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All systems go for Buds & Blossoms Garden Festival in Spink this Sunday
The Spink Community Field is the place to be this Sunday, June 12, as the Laois Garden Festival returns for the first time since...
In Pictures: All smiles as Rathdowney-Errill host success golf classic
The Annual Rathdowney-Errill GAA Golf Classic took place in the beautiful surroundings of Rathdowney Golf Club recently.
Over the years the event has established itself...
Mountmellick school to host food festival this evening following ambitious two-year programme
The young students in Mountmellick BNS love to think big - and this evening on the school grounds they will host a food festival...
In Pictures: Success for Laois Marlins at Leinster Division 1 Championships
Laois Marlins Swimming Club showed great results at the Leinster Division 1 Championships at the National Aquatic Centre recently.
This gala is open to swimmers...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, June 10, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brigid (Bridie) Nolan (née Gorman)
Augha, Nurney, Carlow, R93 YT66/Mountmellick, Laois
The death has occurred of Brigid...
Host families sought in Laois for Spanish students this summer – top rates paid
Based in Portlaoise, Laois Language Centre in collaboration with A-Level language school in Bilbao, in the North of Spain, was set up with the...
Early goal helps Park-Ratheniska to ACFL Division 2 win over St Joseph’s
Park-Ratheniska 1-13 St Joseph's 0-13
ACFL Division 2
Park-Ratheniska recorded a vital win in Division 2 of the ACFL this evening as an early goal from...
Portlaoise Institute offers great choice for Leaving Certificate students
At Portlaoise Institute we have a huge Variety of QQI Level 5 courses available this September. All courses are full-time courses, running from September...
SOLAS – New chef and Ireland’s largest mural
While the sun may be reluctant to shine this summer, SOLAS continues to radiate success with an ever-improving offering.
The 2 big developments this week...
Talking Sport Podcast: Junior C catastrophe, club leagues and Cumann na mBunscol
After a mini-hiatus, the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast is back with its latest edition.
The reason for our absence is explained - and it involves...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 9, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brigid (Bridie) Nolan (née Gorman)
Augha, Nurney, Carlow, R93 YT66/Mountmellick, Laois
The death has occurred of Brigid...
Crettyard get the better of Mountmellick to boost survival hopes in ACFL Division 2
Crettyard 1-16 Mountmellick 0-8
ACFL Division 2
Crettyard gave themselves a good chance of survival in ACFL Division 2 thanks to an 11-point win over fellow...
Children come first at Forest Fest in Emo on July 22-24
Forest Fest is delighted to announce that it is teaming up with the Port’ Art Collective to deliver an amazing array of children’s arts...
How the club hurling leagues are shaping up ahead of final rounds
The concluding round of games in the top three divisions of the Laois club hurling leagues are set to be played this week, when...
Four Laois players selected for Leinster Rugby U-18 squad
Four Laois lads have been selected for the Leinster Rugby U-18 squad.
Two play their rugby with Portlaoise RFC while the other two represent Athy...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Margaret Dunne (née Tynan)
4 Hillview Estate, Clonaslee, Laois
The beautiful soul of Margaret Dunne nee Tynan,...
JOB VACANCY: Fletcher’s Hardware in Portarlington seeking to hire full-time staff
Fletcher’s Hardware have full-time positions available for well-presented and enthusiastic team players seeking a role in a dynamic retail store.
Applications are currently being accepted...
ACHL Division 2 semi-finals confirmed after Slieve Bloom snatch draw with Borris-Kilcotton in thriller
Borris-Kilcotton 2-20 Slieve Bloom 2-20
ACHL Division 2
A late goal from Kelvin Burke helped Slieve Bloom rescue a draw against Borris-Kilcotton in Kilcotton this evening...
All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures as club leagues begin to wind down
It's another busy week of action on the Laois GAA scene with a number of games down for decision at adult and underage level.
The...
The Old Fort Festival is back with a bang!
After a two-year hiatus The Old Fort Quarter Festival is back with a bang in Portlaoise this June 23-26, 2022.
This year's much-anticipated 2022...
New kid on the block in Laois as Macra set to wake from Covid...
Following a Covid-19 imposed slumber, Macra is back with a bang for young people throughout west Laois – with a catchy new name to...
JOB VACANCY: AllBooks in Portlaoise are seeking to hire a part-time sales assistant
AllBooks Ltd in Lyster Square in Portlaoise are seeking to hire a part-time sales assistant.
Part-time - 3 days per week
Job Description
Previous retail experience...
Local TD calls for ‘consumers and farmers to be protected from below cost selling’
While consumers must be protected from soaring rises in food prices, efforts must also be doubled to ensure that farmers and food producers are...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael (Mick) Scully
The Strand, Ballickmoyler, Carlow/Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael (Mick) Scully, The Strand, Ballickmoyler, Carlow, June 5th...
A blooming great day promised at Laois Garden Festival on Sunday, June 12
From top gardening speakers and leading plant specialists, to local food producers and an entertainment zone, it can all be found at the Laois...
JOB VACANCY: The Anvil Inn in Portarlington is currently seeking to hire waiting staff
One of Laois's best known pubs, The Anvil Inn in Portarlington, is currently seeking to hire.
We are currently hiring for experienced waiting staff, 30...
All of Monday’s Laois GAA results from a busy day of action
There were a number of Laois GAA club games down for decision today around the county.
Camross as good as secured their place in the...
Moment in Time: The sun shines on The Rock Inn for their 2008 Vintage...
Under a bright blue sky and shining sun, many gathered for the annual Rock Inn Vintage Rally in May 2008.
Lots of vintage fans from...
Everything you wanted to know about Forest Fest…
Hi Forest Fest fans. Here’s lots of info based on all your recently asked questions.
Forest Fest is a boutique festival which will be staged...
From the Archives – Talking Sport Podcast: Ger Dunne on his role with the...
This Podcast originally appeared on LaoisToday in March 2021.
We’re back with the latest instalment of the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast.
Host Alan Hartnett is in...