LaoisToday Reporter
LaoisToday Podcast: Electric Picnic – Yes or No? And is the Leaving Cert now...
On this week's LaoisToday Podcast, Stradbally-based county councillor Paschal McEvoy joined presenter Paul Downey and Steven Miller to discuss Electric Picnic and whether or...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Paul Hartill
Ballylinan, Laois
Paul Hartill, The Crescent, Ballylinan, Co. Laois, June 19th 2021 at St. James’s...
New Patient Advocacy Service established to assist those in Laois who wish to to...
A newly established Patient Advocacy Service is offering support to people in the Laois area who want to make a complaint about the care...
Popular RTE dating show seeking Laois singletons for brand new series
First Dates Ireland is back for a brand-new series and the match making is in full swing.
The hit RTÉ2 show is looking for men...
Killeshin Hotel hosting wedding showcase this weekend, June 26-27
The Killeshin Hotel in Portlaoise will host a Wedding Showcase for couples this Saturday and Sunday between 12-4pm.
Couples will be able to view the perfect set-up for...
Wide range of traders as Stradbally Farmers Market goes from strength to strength
Stradbally Farmers market has been operating in Market Square since October 2020 where it takes place every Friday from 2pm to 5pm.
Laois County Council...
Mink farming in Laois set to be ‘phased out’ under new government bill
A fur farm in Laois will be forced to cease operations by 2022 under a new government bill.
The Journal.ie is reporting that Minister for...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 22, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Paul Hartill
Ballylinan, Laois
Paul Hartill, The Crescent, Ballylinan, Co. Laois, June 19th 2021 at St. James’s...
Portlaoise Institute offers great choices for students for September
There are 15 QQI Level 5 courses on offer for students at Portlaoise Institute starting in September 2020.
The benefits to doing course at Portlaoise...
In Pictures: Cruinniú na nÓg 2021 celebrates the creativity of young people in Laois
Cruinniú na nÓg took place in Laois on Saturday last, June 12.
It was a national day of creativity for children and young people under...
‘Unprecedented growth’ leads to Laois soccer club fielding four adult teams
Mountmellick United got back to competitive soccer at the weekend, after a long hiatus, and the growth of the club was in evidence as...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, June 21, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Brendan O' Brien
Formerly of Millview, Portlaoise, Laois
Funeral Arrangements Later.
Ciaran Orange
Canal Road, Portarlington, Laois
Peacefully at...
JOB VACANCIES: Anthony Neville Homes seeking to fill two key roles for large scheme...
Anthony Neville Homes currently has vacancies for the following roles for a large 400-unit residential scheme in Newbridge, Co Kildare - Civils/Groundsworks Foreman and Civil...
Property Watch: Sites for sale around Laois – ranging from €45,000 to €150,000
Building a house is a dream that a lot of people aspire to - but it's not always straight forward.
Having access to a site...
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, June 20, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary (Molly) Lalor (née Phelan)
Cromogue, Mountrath, Laois
Mary (Molly) Lalor, (née Phelan), Cromogue, Mountrath, Co. Laois....
The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - In Pictures: 15-bedroom Laois house valued at €1.8 million goes on the market
A stunning 15-bedroom house valued at €1.8 million has gone...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, June 19, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Julia (Sheila) Farrell
Kiln Lane, Mountrath, Laois
Died on the 18th June at home surrounded by her...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action from Friday night’s Laois GAA games
It is a very busy Friday night of GAA action and we will do our best to keep you update with events as they...
Emergency services attending scene of ‘two-vehicle’ crash on busy Laois road
Gardai and emergency services are at the scene of a crash in Laois this afternoon.
The incident occurred on the N80 Mountmellick to Portlaoise Road...
JOB VACANCY: Charles R Wynne looking to hire Transport Co-ordinator
Charles R Wynne Ltd – specialist feed ingredients manufacturer – are seeking to hire a Transport Coordinator to organise internal & external haulage &...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, June 18, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Dunne
Courtwood, Laois / Kildare
Formerly of Lackagh, Monasterevin. Beloved husband of Sheila and much brother...
JOB VACANCY: Exciting retail opportunity with Gerry Browne Jewellers
We are the family jeweller who cares. Trading now for over 50 years, we value our old customers and welcome the new.
As your...
Talking Sport Podcast: County finals galore, international call ups and Mike Henchy interview
After six weeks of inter-county GAA, the action this weekend focuses on club.
None of Laois's four adult teams are in action and the emphasis...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 17, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Dunne
Courtwood, Laois / Kildare
Funeral Arrangements Later
Sarah Dunne (née Goucher)
Trumera, Mountrath, Laois
Sarah Dunne (née Goucher),...
JOB VACANCIES: Hanlon Concrete have several positions available for HGV Drivers
Hanlon Concrete have several positions available for HGV Drivers to become part of our growing team in Kildare. We are looking to recruit both full and...
Inaugural ‘Farmers Food Market’ will take place this coming weekend in Portarlington
A new Farmers Market will take place in the SOLAS Eco Garden Centre, Dublin Road Business Park, Portarlington from 10am to 2pm this Saturday,...
Official launch of SOLAS Eco Garden Shop in Portarlington this Wednesday, June 23
The official launch of the SOLAS Eco Garden Shop (www.ecogardenshop.ie) is to take place this Wednesday in Portarlington.
Co-Owner John Carey explains: "As this is...
Junction 14, Mayfield celebrates 10 years in business!
To celebrate the tenth anniversary of Junction 14 Mayfield, there will be an action-packed week of festivities starting with Drive in Bingo and Movies...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Nora O'Sullivan (née Ryan)
Hillview House, Clonking, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully, at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise. Predeceased by...