LaoisToday Reporter
Death occurs of Leon de Barra, former highly-regarded school principal in Mountmellick
The death has occurred of León De Barra, former highy-respected school principal in Mountmellick. He was aged in his late 80s.
Mr De Barra was...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
Sadness in Timahoe at death of Andy Bergin, former local publican, community man and...
There is sadness in Timahoe this week following the passing of Andy Bergin senior, a man who was deeply embedded in the local community...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Barry’s trip to Tooreen, legendary Laois full-forward line, Derry up next
The Laois hurlers got their NHL Division 2 campaign off to a predictable winning start in Mayo on Sunday afternoon when they were far...
Laois Football Podcast: Wasteful Laois, new ladies rules and two big backroom appointments
The Laois footballers played their part in a manic draw against Limerick on Saturday in the opening round of the National Football League. But...
In Pictures: Massive crowd in attendance as Clonad GAA celebrate 2025 with Dinner Dance
It was standing room only in the Killeshin Hotel on Saturday evening as Clonad GAA gathered for a dinner dance.
More than 170 people were...
Weekend Sport: 120 brilliant pictures from Town’s Cup rugby, Laois v Limerick and Laois...
It was an extremely busy weekend of sport in Laois with games across Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the Laois footballers began their National Football...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 26, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 25, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
Shock and sadness following the passing of young Stradbally man
There is widespread shock and sadness this weekend following the passing of a young Stradbally man.
Ciaran 'Nelly' O'Neill, who is just 23-years-old, passed away...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 24, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Stokes
Portarlington Road, Mountmellick, Laois
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the wonderful care of...
Portlaoise bids farewell to Billy Rowan, founder of Reliable House Furnishers
Portlaoise is mourning the passing of William (Billy) Rowan, the founder of Reliable House Furnishers on Station Road, a business that has been woven...
Laois Football Podcast: Looking ahead to the Ladies National League with Eva Galvin
The Laois Football Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
A new season is upon us and the Laois Ladies will get...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, January 23, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Stokes
Portarlington Road, Mountmellick, Laois
Peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, in the wonderful care of...
Stradbally Tractor and Truck Run returns on Sunday, February 1
After the roaring success of last year's event, a Tractor and Truck Run will be held once again in Stradbally this year on Sunday,...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Looking ahead to the start of the National Hurling League
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
The latest episode of the Laois Hurling Podcast is here and this...
LoveLaois Podcast: Council meeting catch up, Young Scientist achievement and a memorial bench
The latest episode of the LoveLaois Podcast is here and this one sees us looking back on events from the past week.
Steven Miller is...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, January 22, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Moore
O'Moores Forest, Mountmellick, Laois
John Moore, O'Moores Forest, Mountmellick, Co.Laois.
Passed away peacefully Wednesday the 21st...
Basketball: Heartbreak for Portlaoise CBS as their quest for back to back U-19 All-Ireland...
Portlaoise CBS 59 Colaiste Eanna (Dublin) 68
Schools All-Ireland U-19 ‘A’ Basketball Final
There was heartbreak in the National Stadium in Tallaght yesterday as Portlaoise CBS...
Laois Football Podcast: National League fever as we preview 2026 campaign
The latest National Football League is upon us and Laois begin their Division 3 campaign at home to Limerick in O'Moore Park on Saturday...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John O`Shea
Birchgrove, Portlaoise, Laois
John O’Shea Birchgrove Portlaoise and formerly St Johns Sq.
Died 18th January 2026...
LoveLaois Podcast: Laois County Council CEO Michael Rainey on housing, roads and investment across...
We sat down with the CEO of Laois County Council Michael Rainey recently.
He chatted about his somewhat unusual educational background, his various roles in...
Laois Hurling Podcast: David Dooley ahead of Laois’s Division 2 campaign
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
This week marks the start of a very busy period on the...
Laois Soccer Podcast: A comprehensive look at all of the Laois soccer clubs across...
Our second episode of the Laois Soccer Podcast is here and while we don't have a guest this time, we do have plenty of...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Fitzpatrick
The Heath, Portlaoise, Laois
Late of The Heath, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Cherished brother of Liam and...
Business Briefing: Not for profit and proud to support the community – People First...
Laois Chamber Alliance CEO Jackie Carroll caught up with Belinda Gyves of People First Credit Union recently.
Bellinda works as a Business Development Executive and...
Laois Football Podcast: Looking ahead to the National League with Brian Byrne
The Laois Football Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
This week marks the start of a very busy period on the...
Laois teenager trades France for the Premier League as he signs for Bournemouth
A young Laois man has swapped France for the bright lights of the Premier League as he has signed for AFC Bournemouth.
Ade Solanke, who...
Soccer: Stradbally Town win in Wexford to keep streak going plus all the other...
Blackwater FC (Wexford) 2 Stradbally Town 6
LFA Shield Round 5
Stradbally Town made the trip to the sunny South East on Sunday morning hoping to...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 19, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sylvia Mary Mathews (née Kellett)
Station Road, Portarlington, Laois
Sylvia Mary Mathews late of Station Road Portarlington...