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Introducing the 2019 Junior football Team of the Year
The Junior football championship concluded back in September as O’Dempsey’s second team lifted the title at the second time of asking.
Following on from defeat...
2019 Remembered: Laois family turning their tragedy into hope for others with Pieta House...
In memory of Adam Kennedy from Portlaoise, his family took on a number of challenges to fundraise for Pieta House during the year.
An extended...
2019 Remembered: Stunning property on Laois golf course goes on the market
Back in September, one of Laois' most stunning properties went up for sale in Killenard.
Five bedrooms, six bathrooms and a view of one of...
2019 Remembered: The Mahers take on Ireland’s Fittest Family
We've been following the journey of the Maher family as they competed in Ireland's Fittest Family over the last number of months.
They had a...
2019 Remembered: All systems go as Laois sisters open ladies boutique in Portlaoise
The Pretty Woman store opened in October and has gone from strength to strength since.
Two Laois sisters have opened a ladies boutique on Main...
Making Laois the Centre of Ireland to do business – Huge interest about upcoming...
If enquiries from employers and workers alike about the upcoming Laois Jobs Fair are anything to go by, it is set to be a...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, December 29, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Christy Smith
Ballymorris, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving...
2019 Remembered: Laois pensioner ‘tied up, beaten and robbed’ in sickening attack
This was a harrowing incident which took place at the beginning of December.
Gardai have launched an investigation after an elderly Laois man was the...
2019 Remembered: Laois stallion farm opens doors to public
This was a quirky one - but it was a story that drew in a lot of readers.
Did any of you go?
A Laois stallion...
2019 Remembered: Local woman proud to open new salon in Portarlington
She took a leap of faith. Well done Sharon!
Laois woman Sharon Whelehan says she is extremely excited and proud to be opening a salon...
Hosie Cup glory for Portlaoise Rugby Club after Clondalkin win
Portlaoise RFC 17 Clondalkin 5
Hosie Cup Final
Portlaoise RFC brought the 2019 season to the perfect conclusion as they defeated Clondalkin in Cill Dara this...
Two local soccer clubs set to clash in Parish Cup for very worthy cause
Two local soccer clubs are set to contest the Tommy Carroll Memorial Cup on Sunday December 29.
Neighbours Round Tower Rovers, of Timahoe, and Stradbally...
2019 Remembered: Clearing up the confusion surrounding the new age grades in GAA
With the introduction of the new GAA age groups came plenty of confusion!
Over the past week there has been some confusion around the new...
2019 Remembered: Laois’s Top 10 Hottest Golden Oldies of 2019
LaoisTodays second list of the Hottest men in the county, one of the most highly contested list too!
And here we have it – our...
2019 Remembered: Gardai appeal for information after elderly man viciously assaulted in Laois
Gardai in Portlaoise were appealing for information about this disgusting attack on an elderly man in March.
Garda in Portlaoise are appealing for assistance from...
2019 Remembered: WATCH: The incredible Ross King injury time goal that sent Rathdowney-Errill into...
It's been a year to remember for Rathdowney-Errill and Ross King.
Here's THAT goal.
The game itself was very disappointing - but the finish couldn't have...
2019 Remembered: Laois Shopping Centre evacuated following suspected fire
Staff and shoppers have been evacuated from the Laois Shopping Centre this afternoon following a suspected fire.
All of the units in the building have...
2019 Remembered: One of Ireland’s most violent prisoners moves to Portlaoise Prison
Celyn Eadon has been serving time in the Midlands Prison ever since.
One of the most violent prisoners in the country is set to move...
2019 Remembered: In Pictures: Portlaoise CBS up the style stakes for their debs
We love Debs season and this year, Portlaoise CBS had all the glitz and glamour!
The style brigade were out in force tonight for the...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, December 28, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Esther Dunne (née Brennan)
59. St Michael’s Park Portarlington/Portlaoise
Esther Dunne (née Brennan) 59...
2019 Remembered: Fire broken out in Portlaoise
This was not the first time the house had caught fire.
A fire has broken out in Portlaoise.
The fire broke out this evening in the...
2019 Remembered: Two businesses on Portlaoise Main Street close in June
Back in June, two well-known businesses closed down within a couple of weeks of each other:
Two eateries have closed on Main Street Portlaoise in...
Driver caught with €70,000 worth of drugs during search in Portlaoise
A routine Garda checkpoint in the lead-up to Christmas in Portlaoise yielded a drug discovery valued at €70,000.
The discovery took place in the early...
2019 Remembered: WATCH: Relief as nobody injured in shocking M7 Motorway fire
A dramatic incident but thankfully nobody was hurt.
Laois County Fire and Rescue Services have confirmed that nobody was injured in the fire on the...
In Pictures: Huge crowds turn out again for annual St Stephen’s Day walk in...
The enduring popularity of the annual St Stephen's Day walk in Clonaslee was evident again with hundreds of people again turning out to scenic...
2019 Remembered: Seven Talking Points as Portlaoise claimed their third Laois SFC title in...
Portlaoise claimed 3 Laois SFC titles in a row and twelfth in thirteen years, back in October.
Portlaoise were crowned Laois Senior Football Champions for...
2019 Remembered: The best places for Laois people to find love back in the...
We love a list - and this one is certainly set to make you remember some brilliant establishments.
Valentine’s Day. No matter if you love...
Here is the 2019 LaoisToday Intermediate hurling Team of the Year
The IHC came to a conclusion in September as Camross defeated Borris-Kilcotton to claim the title.
It was a win that means Camross will be...
2019 Remembered: Laois legal firms announce exciting merger
At the end of October, two Laois legal firms announced with delight that they would merge their respective firms.
Eugene O’Connor of Rollestons Solicitors and...
2019 Remembered: Outrage in Laois as GAA confirm disbandment of Joe McDonagh All-Star Awards
Here's hoping this won't be an issue next year.
The GAA's decision not to have a 'Champion 15' selection for the Joe McDonagh Cup this...