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.
In Pictures: Laois Macra na Feirme awards night a huge success
Last weekend, the Macra Na Feirme clubs in Laois celebrated their success over the last year.
Portlaoise Macra won club of the year followed by...
Memorial service organised for Laois mother following sad passing in South Africa
There was deep sadness and shock at the end of June with the news that a young Laois mother had passed away in South...
Laois man releases children’s book on Slieve Bloom Mountains with proceeds for a very...
A Laois man has written and released a children's book about the magic of the Slieve Bloom Mountains.
Jason O'Neill, from Portlaoise, released his first...
Laois mammy set for TV appearance in bid to win €10,000
We love seeing Laois people on TV and another one is set for an appearance on our screens next week.
Katie Neamtu, owner of Jojos...
Our guide to what is on this weekend
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It’s another busy weekend in Laois.
The Laois Walks Festival continues with guided walks in Cullahill, Ridge of Cappard...
Selector Fitzgerald believes Dublin win will inspire whole new generation of Laois hurlers
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Just like Matthew Whelan, selector Tommy Fitzgerald was involved as a player with...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, July 11, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Frederick Vallom
Kilkenny Road, Ballinakill, Laois
Peacefully. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Kathleen,...
WATCH: Local shop releases song for the Laois hurlers ahead of Tipperary clash
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This is gas.
Helen Fortune of Fortune's Fashion's in Rathdowney has released a song...
Phelan delighted to get his chance again after missing most of Joe McDonagh Cup...
The Laois hurlers claimed the Joe McDonagh Cup in Croke Park two weeks ago when they defeated Westmeath.
It was a joyous day for all...
Electric Picnic launches a Finest dining experience for 2019
The ‘Banquet at Electric Picnic’ is set to once again tantalise taste buds at this year’s festival, as Derry Clarke and Mark Moriarty today...
Government purchase eight acre site at Emo Court
The government has announced that it has purchased an eight acre site within the grounds of Emo Court.
Laois/Offaly TD and Minister for Justice &...
Paddy Power issues apology and gives free bets to Laois GAA fans
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Hundreds of Laois GAA supporters received a windfall this morning by way of...
Manager O’Loughlin hails his players as U-20s reach first Leinster final in ten years
Not since 2009 have the Laois footballers reached a provincial final at this grade and Billy O'Loughlin's charges have certainly done it the hard...
Eight Talking Points as the Laois U-20 footballers set up Leinster final against the...
Last night saw the Laois U-20 footballers record a relatively easy victory over Meath in O'Moore Park to reach the Leinster final against Dublin.
Billy...
Sweeper Lennon and veteran Whelan believe Laois had a point to prove
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Matthew Whelan is a long time on the go with Laois and he...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Frederick Vallom
Kilkenny Road, Ballinakill, Laois
Peacefully. Deeply regretted by his loving wife Kathleen,...
Portlaoise seal Division 1A league final place and relegate The Heath
Portlaoise will face O'Dempsey's in the Division 1A final tonight after they defeated and relegated The Heath this evening.
The Town went into the game...
Classy Laois cruise past Meath challenge to reach Leinster U-20 football final
Laois 1-13 Meath 0-7
EirGrid Leinster U-20 Football Championship Semi Final
The Laois U-20 footballers are through to their first Leinster final in ten years as...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action as Laois face Meath for a place in...
The big day has arrived for these young men.
We’re back in O’Moore Park tonight as the Laois U-20 footballers take on Meath in the...
In Pictures: Laois duo claim gold at European Ultimate Frisbee Championships
This sport sounds bizarre but two Laois women won't care about that as they were part of an Ireland team which claimed a European...
Laois player edges colleague to be named GAA Hurler of the week
What an accolade this is!
We picked out Laois hurler Willie Dunphy as our man of the match following Laois's win over Dublin on Sunday.
And...
POSTPONED: Laois GAA reschedule hurling championships following inter-county success
The Laois Senior and Senior A hurling championships have been put back by two weeks following the success of the Laois hurlers.
The hurling championships...
Here’s your guide to the Laois U-20s Leinster semi final clash with Meath
We’re back in O'Moore Park tonight as the Laois U-20 footballers take on Meath in the semi final of the Leinster championship.
Here we guide...
Captain Purcell and goalkeeper Rowland savour tremendous Dublin victory
The Laois hurlers waited 14 years to get to Croke Park and now they are heading back to GAA HQ for the second time...
All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures with Croke Park and a host of...
A crazy week ahead.
TUESDAY JULY 9
Leinster U20FC Semi Final (Extra time & Winner on the Day, if necessary)
Laois v Meath in O'Moore Park 7.30pm
Laois...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Agnes Egan (née Fitzpatrick)
Cabra Road, Dublin 7, Dublin / Portlaoise, Laois
EGAN (née...
League finals for Borris-Kilcotton, Castletown, Clonaslee and Portlaoise following tonight’s GAA results
After a very busy weekend, it was a very busy Monday evening on the GAA front.
Four league semi finals were down for decision with...
Laois U-20 football team named for Leinster football semi final v Meath
Laois U-20 boss Bill O'Loughlin has named his starting 15 for the Leinster semi final clash with Meath in O'Moore Park on Tuesday.
Laois have...
WATCH: Laois hurlers, supporters and kids make brilliant appearance on RTE News
We can't get enough of the Laois hurlers at the moment - and neither can the national media it seems.
Ciaran Mulloolly and the RTE...
Laois’s newest secondary school purchases site for new building
This is brilliant news!
Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) has announced that Heads of Agreement have been reached for the acquisition of...