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.
Gardai called to Portlaoise Leisure Centre following ‘littering’ and trespassing issues
Gardai have been called to Portlaoise Leisure Centre on several occasions this year to deal with incidents of littering and trespass.
Director of Services Donal...
GAA plans to go ahead with Feile football and hurling – but with some...
This year is the 50th anniversary of the first ever Feile football, hurling and camogie competitions and plans are afoot for the competition to...
Laois girl named Farm Safety Regional Champion for Leinster
A young Laois girl has been named FBD Farm Safe Schools Regional Champion for Leinster.
Clodagh George, a fourth class student in Arles NS, was...
Call made to change laws to give Laois Gardai more powers to tackle sulky...
A Laois County Councillor has brought forward a proposal aimed at changing the bye laws in the county to give Gardai more powers to...
Coronavirus: One further death and 437 new cases as NPHET to make recommendation on...
There has been one further Coronavirus-related death and 437 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
With less than five new...
Planning permission approved for new playground in Laois village
Planning permission to build a brand new playground in Borris-In-Ossory has been approved.
The matter came before members of Laois County Council this afternoon and,...
Warm welcomes and ‘big boots to fill’ as Laois’s newest Councillor officially takes office
There were warm welcomes this morning as Laois's newest County Councillor was officially co-opted.
Fine Gael's PJ Kelly replaces Tom Mulhall as the sixth Councillor...
Gardai forced to shut road to Laois tourist attraction as parking issues persist
The good weather over the weekend gave everyone a chance to get out of the house and enjoy the sunshine - but the manner...
‘Young mothers don’t feel safe walking at night’ – New LED lights continue to...
'Young mothers don't feel safe walking at night' - So says Sinn Fein Councillor Caroline Dwane Stanley.
She made the comment at a recent meeting...
Calls for old Laois ‘eyesore’ school to be used for ‘good of community’
A call has been made for an old Laois school, which is now derelict, to be handed back to the community so they can...
Weekend Read: Centrepoint Shopping Centre – owners, asbestos and anti-social problems
"In all of my years as a County Councillor, I have never received as many calls about one single issue as a I have...
Laois Camogie confirm joint-captains for 2021 season
Laois Camogie manager John Desmond has confirmed that his side will have joint-captains this year.
Alison McEvoy and Roisin Kilmartin will share the honour for...
Laois GAA’s Coiste na nOg chairman calls for safe return as training to commence...
Laois GAA's Coiste na nOg chairman Alan Langton has called for clubs, players and parents to behave responsibly when training returns next week.
From Monday,...
Coronavirus: One further death and 434 new cases as reopening plan to be announced...
There has been one further Coronavirus-related deaths and 434 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
With just three new cases...
Laois people aged 60-64 to register for their COVID-19 AstraZeneca Vaccine
Laois people aged 60-64 are being asked to register for their Covid-19 vaccine from today.
The HSE has opened the portal for those aged 64...
Archive of late Laois historian secured with hopes it can be displayed on newly...
The archive of a late local historian and businessman has been secured by Laois County Council.
Mathews, a well-known historian and author of several books...
‘Offensive’ graffiti and ‘runners on wires’ to be removed in Portlaoise
A call for some graffiti in Portlaoise, that has been described as 'offensive' and 'menacing', to be removed was made at a Laois County...
Plea for action over anti-social behaviour at derelict house as neighbours unable to sleep
A plea has been made for action to be taken over a vacant property in Portlaoise which is routinely the scene of anti-social behaviour.
The...
Almost €300,000 for Laois Sports Partnership in latest round of government funding
Sport Ireland has granted €296.721 to Laois Sports Partnership to assist them in their ongoing work in developing sports throughout the county.
Funding of €9.5...
In Pictures: Laois hurlers take to the water in support of fundraiser for local...
The Woodenbridge Paddlers Association has recently been granted planning permission by Laois County Council to develop The Erkina Blueway.
This will connect the towns of...
Coronavirus: 10 further deaths and 617 new cases as Intel confirm Covid outbreak at...
There have been 10 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 617 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of those who died, seven...
‘Great day’ for Kolbe Special School as brand new building moves a step closer
Today has been heralded as a 'great day' for Kolbe Special School as there has finally been progress on their hopes for a new...
Laois hurlers and footballers set for National League adventure as fixtures published
The National Football and Hurling league fixtures for the 2021 season have just been announced.
Cheddar Plunkett's Laois hurlers are out first as they begin...
Warning to golfers after spate of robberies hit golf clubs including Laois
Gardai and golf clubs in Laois have warned golfers to be vigilant ahead of their return to the course next week.
The warning comes after...
Meeting called following harrowing details of thefts and cars driving over graves in Laois...
A meeting between Laois County Councillors, Council officials and members of the St Peter & Paul’s cemetery committee in Portlaoise has been called after...
Grants of up to €4,000 available to Laois businesses for outdoor dining equipment
Grants funding totalling 75% of a maximum of €4,000 is available for a new Laois County Council and Failte Ireland scheme aimed at making...
Gardai launch investigation after house broken into in Laois village
Gardai have launched an investigation after a house was broken into in Rosenallis today.
The incident happened in the Lower Meelick area of the village...
Coronavirus: 15 further deaths and 401 new cases as study finds regular exercise helps...
There have been 15 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 401 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of the deaths notified today,...
Funding secured for major improvement works on ‘dangerous’ roundabout on busy Laois road
Major improvement works are set to be carried out in the coming months on a 'dangerous' roundabout on a busy Laois road.
The roundabout in...
Calls for a ‘retractable canopy’ to be erected on Main Street in Portlaoise
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that we have all had to adapt the way we live our lives - and one Laois County Councillor...