LaoisToday Reporter
Portlaoise ladies seeking to kick on after historic win over Sarsfields
While all GAA activity has been halted because of the localised restrictions that had Laois, Offaly and Kildare in lockdown for the past two...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, August 24, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Vera Carter (née Connor)
Timogue House, Stradbally, Laois
Peacefully at home, in her 102nd...
Jeremiah Grant’s use latest lockdown to their benefit as new kitchen installed
A popular Portlaoise bar and restaurant has used the recent lockdown to carry out significant changes as they prepare to re-open again this week.
Jeremiah...
Property Watch: Comparing what €250,000 can get in Portlaoise and other big towns in...
On this week's Property Watch, we take a look at what you can buy for €250,000 in Portlaoise - and what a similar amount...
‘The truth must dazzle gradually’ – award-winning Laois author publishes second novel
Laois author Helen Cullen has just published her second novel The Truth Must Dazzle Gradually.
The Portlaoise woman previously penned the much-acclaimed award-winning Lost Letters of William...
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, August 23, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Christina (Chrissie) McCreevey (née Tyrrell)
Ballyfermot, Dublin/Walkinstown, Dublin/Camross, Laois
Peacefully in her sleep at...
Coronavirus: 156 new cases and two further deaths
There have been two more deaths from Coronavirus and 156 new cases recorded today according to figures released by the Department of Health.
Of the...
The Week that Was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Laois golf club closes due to Coronavirus case
Abbeyleix Golf club ceased all activity earlier this week after one of its members tested...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, August 22, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kathleen Cass (née Mc Donald)
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at Cork University Hospital. Deeply...
Championship Diary: New jerseys, online lotto and championship action in other counties
New jerseys for Park-Ratheniska
The generosity of local businesses to their GAA clubs is always lovely to see and the latest Laois club to be...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, August 21, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Sean (John) Bonham
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at The Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Former member...
Winners announced in recent Junction 14/LaoisToday competition
Having undergone extensive building works over the past 12 months Junction 14 Mayfield recently unveiled their new look which now includes Subway, Zambrero, Chopped, Gino’s...
Talking Sport: A Laois man in Longford, lifting the lockdown and no supporters at...
Will Laois be lifted out of lockdown? Will GAA matches be allowed to resume on Monday?
The truth is, we don't know - but we...
Laois ladies football season to restart next week with busy schedule of games
The Laois ladies football championship is scheduled to get up and running again next week, assuming the lockdown restrictions are lifted on the county.
The...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, August 20, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Sean (John) Bonham
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at The Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Former member...
Storm Ellen: Flood defences bolstered, warning for holiday makers and ESB expecting power cuts
Flood defences have been bolstered, the ESB are on standby for power cuts while holiday makers in coastal areas have been issued with a...
Well-known local musician pens new song ‘County Laois will always be home’
These past number of months have been particularly hard on the music and entertainment industry.
With pubs and venues closed, there have been no concerts...
JOB VACANCY: CJ Sheeran Ltd have a vacancy for a Supply Chain Analyst
CJ Sheeran is Ireland’s largest manufacturer and recycler of timber packaging and pallets, providing a premium quality, sustainable and accredited packaging solution to Ireland...
Warnings issued as storm ‘worse than Hurricane Charlie’ set to strike
Ah yeah - as if things weren't bad enough, why not throw in a storm in August as well.
Met Eireann have released a weather...
The recent golf results from around the Laois clubs
MOUNTRATH
Thursday Singles Stableford on August13
Brian Purcell Jnr (6) 42pts
Seamus Armshaw (5) 40pts
Aaron Dunphy (14) 40pts
CSS - Men 36pts Ladies 38pts
June Medal...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Sean (John) Bonham
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at The Regional Hospital Portlaoise. Former member...
WATCH: Range of courses available in Portlaoise Institute as new term comes into sight
Portlaoise Institute is offering courses in the areas of Beauty, Business, Childcare, Digital Media, Engineering, Hairdressing, Healthcare, IT, Nursing, Security, Social Studies and Sports.
They...
#LoveLaois: Support local and help ensure the survival of Laois businesses
The #LoveLaois campaign is designed to encourage all those who live in Laois to think local first and support our local businesses and providers...
More remote office space to open in Laois as Portlaoise Plaza team up with...
Further remote office space is set to open in Laois at the Portlaoise Plaza just off the M7 motorway after they teamed up with...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Teresa Rigney (née Burke)
Ballintlea, Timahoe, Laois
Teresa Rigney (neé Burke) Ballintlea, Timahoe, Co....
Three Laois players feature in the Irish Independent’s top 50 ladies footballers of all...
Three Laois ladies footballers are included in the Irish Independent's list of top 50 players, which is published in today's newspaper and online.
Sue Ramsbottom, the...
Laois golf club closes due to Coronavirus case
A Laois golf club has ceased all activity with immediate effect after one of its members tested positive for Coronavirus.
Members of Abbeyleix Golf Club...
JOB VACANCY: Greenfeet Lawncare seeking to hire full-time Lawn Care Operative/Groundsman
Greenfeet Lawncare are seeking to hire a full-time Lawn Care Operative/Groundsman in Laois.
Responsibilities include:
Operatives will be travelling within your allocated scheduled area whilst...
New writers-in-residence for Dunamaise Arts Centre as Portlaoise writers appointed
Laois County Council Arts Office in association with Creative Ireland Laois and Dunamaise Arts Centre have announced the appointment of two writers for new...