LaoisToday Reporter
From Leinster final hero to a hospital bed – the hard-luck story of a...
There have been many hard luck stories for Laois GAA players and teams over the years but few have experienced going from an incredible...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 1, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Hickey
Kyle, Rathdowney, Laois/Galmoy, Kilkenny
John Hickey, Kyle, Rathdowney, Co. Laois. April 30th 2021. Peacefully at...
First Laois GAA County Board draw held as over €31,000 in prize money given...
A total of 20 clubs had winners in the first monthly Laois GAA €130 county board ticket draw held on Friday night.
Despite the circumstances...
REVEALED: Our choice of the top 25 TikTok-ers in Laois
TikTok is huge all the over the world at the moment, and with TikTok-ers popping up all over the county, Laois is no exception.
For...
In Pictures: Laois school awarded grant for new harps as part of Music Network...
Rath National School near Ballybrittas this week received three new harps, under the Music Network Music Capital Scheme.
Rath National School established a harp...
Talking Sport Podcast: Republic of Ireland and Peamount United star Della Doherty
We’re back with the latest instalment of the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast.
Host Alan Hartnett is in the hot seat once again and he has...
Acknowledgement and First Anniversary: Joe Mahon, Gurteen, Ballickmoyler, Co Laois
Joe Mahon - Gurteen, Ballickmoyler, Co Laois
Acknowledgement & First Anniversary on May 2, 2021
On the anniversary of his death, the family of Joe Mahon...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, April 30, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Canice 'Ken' Doheny
Ballinalacken, Ballinakill, Laois/Kilkenny
Following an accident. Ken will be greatly missed by his loving...
Coronavirus: Three further deaths and 474 new cases as restrictions set to be eased
There have been a further three Coronavirus-related deaths and 474 new cases according to the figures released by the authorities this evening as the...
New cafe to open at popular Glenbarrow Falls ahead of tearooms development
Coffee is the order of the day all over the country - and a hugely popular Laois beauty spot is to get a new...
Portlaoise College announce 100k in May fundraiser for two very worthy causes
Portlaoise College Parents Council have announced details of their “100K in May” fundraiser challenge.
50% of all funds raised will go the Laois Offaly Families...
Explained: The path out of lockdown as Government set to relax restrictions
The Government is expected to finalise its plans for coming out of lockdown this evening - with a number of details emerging ahead of...
Wide selection of projects on display for Laois Bealtaine Festival
Laois County Council Arts and Library Sections have partnered with the Dunamaise Arts Centre and Music Generation Laois to present a selection of safe...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, April 29, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Duggan
Clonboyne, Portlaoise, Laois
The death has occurred of John Duggan, Clonboyne, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, tragically...
JOB VACANCY: Kinsella Financial in Portlaoise seeking to hire permanent part-time office administrator
Kinsella Financial in Portlaoise are currently seeking to hire a part-time, permanent office administrator to work 20-25 hours per week, 5 days a week...
JOB VACANCY: Michael Kerry Transport Ltd seek to hire truck driver (rigid)
Michael Kerry Transport Ltd Portlaoise are currently seeking to a hire a truck driver (rigid).
The role is to cover 4/5 months holiday period and...
Coronavirus: 13 additional deaths and 371 new cases as decision pending on latest easing...
There have been a further 13 Coronavirus-related deaths and 371 new cases announced this evening.
Once again fewer than five of the cases announced are...
Man dies in Portlaoise following car accident
A man in his 70s has been pronounced dead in Portlaoise this afternoon after the car in which he was driving lost control and...
Entries now open for 2021 Rathdowney Song & Poem contest
Entries are now open for the 2021 Rathdowney Song & Poem Contest as the competition returns for a second year.
The Finn brothers who set...
In Pictures: Local golf and tennis clubs return as restrictions eased
At last, at long, long last restrictions on sporting restrictions have been eased.
This week underage sport was allowed to return as well as golf...
Sadness at death of Portlaoise teacher John Duggan
There is widespread sadness in Portlaoise and surrounding areas following the death of John Duggan, a highly-regarded teacher in the local CBS secondary school...
Laois delivery company carves out niche following huge rise in online shopping
The huge rise in online shopping has been a boom to a Laois delivery company which is carving out a considerable reputation offering small...
Trilogy Triathlon Club launch 100km ‘We Care’ challenge for month of June.
Trilogy Triathlon Club are launching a nationwide campaign this week as they work in conjunction with Pop Up Races and Eventmaster to host their...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
Paddy Byrne
DeVesci Court, Portlaoise, Laois/Donnybrook, Dublin
Byrne Paddy (DeVesci Court, Portlaoise) and formerly Donnybrook and Dundrum. Died April 27th 2021...
Planning granted for extension to popular Laois restaurant
Bowe's Foodhall and Café in Durrow is one of the most popular eating establishments in the county and they have recently been granted planning...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Josephine (Jo) Bracken (née Egan)
Capparogan, Clonaslee, Laois / Durrow, Laois / Ballinasloe, Galway / Navan...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, April 26, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Síle O’Connor
Ashbrook, Clonaslee, Laois
Native of Charleville Road, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Died peacefully at home surrounded...
Laois-Offaly Ógra Fianna Fáil to celebrate 95th anniversary with special online event
The Ógra units of Fianna Fáil in Laois and Offaly are holding a special online event to mark the 95th anniversary of the party's...
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, April 25, 2021
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Síle O'Connor
Ashbrook, Clonaslee, Laois
Native of Charleville Road, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
Died peacefully at home surround by...