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.
Laois Senator calls for immediate reversal of ‘cruel’ blister-pack decision
Senator Maria McCormack has called on the government to urgently reverse its decision to withdraw funding for medication blister packs.
Senator McCormack has warned that...
Former Laois footballer leads Kildare club Grangenolvin to Leinster Junior title
Grangenolvin of Kildare were crowned Leinster Junior club champions yesterday in SETU Carlow.
They got the better of Carlow side The Fighting Cocks by 1-12...
Laois IFA President and his son set off by tractor for Brussels protest
IFA President Francie Gorman, accompanied by his son Tom (11), will depart on a tractor from the Irish Farm Centre this morning to arrive...
‘Jungle Joe’ set for O’Moore Park return following appearance with 2 Johnnies at 3...
'Jungle' Joe Phelan is set to return to O'Moore Park in 2026 following an appearance on the stage at the 3 Arena last night...
Students at Laois secondary school go global with Irish and English podcasting
Dunamase College/Coláiste Dhún Másc continues to lead the way in innovative teaching, digital creativity and student voice with its rapidly expanding bilingual podcasting programme.
As...
Laois students to be equipped with hands-on skills in virtual reality, filmmaking, and podcasting
A new partnership has been launched for Transition Year students in nine schools across Laois and Offaly - the LOETB TY Digital Arts Programme.
This...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College TY students shine at annual SciFest showcase
Portlaoise College was a hub of innovation and excitement this week as Transition Year students took part in SciFest, the annual celebration of science,...
Call made for river and bridge in Laois village to be cleaned as ‘three...
Laois County Council has been called upon to carry out works on the bridge in Castletown as it is almost fully blocked with silt.
The...
In Pictures: Individuals and community groups benefit as Raheen Vintage Club celebrate another successful...
Raheen Vintage Club held their annual presentation night recently, celebrating another hugely successful year for the club and community.
A total of €9,600 was donated...
Laois TD presses Minister for Public Expenditure for update on new school for Colaiste...
Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley has called on the Government to 'honour the Commitments in the Programme for Government on the school building projects...
In Pictures: Mountrath Community School host carol service and TY market
Mountrath Community School held its annual Christmas Carol Service, bringing students, staff, and families together to celebrate the festive season in a warm and...
Laois County Fire and Rescue Service welcomes two new fire appliances
Laois County Fire and Rescue Service has strengthened its fleet with the addition of two new state-of-the-art fire appliances, which will serve the communities...
Laois GAA confirm U-20 footballer and hurler of the year for 2025
Laois GAA have announced the selection of U-20 footballer and hurler of the year for 2025.
Unsurprisingly, both selections come from players from the respective...
WATCH: All-Ireland final excitement building in Camross and Killanure as festive song released
History will be made in Croke Park this weekend as a camogie team from Camross will contest an All-Ireland final.
They are heading to GAA...
Simpson’s Gala in Stradbally awarded Gala greener grant
Simpson’s Gala in Stradbally has been selected as a recipient of a Gala Greener Grant, an initiative aimed at supporting retailers in their transition...
Laois woman who had open heart surgery graduates as Patient Champion
A Laois woman who had open heart surgery has graduated as a Patient Champion for a national heart and stroke charity.
Olivia McLoughlin Sweeney, who...
Annanough woman chosen as Laois Beko Club Champion
Lorraine Cody of Annanough GAA has been chosen as the 2025 winner in the Leinster GAA Beko Club Champion awards.
Lorraine received her award from...
Irish Wheelchair Association welcomes Laois Local Community Development Committee for collaborative visit
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) welcomed members of the Laois Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) to its service centre on the St Fintan’s Hospital...
Laois teenager recovers from serious knee injury to become double world champion
If you are looking for a story of about resilience, determination and pure heart - then this Laois teenager has you covered.
Shane Allison, a...
Leinster Colleges JHC: Glory for Mountrath CS as they battle past the challenge of...
Mountrath CS 3-21 St Brendan's Community School Birr 2-16
Leinster College's Junior 'A1' Hurling Championship Final
Mountrath Community School have been crowned Leinster College's Junior 'A1'...
Laois TD confirms that continued nitrates derogation secured for farmers
Farmers in Laois will benefit from the continued availability of the nitrates derogation, Laois Fine Gael TD Willie Aird has said.
Deputy Aird, who is...
Laois Rose of Tralee confirmed as latest contestant for Dancing With The Stars
Laois's winning Rose of Tralee, Katelyn Cummins, has been confirmed as the latest contestant for Dancing With The Stars.
The hit RTE show, which will...
Laois man wins Hotelier of the Year at the Hospitality Management Awards
A Laois man has won a major award at the IHI Hospitality Management Awards (HMAs) which took place ln the Clayton Hotel on Burlington...
Barry and Lacey depart but O’Carroll and Kingston return as Laois footballers prepare for...
The new inter-county season is less than a month away and the Laois senior football panel is beginning to take shape.
Justin McNulty's third year...
Athletics: Second All-Ireland for Fitzpatrick as Laois athletes excel at National Cross Country Championships
The juvenile club cross-country season came to a close on Sunday last with the National Novice and Juvenile Uneven Age Cross-Country Championships taking place...
Two Laois farmers graduate from Tirlán Governance Academy with top honours
Twenty-one Tirlán members have graduated as the inaugural class from the Tirlán Governance Academy.
This is after they completed the Certificate in Co-op Governance &...
Mountmellick Macra’s light up truck and tractor run returns for 5th Year
Mountmellick Macra’s much-loved Light Up Truck & Tractor Run is back by popular demand and will take place on Saturday, December 13, kick-starting the...
Laois TD presses Minister for Finance for answers on ‘long-delayed’ Rathdowney fire station
Laois TD Willie Aird has called for urgent Government action to deliver a new fire station for Rathdowney.
The Fine Gael TD raised the issue...
Laois nursing graduate receives top award at conferring ceremony in Dublin
Mountmellick nursing graduate, Ellen Horan had double cause for celebration after achieving ‘top of her class’ status at the 25th annual Hibernia College conferring...
Portlaoise College confirm that new language has been included in scholarship programme
Portlaoise College has announced the launch of its annual Language Scholarships, offering students valuable opportunities to deepen their Irish and modern foreign language skills.
The...