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JOB VACANCIES: Hanlon Kitchens seeking to fill a number of roles
Hanlon Kitchens are an established kitchen making company, located in Aghaboe near Ballacolla, Co. Laois, supplying kitchens nationally for both private and commercial clients and...
Comrades of Cuisle raise astonishing €20,000 for Laois Cuisle Centre
The local community group Comrades of Cuisle have presented a check for over €20,000 for the Laois Cuisle Centre.
Comrades of Cuisle united to raise...
In Pictures: Boys and girls go blue and white as excitement builds for Tailteann...
We are just one day away from Laois's first ever appearance in the Tailteann Cup final.
Excitement is building across the county in anticipation for...
Croí – the harmonious hub of music, movement and meditation returns to Electric Picnic
Raise your vibration to the beat of Croí at Electric Picnic as the harmonious hub of music, movement and meditation returns.
Revel in performances by...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, July 12, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Cyril Brennan
'The Laurels', Slatt, Wolfhill, Laois/Athy, Kildare
Predeceased by his parents Gerald and Kathleen, sisters Margaret...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Willie Maher departure, what happens next – and ranking Laois’s top...
This episode was supposed to be all about Barry McEvoy's Laois club hurling rankings.
But with the news of Willie Maher's departure as Laois hurling...
In Pictures: Paddy Critchley launches month-long art exhibition at Laois Arthouse
An exhibition of work by Portlaoise artist, Paddy Critchley went on display at the Laois Arthouse in Stradbally on Friday evening.
The exhibition, entitled 'Staidéar...
Incredible achievement as Brophy claims momentous All-Ireland Handball Title for Laois
Aoife Brophy of Cullohill Handball Club was crowned the Ladies All-Ireland 60x30 Junior Handball champion after a scintillating victory over a skilled opponent in...
The Wolf Cup: Wolfhill AFC defeat Wolfhill AFC to be crowned inaugural Wolf Cup...
This is a good one!
Laois soccer club Wolfhill AFC took on their Scottish namesake, Wolfhill AFC recently, in the inaugural Wolf Cup this weekend.
The...
All of Wednesday’s Laois GAA results on another busy night of action
The Laois Junior ‘C’ football championship continued at pace this evening with a number of games down for decision around the county.
Laois JFC ‘C’...
Sadness at death of Portarlington auctioneer Kate O’Shea
The death has occurred of Kate O'Shea after a short illness, a Portarlington-based auctioneer, who was highly respected in her industry.
Professional, courteous and hard-working...
Laois band The Outcast Crew unveil new album ‘Rovin’ Again’
The Outcast Crew, the raucous Laois trad-punk band, proudly announce the release of their highly anticipated sophomore album, "Rovin’ Again," available now on Warner...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Willie Doyle
Green Rd, Portlaoise, Laois
William (Willie) Doyle. Green Road Portlaoise, Co. Laois (and formerly ESB...
In Pictures: Young musicians from Laois present Summer School of Rock and Pop Annual...
Young musicians and singers took to the stage in the new Outdoor Performance Space on the grounds of Laois Music Centre on Friday night,...
Talking Sport Podcast: Justin McNulty, Evan O’Carroll, Kieran Lillis and Eoin Lowry interviews ahead...
We were in the Laois Hire premises on Saturday for a media event ahead of the Tailteann Cup final.
The Laois footballers take on Down...
In Pictures: Of.Hands Festival launches on Abbeyleix Bog – a vibrant celebration of art...
A new creative festival, 'Of.Hands', described as "a vibrant celebration of art and nature," was launched over the weekend on Abbeyleix Bog.
The festival got...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Siobhán Galligan (née McDonald)
Springhill, Killeshin, Carlow/Killeshin, Laois
Siobhán Galligan (nee McDonald), Springhill, Killeshin, Carlow, Co. Laois, July...
ACFL Division 2: Park-Ratheniska complete their Great Escape as Killeshin are relegated
Killeshin 1-11 Park-Ratheniska 0-14
ACFL Division 2 Relegation Section
Park-Ratheniska have maintained their Laois Shopping Centre ACFL Division 2 status thanks to a draw away to...
JOB VACANCY: Killeen Civil Engineering seeking to hire Full-Time Junior Admin Officer
Killeen Civil Engineering are currently seeking a Full-time Junior Admin Officer to join our well-established company based in Portlaoise.
Responsibilities:
Assist in all aspects of accounts, purchasing...
Running with Heart on the Heath – GR8HRUN raise over €5,000 for Cuisle Centre
The picturesque paths of the Heath have become a beacon of community spirit and fitness thanks to the enthusiastic members of GR8HRUN.
Setup by JJ...
Talking Sport Podcast: A review of last week’s three league finals and a look...
Last week was a busy one for football finals, with three League champions crowned in the Centre of Excellence.
Steven Miller and Mark Comerford cast...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, July 8, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
PJ (Patrick Joseph) Gorman
Woodview, Stradbally, Laois
The death has occurred of PJ (Patrick Joseph) Gorman, Woodview,...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, July 7, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kenneth Mooney
Meelick, Rosenallis, Laois
Kenneth Mooney, formerly of Meelick, Rosenallis and of Fleet in Hampshire who...
All Ireland Ladies SFC: Neighbourly relegation play off to come as Tipp prove too...
Tipperary 1-15 Laois 1-4
All Ireland Ladies SFC Relegation Semi-final
The Laois ladies footballers travelled to the neutral venue of John Locke Park in Callan on...
The week that was: our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Four Laois Gardai among 157 new recruits who pass out from Templemore
157 Gardaí were attested as sworn members of An Garda Síochána...
‘Our expansion has been fuelled by our dedication to excellence and the invaluable support...
As one of the founders of IntegriLeads, a dynamic business development company based in Laois, I am delighted to share our positive experience with...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, July 6, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Behan
Green Roads, Ballybrophy, Laois/Roscrea, Tipperary
And Elaga Lodge Nursing Home/Birr Community Nursing Home.
Peacefully in the...
Family Resource Centre in Laois call on Government to put community services at the...
Representatives from Portlaoise Family Resource Centre met with members of the Oireachtas at a briefing event in Buswells Hotel, Dublin, to urge them to...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, July 5, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ann Carroll (née Kelly)
Rathmoyle, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully in the care of University Hospital Tallaght, Dublin. Predeceased...
Artist Paddy Critchley presents new exhibition at Laois Arthouse
An exhibition of work by artist Paddy Critchley is about to go on display at the Laois Arthouse in Stradbally.
The exhibition, entitled 'Staidéar Neamhbheo/Still...