Tractor Runs have become hugely popular fundraisers in recent times and they pulled out all the stops in Ballybrittas recently for the 11th annual Fisherstown Tractor and Truck run.
They've raised thousands of euro over the years for charity and...
A Laois couple are at the end of their tether after suffering what they say is 'unimaginable abuse' at the hands of a number of youths.
Patrick Dempsey, and his partner Carlos, say they have been subjected to a 'living...
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The long awaited day is here at last for the Laois U-20 footballers.
It’s Leinster final day, with Laois and Dublin preparing to do battle in O'Connor Park.
Laois are in their first provincial...
The European Youth Olympics are set to get underway later this month and a Laois girl has just flown out to Bacu.
Ava O'Connor from Portlaoise, who competes with the Tullamore Harriers club, is part of 20-person Team Ireland.
Ava has...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kevin Drennan
18. Gleann na Glaise, Ballyroan, Laois
Drennan, Kevin (peacefully) after a short illness, surrounded by his partner Siobhan, loving family and wonderful carers. He will be very...
A vastly experienced businesswoman has been appointed to head up the recently relaunched Laois Chamber of Commerce.
The new CEO of the Laois Chamber is Bernie Everard.
Her appointment comes following months of painstaking preparations, consultations and ultimately interviews as part...
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Borris-In-Ossory is our latest stop on our Cul Camps trip around the county.
The boys and girls were having a wonderful time as they honed their hurling skills.
Hurling is really...
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Our next episode of the LaoisToday Podcast is here and it is possibly our best one to date.
We were joined in LaoisToday towers by three men who have helped bring...
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The famous Joe McDonagh Cup was in Durrow this morning for The Harps GAA Cul Camp.
The Harps duo Daniel Comerford and Podge Delaney were joined at the camp by...
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It’s another busy weekend in Laois with so much on for everyone in the family.
The Laois Walks Festival continues with guided walks in Gattabawn, Monicknew and Capponellan.
Laois Libraries continue their summer programmed of events...
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Laois U-20 boss Billy O’Loughlin has named his starting 15 for the Leinster final clash with Dublin in O’Connor Park on Friday.
And ahead of that game, the manager has named an unchanged...
Close to the heart of the popular town of Abbeyleix in Laois, De Vesci Hill is a superb development of 4-bedroom detached homes developed by Newshore Limited.
Finished to the highest standards of craftsmanship, these 2,140sq.ft. homes feature fully fitted kitchens...
The revamped Ballinakill Swimming Pool officially reopened over the weekend.
After being closed for the last few years, a huge community effort has seen the outdoor pool fully revamped and back open for use.
This is a huge boost to the...
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This Friday evening in Tullamore the Laois U-20 footballers will take on Dublin in the Leinster final.
It's ten years since Laois last appeared in a provincial final at this grade (then U-21)...
This week’s Car of the Week from Joe Mallon Motors is a 182 Renault Koleos Signature
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Over the final weekend of July, Laois will welcome archers from across the country as Laois Archery hosts the 2019 Irish Field Archery Federation (IFAF) National Championships.
At least 100 archers are expected to attend the two-day competition, including local...
Youth Work Ireland are working with Electric Picnic again this year to offer an incredible opportunity to compete for a chance to perform at Electric Picnic 2019.
The 'Electric Youth' competition gives one lucky winner the chance to take to...
Backup Power Solutions are looking for someone who is passionate about service and enjoys working in a technical environment. Are you our next Field Service Engineer?
Responsible for trouble-shooting, repair and maintenance of critical power supply equipment (UPS & IPS)...
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Tom Costello
Portlaoise Road, Mountrath, Laois
Tom Costello, Portlaoise Road, Mountrath, died peacefully 16th of July at The Regional Hospital, Portlaoise, surrounded by his loving family. Retired staff officer...
The Harps 4-12 Clonaslee 1-7
ACFL Division 5 Final
Ciaran Comerford and Podge Delaney were the stars of the show as The Harps defeated Clonaslee to claim the Division 5 football league title in Raheen this evening following a crazy game...
Clough-Ballacolla will face Rathdowney-Errill in the Division 1A hurling final after they defeated Portlaoise in the semi final tonight.
This was Clough-Ballacolla's second team against Portlaoise's first and the victors ran out two point winners.
They will now face Rathdowney-Errill's second...
With lots more summer to come it’s a fine time to add some more cherries to the bustling bowl of goodies.
Joining the big names such as Florence, Billie and Hozier will be chart topping Scottish singer songwriter Gerry Cinnamon who will...
There’s another date for Laois GAA fans to mark in their calendars as Laois GAA’s annual Golf Classic takes place on Friday August 23.
Rathdowney Golf Club will be hosting the event for members of the public and panelists on...
Laois County Councillors have called for security to be deployed at Portlaoise Leisure Centre in a bid to curb the anti-social behaviour there.
The issue arose following a motion from Fine Gael's Thomasina Connell who sought essential repairs and renovations...
The Folly Festival in Cullohill last year proved to be a roaring success and looking at the schedule for this year's event, which is on this friday and Saturday, it looks set to be even better again.
While there is...
The Laois hurling and football championships may be just getting underway but the draws for this year's Leinster GAA club competitions were made on Tuesday evening.
The pairings were made for the provincial championships in senior, intermediate and junior in...
The area of Cullohill has a hugely proud sporting tradition - in hurling in particular.
And this weekend's Folly Festival will celebrate that in style as members of the Laois hurling team, manager Eddie Brennan and the Joe McDonagh Cup...
A young Laois man has set up a fundraiser in a bid to try get a homeless man that he has befriended a home.
Stradbally native Dean Maher has set up a GoFundMe account for his friend Graham who has...
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Laois U-20 football boss Billy O'Loughlin and his team are gearing up for the biggest game of their lives on Friday evening in O'Connor Park in Tullamore.
Laois will face Dublin with a...
Well-known local business Fifty Seven Boutique and Gift Emporium – is opening its doors for business in Durrow this Friday, July 19 at 1pm.
Owned by mother-and-daughter duo Mary and Jenny Miller, this will be the third branch of their boutique...
