LaoisToday Reporter
Be the Last Man Standing in O’Dempsey’s GAA prediction competition
The games are back! The games are back!
All over the country GAA enthusiasts are rejoicing in the fact that there are now hurling and...
Sadness following the passing of much loved Brother who spent 30 years in Castletown
There was sadness in Castletown recently following the passing of Brother Oliver (Tom) Deane just days before his 93rd birthday.
Brother Oliver was originally from...
Laois mental health advocate launches ‘wipe your worries away’ teddy bear walk
A Laois mental health advocate and his partner have launched a 'wipe your worries away' teddy bear walk.
Mark Condon, from Ballycarroll outside Stradbally, went...
JOB VACANCY: Heywood Community School seeking to hire part-time cleaner
The Board of Management of Heywood Community School are inviting applications for the position of part-time cleaner for 12 hours per week.
To apply:
Applications with...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Miriam Lalor
Woodview, Stradbally, Laois
Miriam Lalor, Woodview, Stradbally, unexpectedly at her home on Friday the 7th May 2021....
JOB VACANCY: Stylebar in Portlaoise seeking to hire stylist
Here at Stylebar, Portlaoise we are looking to hire an ambitious stylist who is looking to further their career.
Applicants should have a minimum of...
Non-essential retail, sports training, haircuts and inter-county travel all permitted as Covid restrictions ease...
The re-opening of society after the enforced restrictions of the past year takes a significant step forward from today as a number of regulations...
Trilogy Triathlon members going the extra mile for great cause
Trilogy Triathlon Club recently launched a nationwide campaign called ‘We Care’.
The virtual 100km event is currently live for registrations through Pop Up Races and...
Talking Sport Podcast: Glass half full or half empty after first outing for Laois...
With the GAA season now back up and running, the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast will return to a twice-a-week schedule.
We will publish a new...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, May 10, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Thomas (Bonzo) Walsh
Knightstown, Mountmellick, Laois
Died peacefully in the company of his loving and devoted family...
From the LaoisToday Archives: 15 things you’ll remember if you went to St Leo’s...
This piece was originally published on LaoisToday on May 22, 2017.
We’ve brought you memories from many schools around Laois.
This week we go just over...
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 9, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Fintan O'Neill
Emmet Tce, Mountmellick, Laois
Died peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St....
The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Shaws to close its first Laois store – but flagship Portlaoise outlet to remain open
Shaws are to close to their Mountmellick store,...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 7, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Grace Claxton (née Armitage)
Ballina House, Portlaoise, Laois
In her 89th year. Predeceased by her husband Joseph...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 6, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Frances Bowe (née White)
Quigley Park, Rathdowney, Laois
Frances Bowe (nee White), Quigley Park, Rathdowney, Co. Laois....
JOB VACANCY: Sign and Design seeking to hire designer to add to their growing...
Are you creative, motivated, up for a challenge & willing to learn? Sign and Design, based in Kilkenny, are looking for a designer to...
The Midweek Podcast: Laois woman on her asthma journey and Leo Kavanagh on Physical...
The latest instalment of the Midweek Podcast with LaoisToday is here – and we are up to episode 19.
Rebecca Houlihan is a 20 year-old...
Talking Sport Podcast: League preview, the view from Wexford and big vaccination news
At last we have an actual game to look forward to.
The Laois hurlers travel to Wexford this Sunday for the first round of the...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, May 5, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Goode (née McGrath)
Abbeyleix Rd., Portlaoise, Laois / Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura Goode (nee McGrath) Abbeyleix...
Deep sadness following the passing ‘incredibly caring’ Laois woman
There is deep sadness in Laois today following the passing of Áine Purcell.
Mrs Purcell, who is from Ballyfin, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May...
Mountmellick appoint Laois hurling great as manager for 2021 season
The Mountmellick hurlers have appointed former Laois player James Young as manager for the 2021 season.
Young was in charge of his native Clonaslee last...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, May 5, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sybil Byrne (née McNulty)
Mayo House, Crettyard, Carlow / Laois
Peacefully in the care of the ICU...
Maryborough Family Practice: Moving to a new location in Portlaoise this week
Maryborough Family Practice is delighted to announce its move to Unit F7, Parkside on the Abbeyleix Road in Portlaoise.
The surgery will move between May...
JOB VACANCIES: Enva in Portlaoise are seeking to fill a number of roles
Enva is a leading provider of recycling and resource recovery solutions, with locations across the United Kingdom and Ireland. We employ over 1600 employees...
Get Connected Laois seeking to address mobile coverage blackspots through community-driven initiative
Poor phone coverage is one of the most frustrating things to deal with when you need it for your work and day-to-day life -...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James (Reuben) Geoghegan
Kilminchy, Portlaoise, Laois
Died peacefully at Naas General Hospital surrounded by his loving family....
JOB VACANCY: Finline Furniture seeking to hire Production/General Operative
Finline Furniture are seeking a Production or General Operative for their factory in Emo in Laois.
No experience necessary but a good attitude and willingness to...
From the LaoisToday Archives: 22 unforgettable things about the night club at Pedigree Corner
This piece was originally published on LaoisToday on May 29, 2017.
The sign is still above the door but ‘Turning Point’ night club is no...
Coronavirus: No further deaths and 453 new cases
There have been no further Coronavirus-related deaths and 453 new cases according to figures released by the health authorities this afternoon.
Of the cases notified...