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.
€90K funding boost for the county’s outdoor recreation welcomed by Laois Partnership
Close to €90,000 funding has been secured by Laois Partnership Company for improvement works throughout the county as part of the Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure...
In Pictures: Family fun and fashion day a resounding success for breakthrough cancer research
The Family Fun and Fashion Day held at Fitz Of Inch was a remarkable event, bringing together over 850 attendees in support of Breakthrough...
SIPTU to meet with Leprino Foods after closure announcement as local politicians hit out
SIPTU representatives are to meet with senior management at Leprino Foods in Portlaoise today following the announcement that the company intends to cease production...
Long awaited Mountmellick Fllod Relief Scheme could cost €20 million says Laois TD
A flood relief scheme that has been mooted for a Laois town for almost eight years may now cost €20 million.
So says Independent TD...
Job losses in Laois as Leprino Foods to cease manufacturing operations in 2026
There has been a jobs blow this afternoon as a big employer has announced it is to cease manufacturing operations at its plant in...
Laois GAA Fixtures: Attention turns back to football with knockout action ahead
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The Laois Shopping Centre football championships return this...
In Pictures: Five lucky acts selected to perform at Electric Picnic via Electric Youth
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Electric Picnic have announced the winners of their recent 'Electric Youth' competition.
The Youth...
Laois Premier IHC: Late Heffernan and Duff goals crucial as Ballyfin lose to Rathdowney-Errill...
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Rathdowney-Errill 1-19 Ballyfin 2-13
Laois Premier IHC Group B...
Previews: Super Sunday of action with six games down for decision in SHC, Premier...
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The Laois Shopping Centre Senior, Premier Intermediate and...
Laois IHC: Cormac and Onions to the fore as Clonad clinch semi final spot
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Clonad 2-15 The Harps 0-10
Laois IHC Group A...
Previews: Five matches down for decision on Saturday in the SHC, Premier IHC and...
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The Laois Shopping Centre Senior, Premier Intermediate and...
Laois businesman elected chairman of forestry group
Forest Industries Ireland has announced that a Laois businessman has been elected as its chairman.
Mark Sheeran, Managing Director of Laois company CJ Sheeran Ltd,...
Laois SHC: Crucial weekend with qualifying places potentially becoming clearer
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It is a crucial weekend in the Laois...
In Pictures: Laois County Council announce €550,000 upgrade of cycle and walking tracks in...
Laois County Council have announced a €550,000 upgrade of cycle and walking tracks in Durrow.
This work will be carried out in partnership with Pedal...
Exciting programme of events planned as Laois Heritage Week 2025 launched
The launch of Heritage Week 2025 in Laois took place in the historic setting of Old St Peter’s Church and Graveyard.
Heritage Week runs from...
Stradbally Community Choir announced as Electric Picnic confirm line up for Hazelwood
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Electric Picnic have announced the line up for Hazelwood - and there will...
Excitement building as popular Festival of the Mountain set to return this weekend
Festival of the Mountain returns to Glenbarrow, Rosenallis on Sunday, August 17, at 12PM with a jam packed shedule.
The festival is set to continue...
Laois farm opens gates to the public for ‘Inside The Gate’ sustainable farming showcase
A nature-friendly farm in Laois will open to the public on August 31 for a one-day event organised by Farming For Nature, a non-profit...
Cllr Aisling Moran: ‘We need more people like Gareth Sheridan to stand up’
A Laois County Councillor has thrown her full weight behind an independent who hopes to get on the ballot paper for the upcoming presidential...
Handball: All-Ireland final beckons as Brophy prepares to face Tyrone opponent
There was mixed fortunes for Laois handball in the 60x30 All-Ireland Championships over the last couple of weekends with Clough-Ballacolla’s Kevin Brennan and Cullohill...
Electric Picnic: Fishtown, Theatre of Food and a brand new piano stage revealed
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The Electric Picnic Music and Arts Festival is just over two weeks away...
Irish Water ‘bridges the gap for growth in Ballyroan’ as work commences on wastewater...
Uisce Eireann, formerly known as Irish Water, has announced it has begun a huge piece of infrastructural work in Ballyroan.
The company says that work...
Rugby: Laois player selected for Ireland Women’s World Cup squad
The Ireland rugby squad for the 2025 Women's World Cup has been announced and a Laois woman is among them.
Former Portlaoise RFC forward Eimear...
In Pictures: Wild celebrations and big Laois attendance as Premier Junior All-Ireland claimed
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There were scenes of jubilation and excitement as Laois claimed...
Laois SFC: Graiguecullen repeat the feat from 12 months ago as they topple champions...
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Graiguecullen 1-12 Portarlington 1-10
Laois SFC Round 2
Graiguecullen have...
Draw made for Laois SFC Round 3 and IFC quarter finals
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The draws have been made for the next...
Laois SFC: McWey is magic as Ballyroan-Abbey defeat Courtwood to claim quarter final place
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Ballyroan-Abbey 2-16 Courtwood 2-14
Laois SFC Round 2
James McWey...
Laois SFC: Carroll the hero as Portlaoise strike at the death to edge out...
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Portlaoise 0-13 St Joseph's 0-12
Laois SFC Round 2
Benny...
Laois SFC: Dramatic conclusion as Arles-Killeen strike late again to defeat Killeshin and seal...
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Arles-Killeen 1-12 Killeshin 1-11
Laois SFC Round 2
Arles-Killeen have...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action from five Laois SFC and IFC matches
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Round 2 of the Laois Shopping Centre SFC...