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Hockey: Laois advance in Leinster Women’s Cup after big win in Dublin
Laois HC 2 Botanic HC 0
Leinster Women's Division 5/6 Cup Round 1
Laois Hockey Club travelled to Glasnevin, Dublin on Saturday where they beat Botanic...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Nonjabulo Makhanya
Lios an Óir, Charleville, Cork/Portlaoise, Laois
Lios an Óir, Charleville, formerly of Buttercup, Portlaoise, Co....
Laois icon Anna May McHugh awarded honorary doctorate by SETU
Anna May McHugh, managing director of the National Ploughing Association (NPA) and a trailblazing advocate for the Irish agricultural industry, was awarded an honorary...
Major Independent boost for Aisling Moran’s General Election campaign
In a significant development which will have a defining impact on the forthcoming general election in Laois, the Aisling Moran campaign has received a...
Laois Hurling Podcast: St Brigid’s reach Leinster final plus U-20 semi final review
The Laois Hurling Podcast returns and there are two items on the agenda - camogie and U-20.
St Brigid's reached the Leinster Club Intermediate camogie...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, November 4, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen McEvoy (née O'Sullivan)
"Sunberry", Abbeyleix, Laois/Ardpatrick, Limerick
The death has occurred of Kathleen McEvoy (nee O'Sullivan)...
Laois Football Podcast: Portarlington, Crettyard and Kilcavan in Leinster plus U-20 update
It was a busy weekend on the GAA scene and the Laois Football Podcast is here to look back on it all.
Portarlington bowed out...
Laois ‘Live Well’ Project shortlisted for 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards
Healthy Laois and Age Friendly Laois are finalists for the Age Friendly Communication Award at the 2024 National Age Friendly Recognition and Achievement Awards.
Their...
Laois schools invited to apply for solar panel project that could save thousands in...
All schools in Laois can now apply for free solar panels under a new programme that could see schools save thousands of euro on...
In Pictures: Classy Cahill wins Hurlers’ Captain’s Prize in Rathdowney sunshine
Seamie Cahill is this year's winner of the Laois Hurlers Golfing Society Captain’s Prize after a fantastic event in Rathdowney.
There is nothing more glorious...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, November 4, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sean Bergin
The Camross Inn, Camross, Laois
Sean passed away peacefully on the 2nd November 2024, surrounded...
Sadness in Camross at the death of hugely popular local publican Sean Bergin
There is sadness in the Camross community this week at the death of the hugely popular and well-respected local publican Sean Bergin, proprietor of...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, November 3, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Jim (James) McRedmond
Killurin, Killeigh, Offaly, R35 A268/Banagher, Offaly /Clonaslee, Laois
Formerly of Five Roads, Banagher and...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, November 2, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Vivienne Bradley (née Allen)
Ballycoolan, Stradbally, Laois
Peacefully at her home. Pre-deceased by her husband Gordon, son...
Laois mother recognised with Family Carer of the Year Award
Family Carers Ireland, the national charity supporting Ireland’s family carers has announced that this year’s Netwatch Laois Family Carer of the Year is Sarah...
Laois dairy farmer and horticulturist announced for prominent agri-leadership conference
Laois dairy farmer, David Fennelly from Emo and horticulturist Liagh Whelehan from just outside Portarlington are among the scholars who will present the findings...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, November 1, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Rev. Michael Moore C.S.Sp.
Kimmage Manor, Dublin/Tipperary/Laois
Rev. Michael Moore C.S.Sp. (Kimmage Manor, Rockwell and late of...
Discover the future of lawn care with Segway Navimow at Millers Home and Garden...
Imagine a perfectly manicured lawn without the hassle of manual mowing or the need for complicated boundary wires.
Say goodbye to complicated setups and...
All-Ireland success for Laois company at 2024 sustainability awards
There was a big win for Laois at the All-Ireland sustainability awards this past weekend, with Ballykilcavan Brewing Company picking up two honours.
Ballykilcavan were...
In Pictures: LOETB Abbeyleix Celebrates Graduates at Manor Hotel Ceremony
Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre (part of the LOETB) recently marked a significant milestone with its annual graduation ceremony, held at the Abbeyleix...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, October 31, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Rev. Michael Moore C.S.Sp.
Kimmage Manor, Dublin/Tipperary/Laois
Rev. Michael Moore C.S.Sp. (Kimmage Manor, Rockwell and late of...
SOLAS Garden Centre Unveils a Spectacular Santa Grotto Launch Night!
Oh, the excitement! SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington is transformed into a fantastical Christmas wonderland like never before, where magic and mayhem await!...
Laois school empowering students and creating change with Student Leadership Conference
Portlaoise College recently hosted a Student Leadership Conference designed to empower students and create meaningful change for the wider school community.
The Conference was organised by...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Caroline Nicholson (née Doyle)
47 Kirwan Park, Mountmellick, Laois
Caroline Nicholson Nee Doyle, 47 Kirwan Park, Mountmellick,...
In Pictures: 12 athletes from St Abban’s AC complete Dublin Marathon this weekend
St Abban’s Athletics Club had strong representation in the Irish Life Dublin Marathon which was ran on the streets of the capital this past...
Laois Principal fulfills ‘lifelong ambition’ of achieving Educational Doctorate
Portlaoise Institute had proudly announced that its Principal, Mr Keith McClearn, has recently achieved a significant milestone in his academic and professional career.
Mr McClearn...
Laois man Colin Donnery recognised with top European recruitment award
Laois man Colin Donnery, Group CEO of FRS Co-Op, has received a top European recruitment honour after being named in the Staffing 100 Europe.
The...
New president and board members as Laois Chamber reflect on positive year
Laois Chamber Alliance held its Annual General Meeting last week where members gathered to review the organisation’s accomplishments over the past year and set...
Laois farmer selected for prestigious Nuffield scholarship scheme
Zoey McKay from Ballyfin has been selected as one of four Irish professionals to receive a prestigious Nuffield Ireland Scholarship which will commence in...
Laois Football Podcast: Updated Rankings – and did your club have a Good, Bad...
Ok, so there is plenty of Leinster club action still to unfold - but the local Laois GAA club adult season is over.
Portarlington, Crettyard...