An 18-year-old hailing from county Laois is graduating as a fully-fledged US Marine next week.
Jack Leavy was born and lived in Laois until he was nine, when he moved to Florida with his family.
Jack's mother Jo Foynes is a...
Another serious crash outside of a rural Laois school has people calling for more road safety measures on the busy road.
The Rock NS saw another serious road collision occur outside of its doors in early November, and councillors are...
Last Saturday, the Laois senior footballers were to take on Wexford in Round 2 of the O'Byrne Cup.
However, torrential rain meant the pitch in Enniscorthy was unplayable and the game was postponed.
It has been refixed for tonight - just...
It has been the controversy of the year and the fallout from the Laois senior hurling final continues to dominate.
Camross won their 26th title that day but a much talked about incident in the 25th minute of that game...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
John Roche
Mountrath Rd., Portlaoise, Laois
Roche, John, Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, Dec 18th 2018 Passed away peacefully. (ex ESB) Predeceased by his son John. Deeply regretted by his loving...
Fair play to all involved here!
The Early Childhood group at Mountmellick FET Centre organised and ran a food drive in the centre, for the Ken Smollen Food Appeal.
This is a Tullamore-based voluntary organisation that provides food packages to over...
This house is truly spectacular.
Every year, retired Portlaoise Hospital porter Noel O'Brien turns his house into a winter wonderland.
73-year-old Noel lives with his wife Noreen and son Noel Junior on the Borris Road.
And if you happen to pass down...
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There is a probable chance that the McDonald family could re-enter Ireland's Fittest Family for 2019.
Martin McDonald made the comment about possibly going back into the national competition, where they came second,...
Wow.
Thanks to the staff, parents and children at Kolbe Special School, they have managed to put on what has to be the most magical Winter Wonderland in all of Laois.
Among the many amazing activities on offer were Yule log...
Portlaoise CBS 1-7 Colaiste Choilm Tullamore 0-6
School's Senior Football League Final
Portlaoise CBS were crowned Senior League football champions this afternoon following a hard-fought victory over Colaiste Choilm Tullamore.
The sides, coached by Killian Fitzpatrick and Ruth Williams, had lost heavily...
This really is a great prize.
Recently, LaoisToday hit the 21,000 'Like' mark on Facebook and we decided we'd like to reward our loyal followers.
So, we teamed up with our friends in Club Vitae Portlaoise to give away a three-month...
The story of Finline Furniture, the Emo-based business in Laois, is one of the great success stories.
Finline Furniture is the largest manufacturer of sofas and couches in Ireland - and one of the biggest in the British Isles -...
Sinn Fein has selected three of their four candidates to contest the elections next May to Laois County Council.
TD Brian Stanley confirmed the news this morning and says the party hopes to double its representation in Laois next year.
He...
There are some places where I'm very much in my comfort zone. Generally at football matches, County Board meetings, Council meetings, official openings or farm protests, I'm not just in my comfort zone but in my element.
A Wine Appreciation...
It's probably one of the last places you'd want to go over Christmas but if the need arises and you must see your dentist, Jessop Street Dental Practice will be able to help.
Jessop Street Dental Practice will be open...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Ann Grincell
"Spring Gardens", Mountrath, Laois
Ann Grincell, "Spring Gardens" Mountrath, Co. Laois. Died 17th December 2018 (peacefully), at the home of her sister Madelene Crowley. Deeply regretted by...
Laois native John McEvoy has taken charge of the Derry hurlers for 2019.
The Clough-Ballacolla man has plenty of managerial experience, and was even mentioned as one of the names to take over as Laois hurling manager before Eddie Brennan...
Clonenagh National School, Mountrath, held their Christmas Show in the Convent Hall recently.
The Mountrath Forum very kindly gave the school the hall for the night.
It was the most perfect location as it added to the overall theatrical experience for...
This will warm your heart.
Last week, members of the Portlaoise AFC United U-15 team, who won the MSL Plate last year, visited the Paediatric Ward of Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
The lads were invited in by Dr Muhammed Tariq, Consultant Paediatrician at...
The draw for the opening round of this season's Bank of Ireland Provincial Towns Cup was made at the weekend - with the two Laois clubs both handed a tough assignment.
Portlaoise, who are currently top of Division 2A and...
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He played everywhere from Buckingham Palace to Wembley Arena and was a rising star on the British music scene for a while. For Laois musician Damien Bowe it was a case of...
A planned power outage is causing water supply disruptions to homes and businesses across Portlaoise and surrounding areas.
Works are taking place from 9am until 4pm today, Tuesday December 18.
However Irish Water has recommended that people allow 2-3 hours after...
Many Laois County councillors stated that they have told people to give up their jobs in order to be eligible for housing waiting lists.
People can not apply for social housing if they earn above €25,000 for a single income...
With know-how on gifts, fashion & all the glam for the festive season, we’ve enlisted some expert help on getting you through the Christmas with style and sophistication from our own local designer Heidi Higgins!
Spending hours alongside her diligent...
What a great sight to see.
After a 10-month injury spell, Alison Miller returned to her Old Belvedere side at the weekend.
Despite losing 14-5 to rivals UL Bohemians, Belvedere were boosted by the return of Ireland winger Alison Miller 10 months...
Fifty Seven Boutique in Portarlington and Athy are a haven of beautiful quality Christmas gifts for all the family, but their selection of scarves and gloves at an unbelievable price of €19.95 are a truly fantastic gift this Christmas.
Scarves...
One of the most popular Irish comedy's in recent times is set to see a Laois man take a star role this Christmas.
Portlaoise's Robert Sheehan is set to appear in the Christmas Special of the Young Offenders.
The show aired...
Following Laois hurlers defeat to Carlow at the weekend, manager Eddie Brennan said that the result was disappointing but that there is plenty more for Laois to build towards.
"It's a set back. I think it keeps us on an...
For the third year in a row, the Stradbally footballers will have a different manager in place.
Barney Maher decided to bring his second stint in charge of his native club to an end after just one year and the...
Over on the Garda Síochána Laois Offaly Facebook page, they have offered some easy - but often forgotten - tips on how to stay safe this Christmas.
These tips may seem obvious to carry out - but making sure of...