LaoisToday Reporter
€100,000 for Rathdowney to develop ‘Town Centre First’ plan
€100,000 in funding is being provided to the town of Rathdowney under a new Government initiative to tackle vacancy, combat dereliction and breathe new...
Portlaoise Institute opens Applications for September 2022
At Portlaoise Institute there is a huge Variety of QQI Level 5 courses available this September.
All our courses are outlined on our new updated...
Fourth Wall Laois Theatre set to take to the stage as ‘The Field’ goes...
“If there was more co-operation the world would be an easier place," says the Bird O’Donnell as he covers up for a heinous crime...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, February 3, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Scully
The Pike, Timahoe, Laois
John passed away peacefully in the company of his loving family....
In Pictures: History for Dunamase College as they claim first ever football championship win
Dunamase College 7-10 Athy College 2-5
South Leinster School's 'D' 2nd Year Final
Dunamase College saw off a spirited challenge from Athy College to win their...
In Pictures: Laois School of Music Beginner Orchestra to perform in Dunamaise Arts Centre!
The newly formed Laois School of Music Beginner Orchestra is to perform on the stage of the Dunamaise Arts Centre, on Sunday, February 13,...
Craft Market returns to Solas Eco Garden Centre this Sunday, February 6
This weekend sees the first monthly craft market of the year with over 30 different craft and artisan stalls on display this Sunday, February...
Laois athletes advance as massive turnout at South Leinster Schools Cross Country
The South Leinster Secondary Schools Cross Country took place this week in Carlow - with a massive field of of almost 1,300 runners competing...
Sadness following the passing of Rita Fitzpatrick – mam of Supervet Noel
There is sadness in Ballyfin this week following the passing of Rita Fitzpatrick at the age of 92.
Mrs Fitzpatrick, of Esker, Mountmellick, passed peacefully...
Talking Sport Podcast: Bumper weekend in O’Moore Park as Tipp and Westmeath come to...
For the first time in almost two years, O'Moore Park will welcome supporters to watch the Laois county teams in action.
And it's a huge...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, February 3, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Rita Fitzpatrick
Esker, Mountmellick, Laois, R32 YK49
Rita Fitzpatrick (92), our beloved mother, passed away peacefully in...
Cummins Motor Group – new Opel dealers in Portlaoise – celebrate massive January sales...
Official figures from the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), highlight the Opel brand recorded phenomenal growth in County Laois in January 2022.
Following...
Local TD questions need for €22,000 afforestation poll ‘when Department already has the answer’
Independent TD for Laois-Offaly, Carol Nolan, has questioned the necessity of a poll conducted by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine on...
Costa Del Errill – Beach resort in Laois receives planning permission
A beach resort is on its way to Laois after County Council planners gave the proposal the green light.
Laois may be about as far...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, February 2, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Myra Feeney (née Dignam)
Fairview, Dublin / Wolfhill, Laois
Feeney (née Dignam), Myra Elizabeth, aged 93 years, (Fairview,...
Funeral details for Laois woman tragically killed in farm accident confirmed
The funeral details of a Laois woman who died tragically in a farm accident have been confirmed.
Kathleen Seale, née Collier, passed away on Monday...
In Pictures: Laois Master Athletes have a great day at the All-Ireland Indoor Track...
The All-Ireland Indoors Track & Field took place in the TUS Arena in Athlone on Sunday last.
This Masters competition is great fun and a...
In Pictures: Portlaoise CBS U-19s secure draw to reach Leinster League semi finals
The Portlaoise CBS U-19 soccer team secured a draw to reach the Leinster League semi finals today.
Following a tough encounter away to Patrician Newbridge,...
Health and Safety Authority notified after Laois woman tragically dies following farm accident
The Health and Safety Authority has been notified following a tragic farm accident in Laois yesterday.
The woman, aged in her 60s, was killed following...
Vicarstown farmer named as Teagasc’s silage competition winner
Richard Bond from Vicarstown was recently honoured by Teagasc as the winner of silage competition recognising best practice in the farming sector.
Following judging from...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, February 1, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
William (Willie) Brennan
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Predeceased by his wife Lyla and grandson Eoin. Deeply regretted by...
JOB VACANCIES: Laois Hire are currently seeking to fill a number of roles
Laois Hire are currently seeking to hire for the following roles:
Trade Counter Sales
Plant Fitter
Hire/Sales Desk Administrator
See full job descriptions and details...
JOB VACANCY: Finline Furniture are currently seeking to fill the role of Financial Controller
Finline Furniture are looking to fill the role of Financial Controller to replace our current in-house accountant who is retiring.
Finline Furniture is a manufacturer...
Barnashrone National School accepting enrolments for 2022-23 school year
Barnashrone National School - located in a rural area between Portlaoise, Mountmellick and Ballyfin - are currently accepting enrolments for the 2022-23 school year.
Enrolments...
Shock at sudden death of young Portarlington teacher
There is widespread shock in Portarlington today at the sudden death of Colaiste Iosagain teacher Emily Seery.
A native of Edenderry in Offaly and only...
Public urged to share experiences of defects in apartments and duplexes in Laois
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, has today urged people to share their experiences of housing defects relating to...
New water mains confirmed for The Swan village and surrounding areas
Irish Water have confirmed that a new water mains is to be installed which will vastly improve the water supply in The Swan and...
Billy Sheehan: ‘There is a lot of work to do for us to get...
An opening round win away from home in the league, three goals scored and another positive outing for the Laois footballers.
But despite Sunday's hard-fought...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 31, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Noel Carthy
Rathmoyle, Abbeyleix, Laois
Formerly Dublin. Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, after an illness bravely...
JOB VACANCY: Centrepoint Carpets seeking to hire sales person and van driver
Centrepoint Carpets based in Portlaoise are currently seeking to hire the following full-time staff.
Experienced sales person with full clean licence
Must have good organisational and people...