To paraphrase the famous quote, rumours of her political demise have been greatly exaggerated.
Fianna Fáil general election candidate, Pauline Madigan, has defiantly confirmed her...
As the saying goes "it takes a village to raise a child" - and one Laois family is going to put that theory to...
Three Portlaoise College teachers recently travelled to the prestigious Oxford University to honour the work they're doing for promoting progression to third level education.
Guidance...
Portlaoise man Conor Kelly was out-half on the Leinster 'A' rugby side that won the Celtic Cup at the weekend, a competition for the...
2019 had for the most part been a frustrating year for Brian Glynn, one that saw him twice undergo a serious ankle operation, but...
Is there anything more therapeutic and enjoyable than watching an hilarious movie with pals while enjoying delicious snacks and drinks?
Spend some quality time your...
This week’s Car of the Week from Joe Mallon Motors is a 192 Renault Megane.
With a finance option in place, this car could be...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
JP (John Patrick) O'Mara
Sampsonscourt, Ballinakill, Laois
JP died peacefully at his home surrounded...
The Midlands Park Hotel went under a considerable refurbishment in recent years as they strive to provide the highest quality service to their guests.
We...
A coffee morning for Pieta House will take place on Wednesday, October 23.
The event will take place from 10 am to 11.30 am in...
Laois GAA have appointed a brand new Minor football manager and confirmed the make-up of the senior football management team.
Following the decisions of Donncha...
Emo-Courtwood were crowned Laois minor football champions for the third time in four years following a thrilling win over Ballyroan-Abbey in O’Moore Park yesterday...
Portlaoise have been crowned Laois SFC champions for the 35th time following their narrow win over first-time finalists Killeshin in O’Moore Park yesterday afternoon.
Portlaoise...
A new Garda Divisional headquarters building complex has been announced for Portlaoise.
The long overdue breakthrough for the development of a modern and fit-for-purpose Garda...
The enduring strength of the GAA was very much evident in Barrowhouse on Saturday as the small club on the Laois-Kildare border welcomed the...
Finalists in seven categories, Irish owned and family run Polar Ice were winners of the Transport Manager of the Year and Own Account Transport...
Portlaoise fighter, TJ 'The Power' Doheny claimed victory over Jesus Martinez of Colombia, after five rounds on the undercard of Oleksandr Usyk’s heavyweight debut.
This...
Darklands aired on Virgin Media One for the first time last week and episode two is set to take place tonight.
Laois teenager Ryan Burke...
A GAA Special Congress will take place in Cork this coming Saturday - with a number of motions to be voted on that will...
The past weekend proved to be a very busy one for Portlaoise Ladies Hockey Club who played two league matches in the one weekend.
The...
The new ring road around Portlaoise - which will link the Timahoe Road to the Abbeyleix Road - has been hit with further delays...
A Status Yellow rainfall warning is in place for Laois today, and will remain in place until midnight tonight.
Met Éireann has issued a Status...
A local candidate is in pole position to win the upcoming Seánad bye-election.
Cllr Pippa Hackett from Geashill and an Offaly County County Councillor having...
Nicole Turner was the worthy recipient of 'Sports Star of the Month' as she picked up her award in Property Partners Buggy last week.
The...
Killeshin's first ever appearance in a Laois senior football final saw them come up agonizingly short against reigning champions Portlaoise in O'Moore Park yesterday.
The...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Josie Dwyer (née Breslin)
Ironmills, Ballinakill, Laois
Josie died in the loving care of...
Portlaoise 7 Newbridge Colts 2
Ladies Soccer - KDFL Playoff Final
Portlaoise AFC ladies soccer team travelled to Athy on Sunday morning last to meet newly...
Portlaoise Panthers 93 EJ Sligo All Stars 104
Men’s Division 1 National League Basketball
It was a dramatic affair in Saturday evening's Men's Division 1 National...
½ Price Mulhall's Sirloin Steak - 3-Day only offer
MULHALL MEATS (Est 1931) is now trading 88 Years and going strong.
Here at Mulhalls we take...
Colin Conroy and Aaron Doran are celebrating tonight after St Kevin's Boys/Bohemians claimed U-17 Mark Farren Cup glory in Tralee today.
The former Portlaoise AFC...
