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
Council committee decision on Nicole Turner reception branded a ‘disgrace’
The decision to host a municipal authority reception rather that a full-blown County Council one for Nicole Turner has been labelled “disgraceful” by an...
Council to push Portlaoise’s position as the major midlands town
A strong submission pushing the case for Portlaoise to be prioritised as one of the main towns for investment outside of Dublin, is to...
Antiques Roadshow comes to Vicarstown
The Antiques Roadshow will come to Vicarstown this week when a specialist from Sheppard's Auction house will be in attendance.
The event is being held...
Armed raid at Portlaoise shop
An armed raid took place at the Campus Spar shop on the Mountmellick Road, Portlaoise yesterday evening, with gardai appealing for assistance from the...
Concern voiced on Portlaoise burglaries and attack on woman
A woman was attacked in her own home in Portlaoise, with brazen burglars no longer concerned whether people are in a house or not,...
Dog owners warned of responsibilities during lambing season
Dog owners should be extra vigilant during the lambing season, the Laois Joint Policing Committee heard.
“Dogs can do a huge amount of damage and...
Prestigious award for Portarlington dentist
A Portarlington dentist has become the first person in Ireland to receive a gold medal award from the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS Eng).
Dr...
Drink driving increases in Laois as arrests surge
Local gardai have sent out a warning that drink-drivers will be caught in Laois after it emerged that incidences rose in the last three...
Concerns that drones are being used to ‘case’ farms for robbery
Anyone who suspects criminals are flying drones over their property should contact local gardai who will take action, Superintendent Joe Prendergast has vowed.
Concerns were...
Laois performers star in Sweeney Todd
The production of Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street by Tullamore Musical Society will have a strong Laois flavour this year.
A number...
Exclusive: Robert Sheehan recharges in Portlaoise before Mortal Engines lead role
He may have got a lift in a helicopter piloted by Tom Cruise and is about to take his first lead role in a...
Tributes paid to retiring Laois Superintendent
Tributes have been paid to Superintendent Joe Prendergast who is to retire shortly from his role in Laois.
The announcement at the Joint Policing Committee...
Revamped Treacy’s bar all set to re-open
The countdown is on to the revamp of Treacys's Bar & Restaurant in The Heath with the final touches being put in place before...
Management of Ballyhoura bike trail predict big success for Slieve Bloom project
The managers of the Ballyhoura Bike Trail in Limerick have given their backing for the mountain bike trail in the Slieve Bloom mountains, predicting...
Expect greater exposure for Robert Sheehan in episode 4 of Fortitude
Portlaoise actor Robert Sheehan will be appearing in Fortitude again tonight at 9pm on Sky Atlantic in episode 3 of Series 2.
However, fans of...
Brave Portlaoise mum goes public on mental health struggle
A brave Portlaoise mother of three says she has no regrets about going public on her depression and attempted suicide, and hopes that her...
Man punched during morning robbery in Portlaoise town centre
A man was assaulted and a quantity of cash and electrical items were stolen from him close to Portlaoise Leisure Centre at approximately 6...
CCTV footage helps gardai catch Ballybrittas robbery suspects
Four suspects were apprehended following a robbery at Maxol filling station in Ballybrittas thanks to the swift actions of gardai who caught the men...
Twenty four Laois schools have no access to psychological service
A total of 24 schools across Laois do not currently have access for to a National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) psychologist.
The figure was...
Laois on wrong end of commercial premises vacancy list
Laois has the 11th highest vacancy rate for commercial premises in the country, a survey has found.
A total of 12.89% of premises in Laois...
Portlaoise perfectly poised to be major urban centre of midlands
A major overhaul is underway on how planning and development will take place in Ireland over the next 20 years, with an urban planner...
Heath student Anna O’Connell in national final of Doodle4Google
Talented artist Anna O'Connell from Scoil an Fhraoich Mhoir, the Heath has qualified for the national Final of Doodle4Google - now she needs people...
Mountmellick Zumba fundraiser organisers overwhelmed by response
Hundreds of people turned out to take part in the Mountmellick dance and zumba fundraiser on Saturday afternoon which raised €2,250 for 12-year-old Robyn...
BARE in the Woods is Ireland’s top one day festival
The BARE in the Woods festival in Garryhinch has been crowned the best one day festival in the country at the Irish Festival Awards.
Responding...
Portlaoise girl fronts new Cystic Fibrosis campaign for miracle drug
An 11-year-old Portlaoise girl is appearing in a campaign to promote the work of Our Lady's Children's Hospital Crumlin as the campaign to make...
Robert Sheehan on his helicopter trip with Tom Cruise
A helicopter trip with Tom Cruise, a new TV series, a lead role in a Peter Jackson film and a member of the LaoisToday Facebook...
Slieve Bloom Mountain Bike trail could attract 25,000 visitors a year
Tourism bodies in Laois believe the €4 million Slieve Bloom Mountain Bike Trail which has recently been granted planning permission could attract up to...
20 years ago: Port woman on front of Irish Times
A photo taken of Grainne Corcoran from Portarlington protesting on behalf of refugees - which appeared on the front of the The Irish Times...
Countdown on to massive Mountmellick Zumba fundraiser
With the countdown very much on to the Zumba life-saving fundraiser in Mountmellick, the organiser behind it says she has been overwhelmed by the...
Former Laois hurler honoured by Tullamore GAA
A former Laois hurling stalwart was recently crowned Tullamore GAA clubman of the year across the border in Offaly.
Former Castletown star John O’Sullivan was...