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.
In Pictures: Cycle in Dunmore Wood for Laois launch of European Mobility Week
Laois PPN, in collaboration with Healthy Laois, hosted the launch event for European Mobility Week.
This year's theme emphasizes the importance of reducing car dependency...
Laois Premier IHC: Ballyfin battle past Camross to reach final … whenever it will...
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Ballyfin 2-18 Camross 1-12
Laois Premier IHC Semi Final
Ballyfin...
Laois County Council shortlisted for three Public Sector Digital Transformation awards
Laois County Council has been shortlisted for this year’s Public Sector Digital Transformation Awards in three categories.
The awards recognise and celebrate excellence and innovation...
Previewing Saturday’s Laois GAA action with games in the SHC ‘B’, Premier IHC and...
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We were supposed to have six games down...
Laois Premier IHC: Semi final postponed as Disputes Resolution Authority ‘issues interim judgement’
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The ongoing saga over a quarter final match...
Laois JHC Final: Former county stalwarts to clash as Portlaoise and Clough-Ballacolla do battle
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Clough-Ballacolla v Portlaoise
Laois JHC Final in O'Moore Park...
Silverware up for grabs as Laois JFC ‘B’ and JHC ‘C’ finals down for...
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Borris-Kilcotton v Clonad
Laois JHC 'C' Final in COE...
In Pictures: A day of fun and connection at Heywood Community School
Heywood Community School proudly hosted its inaugural “Heywood Unplugged” Multi-Activity Day recently.
This was a vibrant celebration of student wellbeing, teamwork, and school spirit.
The event...
Senator calls on Minister to ‘step in’ as Laois nursing home residents ‘face losing...
Sinn Féin Senator Maria McCormack has called on the Minister for Health and the HSE to urgently intervene in the case of a Laois...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Institute celebrates record graduate numbers with dual ceremonies
Portlaoise Institute proudly celebrated the achievements of its students recently, hosting two graduation ceremonies at the Killeshin Hotel.
The dual events were held to accommodate...
Laois Partnership Company launches survey ‘on making the county a better place to live’
Your local development company, Laois Partnership Company (LPC), is seeking the views and opinions of the people of Laois in forming its new strategic...
Hospitality and tourism businesses in Laois encouraged to join free communications workshop
A workshop focusing on Communicating your Hospitality and Tourism Business’ Green and Sustainability Credentials will take place on Tuesday, September 30 from 10am to...
Clonad GAA club to host a Special Culture Night Screening of award winning film
Clonad GAA Club is set to celebrate Culture Night 2025 with a unique community event that promises an unforgettable evening of film, music, and...
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...