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.
From a Leinster final, to being dropped and coming back again – the story...
At 19-years-of-age, Finbarr Crowley made his senior inter-county debut in 2018 and started for Laois in a Leinster final against Dublin.
But less than a...
Weekend Read: A potential solution to the Leaving Cert impasse as Laois primary school...
Next week, the first set of students of 2021 will return to physical education after almost two months out of the classroom.
The Department of...
Laois rugby player focused on studies but open to move abroad if opportunity knocks
Portlaoise's Conor Kelly has done a lot in his short rugby career.
After initially starting out with Portlaoise RFC, Kelly was handed a scholarship with...
Laois teams impacted as basketball and hockey seasons cancelled
A number of Laois teams have been impacted as the governing bodies of both basketball and hockey cancelled their seasons.
Portlaoise Panthers, Portarlington Kestrils, Ballyroian...
Coronavirus: 35 further deaths and 1,047 new cases – 15 of them in Laois...
There have been a further 35 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,047 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
Of the new cases, 15 of...
New Facebook Live Abbeyleix Almanc TV set to launch on Saturday
A brand new online Facebook-driven TV show is set to launch this weekend.
Dr Niamh Shaw, science communicator in residence, and Abbeyleix Tidy Towns will...
WATCH: Laois residential facility take on Jerusalema Dance Challenge
This is absolutely brilliant!
A Laois residential facility has taken on and successfully completed the Jerusalema Dance Challenge.
Staff at St Brigid’s Hospital in Shaen got...
Flooding issues in Laois town ‘finally to be addressed’
Laois County Council have applied to An Bord Pleanala for permission to install a new 600mm diameter overflow culvert, on the Shannon stream in...
Laois IFA National Dairy Chairman steps down to contest role in Glanbia
The IFA National Dairy Chairman Tom Phelan has stepped down from his position.
Mr Phelan, who is from Laois, informed the committee of his decision...
Laois ladies footballer earns Women’s Gaelic Player’s Association Enhanced Scholarship
A Laois and Portlaoise Ladies footballer has been awarded a Women's Gaelic Player's Association Enhanced Scholarship.
Fiona Dooley is the recipient and she is studying...
Lyons to continue as Laois U-20 hurling manager for second year
Enda Lyons will continue as Laois U-20 hurling manager for a second season.
The Ballyfin clubman was ratified for a second term in recent weeks.
This...
Glory for Laois group at national Junk Kouture Grand Final
A Laois group claimed national glory at tonight's Junk Kouture Grand Final which was shown live on RTE tonight.
Peace Unfolds from Scoil Chriost Ri...
Coronavirus: 75 further deaths and 1,318 new cases – 19 of them in Laois...
There have been a further 75 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,318 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
46 of these sad deaths occurred...
‘Siberian winds’ set to bring ‘significant snowfall’ next week
Weather forecasters are predicting that a seriously cold snap is set to strike us next week.
'Siberian winds' are set to bring 'significant snowfall' from...
Creator of Laois GAA TV signs children’s book deal with Gill Books
Michael Egan, the creator of Laois GAA TV has signed a four book deal with Gill Books for a series of GAA themed children’s...
Covid-19 set to delay major works which are planned for Portlaoise
Two major County Council led projects planned for Portlaoise are set to be delayed due to Covid-19.
These are part of the ongoing drive for...
All Ireland-winning duo team up again to take charge of Laois ladies football club
A former All Ireland-winning management duo have teamed up to take charge of a Laois ladies football club.
Pat O'Sullivan and James Kelly, who won...
UPDATED: Laois senior football clubs confirm managers for 2021
All 16 Laois senior football clubs have confirmed their managers for the 2021 season.
6 of the 16 clubs have appointed new managers from the...
Laois Leeds United Members Club make donation to Friends of Portlaoise Hospital
A Laois soccer supporters club has made a sizeable donation to a local charitable organisation.
The Laois Leeds United Members Club recently presented the Friends...
Former Laois football manager helping parents and staff of Laois school with online exercise...
During this latest period of lockdown, the Portlaoise College community has embraced the online world by offering exercise classes for parents and staff in...
Coronavirus: 94 further deaths and 1,013 new cases – six of them in Laois...
There have been a further 94 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,013 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
47 of these deaths occurred in...
Laois man named Ladies Football Volunteer of the Year and given Lulu Carroll Award
A Laois man has been named as the Ladies Football Volunteer of the Year.
Mikey Hyland, who has been heavily involved in Shanahoe Ladies since...
Knockbeg student earns prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Award
A Knockbeg student has become the seventh person from a Laois based school to be awarded a prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Award.
Last week,...
Online fundraiser launched in honour of late Laois teacher following sad passing
An online fundraiser in memory of a Laois woman who passed away suddenly has amassed more than €15,000 in 24 hours.
Sinéad Ní Nualláin, of...
Calls for those with underlying conditions, SNAs, teachers and family carers to be moved...
Senator Fiona O’Loughlin has called on Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly to consider revising the Covid-19 vaccine rollout to move certain key groups up...
Failte Ireland investment to ‘provide welcome boost for tourism business across Laois’
A new nationwide €55 million investment by Fáilte Ireland will provide a welcome boost for tourism businesses across Laois.
So says Laois TD Charlie Flanagan...
Coronavirus: 101 further deaths and 879 new cases – 16 of them in Laois
There have been a further 101 Coronavirus-related deaths and 879 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
83 of these deaths occurred in...
‘Crisis point’ reached on number of children awaiting crucial services
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley says the number of children in Laois and Offaly awaiting special interventions has reached 'crisis point'.
The Deputy was speaking...
Laois farmer wins award at National Herds Competition
A Laois farmer has won an award at the Irish Holstein Friesian Association National Herds Competition 2020.
Kevin Flynn, of Rearyvalley near Clonaslee, finished second...
‘Don’t leave items in your car overnight’ – Laois Garda on how to prevent...
'Don't leave items in your car overnight' - that is the very simple message from Laois-Offaly Crime Prevention Officer Graham Kavanagh when he was...