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Talking Sport Podcast: Win in Wicklow, heroic Heywood, camogie joy and schools rugby scenes
The Laois footballers got a much-needed win in Wicklow on Sunday when they proved too strong for the home side in Division 3 of...
In Pictures: Killeshin FC claim Carlow District Football League U-17 Cup in style
Killeshin FC are Carlow and District Football League U-17 League and Cup champions after a 3-1 victory over Burrin Celtic from Ballon in the...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, March 14, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
PJ Comerford
Castlecuffe, Clonaslee, Laois
PJ Comerford, Castlecuffe, Clonaslee, Co. Laois. Died, unexpectedly, on the 12th of...
Brilliant weekend for Portlaoise RFC as U-18s and Women claim victory
Portlaoise 44 Greystones 0
Leinster Rugby Women's League Division 3
Portlaoise women travelled to Greystones on Sunday for their final Leinster League Division 3 fixture, knowing...
Moment in Time: A day in school in Barrowhouse in 2000
You cannot beat old pictures - and we are going way back here.
Photographer Alf Harvey’s trip around the Laois primary schools back in the...
Property Watch: Five homes for sale in Laois for around €260,000
On this week's Property Watch we take a look at five homes for sale in Laois for between €250,000 and €270,000.
We look at homes...
#LoveLaois: New natural play area on Blueway in Vicarstown sure to be a big...
The development of a Blueway track from Athy to Rathangan is almost fully complete - though large sections have been in use since last...
In Pictures: Glorious scenes as Heywood Community School celebrate All-Ireland success
There were wild scenes of celebration yesterday as Heywood Community School claimed All-Ireland football glory.
Ennistymon of Clare were their opponents in Duggan Park in...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, March 13, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Bernie Wilson (née Dowling)
O’Moores Forest, Mountmellick, Laois/Ballyfin, Laois
Bernie died, peacefully, after a long illness, borne...
Fitzpatrick the hero as Heywood defeat Ennistymon to claim All-Ireland School’s glory
Heywood Community School 2-7 Ennistymon (Clare) 0-8
All-Ireland School's Senior 'C' Football Championship Final
Shaun Fitzpatrick was Heywood Community School's hero as his two second half...
Strong second half sees St Joseph’s defeat Graiguecullen to reach Kelly Cup final
St Joseph's 1-12 Graiguecullen 1-7
Kelly Cup Semi Final
A strong second half display from St Joseph's saw them collect their fourth straight win of the...
The week that was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Garda appeal after number of men enter occupied house in Laois and steal sum of cash
Gardai are appealing for anyone with information...
In Pictures: Portarlington GAA celebrate double success in style
The Heritage in Killenard was buzzing on Friday evening as Portarlington GAA club members, supporters and players gathered to celebrate their excellent 2020 and...
Basketball history for Scoil Chriost Ri girls as Portlaoise school deliver once again
Scoil Chriost Ri Portlaoise 1st and 2nd Year 'A' basketballers played their part in the school’s proud sporting history this week.
Their victories in their...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, March 12, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Bernie Wilson (née Dowling)
O'Moores Forest, Mountmellick, Laois/Ballyfin, Laois
Bernie died, peacefully, after a long illness, borne...
WATCH: Laois teenager kicks last-minute winner as Cistercian Roscrea knock out Clongowes in Junior...
A young Laois rugby player landed a brilliant last-minute penalty as Cistercian College Roscrea knocked out Clongowes in a thrilling Leinster Junior Cup quarter-final...
McEvoy-Mullally the hero as Portlaoise College strike late to claim Leinster U-16 glory
Portlaoise College 3-9 Colaiste Na Mi (Meath) 2-10
Leinster Schools U-16 ‘D1’ Football Championship Final
Stradbally's Fionn McEvoy-Mullally was Portlaoise College's hero as they claimed their...
Remembering the late Brother Michael Mackey – a 92-year-old priest who dedicated his life...
There was sadness in Castletown at the end of February following the passing of the much loved Brother Michael Mackey.
Originally from Freshford in Kilkenny,...
The Stunning set to feature at new music and arts festival – Forest Fest...
A new music festival, Forest Fest, will take place in Emo this summer over three days in July.
Forest Fest, a new music and arts...
It’s a sell out! Remaining Electric Picnic tickets go in 30 minutes
Electric Picnic 2022 went on sale today at 9am with tickets for this year’s event selling out in 30 minutes.
With the event cancelled in each of the...
Eight Laois schools added as major expansion of DEIS programme announced
Eight Laois schools have been added to the DEIS programme which delivers a range of targeted supports at tackling educational disadvantage.
The news was announced...
Big weekend for Portlaoise Hockey as they prepare to contest Cup semi final
All roads lead to Loreto in Kilkenny this Saturday as Portlaoise Ladies Hockey team take on Genesis 4th Hockey Club in the Women’s Division...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, March 10, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mark Lyons
Arlington Estate, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at his residence. Loving brother of the late Tommy. Sadly...
SOLAS – St Patrick’s Week – Carnival, food and events
SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington is hosting a 100day long series of events to celebrate St Patrick’s Day which will include food, music,...
Portlaoise College responds to lifting of school restrictions
After two years of unprecedented disruption, schools have been told to resume normal routines and normal teaching and learning activities, since February 28.
Portlaoise...
Young Portlaoise man among the acts as Electric Picnic returns
Kean Kavanagh from Portlaoise is among the performers that will be on stage at this year's Electric Picnic.
The talented musician, who performed previously at...
Laois woman the big winner following Irish Guide Dogs Annual Draw
A Laois woman is the owner of a brand new car after she was named the winner of the Irish Guide Dogs Annual Draw.
Bernadette...
Talking Sport Podcast: Trip to Wicklow, All Ireland final for Heywood and our club...
In our latest Talking Sport Podcast, we talk about the Laois footballers upcoming trip to Aughrim to play Wicklow in Division 3 of the...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, March 10, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James (Jim) Moore
Bettystown, Meath / Laois
James (Jim) Moore, Fairways Lawns, Bettystown, Co. Meath and formerly...
Engage with the Staff of Portlaoise Institute at their Open Evening
After a three-year absence, Portlaoise Institute is proud to host our Open Night on Thursday 24th March from 5.30pm–7.30pm, where we will welcome prospective...