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Deaths in Laois – Sunday, June 6, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Peadar Keeley
Brittas, Clonaslee, Laois / Tullamore, Offaly
Late of Spollanstown, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Died 4th June...
The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Parents of tragic young Laois man who died by suicide urge support for SOSAD Laois Online Variety Show
The parents of a young...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, June 5, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Peadar Keeley
Brittas, Clonaslee, Laois / Tullamore, Offaly
Late of Spollanstown, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Died 4th June...
JOB VACANCY: Laois Chamber seeking to fill Chief Executive Officer position
Chief Executive Officer position
The role of the Chamber is to help create the best environment for business to succeed in Laois.
The successful candidate will...
Tributes paid following the passing ‘lovely gently spoken lady’ Rita Keenan
Laois County Councillors paid tribute to the late Rita Keenan at Monday's monthly Council meeting.
Mrs Keenan passed away peacefully at Portlaoise Regional Hospital surrounded...
Complete transformation for new beer garden as De Bruns @Humes prepares to re-open in...
Being closed for a long spell of time has led to pubs and restaurants around the country using the opportunity to upgrade their facilities.
And...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, June 2, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Betty Phelan (née Bradley)
Cashel, Ballyroan, Laois
The peaceful death has occurred of Betty (Elizabeth) Phelan (nee...
Laois make-up star to host free workshop as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2021
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 under...
Talking Sport Podcast: Hurlers in Kilkenny, return of crowds and Nicole Turner
The action continues this weekend with two of Laois’s adults GAA teams set to take to the field.
The Laois camogie and football teams will...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 2, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Alexander (Alec) Dann
Ballykelly, Borris-in-Ossory, Laois
James Alexander (Alec) Dann, Corby, England and formerly Ballykelly, Borris-In-Ossory,...
Tributes paid as ‘legend’ of Portlaoise Pantomime passes away
There is deep sadness in Portlaoise and throughout the county of Laois following the passing of Laura Kilkenny.
Mrs Kilkenny on Tuesday June 1 and...
The Midweek Podcast: Ground broken on new Ballinakill playground and Crime Prevention advice from...
On this week’s LaoisToday Midweek Podcast, host Paul Downey is joined by two brilliant guests.
Liz Kennedy is a member of the Ballinakill Community Development...
Disabled persons organisations call for reversal of ‘disablist national planning policy’
Voice of Vision Impairment (VVI) and the newly formed Physical Impairment Ireland (PII) have criticised what they say is 'the crude implementation of the...
JOB VACANCY: IntegriLeads seeking to hire Delivery Support Executives for full and part-time roles
IntegriLeads is a thriving and ambitious lead generation company on a strong growth path.
As a company, our core values are important to us,...
Parents of tragic young Laois man who died by suicide urge support for SOSAD...
The parents of a young Laois man who tragically took his own life have issued a heartfelt plea to people to support this weekend's...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 2, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Laura Kilkenny (née O`Meara)
Borris Little., Portlaoise, Laois
Kilkenny . Pallas Little , Portlaoise. June 1st 2021 Peacefully...
#LoveLaois: Is your business re-opening with outdoor dining next week? Let us know and...
The weather is getting better, the summer holidays are on their way and the Coronavirus restrictions are easing again thankfully.
From next Monday, June 7,...
JOB VACANCY: Derek Conlon Carpentry and Construction seeking to hire
Derek Conlon Carpentry and Construction are currently seeking to hire a qualified carpenter.
Full-time position
Must hold a full-driving licence
Be over 25
To Apply
Email...
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,...