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Extraordinary Laois woman set for Late Late Show appearance

An incredible Laois woman who channelled her grief into something positive for thousands of people is set to appear on the Late Late Show...

Rounders season set to get going this weekend

The rounders season starts in earnest this weekend as the interprovincial competition takes centre stage in RSC Athlone. The Leinster team have a strong contingency...
Gardaí

Gardai launch investigation after Laois businessman assaulted and robbed

Gardai are investigating an incident which saw a Laois man assaulted and robbed last night. According to RTE News, the incident occurred at a house in...

Wildly popular Smash Hits set to perform in Laois on the May Bank Holiday...

Get your dance moves and 90s karaoke classics ready - Smash Hits is back and ready to perform in the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel on...

JOB VACANCY: Lagan Brick have a student summer placement position to fill

Lagan Brick Limited, part of the Breedon Group PLC, are seeking a 3rd level student in their manufacturing facility at their base in The...

Busy Laois road closed due to overturned truck

An overturned truck has forced the closure of a busy Laois road for a number of hours. According to the AA, the old N7 (R445)...
Bord Na Mona Recycling's Skip Hire Offer

Bord Na Mona Recycling’s Springtime Skip Hire Offer

Springtime has arrived and, for many, a long overdue ‘spring clean’ may be imminent. It’s no secret that clutter is one of the biggest...

Property: Detached home on approx 1.3 acres for sale in Clonsast Lower with Tom...

Tom McDonald & Associates – Experienced, Professional, Trusted – are delighted to offer to the market this imposing, concrete built four bedroom detached home...
156 Whitefields Portarlington

Property: Delightful detached family home in Whitefields, Portarlington for sale with Tom McDonanald Auctioneers

Tom McDonald & Associates – Experienced, Professional, Trusted – are delighted to offer to the market this quality, concrete built, four bedroom detached family...

A five-star night to remember at The Heritage Killenard Spa

If you're looking for a real five-star experience -  a night of bubbles, luxury and goodie bags - then this is for you! You are...

Election Diary: Campaign launch, political rejuvenation pledge and cyber security potential

It is just under three months until the Elections and our eighth Election Diary is now here. We look at the latest political pieces as...

The Killeshin Hotel has a special treat in store this Mother’s Day

Mother's Day is just around the corner (next Sunday, March 31, for those of you who aren't fully tuned in!) but the nice folk...

Silver success for Ballykilcavan Brewery at prestigious awards

It was a winning weekend for Ballykilcavan, as the Stradbally based-brewery bagged six medals in the 2019 Dublin Craft Beer Cup. The competition is part of...

Funeral details announced for former Knockbeg student and teacher following sad passing

The funeral details have been announced for James Griffin who passed away unexpectedly last weekend. The former Knockbeg College student and teacher, from Tullow in...

Our guide to what’s on at the weekend

Brought to you by Laois Tourism There’s lots of live music around the county this weekend. A great example is People Power in Dunamaise Arts Center...

RDS, Malahide Castle or Croke Park – use Martleys Transport to get to your...

Are you heading to Picture This for one of their five sold-out gigs in the 3 Arena next week? Have you your tickets sorted for...

JOB VACANCY: Telfords are looking to hire a Trade Sales Advisor

Telfords Portlaoise are now hiring and are looking to fill the following vacancy. Trade Sales Advisor Telfords LTD are looking for a customer-focused Trade Sales Advisor to join...

In Pictures: Laois secondary school launch their own radio station

This is a very exciting initiative. Portlaoise College’s Transition Year students have launched their own radio station. Under the name of CPLR (Coláiste Portlaoise Local Radio),...
Football General

All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures as season gathers pace

With St Patrick's Day done and dusted the local GAA season will now really begin to take off. This weekend sees a number of games...

JOB VACANCY: LOETB have a vacancy for two Apprentice Electrical Instructors

Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board Applications are invited for the following posts: Apprenticeship Electrical Instructor X 2 (Specific Purpose Fixed Term Contract –...
Deaths in Laois

Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Below are the recent deaths in Laois. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam. Kieran Kelly Ballacolla Road, Abbeyleix, Laois Peacefully, at his residence, in the loving care...
The Garda helicopter was in Stradbally last night

Garda helicopter spotted in Laois as ‘house raided’

The Garda helicopter has been spotted in the skies over Portlaoise this afternoon. LaoisToday understands that it is providing assistance to Gardai who are carrying...

Shock and sadness as former Knockbeg student and teacher passes away suddenly

There is deep sadness and shock this morning with the news that a former Knockbeg College student and teacher has passed away suddenly. James Griffin,...

Winner announced in brilliant LaoisToday/Heritage Killenard Mother’s Day competition

With Mother's Day coming up we recently teamed up with our friends at The Heritage Hotel and Spa in Killenard to give away a...
Garda

Gardai appeal for information after elderly man viciously assaulted in Laois

Garda in Portlaoise are appealing for assistance from the public regarding their investigation into an aggravated burglary which occurred in Laois. The incident took place...

Good Week, Bad Week: Scholarships, Junk Kouture and All-Ireland finals

As part of our now well-established running series, we bring you this week’s ‘Good Week/Bad Week’. To see who has had a good or bad...

Election Diary: Tarmac for Portarlington, traffic calming near Crettyard school and campaign launch

It is less than three months until the Elections and our sevent Election Diary is now here. We look at the latest political pieces as...

Our guide to what’s on this St Patrick’s weekend

Brought to you by Laois Tourism It's St Patrick’s weekend, it’s a long weekend and Laois is lining up to really celebrate across the county....

JOB VACANCIES: Two full-time positions going in The Rainbow Castle creche in Portlaoise

There are currently two full-time positions in The Rainbow Castle in Portlaoise. Both of these roles are for an immediate start. Roles Preschool Room leader...

Election Diary: Campaign launch, jobs for Laois and positive Live Register figures

It is less than three months until the Elections and our sixth Election Diary is now here. We look at the latest political pieces as...