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.
Two relegation finals and a Junior A semi final down for decision this evening
Ballyfin v Ballylinan
Laois SFC Relegation Final in Stradbally at 7.15pm
The curtain will fall on one of these teams tonight as Ballyfin and Ballylinan meet...
New signage and repairs sought for Clonaslee, Rosenallis and Garryhinch
New signage and signage that needs to be repaired were topics for discussion at the Borris-In-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District this week.
Fianna Fail Councillor Seamus McDonald,...
Bus stops confirmed for Castletown as requests for more made in other areas
Laois County Council has signalled their intention to construct and erect bus stops in Castletown.
The response came following a query from Independent Councillor James...
10 Laois players selected on Tailteann Cup and Joe McDonagh Cup teams of the...
10 Laois players have been selected between the Tailteann Cup and Joe McDonagh Cup teams of the year.
Both teams reached the final of the...
Meet the retired Laois primary school teacher who has embarked on a new career...
At a time when many people are enjoying multiple careers, Stradbally native Martina Mulhall is providing a new service to help them get on...
Laois Football Podcast: Looking ahead to the SFC final with Padraig Clancy
The Laois senior football championship final is just four days away and our big preview is here.
For one final time, we are joined by...
Borris-Kilcotton manager Bourke ‘relieved’ after his side got the better of Ballinakill
Borris-Kilcotton manager Paudie Bourke says that his side were very relieved to get the better of Ballinakill on Saturday.
Speaking after his side hung on...
‘Stevo can never just score a normal goal’ – Clough-Ballacolla captain Aidan Corby on...
In the lead up to Sunday's county final, Clough-Ballacolla captain Aidan Corby described hurling as a 'religion' in his part of the world.
But somewhere...
‘No heroes, no egos – just everyone putting their shoulder to the wheel’ Willie...
Clough-Ballacolla claimed the Bob O'Keeffe Cup once again on Sunday as they defeated Rathdowney-Errill in the final.
It was a first for Willie Hyland as...
Borris-Kilcotton captain PJ Scully: “The lads at the back stood up”
Borris-Kilcotton captain PJ Scully was full of praise for his defenders after his side claimed Premier IHC glory on Saturday.
While his goals proved crucial...
In Pictures: Four titles in five years as Clough-Ballacolla celebrate Bob O’Keeffe once again
Clough-Ballacolla claimed the Bob O'Keeffe Cup for the fourth time in the last five seasons following victory in O'Moore Park yesterday.
Willie Hyland's charges were...
In Pictures: Wild celebrations as Castletown end minor drought with final win
There were wild scenes of celebration as Castletown claimed the Laois Minor A Hurling Championship title yesterday.
John Lyons' charges became the first team from...
Laois SHC: Clough-Ballacolla produce second half comeback to claim Bob O’Keeffe Cup once more
Clough-Ballacolla 2-22 Rathdowney-Errill 0-22
Laois SHC Final
Clough-Ballacolla have regained the Laois Senior Hurling Championship with an impressive win over Rathdowney-Errill in O'Moore Park this afternoon.
The...
Laois MHC: Cuddy’s class and Phelan’s finesse see Castletown claim first minor title since...
Castletown 2-18 The Harps 1-20
Laois MHC Final
Castletown are the 2015 Laois Minor Hurling champions following a pulsating and dramatic victory over The Harps.
In one...
In Pictures: All smiles as Borris-Kilcotton celebrate Dick Palmer Cup success
There was wild scenes of celebration in O'Moore Park last night as Borris-Kilcotton claimed championship glory.
They took Dick Palmer Cup after a nail biting...
Excitement building in Clough and Ballacolla as two schools and pre-school wear their colours
We are 24 hours away from the 2024 Laois Shopping Centre Senior hurling championship final and excitement is building.
We took a trip to Clough...
One step back to take two steps forward for PJ Scully and Borris-Kilcotton
The unthinkable happened to Borris-Kilcotton last year when they were relegated from the Laois Shopping Centre SHC.
After contesting finals in 2020 and 2021, losing...
103 not out and going for a seventh county medal – Rathdowney-Errill’s John Purcell
Sunday will be a special day for everyone in Rathdowney and Errill as they will go for their seventh county title since their amalgamation...
“Hurling is like a religion over here” – Clough-Ballacolla captain Aidan Corby ahead of...
For the fourth time in five years, everyone in Clough and Ballacolla is getting ready for a county final.
After success in 2020, 2021 and...
No Cha expected but Simms is super as Eddie Dwyer looks ahead for Ballinakill’s...
Ballinakill and Borris-Kilcotton will contest the Laois Shopping Centre Premier IHC final on Saturday evening in O'Moore Park.
For the last couple of games, Cha...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College hosts two successful open nights
Portlaoise College opened its doors to parents and prospective students on two evenings for its annual Open Nights recently.
This year’s event featured a notable...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Clough-Ballacolla’s Aidan Corby and Rathdowney-Errill’s John Purcell ahead of final
The Laois Shopping Centre Senior Hurling Championship final will conclude on Sunday in O'Moore Park.
Rathdowney-Errill will take on Clough-Ballacolla at 4pm in what promises...
“It was a dog fight but thankfully we came out the right side” –...
St Joseph's will be at the top table of Ladies football in Laois for the 2025 season following victory over Graiguecullen on Saturday.
After losing...
“Football is a very simple game” – Crettyard manager Delaney reflects on how his...
This time last year, Crettyard were left devastated after Ballylinan defeated them in the Laois IFC final.
But time is a healer and manager Noel...
“It takes a panel to win a championship” – St Conleth’s manager Chris Lynch...
There is a saying that it takes a strong panel to win a championship and it is very true.
This is especially the case in...
“A few pints until Wednesday I’d say” – Match winner Murphy revels in Crettyard...
Crettyard ace Cormac Murphy was in jubilant form as his side defeated Mountmellick in the Laois IFC final last Friday.
The midfielder notched two goals...
Super sub Byron on taking her chance as St Conleth’s claimed Ladies SFC glory
Good things come to those who wait and Aoibhe Byron is certainly an example of that.
Despite being named on the programme to start, the...
Laois Football Podcast: All of the Saints – as Conleth’s, Joseph’s and Paul’s claim...
It was a huge weekend of Ladies football with all three of their championship finals down for decision.
It began on Friday as St Paul's...
Laois SFC: Murphy returns as Portarlington turn the tables on Graiguecullen and set up...
Portarlington 3-10 Graiguecullen 0-11
Laois SFC Semi Final
Portarlington are back in the Laois Shopping Centre SFC final following a brilliant win over Graiguecullen.
Colm Murphy returned...
Laois SFC: Cahillane double the difference as Portlaoise down O’Dempsey’s and reach county final
Portlaoise 2-12 O'Dempsey's 1-11
Laois SFC Semi Final
Goals in either half proved the difference as Portlaoise defeated O'Dempsey's to return to the Laois Shopping Centre...