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.
Coronavirus: No new deaths and 437 new cases as immunity following Covid infection believed...
There have been no new Coronavirus-related deaths and 437 new cases according to the figures released by the health authorities this evening.
Five of the...
Laois TD calls on fellow elected officials to back bill on adoptive rights
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley has called on his colleagues in Laois, Offaly and around the country to back a bill on adoptive rights.
This...
Future of Electric Picnic in ‘government’s hands’ as organisers ‘clarify statements made on their...
The future of the 2021 Electric Picnic is in the hands of the government - so say the organisers.
A statement was issued on Twitter...
€9 million in additional funding for Portlaoise for ‘Low Carbon Town’ project
The government has announced new funding of €9 million for a project to make Portlaoise Ireland’s first designated 'Low Carbon Town'.
Fianna Fail Minister for...
Almost €2,000 raised as Laois students enter final week of ‘Walk to Lourdes’ in...
€1,690 has so far been raised for the Portlaoise Action to Homelessness charity from a virtual 'Walk to Lourdes'.
Sadhbh Dunne and Cara Phelan, who...
Ball wall, astroturf, walking track and clubhouse extension – range of planning applications submitted...
A range of sporting bodies in Laois have submitted planning applications in recent weeks in a bid to improve facilities in the county.
Laois GAA,...
Portlaoise Hospital is Covid-19 free for the first time in 2021
This is some really good news to start the weekend off with.
Portlaoise Hospital is officially Covid-19 free for the first time in 2021.
Since December...
Laois U-20 boss Kinsella calls on GAA to ensure championship is included in restructured...
Laois U-20 football manager Eddie Kinsella has called on the GAA to ensure their championship is included in the redrafted fixture plan for 2021.
The...
Legislation on the way to tackle scourge of illegal dumping
Legislation aimed that tackling illegal dumping is on the way - so says Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley.
There have been countless examples of dumping...
Coronavirus: Nine further deaths and 522 new cases as top immunologist gives positive Russian...
The health authorities have announced nine further Coronavirus-related deaths and 522 new cases.
4 deaths occurred in March, 3 occurred in February and 1 in...
Tidy Towns and GAA clubs to come together for ‘community clean-up’ this weekend
Community spirit will be alive and well in Laois this weekend as local Tidy Towns groups and GAA clubs come together.
On Saturday March 6,...
Laois clubs and families called to take part in Jerusalema Dance Challenge with prizes...
Laois clubs and families have been called up to submit their own interpretations of the popular Jerusalema Dance Challenge.
Laois Sports Partnership are offering those...
Strong Laois connections as West Is Best wins in Clonmel
There was a big win for a Laois trainer and an owner with strong Laois connections in Clonmel yesterday.
The 4.35pm Rosegreen Handicap Chase went...
Laois GAA club holding virtual 5km walk in aid of Portlaoise Hospital staff
All of this week, a Laois GAA club are encouraging people to get out and do a 5km walk in aid of Portlaoise Hospital.
Colt...
Laois library hosting free ‘mindfulness’ event for those aged 12-14
Mountmellick Library is set to host a free virtual mindfulness event for those aged 12-14.
'Mindfulness for Teens aged 12 -14 years' will be hosted...
Coronavirus: 39 further deaths and 462 new cases as around 3% of population now...
The health authorities have announced 39 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 462 new cases.
10 of these deaths occurred in March, 12 occurred in February, 13...
Laois Cricket club benefit from Texaco Support For Sport funding
Laois Cricket club is one of 26 sports clubs from around the country who have been chosen to receive funding under the Texaco Support...
New adult LGBT+ service launched in Laois
Laois LGBTI+ Project has announced the launch of their new service which is aimed at supporting adult LGBT+ people in Laois.
The group will shortly...
€125,000 in funding allocated to Dunamaise Arts Centre
The Dunamaise Arts Centre in Portlaoise has received funding €125,000 from the Arts Council.
This was announced today as the Arts Council granted funding to...
Petition launched in bid to have footpath constructed near Laois school
A petition launched to urge Laois County Council to construct a footpath near a Laois school has gathered almost 500 signatures.
Faith Quille started the...
Coronavirus: 25 further deaths and 566 new cases as HSE misses vaccine target
The health authorities have announced 25 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 566 new cases.
5 deaths occurred in March,13 occurred in February and 6 in occurred...
Laois County Council announce start dates for infrastructure works in Portlaoise and Portarlington
Three major County Council led projects planned for Portlaoise and Portlaoise, that had been delayed due to Covid-19, are set to get underway this...
Planning permission sought for new playground in Laois village
A new playground has moved a step closer for a Laois village as planning permission has been lodged.
After a long campaign and combined efforts...
Three Laois intermediate clubs reappoint managers for 2021 season
Three Laois intermediate football clubs have confirmed their managers for the 2021 season.
Former Laois manager Sean Dempsey is set to be very busy whenever...
Remember the Game: A Whitely Cup clash between Clonaslee and Highfield in 2000
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2000 Whitely Cup Quarter Final
The latest edition of our Remember the Game segment features a game from 21 years ago.
In March...
Contracts extended for Community Employment and TÚS scheme participants in Laois
Participants of Community Employment and TÚS schemes in Laois whose contracts were due to finish over the period since last October will now benefit...
Laois people have one of the ‘lowest disposable incomes’ in the country
The midlands is at the bottom of the league regarding personal disposable income, compared to all other regions in the country.
Laois and Offaly fare...
Coronavirus: 14 further death and 359 new cases as decision on Johnson and Johnson...
The health authorities have announced 14 further Coronavirus-related death and 329 new cases - the lowest number of new cases reported on a single...
€1.2m fund to improve homes of older people and people with a disability in...
Laois has been allocated €1,263,744 in housing adaptation grants for older people and people with a disability.
The work covers carrying out adaptations to houses,...
In Pictures: Joy for staff and residents at Laois nursing home as fundraiser a...
75 care packages, a range of different items and vouchers were gifted to the staff and residents at Droimnin Nursing Home last night.
At the...