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Studying during Coronavirus: St Fergal’s sisters on a strange Leaving and Junior Cert
We’re nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has...
Portlaoise Rugby Club launch online lotto
Portlaoise Rugby Club have launched their online lotto as they seek to raise vital funds for the club on an ongoing basis.
Though all sporting...
WATCH: Laois woman who was prominent member of London-Irish community laid to rest in...
The late Alice Kennedy was laid to rest in her native Clonaslee this week.
The Laois woman, who was a leading and prominent member of...
Laois Domestic Abuse Service calling for more local spaces
Marna Carroll, Manager of Laois Domestic Abuse Service, is calling on the new government to prioritise the development of a domestic violence refuge for...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, April 24, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Brenda Dempsey (née Dunne)
Clanmalire, Portarlington, Laois / Portarlington, Offaly
Formerly Garryhinch Portarlington County...
FiftySeven Boutique and Gift Emporium launch new Online Store
FiftySeven Boutique and Gift Emporium have launched their new Online Store.
With stores in Portarlington, Athy and Durrow, the online outlet is the latest development...
Now is a good time to review your Life Cover with Peavoy Financial Planning
At Peavoy Financial Planning we are aiming to continue to do everything we can to support people in our community during these unsettling and challenging times.
We understand...
IT Company Nostra are ‘Doing it for Dan’
Nostra's aim is to help 1 million people. Not only with IT related needs. This extends to any person or group of people, internal...
Studying during Coronavirus: Portlaoise CBS student on prepping for state exams in a pandemic
We’re nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, April 23, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Patrick Moran
Church View, Suncroft, Kildare / Portlaoise, Laois
Ex sergeant, 3rd Battalion, The...
‘Down Memory Lane’ – new LaoisToday Podcast series launches with first episode dedicated to...
Brought to you in association with Mulhall Meats
Who doesn't like a bit of nostalgia? Who doesn't enjoy a trip down memory lane?
In this strange...
Studying during Coronavirus: Mountmellick CS student on prepping for state exams in a pandemic
We’re nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has...
GOAL urging young Laois people to take action in time of crisis with launch...
Bright sparks all over Laois are being urged by humanitarian aid agency, GOAL, to take part in an exciting new online programme aimed at...
Electric Picnic promoter says ‘most shows will go back 12 months’ following new Coronavirus...
The owner of MCD, Dermot Desmond, who promotes the Electric Picnic music festival, says that 'most shows will go back 12 months' following the...
Government ban all mass gatherings until August due to Coronavirus
The government has banned all mass gatherings of more than 5,000 people until the end of August.
The Irish Times reported that the decision was...
Studying during Coronavirus: Heywood student on prepping for state exams in a pandemic
We're nearing the end of our student series now as we speak to pupils in every secondary school in Laois about how Coronavirus has...
Fears for Malting Barley growers as significant downturn in drinks sales
Local tillage farmers are worried that their contracts for malting barley could be cut by up to 40% this year because of a significant...
JOB VACANCY: Mulhall Meats seeking to hire butcher for shop in Portlaoise
Mulhall Meats in Lyster Square in Portlaoise have a job vacancy for a butcher.
Butcher required must have 5 years experience and be fully qualified.
To Apply...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Ida Mitchell (née Lalor)
Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully, after a short illness in her 90th...
Home deliveries from Breslin’s SuperValu Abbeyleix and Rathdowney
In these uncertain times, Breslin's SuperValu in Abbeyleix and Rathdowney are there for their customers.
Home deliveries are available six days a week, there are...
‘Stretched to the limit’ – local Nursing Home pleads for HSE help
The General Manager of Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington is making an appeal to former Health Care Workers, Nurses or any Allied Health Care...
Studying during Coronavirus: Scoil Chriost Ri student on prepping for state exams in a...
The Coronavirus pandemic is affecting almost every aspect of our lives at the moment.
Bar those working in essential services, the rest of the population...
7 Days of Giveaways with The Heritage for Do it for Dan
Each day The Heritage is asking its followers to share a photo from their theme of the day.
They will pick a daily winner and...
Footballer Mark Barry named as LaoisToday/Property Partners Buggy Sports Star of the Month for...
O'Dempsey's and Laois footballer Mark Barry is the worthy recipient of ‘Sports Star of the Month’ for February.
Under normal circumstances, Mark would've received his...
61 homes sell in Laois in February though sharp decrease expected in March
A total of 61 homes sold in Laois in February ahead of the Coronavirus pandemic, according to figures on the Property Price Register.
The most...
Was that this year? Seven things that happened in the local sporting world in...
Live sporting action seems a dim and distant memory at this stage and there is nothing on the horizon for the next couple of...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, April 20, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
John Deffew
Emmet Street, Mountmellick, Laois
John Leo Deffew, Emmet Street, Mountmellick, Co. Laois...
Studying during Coronavirus: St Fergal’s Rathdowney student on prepping for state exams in a...
The Coronavirus pandemic is affecting almost every aspect of our lives at the moment.
Bar those working in essential services, the rest of the population...
Sporting Memories: Willie Hyland on his Laois career, championship success with Clough-Ballacolla and what...
This week's Sporting Memories interview is with former Laois hurler Willie Hyland from Clough-Ballacolla.
Second only to James Young as Laois's highest scorer ever, Hyland...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, April 19, 2020
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
John Deffew
Emmet Street, Mountmellick, Laois
John Deffew, Emmet Street, Mountmellick died peacefully April...