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.
Minor Football: Heartbreak for Laois as All-Ireland campaign ended by Wicklow
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Laois 1-8 Wicklow 1-9
All-Ireland MFC...
In Pictures: Scenes of jubilation as Laois strike at the death to claim Joe...
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The Laois senior hurlers are...
Laois referee selected to officiate Leinster minor and Christy Ring Cup finals
It is set to be a very busy period for one Laois referee who will step into the national spotlight on two occasions over...
Abbeyleix gears up to represent Ireland on the international stage
The town of Abbeyleix is buzzing with activity as preparations ramp up ahead of a major international visit from the Communities in Bloom judging...
In Pictures: Award winners celebrated at Portlaoise College’s Evening of Excellence
Portlaoise College hosted its annual Evening of Excellence on Wednesday, an event dedicated to recognising the achievements of students across academics, extracurricular activities and...
Becky Hill, Amble and Kingfishr added as Electric Picnic announce latest line up for...
Becky Hill, Amble and Kingfishr are among the latest acts to be added to the Electric Picnic line up later this year.
An additional 45...
Portlaoise Schools celebrate sustainable travel success at Cluster Project Awards
Ten schools across Portlaoise have been honoured for their achievements in promoting active and sustainable travel at the Portlaoise Schools Cluster Project Awards, held...
‘Where is the money gone?’ – Mystery as previously approved footpath in Laois village...
There was anger and bewilderment in the Laois County Council chamber this week following an update on a previously approved footpath that now appears...
Handball: Brennan takes home richly deserved All-Ireland title
Kevin Brennan was crowned Men’s Golden Masters B 40x20 All-Ireland champion last weekend with a resounding 21-7, 21-8 victory over Antrim’s Joseph Boyle.
Kevin has...
Laois primary care centres raised in the Dail with the Taoiseach
Laois TD Brian Stanley has raised the issue of primary care centres in the county with Taoiseach Micheal Martin in the Dail.
The Independent Republican...
Laois poet to host readings from his latest poetry collection and short stories
Ballyfin native and poet Dr Arthur Broomfield is set to unveil readings from his poetry collections as well as from his new work of...
Former Laois TD and Minister for Justice elected chair of Irish Red Cross
The Irish Red Cross has announce the election of Charlie Flanagan as the new Chair of the Board, following a vote by its General...
Laois band deliver strong anti racism message with new lyric video ‘Eyes of the...
Laois punky folk band The Outcast Crew have a released a lyric video for their latest single ‘Eyes of the World’.
The song is a...
In Pictures: Hole in one for Matthew as Laois Hurlers Golfing Society host first...
The Laois Hurlers Golfing Society got their season underway recently in the beautiful surrounds of Mountrath Golf Club.
The weather was idyllic, one of the...
Laois business all set for National Enterprise Awards final
A Creative production company from Ballinakill is set to compete with the country’s best small businesses as one of the finalists for the National...
Laois students celebrate cycling success at National Awards in Galway
Four cycling ambassadors from Portlaoise College; Aeon, Celina, Kinga, and Emilia — have been recognised for their leadership and innovation in promoting cycling among...
Laois school’s musical nominated for four prestigious awards following sell out success
Portlaoise CBS have been nominated by the Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) for four prestigious awards for their TY School Musical 'Grease'.
The musical...
Laois band to perform at music festival and record new track following song contest...
A Laois band are set to perform at a music festival and have their single professionally recorded after winning a song contest.
'Alright Then' have...
42 extra childcare places to be provided in Portlaoise following €309,000 investment
An extra 42 after school childcare places are set to become available in Portlaoise following a €309,475 government investment.
Birchgrove Childcare Centre in Portlaoise currently...
Budding scientists shine at SciFest in Heywood Community School
Heywood Community School was a hub of innovation and scientific inquiry recently as students took part in the annual SciFest science fair.
The event featured...
Joe McDonagh Cup: Massive upset as Kildare dent final hopes with deserved win over...
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Laois 1-18 Kildare 4-20
Joe McDonagh...
Minor Football: Dawson double sees Laois past Antrim and into All-Ireland Tier 3 semi...
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Laois 3-20 Antrim 0-15
All-Ireland MFC...
Aimee Collier and Clodagh Tynan on the road to redemption as Laois camogie prepare...
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Leinster Intermediate Camogie Final - Laois v Carlow
In Dr...
Electric Picnic Residents’ Committee set to host public meeting next week
The Electric Picnic Residents' Committee have announced that they will host a public meeting next week.
The meeting is for Stradbally residents and is scheduled...
2nd Year Hurling: Mountrath CS crowned Leinster ‘B’ champions following extra time classic with...
Mountrath CS 3-19 Coláiste Abhainn Rí Callan 1-19 (AET)
Leinster Colleges 'B' 2nd Year Hurling Final
Mountrath Community School have been crowned Leinster 2nd Year 'B'...
All the results and reports from Day 2 of the 2025 Cumann na mBunscol...
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It was a hectic day...
Killeen repels O’Connell as Mountrath defeat Ballyroan for Division 3 hurling glory
Ballyroan 2-9 Mountrath 3-10
Roinn 3 Hurling Championship
Mountrath and Ballyroan brought the 2025 Cumann na mBunscol hurling and camogie championships to a close with a...
Molly is magic as Raheen defeat Portarlington to claim Division 2 camogie Shield
Raheen 3-5 Portarlington 2-1
Roinn 2 Camogie Shield
Molly Donoghue was magic as Raheen defeated Portarlington to claim Division 2 camogie shield success.
The talented midfielder scored...
Dan the Man as Emo edge out Ballyfin to claim Division 2 hurling championshipship...
Ballyfin 0-6 Emo 2-7
Roinn 2 Hurling Championship
Dan Carroll was the main man as Emo claimed the Division 2 hurling championship title.
The tigerish forward scored...
Nolan and Kingston do the damage as Paddock NS complete hurling and camogie double
Paddock 12-8 Clonaghadoo 2-8
Roinn 3 Hurling Shield
An hour after their girls claimed camogie glory, the boys followed suit to send Paddock home celebrating on...