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Food Court, Craft Beers and keeping it clean at Forest Fest in Emo village...
Forest Fest is on track to be the big hit and soundtrack of the summer when it comes to Emo village from July 22...
Embrace Farm safety remembrance service to be held online this year
Embrace FARM, the support network for those affected by farm accidents and which was set up by Laois man Brian Rohan, is encouraging people...
Down Memory Lane Podcast: Clough-Ballacolla’s breakthrough success in 2009
This week's Down Memory Lane podcast looks back at the breakthrough Laois senior hurling success of Clough-Ballacolla in 2009, when they ended an incredible...
A number of Laois playgrounds are open today – but children must be supervised...
Having been cooped up at home for three months during the Coronavirus restrictions, parents and children will be delighted to know that a number...
Hairdressers and barbers could be in line to re-open on June 29
Hairdressers and barbers are expected be allowed to re-open sooner than planned on June 29.
According to a report in today's Irish Times, a decision...
Two juveniles charged in relation to fire at Mountmellick farm
Two juveniles have been arrested and charged following a burglary and fire at a farm in Mountmellick this week.
"Portlaoise Gardaí received a report of...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 11, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Anne Griffin
Marian Ave, Portlaoise, Laois
Anne left, peacefully, in the presence of her...
Coronavirus: 19 new cases and five deaths as experts warn that second wave ‘would...
Health officials have confirmed that a further five people have died from Covid-19 in Ireland.
The Department of Health also said that a further 19...
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...
Portlaoise Panthers, 100km in a week and a massive Truck Run as the ‘Jamie...
Trilogy Triathlon Club having been running a campaign on behalf of little Jamie Mannion from Portlaoise for just over two weeks.
To date the club...
Dunamaise Arts Centre appeals for support as theatres across the country battle for survival
The Dunamaise Arts Centre in Portlaoise, which has played such a vibrant role in the county since opening in the late 1990s, is among...
Laois Hurling Memory: 43 years of hurt ended with brilliant win over Offaly in...
Laois 0-29 Offaly 0-21
2015 Leinster SHC Quarter-final
More than any other county, the Laois hurlers have suffered disproportionately over the years at the hands of...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Daniel (Dan) Culleton
Derrylahan, Coolrain, Laois
Daniel (Dan) Culleton, Derrylahan, Coolrain, Portlaoise, Co.Laois. Died...
Coronavirus: Nine new cases and nine more deaths as hospitality sector prepare for new...
There have been a further nine deaths from Coronavirus and nine new cases confirmed by the Department of Health today.
The nine new deaths is...
Prestigious quality award for Laois business CJ Sheeran Ltd
A Mountrath based business has achieved a quality mark signifying it meets the highest standards of service and trust.
CJ Sheeran Ltd was awarded the...
Moment in Time: Cumann na mBunscol hurling action from 2005
The Cumann na mBunscol reports and photos never fail to give a great trip down memory lane.
And the 2005 hurling final action is no...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Daniel (Dan) Culleton
Derrylahan, Coolrain, Laois
Daniel (Dan) Culleton, Derrylahan, Coolrain, Portlaoise, Co.Laois. Died...
Joe Mallon Motors Car of the Week: 191 Dacia Duster from €65 per week
This week’s Car of the Week from Joe Mallon Motors is a 191 Dacia Duster.
With a finance option in place, this car could be...
Coronavirus: Four more deaths and nine further cases as hairdressers make a strong argument...
A further four patients have died as a result of Covid-19 and nine new cases have been confirmed in Ireland today, according to the...
Confirmed Coronavirus cases in Laois compare well with other midlands counties
Of the 25,000-plus confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Ireland, just 261 of them have been in Laois.
Only five counties in the Republic of Ireland...
In Pictures: Boley Hurleys & Sportswear open new store and launch website
Boley Hurleys & Sportswear, a family run business established in 2008, has recently opened a new store.
Based in Boley near Abbeyleix, they have also...
JOB VACANCY: Laois Garden World seeking to hire shop manager
Laois Garden World are seeking to hire a shop manager for their busy hardware store.
Previous experience and flexibility required.
To Apply
Please forward CV to Eadaoin@laoissawmills.ie
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Portlaoise Emergency Services needs to be secured in Programme for Government, says Laois TD
Laois Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley says that the retention of the Emergency Department at Portlaoise Hospital should be secured in the new Programme...
The Mere Mortals on Baggot Inn, Feile and just missing out on the Commitments
In the history of the local Laois music scene, there's few bands that are remembered as fondly as The Mere Mortals.
Comprised of one Tullamore...
An emotional half-time team talk and thunderous reception standout moments from Ballyroan’s 2006 championship...
There are some moments that will stay with players forever.
For the Ballyroan Gaels team of 2006 that won the Laois senior football championship, having...
Outdoor coffee and wood-fired pizza: Abbeyleix Manor Hotel delighted to launch new outdoor catering...
So, Abbeyleix Manor Hotel has been under lockdown since March 16.
It’s the first time we have EVER had to close in our 20-year history....
Deaths in Laois – Monday, June 8, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Daniel (Dan) Culleton
Derrylahan, Coolrain, Laois
Daniel (Dan) Culleton, Derrylahan, Coolrain, Portlaoise, Co.Laois. Died...
Downey’s Auto Stop Commercial Vehicle testing is fully operational from June 15
Downey's Auto Stop Commercial Vehicle testing service is re-opening fully on Monday, June 15.
Their light and heavy vehicle test centre has a booking line...
Moment in Time: The Sun shines on The Rock Inn for their 2008 Vintage...
Under a bright blue sky and shining sun, many gathered for the annual Rock Inn Vintage Rally in May 2008.
Lots of vintage fans from...
Coronavirus: One more death and 25 new cases as country prepares to re-open
One further person has died from Covid-19 in Ireland, the Department of Health confirmed this evening.
In a statement, it said that a further 25...