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LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action as three Laois teams face championship action
It is an extremely busy Saturday on the GAA front with games involving three Laois teams down for decision.
It all gets underway at 1pm...
Election Diary: Playgrounds, local enhancement funding, and healthcare funding
An increase in funding is needed to deliver additional playgrounds, Fine Gael Cllr Thomasina Connell has said.
Cllr Connell is calling for more funding from...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 25, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Robert Orr
Baunmor, Ballinakill, Laois, R32YV88 / Ballacolla, Laois
Robert is formerly from St.Fergal’s Park, Ballacolla,Co.Laois.
He died...
ACFL Division 4: Last minute goals secure wins for Portlaoise and Rosenallis
Portlaoise 3-9 Graiguecullen 0-15
ACFL Division 4 Round 6
A last-minute goal from Colin Finn helped Portlaoise maintain their 100% record in the Laois Shopping Centre...
In Pictures: Clonaslee College shines at annual awards and graduation ceremony
On Monday, Clonaslee College hosted a memorable awards and graduation ceremony, marking the achievements of its students with a celebration of talent, dedication, and...
Talking Sport Podcast: Hurlers set for Mullingar, camogie in Mountrath and Minors in Lemybrien
We're heading for the final weekend in May and the GAA action continues at great pace.
Most of it this weekend is concentrated on Saturday...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 24, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Robert Orr
Baunmor, Ballinakill, Laois, R32YV88 / Ballacolla, Laois
Robert is formerly from St.Fergal’s Park, Ballacolla,Co.Laois.
He died...
Clonenagh National School to host Summer Fete in June
If you’re looking for a fun day out for all the family, why not head along to Clonenagh National School on Sunday, June 9.
The...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, May 23, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Robert Orr
Baunmor, Ballinakill, Laois, R32YV88 / Ballacolla, Laois
Robert is formerly from St.Fergal's Park, Ballacolla,Co.Laois.
He died...
Love Laois Podcast: Meet the man representing Laois at the National Enterprise Awards
In the latest episode of the LaoisToday LoveLaois Podcast, we hear from Stephen Dowling, owner of Dunmasc Genetics.
Stephen will be representing Laois at the...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maria Quinn
Camira, Mountmellick, Laois
Suddenly, on the 18th May. Sadly missed by her loving parents Denis...
Talking Sport Podcast: Footballers eek past Wicklow, great win for minors and club league...
It was a hectic weekend on the GAA front and part two of our Talking Sport Podcast looks back at football.
Steven Miller is joined...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary Dunne
'Hillside', Clonad, Portlaoise, Laois
Peacefully at Naas General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased...
Sadness in Killeshin following the passing of ‘cherished’ member of the community
There is deep sadness in Killeshin following the passing of Declan McDermott - a 'cherished' member of the community.
Mr McDermott, who passed away on...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, May 20, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary Dunne
'Hillside', Clonad, Portlaoise, Laois
Peacefully at Naas General Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, May 19, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sean Connolly
Hollymount House Stud, Hollymount, Carlow, R93 E208/Laois
Sean Connolly of Hollymount House Stud, Hollymount, Carlow...
ACFL Division 1: 14-man St Joseph’s show their county champion class to remain unbeaten
Portarlington 1-13 St Joseph's 1-13
Laois Shopping Centre ACFL Division 1
Reigning Division 1 and county champions St Joseph's remain unbeaten as they go in defence...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action from Laois camogie in Leinster final and Joe...
It is a huge day of GAA and we will do our best to keep you updated on the action involving Laois teams.
The action...
The week that was – our most read stories of the last seven days
1 - Laois player scoops half a million euro in EuroMillions Plus Top Prize win
A player in Laois has woken up half a millon...
In Pictures: Laois Local Election candidate has posters destroyed and vile comments sprawled on...
For the third time in the last three days, a Laois Local Election candidate has reported that their posters have been tampered with.
This time,...
Point-to-Point on the double as Stradbally to host two meetings this weekend
There is point-to-point racing in Stradbally on both Saturday and Sunday this weekend on a busy couple of days for the picturesque Laois venue.
The...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 18, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sean Connolly
Hollymount House Stud, Hollymount, Carlow, R93 E208/Laois
Sean Connolly of Hollymount House Stud, Hollymount, Carlow...
ACFL Division 2: Emo secure place in winner’s section while O’Dempsey’s take a step...
Arles-Kileen 0-9 Emo 2-19
ACFL Division 2 Round 5
Emo will battle for a spot in Division 1 after they won their fifth straight game in...
Talking Sport Podcast: Walkover Wusses and a huge weekend for Laois county teams
It is a massive weekend on the GAA front and our Talking Sport Podcast is here to look ahead at the action.
But before that,...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 17, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sean Connolly
Hollymount House Stud, Hollymount, Carlow, R93 E208 / Laois
Sean Connolly of Hollymount House Stud,...
Rathdowney Golf Club set to host “Na hIománaithe” Golf Society
Cumann Lar-Iománaithe na hEireann stage their Captains Prize in Rathdowney Golf Club tomorrow, Friday May 16.
Founded in the early 70’s, the Society has gone...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, May 16, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Phelan
Clondalkin, Dublin / Ballyfin, Laois
Martin Phelan, Clondalkin, Dublin and Cavansheath, Ballyfin, Co. Laois, passed...
JOB VACANCY: Michael Kerry Transport Ltd seeking to hire truck driver
Michael Kerry Transport Ltd Portlaoise are currently seeking to hire a truck driver (rigid) on a temporary/part-time basis.
To Apply
To apply contact info@warehousing2000.com or phone 086...
Speech and Language Therapist to represent Laois at Blue Jean Country Queen Festival
The 2024 Blue Jean Country Queen Festival, organised by Meath Macra na Feirme, will take place in Athboy this coming June Bank Holiday Weekend...
HSE issue update following reports of ‘measles cases in maternity unit’ at Portlaoise Hospital
The HSE has released a statement following reports of measles cases at Portlaoise Hospital.
A patient in the hospital's maternity unit contacted LaoisToday and said...