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 and Offaly ETB raise cost of living concerns with Oireachtas members
Members of the Oireachtas, including Laois politicians met with representatives from Laois and Offaly ETB at a special briefing event in Buswells Hotel in...
Much-loved Christmas tractor run in aid of Laois school to return after two year...
After a two year absence, Clonenagh National School in Mountrath has announced the return of their annual Tractor Run on Wednesday December 28.
The Tractor...
In Pictures: College preparation pays off at Portlaoise College
In the recent College Awareness week which took place in Portlaoise College, there were many events and activities organised where the whole school community...
Lucky Laois lotto player €63,807 richer following success in Wednesday’s draw
Three players won big in last night’s Lotto draw after matching 5 numbers and the bonus to scoop €63,807 each.
One of the tickets was...
Mountmellick, Ballinakill, Ballyroan and Abbeyleix also benefit from Town and Village Renewal Scheme
Earlier today, we brought you the news that Portarlington had benefited with €500,000 worth of funding from the Town and Village Renewal Scheme.
This money...
Quickfire goals the killer as Knockbeg journey ended in frosty Crettyard by St Peter’s
Knockbeg College 1-10 St Peter's College 2-11
Leinster School’s Senior ‘A’ Football Championship Round 1
Knockbeg College's journey in the Leinster School's Senior football championship is...
Portarlington community project to receive €500,000 funding from Town and Village Renewal Scheme
Portarlington has secured €500,000 for a new community development under the Town and Village Renewal Scheme.
This money will be used to develop a community...
Former teammates and managers full of praise for the legendary Ross Munnelly
Former teammates and managers have lined up to pay tribute to Ross Munnelly following his decision to retire yesterday.
The Arles-Kilcruise forward gave 20 years...
In Pictures: Five-part video series showcasing talented Laois artists premiers
A five-part video series showcasing multidisciplinary performances of Laois Artists, premiered on Friday December 9 at the Dunamaise Arts Centre.
The concept for The Ripple...
Laois senior hurling champions on the hunt for new boss as Laffan departs
The three-in-a-row Laois senior hurling champions have confirmed that they are searching for a new manager.
That is after Tipperary native Declan Laffan confirmed that...
First ever midlands midwifery conference – involving Portlaoise Hospital – a great success
The HSE Midlands Nursing and Midwifery Planning and Development Unit and the Regional Centre for Nursing and Midwifery Education presented the Inaugural Midlands Midwifery...
Warning issued after ‘a number of reports of man impersonating Garda’ made in Laois
The Crime Prevention Officer for Laois and Offaly is warning people to be vigilant following incidents of a man impersonating Gardai.
Mr Kavanagh said that...
Magic Mulhare leads Ireland to European Cross Country Championship bronze medal
Mary Mulhare was the crucial runner as Ireland claimed a stunning bronze medal at the European Cross Country Championships this morning.
Ireland claimed a silver...
Laois school among 26 selected for programme aimed at improving mental health of teenage...
26 schools, one in every county in the Republic of Ireland, have been chosen to participate in its #SeriousSupport Schools Programme for the 2022-23...
Funding from €4,000 to €1,000 awarded to 23 Tidy Towns groups in Laois
Grants of between €1,000 and €4,000 have been awarded to 23 Tidy Towns groups across County Laois.
Groups who entered the SuperValu TidyTowns competition in...
Call for Portlaoise to be zoned as commuter town to Dublin to reduce fares...
A Laois County Councillor has called for Portlaoise to be zoned as a commuter town to Dublin which would in turn reduce fares for...
Laois Ladies launch ‘last man standing’ competition to raise funds for training fund
The Laois Ladies enjoyed a tremendous year in 2022 and are hoping to make further progress in 2023.
But in order to do this, money...
SOLD OUT: Electric Picnic 2023 fully sells out hours after tickets go on sale
Tickets for Electric Picnic 2023 went on sale today at 10am and all tickets SOLD OUT by 3pm.
This morning, organisers confirmed that American band...
The Killers added to Electric Picnic line up as final tickets go on sale
The final tickets for Electric Picnic 2023 go on sale this morning - and another big act has been added.
Organisers have confirmed that American...
Three Laois students claim DCU Scholars Awards following excellent Leaving Cert results
Three Laois students were recognised for their excellent Leaving Cert results at a ceremony in DCU recently.
Each year DCU acknowledges incoming high-achieving students within...
In Pictures: Wonderful performances from Laois athletes at All-Ireland Cross Country Championships
St Catherine's AC were the hosts of Day 2 of the National Cross Country Championships which were held in Aghern Garryann, Cork last weekend.
There...
Laois footballers and hurlers plus U-20 footballers have fixtures confirmed for 2023
The roadmap for 2023 for the Laois senior footballers and hurlers has been confirmed by the GAA.
The footballers will compete in four competitions next...
High praise for recently retired General Manager of Portlaoise Hospital – ‘A gentleman to...
There has been high praise for the recently retired General Manager of Portlaoise Hospital.
Last week, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly confirmed to the Portlaoise...
O’Moore Park shortlisted among the best six pitches in Ireland for 2022
The pitch in O'Moore Park was shortlisted among the six best in the country this year by the GAA National Pitch Work Group.
So confirmed...
14 Laois players named as squads for Sigerson Cup and Fitzgibbon Cup confirmed
Fourteen Laois players will be in action for their colleges next year when the Sigerson Cup and the Fitzgibbon Cups get underway.
Three of them...
Households in Laois set to qualify for Fuel Allowance Scheme for first time
From this week, households in Laois can apply online for the Fuel Allowance Scheme, a Laois TD has confirmed.
A new online system will support...
‘People’s lives are at risk’ – HSE under fire as ambulance service in Laois...
The HSE came under fire at a meeting in Laois County Council today over the way it configures the National Ambulance Service.
The issue was...
Reminder regarding free parking in Portlaoise after people pay unnecessarily
People are being reminded that there is two hours of free parking every Saturday in Portlaoise up until Christmas.
The measure was voted through in...
Laois athlete set to head to Italy to compete in European Cross Country Championships
An exciting Irish team of 40 athletes will take to Turin this weekend for the 28th edition of the European Cross Country Championships
These are...
Portlaoise Library to host talk on the Irish language during the revolutionary years
Portlaoise Library is hosting a talk this (Wednesday) evening on the Irish language during the revolutionary period in Ireland at 7.30pm.
The bi-lingual talk by...