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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.

Record high number of deaths posted on RIP.ie for Laois in April

77 death notices were posted on RIP.ie in April 2020 for Laois, a record high number for a single month for the county. Gerard McCarthy...

In Pictures: Timahoe GAA hold 72 hour ‘Danathon’ in aid of Dan Donoher

The village of Timahoe came together over the weekend to run a massive fundraiser for Dan Donoher. For 72 hours over the course of the...
Turf

Laois TD welcomes decision to allow Bord na Mona cut turf

Laois TD Brian Stanley has welcomed the decision to grant Bord na Mona a substitute planning consent for this year's peat harvest which will...

BREAKING: 37 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,375 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 37 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

BREAKING: GAA suspends all ‘inter-county’ training until further notice

The GAA have confirmed that no inter-county games will take place until October at the earliest due to the Coronavirus pandemic. In a statement released...

In Pictures: Laois community comes together to wish popular woman a 100th birthday

What a stunning milestone to reach. The town of Rathdowney came together today to wish one of their oldest residents a happy 100th birthday this...

Deep sadness in Laois following tragic passing of Declan Doocey

There is deep shock and sadness in Laois following the tragic passing of the well-known Declan Doocey. Mr Doocey died following an accident in Mountrath...

LISTEN: Laois footballers struggle to see how GAA can resume in July under ‘social...

'Social distancing is something that is going to remain with us for a very, very long time'. Those were the words of Minister for Health...

Popular Laois road race cancelled altogether for 2020

The Streets of Portlaoise 5km Road Race will not proceed in 2020. The race, which was traditionally takes place on St Patrick's Day, was postponed...

BREAKING: 23 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,339 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 23 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

All-Ireland champions set to entertain at increasingly popular Laois parish online lunchtime concert

This increasingly popular Rathdowney church concert is back today and they have some very special guests. The Coronavirus has changed life as we know it...

Help sought to give Laois girl a 21st birthday surprise after Coronavirus scuppers Disneyland...

A Laois family are looking for help to make their foster daughters birthday wish come through this weekend. Mountrath native Hope, who has Down Syndrome,...
Soccer

Local soccer league launches ‘Irish Nursing Homes Appeal’ to purchase PPE

A local soccer league where a number a number of Laois clubs play, has launched an 'Irish Nursing Homes appeal'. CCFL chairman Chris Hand announced...

BREAKING: 16 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,319 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 16 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

WATCH: Laois hurler crowned All-Ireland champion of FIFA 20 Charity Tournament

He's only gone and done it! Eric Killeen has been competing as Man City in the All-Ireland FIFA 20 Charity Online Tournament this weekend in...

BREAKING: 19 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,303 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 19 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

Laois hurler reaches All-Ireland final of FIFA 20 Charity Tournament

He's already won the Leinster championship - and now this Laois hurler is one more win away from being crowned an All-Ireland champion. Eric Killeen...

BREAKING: 25 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,286 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 25 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

BREAKING: Government announces extension to Coronavirus restrictions and provides road-map to how they are...

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has announced an extension Coronavirus restrictions and unveiled a road-map on how the country will begin to reopen. Restrictions have been increased...

BREAKING: 34 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,265 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 34 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

WATCH: Laois school releases video to let students know they are supporting them

This is a lovely video. The staff of St Mary's CBS Portlaoise have come together to record a video to let their students know that...

Laois hurler set to line out for Man City in All-Ireland FIFA 20 Charity...

Laois hurler Eric Killeen will compete with his Man City team in the All-Ireland FIFA 20 Charity Online Tournament to help raise funds for...

BREAKING: 43 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,232 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 43 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

The story of ‘Do It For Dan’ set to feature on Late Late Show

The story of the incredibly successful 'Do It For Dan' fundraiser will feature on tomorrow night's Late Late Show. In March of this year, Laois...

Local TD calls on government to consider ‘reducing or refunding motor tax payments’

Independent TD Carol Nolan has called on the government to consider introducing measures that would see vehicle owners of all types being granted a...

BREAKING: 31 more deaths reported from Coronavirus in Ireland

1,190 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of 31 from yesterday. It is important to note that not all of...

HSE agree relocate staff to Laois nursing home following plea for help

This is welcome news for residents, their families, staff and owners. Valerie Moore, the General Manager of Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington has confirmed, that...

In Pictures: Laois school launch ‘Photography Challenge’ to promote positivity online

A Laois secondary school has been encouraging the school community to connect together and promote positivity online during this current crisis through a 'Photography...

Relatives of residents at Laois Nursing Home ‘worried sick’ as staff shortages leave it...

The relatives of some of the 49 residents in Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington have expressed their worry for their loved ones as severe...

Laois secondary school sends cards to all students and announce details of ‘virtual’ awards...

A Laois secondary school has reached out to all of their students by sending them cards. Portlaoise College sent out these cards to remind all...