LaoisToday Reporter
ACFL Division 4: Big wins for Graiguecullen and Portlaoise to book final place and...
Graiguecullen and Portlaoise were big winners over Annanough and Barrowhouse respectively this evening in the Laois Shopping Centre ACFL Division 4 semi-finals.
The result ensures...
ACFL Division 5: Stradbally see off Spink while late goals get The Heath past...
Stradbally 1-17 Spink 1-11
ACFL Division 5 Semi Final
A strong second half performance saw Stradbally get the better of Spink in Bill Delaney Park this...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, June 15, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Thomas Charles (Charlie) Phelan
Abbeyleix, Laois / Westmeath
Formerly of Rahugh, Co. Westmeath. Peacefully while travelling under...
Talking Sport Podcast: Laois hurlers v Wexford, Laois footballers v Kildare and club leagues
With the Local Elections now in the rear-view mirror, attention this weekend turns back to sport.
Steven Miller joins Alan Hartnett to look ahead to...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, June 14, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James (Jim) Whelehan
Coolnabacca, Timahoe, Laois, R32 H2F6 / Ballybrittas, Laois
Timahoe and formerly Closeland, Ballybrittas.
Jim Passed...
Shock at sudden passing of Jim Whelehan in Timahoe
There is widespread shock at the death of Jim Whelehan, a native of Killenard but a long-time resident of Timahoe where he has been...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 13, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
William Farrell
Bilboa, Carlow / Laois
William Farrell of Ardough, Bilboa, Carlow, passed away peacefully, on June...
JOB VACANCY: RSM seeking to hire Outsourcing Consultant – Qualified Accountant for Portlaoise office
RSM Ireland are seeking to hire an Outsourcing Consultant – Qualified Accountant for a hybrid role based in their Portlaoise office.
About RSM
As one of...
Picture Our Future: Exhibition showcasing Laois Climate Action at Portlaoise Library throughout June
Picture Our Future, a unique and engaging free exhibition, is set to run at Portlaoise Library throughout June, blending art and climate action communication...
JOB VACANCY: Martley’s seeking to hire weekend bus drivers
Martley's of Portlaoise are currently seeking to hire weekend bus drivers (coach or mini bus).
Must have D or D1 license.
To Apply
Email CV to careers@martleys.com...
Big-hearted Portarlington students donate Confirmation money to suffering children
A group of big-hearted Confirmation students in Portarlington have embraced the Christian spirit of the Sacrament of Confirmation by donating a portion of the...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Paul Joseph Kenna
Balladine, Abbeyleix, Laois
Suddenly at home. Deeply regretted by his loving Mum and Dad,...
JOB VACANCY: Fabricator/welder required for engineering business based in Portlaoise
Fabricator/Welder for engineering business based in Portlaoise.
MUST have experience.
Workshop and site work required.
The ability to work as part of a team and able to...
Election Podcast: Looking back on the battle in Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick have returned the same six candidates to Laois County Council in this year's Local Elections.
But there is still a lot to talk about....
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Rose Conroy (née McCormick)
Carrick Hill, Portlaoise, Laois
The death has occurred of Rose Conroy (née McCormick)...
Ready to invest in your business? Local Enterprise Office Laois are here to help
Local Enterprise Office Laois provides a range of financial supports designed to assist with the establishment and/or growth of enterprises (limited company, individuals/sole trader,...
Talking Sport Podcast: Laois hurlers and footballers plus Willie Maher, Shane Bolger and Justin...
While the Local Election count continues, there was a massive weekend of sport taking place also.
The Laois hurlers lost out to Offaly in the...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, June 10, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Walsh
141 Whitefields, Portarlington, Laois
Martin Walsh 141 Whitefields, Portarlington Co.Laois June 8th 2024. Predeceased by...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, June 9, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Walsh
141 Whitefields, Portarlington, Laois
Martin Walsh 141 Whitefields, Portarlington Co.Laois June 8th 2024. Predeceased by...
The week that was – our most read stories of the week
1 - Mary Wheatley Interview: Political life, ladies football and breaking the glass ceiling – a truly remarkable woman
We recently headed down to South...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, June 8, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Bosco Delaney
Rathgar, Dublin/Portlaoise, Laois
DELANEY, John Bosco (Rathgar, Dublin and formerly of Portlaoise) 5th June...
ACFL Division 4: Semi-final lineup confirmed as Annanough see off Barrowhouse
Annanough 1-14 Barrowhouse 0-8
ACFL Division 4
Aaron Foley helped himself to 1-6 as Annanough finished strongly to see off Barrowhouse in their Round 7 ACFL...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, June 7, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Barry Joseph Thomas
Portlaoise, Laois
Adored and missed beyond words by his wife Yvonne his children Camille,...
Election Podcast: What are tallies? How does PR work? What’s the quota? Local Elections...
We are one day out from voting in the 2024 Local and European Elections with excitement and anticipation building in equal measure.
So, Alan Hartnett...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, June 6, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Timmy Delaney
Ballybrophy Road, Borris-in-Ossory, Laois / Ballaghmore, Laois
Timmy Delaney, Ballybrophy Road, Borris in Ossory and...
Talking Sport Podcast: Shane Keegan update, Joe McDonagh final and New York, New York
The latest episode of the Talking Sport Podcast is here and it is certainly wide and varied.
Laois GAA's Shane Keegan joins us for what...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Carl Adams
Kilminchy, Portlaoise, Laois
Carl Christian John Adams passed away on May 30th 2024. Deeply mourned...
JOB VACANCIES: CJ Sheeran Ltd seeking to fill a number of roles in Mountrath...
CJ Sheeran Ltd, Ireland’s largest manufacturer and recycler of timber packaging and pallets, is currently seeking to fill a number of roles.
Production Operators
Production Operators...
Laois GAA Fixtures: Hurlers head for Croke Park while football showdown with New York...
It's another busy week of Laois GAA fixtures with the clash of the Laois and Offaly hurlers in Croke Park on Saturday in the...
Death occurs of highly-respected Portlaoise business man Joe Cunneen
The death has occurred of Joe Cunneen, the Portlaoise-based business man who established Centrepoint Carpets.
Originally from Cork, Mr Cunneen opened Centrepoint Carpets in February...