Alan Hartnett
Stradbally native Alan Hartnett is a graduate of Knockbeg College who has worked in the local and national media since 2008. Alan has a BA in Economics, Politics and Law and an MA in Journalism from DCU. His happiest moment was when Jody Dillon scored THAT goal in the Laois senior football final in 2016.
Laois player Mark eliminated from The Traitors following ‘incredible experience’
Laois player Mark White became the latest player to fall fowl of the wrath of The Traitors on the popular RTE show last night.
He...
In Pictures: Wet and blustery conditions fail to dampen spirits at the Luggacurren 10k
Following a morning of heavy rainfall, the athletes that braved the elements for the 32nd Luggacurren 10k had yet again another very successful event.
The...
Laois County Council vote not to nominate any candidate for presidential election
Laois County Councillors have voted not to nominate any candidate to give them the opportunity to run for President of Ireland.
Independent candidate Gareth Sheridan...
LIVE BLOG: Presidential candidates seek nomination from Laois County Council
It is a big day in Laois County Council as candidates seeking nomination to be able to run for president of Ireland are here.
Laois...
New Laois tourism attraction opens its doors following €250,000 Fáilte Ireland investment
Making Tracks, a low carbon, slow tourism enterprise, located in Ballybrophy, comprising of glamping, horse drawn wagon tours and Irish Country House hostel is...
In Pictures: Laois secondary school wins prestigious AIMS Award for Grease
St Mary’s CBS, Portlaoise, has been honoured with a coveted AIMS Award for their outstanding 2025 production of Grease.
The chairman of AIMS, Gerry Sweeney,...
40 years of Spink Comhaltas celebrated in book available in local libraries
Spink Comhaltas celebrated 40 years in 2023 and to mark this milestone, a history of the branch was researched and published at the end...
Laois SFC: Dramatic conclusion as St Joseph’s survive late Ballyroan-Abbey comeback to claim semi...
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St Joseph's 2-16 Ballyroan-Abbey 2-14
Laois SFC Quarter Final
St...
Draw made for Laois SFC, SFC ‘B’ and SFC relegation semi finals
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Following a hectic weekend of action, the final...
Laois SFC: Goals win games as Graigue finish strong to see off neighbours Killeshin...
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Graiguecullen 3-11 Killeshin 0-16
Laois SFC Quarter Final
Graiguecullen are...
Laois SFC: Courtwood shock The Town to deservedly take their place in the semi...
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Courtwood 4-11 Portlaoise 0-14
Laois SFC Quarter Final
Courtwood are...
Laois SFC: Foster returns as Portarlington prove far too strong for Arles-Killeen
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Portarlington 2-24 Arles-Killeen 1-7
Laois SFC Quarter Final
Portarlington are...
Fundraiser launched for three-year-old Laois boy following devastating cancer diagnosis
A fundraiser has been launched for a three-year-old Laois boy and his family after he was diagnosed with cancer.
The young man in question is...
In Pictures: All smiles as Portlaoise Comhaltas host All-Ireland Fleadh Cheoil celebration night
Portlaoise Comhaltas celebrated their recent amazing Fleadh achievements on Friday September 5 at The Heath Golf Club with a night of music, song and...
Laois woman presents €1m cheque after run with showbiz pal Colin Farrell
Emma Fogarty has handed over €1million to EB charity Debra – almost a year after her brave Dublin Marathon fundraiser with Hollywood star Colin...
Laois woman set to become radio host of brand new Midlands 103 show
Laois' Doireann O’Connor is the newest voice to join the Midlands 103 line-up, as she takes over the airwaves every Thursday night from 10pm...
Laois man set to complete Dublin Marathon to raise funds following father’s cancer diagnosis
A well known Laois man is set to run the Dublin City Marathon in October to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society.
Portlaoise's Jack...
Trilogy Triathlon Club set to mark 21st anniversary with Celebration Night
Trilogy Triathlon Club are celebrating their 21st anniversary this year and are putting plans in place to mark the occasion.
The club are holding a...
Laois County Council called upon to clean up statue that is in ‘horrible’ condition
Laois County Council have been called upon to clean up a statue of a prominent local figure that is in 'horrible' condition.
Labour Councillor Marie...
Water re-fill stations requested around Portlaoise following Leisure Centre success
A Laois County Councillor has requested that water re-fill stations be installed across the town of Portlaoise.
Fianna Fail Councillor Catherine Fitzgerald made the call...
Laois Football Podcast: Previewing the SFC B quarter finals, IFC and junior grades
The latest episode of the Laois Football Podcast is here and the focus is on the lower grades.
We have four SFC 'B' quarter finals...
Four Laois players selected on Ladies All-Ireland Intermediate All-Stars team for 2025
Four Laois players have been selected on the Ladies All-Ireland Intermediate All-Stars team for 2025.
These selections honour outstanding individual displays throughout the 2025 TG4...
‘I am confident something can be done’ – Laois Councillors pushing for replacement of...
Laois County Councillors have expressed their hope and desire that something can be done to replace the jobs at a factory that is soon...
Premier IHC: Laois GAA order quarter final replay following timing error
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Laois GAA have ordered that the Premier IHC...
In Pictures: Laois event showcases year-round benefits of hedgerow management
Laois County Council in collaboration with the Heritage Council held a community event during Hedgerow Week.
This brought together landowners, conservationists, educators and public to...
Exciting plans unveiled as Laois Culture Night 2025 set to be ‘one to remember’
Culture Night, the annual national celebration of creativity and the arts, will be marked this year in Laois with an extravaganza of cultural events.
Plans...
All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures as attention switches back to football
After a hectic week of hurling, attention turns back to football this week with a host of matches.
The early part of the week sees...
TG4’s Electric Picnic coverage a big hit with Kneecap’s performance now available on Player
Electric Picnic coverage is brought to you in association with Ramsbottom’s Portlaoise
TG4 was the only outlet to broadcast live from Electric Picnic 2025, showcasing...
In Pictures: Mighty craic as first Lovely Laois Homecoming Festival a big success
The first ever Lovely Laois Homecoming Festival took place across the weekend and proved to be a big success.
The brainchild of Trudi Lalor, events...
Laois Ladies: Semi final, quarter final and relegation playoff confirmed following weekend action
The LOETB Laois Ladies Football championships are down to the knockout phase following action over the weekend.
In senior, Ballyroan and Portlaoise have progressed directly...