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From the Archives – Ballyfin woman’s remarkable return to education after half a century
This piece was originally published on LaoisToday in 2024.
Whether it’s scrolling through a social media feed on the phone or finishing off a book before bedtime,...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, February 2, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Paddy Delaney
Feereigh, Rathdowney, Laois
Paddy Delaney, Feereigh, Rathdowney, Co. Laois, February 1st. 2026, peacefully at Midland's...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action as Laois senior footballers take on Wexford
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
The Laois senior footballers are...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 31, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Tom (Santy) Maher
Church Avenue, Stradbally, Laois
The death has occurred of Tom, better known as Santy...
LoveLaois Podcast: Menswear, the best of frenemies, new school, malting barley and Motion of...
A wide and varied episode if ever there was one.
We remember Andy Bergin, the former Timahoe publican who passed away, as well as Leon...
Soccer: Midlands senior league success for Heywood CS and Dunamase College
Heywood CS 3 Scoil Dara, Kilcock 1
FAI Schools Leinster Boys Midlands Senior League Division Two Final
Heywood Community School were crowned FAI Schools Leinster Boys...
JOB VACANCY: Laois Sawmills looking to hire evening shift Mechanical Fitter
JOB VACANCY - Evening Shift Mechanical Fitter
Location: Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Shift: Evening Shift (Full-Time)
Industry: Timber Processing/Manufacturing
Laois Sawmills invites applications for the position of Evening Shift Mechanical Fitter to join...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, January 30, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Fergus Dempsey
Glenbarrow, Portlaoise, Laois, R32C44T/Tallaght, Dublin
Fergus Dempsey, Glenbarrow, Portlaoise and formerly Springfield, Tallaght, 27th January...
Laois malting barley growers urge Boortmalt to reverse decision to end Stradbally intake
About 100 Laois malting barley growers attended a meeting in Portlaoise on Wednesday night which urged Boortmalt to reverse their decision to cut their...
Laois Rugby Podcast: A Towns Cup classic, schools drama and a rugby debut for...
In the wake of Sunday's thrilling Towns Cup clash between Portlaoise and Portarlington, we were meant to have a proper rugby guest this week.
Instead...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, January 29, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen (Kit) Farrell (née Walsh)
'Hillcrest', 6 Kilkenny Road, Ballylinan, Laois, R14 Y927/Athy, Kildare
Peacefully, surrounded by...
JOB VACANCY: Portlaoise auctioneering firm seeking to hire receptionist
A leading and busy auctioneering firm in Portlaoise have a six-month position for a receptionist starting immediately, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Be part of a...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
Laois Soccer Podcast: From Cricklewood to Clonaslee and on to the Midlands League –...
The Laois Soccer Podcast returns and we are joined by a very special guest - Chris Nestor.
Chris is the chairman of the Midlands League...
Death occurs of Leon de Barra, former highly-regarded school principal in Mountmellick
The death has occurred of León De Barra, former highy-respected school principal in Mountmellick. He was aged in his late 80s.
Mr De Barra was...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
Sadness in Timahoe at death of Andy Bergin, former local publican, community man and...
There is sadness in Timahoe this week following the passing of Andy Bergin senior, a man who was deeply embedded in the local community...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Barry’s trip to Tooreen, legendary Laois full-forward line, Derry up next
The Laois hurlers got their NHL Division 2 campaign off to a predictable winning start in Mayo on Sunday afternoon when they were far...
Laois Football Podcast: Wasteful Laois, new ladies rules and two big backroom appointments
The Laois footballers played their part in a manic draw against Limerick on Saturday in the opening round of the National Football League. But...
In Pictures: Massive crowd in attendance as Clonad GAA celebrate 2025 with Dinner Dance
It was standing room only in the Killeshin Hotel on Saturday evening as Clonad GAA gathered for a dinner dance.
More than 170 people were...
Weekend Sport: 120 brilliant pictures from Town’s Cup rugby, Laois v Limerick and Laois...
It was an extremely busy weekend of sport in Laois with games across Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the Laois footballers began their National Football...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 26, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 25, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
Shock and sadness following the passing of young Stradbally man
There is widespread shock and sadness this weekend following the passing of a young Stradbally man.
Ciaran 'Nelly' O'Neill, who is just 23-years-old, passed away...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 24, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Stokes
Portarlington Road, Mountmellick, Laois
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the wonderful care of...
Portlaoise bids farewell to Billy Rowan, founder of Reliable House Furnishers
Portlaoise is mourning the passing of William (Billy) Rowan, the founder of Reliable House Furnishers on Station Road, a business that has been woven...
Laois Football Podcast: Looking ahead to the Ladies National League with Eva Galvin
The Laois Football Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
A new season is upon us and the Laois Ladies will get...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, January 23, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Stokes
Portarlington Road, Mountmellick, Laois
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the wonderful care of...
Stradbally Tractor and Truck Run returns on Sunday, February 1
After the roaring success of last year's event, a Tractor and Truck Run will be held once again in Stradbally this year on Sunday,...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Looking ahead to the start of the National Hurling League
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
The latest episode of the Laois Hurling Podcast is here and this...