over the last number of months.
They had a...
The Pretty Woman store opened in October and has gone from strength to strength since.
Two Laois sisters have opened a ladies boutique on Main...
If enquiries from employers and workers alike about the upcoming Laois Jobs Fair are anything to go by, it is set to be a...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Christy Smith
Ballymorris, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving...
This was a harrowing incident which took place at the beginning of December.
Gardai have launched an investigation after an elderly Laois man was the...
This was a quirky one - but it was a story that drew in a lot of readers.
Did any of you go?
A Laois stallion...
Portlaoise RFC 17 Clondalkin 5
Hosie Cup Final
Portlaoise RFC brought the 2019 season to the perfect conclusion as they defeated Clondalkin in Cill Dara this...
She took a leap of faith. Well done Sharon!
Laois woman Sharon Whelehan says she is extremely excited and proud to be opening a salon...
Two local soccer clubs are set to contest the Tommy Carroll Memorial Cup on Sunday December 29.
Neighbours Round Tower Rovers, of Timahoe, and Stradbally...
With the introduction of the new GAA age groups came plenty of confusion!
Over the past week there has been some confusion around the new...
LaoisTodays second list of the Hottest men in the county, one of the most highly contested list too!
And here we have it – our...
Gardai in Portlaoise were appealing for information about this disgusting attack on an elderly man in March.
Garda in Portlaoise are appealing for assistance from...
It's been a year to remember for Rathdowney-Errill and Ross King.
Here's THAT goal.
The game itself was very disappointing - but the finish couldn't have...
Staff and shoppers have been evacuated from the Laois Shopping Centre this afternoon following a suspected fire.
All of the units in the building have...
Celyn Eadon has been serving time in the Midlands Prison ever since.
One of the most violent prisoners in the country is set to move...
We love Debs season and this year, Portlaoise CBS had all the glitz and glamour!
The style brigade were out in force tonight for the...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Esther Dunne (née Brennan)
59. St Michael’s Park Portarlington/Portlaoise
Esther Dunne (née Brennan) 59...
This was not the first time the house had caught fire.
A fire has broken out in Portlaoise.
The fire broke out this evening in the...
Back in June, two well-known businesses closed down within a couple of weeks of each other:
Two eateries have closed on Main Street Portlaoise in...
A routine Garda checkpoint in the lead-up to Christmas in Portlaoise yielded a drug discovery valued at €70,000.
The discovery took place in the early...
A dramatic incident but thankfully nobody was hurt.
Laois County Fire and Rescue Services have confirmed that nobody was injured in the fire on the...
The enduring popularity of the annual St Stephen's Day walk in Clonaslee was evident again with hundreds of people again turning out to scenic...
Portlaoise claimed 3 Laois SFC titles in a row and twelfth in thirteen years, back in October.
Portlaoise were crowned Laois Senior Football Champions for...
We love a list - and this one is certainly set to make you remember some brilliant establishments.
Valentine’s Day. No matter if you love...
The IHC came to a conclusion in September as Camross defeated Borris-Kilcotton to claim the title.
It was a win that means Camross will be...
At the end of October, two Laois legal firms announced with delight that they would merge their respective firms.
Eugene O’Connor of Rollestons Solicitors and...
Here's hoping this won't be an issue next year.
The GAA's decision not to have a 'Champion 15' selection for the Joe McDonagh Cup this...
