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Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Sunday, July 11, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Gerry Brennan St Brigids Place, Portlaoise, Laois The death has occurred in Glasgow, Scotland, of Gerry Brennan,...

The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days

1 - 16 potential internal candidates for the vacant Laois football manager’s job The news that Mike Quirke would not be seeking a third term in...
Fifty Seven Sale Shop Athy

Up to 70% off at Fifty Seven Boutique Sale Shop in Athy

Fifty Seven Boutique in Athy and Durrow is a long-established ladies boutique and gift emporium serving the people of Leinster and the midlands area...

Deaths in Laois – Saturday, July 10, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Teresa (Terri) Quinn Bishopswood Road, Portarlington, Laois Peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after...

Sadness following the passing of retired Garda in Laois village

There was sadness in the village of Ballybrittas this week following the passing of Seamus (Jim) Downey. A former member of An Garda Siochana, Mr...
Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Friday, July 9, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Teresa (Terri) Quinn Bishopswood Road, Portarlington, Laois Peacefully, at her home, surrounded by her loving family, after...
Gardaí are on the scene following the incident

‘Heavy traffic’ on busy Laois road following collision this afternoon

Emergency services are at the scene of a crash in Laois this afternoon. According to AA Roadwatch, traffic is heavy on the N80 on the...
The latest LaoisToday Talking Sport podcast features an interview with Laois U-20 hurling captain Fionan Mahony

Talking Sport Podcast: New football manager, huge game for hurlers, Fionan Mahony interview and...

It could not be any busier for Laois GAA teams at the moment. In the last 12 days there have been seven championship games for...
Death notices in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Thursday, July 8, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Pat Brennan Knock, Abbeyleix, Laois Pat died peacefully at his residence. Deeply regretted by his sister Bridie,...

LaoisToday Podcast: Fr David Vard from Portlaoise Parish and Abbeyleix native Shane Whelan on...

On the LaoisToday podcast tis week, presenter Paul Downey is joined by LaoisToday Talking Sport podcast presenter Alan Hartnett and Fr David Vard of...

Meet the Laois woman who came from Spain to work as an au pair...

A Portlaoise woman who first came to Ireland from Spain to work as an au pair has gone into a whole different career thanks...
Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Raymond Dunne 4F The Swan, Laois Suddenly. Pre-deceased by his parents Michael and Nora, Raymond will be...

Major rift in Irish equestrian camp over failure to send qualified riders to Olympics...

This past week has seen the equestrian community in Ireland and abroad embrace the #letthemride campaign on social media. The story behind the hashtag centres...
Ray Dunne

Deep shock and sadness following the passing of much loved Laois man

There was deep shock and sadness last night following the passing of a much loved Laois man. Raymond Dunne, from The Swan in Laois, passed...
Who will become the next Laois manager?

16 potential internal candidates for the vacant Laois football manager’s job

The news that Mike Quirke would not be seeking a third term in charge of the Laois senior footballers was confirmed yesterday. After a miserable...
Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, July 6, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Mariette (Marie) Connor, formerly Murphy (née Moore) Portlaoise, Laois / Bray, Wicklow / Blackrock, Dublin Mariette (Marie)...
Laois Farmers Market

Incredible quality on display as Laois Farmers Market in Portlaoise a real show of...

Every Friday morning, Peppers Lane, just off Lyster Square in the heart of Portlaoise, is a hive of activity. The buzz is palpable as the...

JOB VACANCY: Charles R Wynne looking to hire experienced artic lorry driver

Charles R Wynne Ltd - specialist feed ingredients manufacturer - are seeking to hire an experienced artic lorry driver.  Must have industrial loader experience Attractive pay...
GAA rules

Talking Sport Podcast: Chris Conway on Laois footballer’s demise, Mike Quirke reaction and Ollie...

After a bitterly disappointing couple of days of GAA in Laois, we are back with the latest Talking Sport Podcast. Alan Hartnett is not joined...
Car Sales FIGURES

New car sales begin to pick up in Laois though still off 2019 levels

New car sales in Laois for the first six months of 2021 are up 10% on last year's figures as the industry begins to...
Death notices in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Monday, July 5, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Mariette (Marie) Connor, formerly Murphy (née Moore) Portlaoise, Laois / Bray, Wicklow / Blackrock, Dublin Mariette...

Six-star start to new Leinster Senior League season as Portlaoise AFC off to a...

Ardmore Rovers 0 Portlaoise AFC 6 Leinster Senior League Division 1A After a quick pitstop at new sponsors - The Wandering Elk - Portlaoise AFC travelled...
Larry Kavanagh, Laois County Council Mayor 2005

Moment in Time: Larry Kavanagh elected Mayor of Laois County Council in 2005

The position of the head of Laois County Council has had different names over the years - mayor, cathaoirleach, chairman. In Laois it has been...
Laois property

Property Watch: Five homes for sale around Laois for €250,000

On this week's Property Watch we take a look at five homes currently for sale around the county for close to €250,000. In each instance...
Jobs in Laois

All the recent job vacancies as advertised on LaoisToday

There are a number of jobs in Laois being advertised on LaoisToday at the moment. Below we have listed all of the roles advertised on...
Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Sunday, July 4, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. James Phelan Rathbane, Galmoy, Kilkenny / Laois James Phelan, Rathbane, Galmoy, Co. Kilkenny, July 2nd 2021. Peacefully,...

The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days

1 - ‘You can expect to meet him down the local’ – Billionaire Irish entrepreneur plans to live in Laois town following €20m mansion...

Deaths in Laois – Saturday, July 3, 2021

Below are the recent local deaths. May they rest in peace. Patrick (Patsy) Murphy 69 St Brigid's Square, Portarlington, Laois Peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the...
Pippa Hackett Abbeyleix school

Abbeyleix school visit prompts Senator to again call for urgent action

Following a visit to Scoil Mhuire in Abbeyleix this week, Senator Pippa Hackett has again called on the Department of Education to take immediate...

Corner-back genealogy as ladies football stars follow in their father’s footsteps

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. You'll often hear the saying, "that's where they got the football/hurling from". While it can be a...