LaoisToday Reporter
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, December 10, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Grace Tyrrell
Boughlone, Portlaoise, Laois
Beloved daughter of Andrew and Maria and much loved...
JOB VACANCY: Main franchise car dealership in Portlaoise seeking to hire apprentice mechanic
A main franchise dealership in Portlaoise has an immediate vacancy for an apprentice mechanic to train beside our certified mechanics/technicians.
To apply for this exciting...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, December 9, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Catherine Finn
14 New Mill Court Canal Road, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at her residence....
JOB VACANCY: CJ Sheeran Ltd seeking to hire HGV mechanic
CJ Sheeran Ltd now have a vacancy for a HGV Mechanic for their Fleet Maintenance Division in Mountrath.
To Apply
Contact William Kirwan on 0852532680 or...
JOB VACANCIES: First Choice Bathrooms and Tiles seeking to fill a number of positions
First Choice Bathrooms and Tiles in Clonminam Industrial Estate in Portlaoise are seeking to fill the following positions.
Office Accounts Administrator
Duties to include:
Experience with...
Covid takes another local event as annual Christmas Tractor Run a no go this...
The Annual Tractor Run held by Clonenagh National School, Mountrath, usually takes place in Coolrain village on December 28 every year.
However, due to...
Local drivers named as ‘Transport Heroes’ for outstanding service through lockdowns and restrictions
Portarlington-based business Polar Ice Ltd had cause to celebrate recently as their four dedicated delivery drivers were recognised as Transport Heroes in the Fleet...
Council and local business groups combine to urge people to shop local this Christmas
With shops and businesses around the County having reopened their doors following the easing of Covid-19 restrictions from Level 5 to Level 3, Laois...
Former Mayo footballer named new manager of Laois border club
A former Mayo footballer has been named as the new manager of a GAA club on the Laois-Kildare border.
Conor Mortimer will take charge of...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Daniel Kelly
6 The Masionettes, Ballylinan, Laois
Formerly Rahin Road, Ballylinan.
Husband of the Late...
Range of great offers and special discounts at The Heritage Health Club
It’s that time of year... Christmas!
A time to be with family and friends, to gather around the fire and
indulge in lots of festive treats!
We...
Community groups in Laois encouraged to apply for additional Government funding
A further €47,000 fund is being made available to community and voluntary groups in Laois to help them deal with Covid-19.
The funding, which is...
Golfers delighted to be back in the swing of things
One of the last things to be prohibited during the various lockdowns and one of first things to be re-opened was the golf courses...
Outdoor Christmas Market to take place in Mountrath this weekend
The Mountrath Community Forum Christmas Market is going ahead next Sunday, December 13, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at Bloom HQ in the Brigidine Convent...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, December 7, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Mary Connolly (née Guerin)
John Street, Cashel, Tipperary/Borris-in-Ossory, Laois
Connolly (nee Guerin), John Street,...
10 top female fragrances available in Laois Pharmacy this year
Perfume is always a popular Christmas gift and at Laois Pharmacy have a huge selection online and in store.
You can check out 10 of...
In Pictures: Stradbally lights up for Christmas
Stradbally is a picturesque little town at the best of times but this Christmas it's particularly magical.
Thanks to hard-working efforts of a number of...
Moment in Time: 20 years on from the final curtain call for the old...
It's amazing what you can find in Alf Harvey's wonderful archives.
And the latest trip down memory lane brings us back to this time 20...
Property Watch: A €300,000 home in Portlaoise compared to what you’d get in Dublin,...
It's always interesting to look at property prices to see what your money could get you locally here in Laois compared to different parts...
Bernard O’Shea: ‘I love the kids, but I also love the quiet’
Having just turned 40, Laois comedian Bernard O'Shea found himself hurtling towards a mid-life crisis. The following is an extract from his new book Manopause
For...
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...
Mountmellick GAA to hold drive-in bingo this Sunday, December 13
After the success of their previous efforts, Mountmellick GAA are back with another Drive-In Bingo event at their club grounds in Acragar this Sunday,...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, December 6, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Angela Cronin (née Phelan)
Rathfarnham, Dublin/Borris-in-Ossory, Laois
Cronin, Angela (née Phelan), late of Rathfarnham,...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, December 5, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Noel Davis
Emo Park, Ballybrittas, Laois
Unexpectedly, at his home. Dearly loved by his...
Over 350 lots sold at latest online Hennessy Auctioneers machinery auction
The latest Hennessy Auctioneers, machinery auction took place fully online on Saturday, November 21, where there was 437 registered bidders.
In all there was 90%...
JOB VACANCIES: Kelly Lou Cakes seeking to hire Barista and Brunch Chef for immediate...
Kelly Lou Cakes in Portlaoise are currently seeking to hire for the following positions for immediate starts.
Barista
We are looking for full time food and...
High praise as Laois woman honoured at national Volunteer Ireland awards
Ballyroan woman Julie Boulton has been named a winner in the Environmental and Animal Care category in the national Volunteer Ireland Awards for her...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 4, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
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Tom Caldbeck
Clonbroc, Rathangan, Offaly/Mountrath, Laois/Rathangan, Kildare
Formerly of Ringstown, Mountrath, County Laois. Peacefully...
2020 Remembered: Laois hotel named second best in Ireland and UK by prestigious magazine
In July, one Laois hotel were runners up in a very reputable magazine.
A Laois hotel has been named the second best in Ireland and...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, December 3, 2020
Teresa McMahon (née Troy)
Bracklone Street, Portarlington, Laois
Peacefully at St Vincent's Private Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin. Deeply regretted by her loving husband Michael, brothers Michael,...
















































