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In Pictures: Academic, sporting and societal achievements recognised at Scoil Chríost Rí awards
As the old saying goes, ‘the show must go on’ and with that in mind, Scoil Chríost Rí celebrated their students’ achievements in an...
Deep sadness as ‘true gentleman’ and ‘great Gael’ passes away
There is deep sadness in Ballylinan today following the news of the passing of one of its most loved sons.
Jimmy 'Bronson' Farrell sadly passed...
JOB VACANCY: Breslin’s Supervalu in Rathdowney and Abbeyleix are seeking to recruit Trainee Managers
Breslin’s Supervalu Rathdowney and Abbeyleix are currently recruiting for Trainee Managers in both of our stores.
Main purpose of the role:
Support the management team in all...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 1, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Judy Conroy (née Dowling)
Borris Little, Portlaoise, Laois
Passed away suddenly but peacefully at Portlaoise Regional Hospital....
Abbeyleix Further Education & Training Centre is currently enrolling for September 2021
Abbeyleix Further Education & Training Centre is currently enrolling for September 2021.
The Centre has a wide range of courses, including:
General Studies QQI Level...
In Pictures: Great range of options available in Telfords Kitchen and Appliance Centre
Who doesn't want that dream kitchen?
The team in Telfords Kitchen and Appliance Centre can help make it possible for you.
If you're thinking of getting...
From the LaoisToday Archives: Pipe bombs planned for royal visit found near Stradbally
This piece was originally published on LaoisToday on May 15, 2017.
Two viable explosive devices were found in a field near Stradbally which were intended...
Laois remote working centres added to ConnectedHubs.ie network
Two Laois remote working centres are now connected to the ConnectedHubs.ie Network which is the National Network of remote working hubs announced this morning...
In Pictures: Heywood CS honours 6th year students at end of year awards
One of the annual highlights in any secondary school is the end of year awards - but the current circumstances have meant that that...
Jeremiah Grant’s all set for latest re-opening on June 7 with new beer garden...
Jeremiah Grants on Main Street in Portlaoise are very excited to show off their new state of the art beer garden as they prepare...
Talking Sport Podcast: What now after latest Laois football loss?
The return of GAA action hasn't been a positive one for Laois football and hurling supporters.
Both adult county teams have played three National League...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, May 31, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Oliver P. Hogan
Kellymount, Paulstown, Kilkenny / Camross, Laois
The death has occurred of Oliver P. Hogan,...
Seven Talking Points from another bitterly disappointing day for the Laois footballers
The Laois footballers suffered their third Division 2 South loss of the season against Kildare in O’Moore Park this afternoon.
Mike Quirke’s men were defeated...
LIVE BLOG: Laois footballers take on Kildare in O’Moore Park
The Laois footballers take on Kildare in O'Moore Park this afternoon in the final group game in this year's restructured National League.
Laois are without...
Property Watch: Five homes currently for sale around Abbeyleix
This week we take a look at five homes for sale in Abbeyleix - ranging in price from €165,000 right up to €950,000. priced...
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 – Sunday, May 30, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Noel Lalor
Oaklands, Arklow, Wicklow / Portlaoise, Laois
Lalor, Oaklands, Arklow, Co. Wicklow and formerly of Portlaoise,...
The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Lonely Planet select Laois tourist attraction in top 8 ‘incredible Irish locations’ for 2021
A world-leading travel guide book publisher has selected a...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 29, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Patrick (Paddy) Morrin
Ardreigh, Athy, Kildare / Mountrath, Laois
Patrick ( Paddy) Morrin, formally Ardreigh, Athy, and...
Series of free youth events, workshops and activities to take place in Laois for...
Cruinniú na nÓg is the flagship youth initiative of Creative Ireland. On Saturday, June 12, this national day of FREE creativity for children and young people...
Laois Walks Festival announce decision to postpone 2021 series
The Laois Walks Festival, which was scheduled to take place next month, has been postponed.
The annual walking extravaganza which sees walkers and hikers travel...
LaoisToday Podcast: John Whelan of Vanhalla.ie on his camper van conversion and travelling around...
On this week's LaoisToday Podcast, we're joined by John Whelan, camper van enthusiast and the man behind the Vanhalla.ie blog.
A former newspaper editor and...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 28, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Simon Malachy Mc Evoy B. D. S.
Abbeyleix, Laois
Suddenly, but peacefully. Sadly missed by his loving...
JOB VACANCY: LOETB seeking applications for Apprenticeship Electrical Instructor Cover Panel
Laois and Offaly ETB invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the following:
Apprenticeship Electrical Instructor Cover Panel for 2021/22
Applications in respect of the above...
JOB VACANCIES: Wilbay Ltd seeking to hire drivers and sales assistant based in Portlaoise
Wilbay is a leading food distributor supplying Butchers, Wholesalers, Retailers and the Catering Industry throughout Ireland.
Strategically based in Portlaoise, our central depot offers next...
Date set for final decision on Electric Picnic 2021
A date has been set for when the final decision on if Electric Picnic 2021 will go ahead or not.
According to Minister for State...
Laois singletons ‘looking for love and up for the craic’ requested for new RTE...
Are you single, looking for love and up for the craic?
Well if so, a role on a new TV show could be in your...
Talking Sport Podcast: Johnny Doyle, Donie Brennan and the weekend’s GAA preview
The action continues this weekend with three of Laois’s adults GAA teams set to take to the field.
For the Laois footballers, it is their...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Simon Malachy Mc Evoy B. D. S.
Abbeyleix, Laois
Suddenly, but peacefully. Sadly missed by his loving...
Gardai appeal for driver ‘to come forward’ after six-year-old child injured in Laois town
Gardai in Mountmellick are appealing for the driver of a vehicle that was involved in a road traffic accident last week to come forward.
The...