LaoisToday Reporter
The full schedule of events for the Folly Festival in Cullohill this Saturday
The Folly Festival in Cullohill last year proved to be a roaring success and looking at the schedule for this year's event, which is...
Laois hurlers, Joe McDonagh Cup, Marty Morrissey and Eddie Brennan to be special guests...
The area of Cullohill has a hugely proud sporting tradition - in hurling in particular.
And this weekend's Folly Festival will celebrate that in style...
Fifty Seven Boutique and Gift Shop set to open in Durrow
Well-known local business Fifty Seven Boutique and Gift Emporium – is opening its doors for business in Durrow this Friday, July 19 at 1pm.
Owned by...
New Pitman Training centre in Portlaoise enrolling on over 400 training courses
Pitman Training recently opened their latest training centre in Kea-Lew Business Park in Portlaoise, offering year-round enrolment on over 400 courses including Medical and...
Special Offer on all treatments in Anti-Wrinkle and Filler Clinic for month of August
The Anti-Wrinkle and Filler Clinic in Portlaoise provides a range of services and they have a great offer for the month of August.
Refer a...
Colt edge Clonaslee in 33-point thriller to claim Division 5 hurling glory
Colt 2-16 Clonaslee 1-17
ACHL Division 5
Colt withstood a second half comeback from Clonaslee to claim the ACHL Division 5 title in Shanahoe on Saturday...
World’s first plastic waste to wax plant opened in Portlaoise
The world’s first commercial plastic ‘plastic waste to wax’ plant was opened today in Clonminam in Portlaoise by Charlie Flanagan, Minister for Justice and...
Division 4 football glory for Portlaoise against Graiguecullen
Portlaoise 2-16 Graiguecullen 0-9
ACFL Division 4 Final
Portlaoise had 13 points to spare over Graiguecullen in the Division 4 football final on Saturday evening in...
Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny invite newly-engaged couples to Wedding Afternoon
The luxurious 4-star Newpark Hotel will hold a Wedding Showcase Afternoont this Sunday, July 21, from 2pm to 5pm.
The hotel set on 40 acres...
‘Drones’ being used to ferry drugs and phones into Midlands Prison
Drones are being used to ferry drugs into the Midlands Prison in Portlaoise, according to the Irish Daily Star.
Michael O'Toole is reporting that the...
Wolfhill, Ballacolla, Spink and Mountrath among this week’s Laois Walks Festival locations
The Laois Walks Festival is proving hugely popular once again and it continues at full pace this week with another great programme of walks...
All of Friday night’s Laois GAA results
It was a very busy night on the GAA front with ten games down for decision - including five finals.
One of those, the Division...
Tillage group hits out ‘hypocrisy’ of Mercosur deal as Dáil vote in favour of...
The Irish Grain Growers Association, who have a very strong Laois membership, have hit out strongly at the "hypocrisy" surrounding the recent Mercosur trade...
The complete bluffer’s guide to jumping on the Laois hurling bandwagon
Brought to you in association with Treacy’s Bar and Restaurant, The Heath
There has never been such interest in the Laois hurlers.
The Joe McDonagh Cup...
€1 million investment planned for well-known Laois business
Leading cash and carry wholesaler 4 Aces Portlaoise, part of BWG Wholesale, recently announced an investment of more than €1,000,000 to upgrade the facility...
Joe Mallon Motors Car of the Week: 151 Ford Focus Zetec from €37 per...
This week’s Car of the Week from Joe Mallon Motors is a 151 Ford Focus Zetec.
With a finance option in place, this car could...
LaoisToday Local Election coverage honoured at NUI Maynooth
It may seem like a lifetime ago now - but the Local Elections still cast a long shadow and the LaoisToday coverage has been...
It’s Open Day at National Learning Network in Portlaoise
National Learning Network Portlaoise provide a range of free courses to people who have had an accident, illness, injury or have a disability and...
Tickets selling well ahead of Laois hurlers trip to Croke Park
Laois GAA are reporting a steady flow of ticket sales ahead of Sunday’s All Ireland hurling quarter-final in Croke Park.
Supporters were queueing from Monday...
Begin your wedding journey with The Heritage at wedding evening on Wednesday, July 31
Begin your wedding journey with The Heritage, a Wedding Venue Reborn.
Having undergone a complete refurbishment in Spring 2019 we are proud to introduce you...
Laois Walks Festival continues this week with walks right throughout the county
After being blessed with glorious weather for its first week, the Laois Walks Festival continues apace this week with another selection of attractive walks...
Schedule announced as excitement builds ahead of Folly Festival in Cullohill
Excitement is building ahead of the Folly Festival in Cullohill with the schedule announced
Two great nights of entertainment are in store
In a stunning setting...
JOB VACANCY: Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board seeking applicants for Grade VI...
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following permanent wholetime post in the Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board:
Grade VI Finance
Applications...
Laois hurler a big hit with young fan in Kilkenny
Young Jack Mulcahy, who lives in the heart of Kilkenny, should have no shortage of sporting heroes.
The 10-year-old plays hurling with the famed James...
Joe Mallon Motors Car of the Week: 151 Skoda Fabia from €43 per week
This week’s Car of the Week from Joe Mallon Motors is a 151 Skoda Fabia Ambition.
With a finance option in place, this car could...
Great offer in place as Mulhall Meats have 50% off Sirloin Steaks
Mulhall Meats in the heart of Portlaoise have a half price sale on Sirloin Steaks all day today and tomorrow, July 5 and 6.
Mulhall’s...
Teenager living in Laois charged with murder of Waterford fisherman
A teenager living in Laois has been charged with the murder of a Waterford fisherman following an incident almost a year ago.
According to RTE...
Imagine Broadband’s product offering to consumers
Superfast Broadband is now a reality for homes and businesses in County Laois thanks to Imagine.
Laois is starting to see the benefits of the €300m...
Forest trails and incredible views in the Adventure Race at this year’s Folly Festival...
There really is something for everyone at the Folly Festival in Cullohill and the adventure race comprising a 6.5km run and a 24km cycle...
Brilliant line up as Anvil Inn in Portarlington present the Forge Festival
The Forge Beer Garden in the Anvil Inn in Portarlington is fast becoming one of the top live music venues in the region -...