David Power
A journalist for over 20 years, David has worked for a number of regional titles both as journalist and editor. From Tullamore he also works as a content editor for Independent.ie. His heroes include Shane Lowry, Seamus Darby and Johnny Flaherty
Laois rent prices rising faster than national average
Rent prices in Laois are increasing at a faster pace than the national average and are now 16.6% higher now than they were a...
Anger at reduction of physiotherapy services in Laois
Physiotherapy services in Laois are to be reduced resulting in some patients in the county having to make a forty mile round-trip for treatment.
Sean...
Road near Ballyroan closed following car and tractor collision
A three kilometre stretch of road outside Ballyroan is currently closed following a crash involving a car and tractor.
Gardaí confirmed that the Portlaoise Road...
Fire fighters bring Mountmellick bog fire under control
Fire fighters are still on the scene at a Mountmellick bog fire at Garrymore which began on Saturday and spread over a number of...
Investigation into burglary and assault of elderly couple
An elderly man is being treated for head injuries at Portlaoise hospital after raiders broke into his house overnight and threatened him and his...
It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories
As ever, it was another busy week in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.
From serious...
Katherine Lynch wants Laois folk to join her on Camino walk
Laois walking enthusiasts can make every step count for hospice care this September by walking the Camino de Santiago with actress Katherine Lynch in aid...
Live register figures continue to drop in Laois
The number of people on the live register in Laois continues to drop with 5,609 in the county now classed as looking for work.
This...
All set for Darkness into Light in Rathdowney and Mountmellick
The final touches are being put in place for two Darkness into Light events in Laois which are expected to attracts hundreds of participants.
Rathdowney...
Death occurs of Mountmellick businessman Tony Bradford
The death has taken place of well-known Mountmellick businessman Tony Bradford (73).
He came to Ireland in 1972 to set up business and spent the...
Laois farmers must continue to receive over €3 million in subsidies – Stanley
It is vital that 1,700 farmers in Laois continue to get disadvantaged subsidies of €3.2 million, the Dáil has heard.
Deputy Brian Stanley said is...
Laois players selected for Emerging Talent tournament
Four players from Laois will feature on the Midlands Emerging Talent Panel which is participating in a national inter-league tournament in Carlow IT on...
Firefighters battle bog fire near Portlaoise
Up to 12 Laois firefighters are currently dealing with a bog fire at Togher, on the outskirts of Portlaoise.
The fire broke out today as...
No Limits centre needs ‘a miracle’ to reopen in Portlaoise
The No Limits centre which provides specialised service for children with intellectual difficulties is hoping a new premises and funding can be found to...
Fears for jobs at two Bord na Móna plants
A management decision could be taken today to close one of the Bord na Móna factories in Tipperary or Offaly.The board of Bord na...
Visit of President Higgins to Abbeyleix confirmed
President Michael D Higgins will be a guest of honour at Abbeyleix Bog on May 25 when a five-year wetlands strategy will be launched.
Plans...
‘Doorways of Stradbally’ exhibition opens at weekend
The Stradbally branch of the Active Retirement Association (ARA) will launch its art exhibition, 'Doorways of Stradbally' at the Laois Arthouse Gallery, Stradbally on...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a ainm.
Claire O'Flanagan (née Woods)
Cork Rd., Durrow, Laois
Peacefully at her home. Beloved wife...
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GAA
Our junior footballers drew with Portlaoise last wednesday in the League. It was a promising result, we have a strong junior team this year...
Six drink-driving arrests over Bank Holiday weekend
Six drink-driving suspects were arrested over the weekend as part of a garda road safety clampdown in Portlaoise.
A garda spokesperson confirmed that over 60...
66 new houses planned for Portlaoise
Sixty six new houses are planned at Clonroosk in Portlaoise which will complete the unfinished estate.
Planning permission is being sought for the construction of...
Imelda Tynan’s rhubarb tart gets the thumbs up from top food critics
Rhubarb tart from Imelda Tynan has been likened to an ‘ancient art’ by foot critics in the latest edition of the Bridgestone Guide.
John and...
Information for Laois people living with coeliac disease
People with coeliac disease in Laois are being encouraged to get in touch with the Coeliac Society of Ireland as part of a national...
Help sought to save old Portlaoise petrol pumps
Portlaoise Tidy Towns is looking for inspiration and assistance from the local community on how the old-style petrol pumps at Market Square can be...
Weekend Laois Tourist Office closure ‘like a restaurant closing for lunch’
The closure of Laois tourist office over weekends was likened by one tourist insider to a restaurant closing at lunchtime.
While this person working in...
It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories
It was another busy week in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.
From serious news, to...
Laois Rose Kate Hyland will be ’emotional’ handing over her crown
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Reigning Laois Rose Kate Hyland is looking forward to the excitement on...
Laois business women and entrepreneurs take ‘Steps to Success’
Nearly 100 Laois business women and entrepreneurs attended the Fuelling Ambition ‘Steps to Success’ Roadshow in Portlaoise earlier this week.
The event was organised by...
Laois construction waste charges are ‘anti-business’
Charges at the construction and demolition (C&D) waste facility in Portlaoise are harming local jobs, Laois County Council has heard.
At the council’s monthly meeting,...
Training to start for Portlaoise No Name Club
The Portlaoise No Name Club has moved a step closer to opening with news this week that training is to take place locally.
The Portlaoise...