LaoisToday Reporter
Local Election Podcast: 10 minutes with Bryan Corrigan (Labour) – Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
There was no Labour candidate in the Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District in 2019 - so in Bryan Corrigan, the party are represented once again on...
Local Election Podcast: 10 minutes with Brian Phelan (Fianna Fáil) – Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
Brian Phelan is a first-time candidate from Rathdowney, running for Fianna Fáil in the Borris-in-Ossory Municipal District.
An auctioneer, he discusses the challenges and opportunities...
Local Election Podcast: 10 minutes with Helen Campion (Sinn Féin) – Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
Helen Campion from Rathdowney is seeking to win a seat on Laois County Council in the Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District.
A first time candidate, she chats...
Local Election Podcast: 10 minutes with Conor Bergin (Fine Gael) – Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
At 25, Fine Gael's Conor Bergin was one of the youngest elected councillors in the country in 2019.
From Borris-in-Ossory, he is looking for a...
Local Election Podcast: 10 minutes with Kevin Drennan (Independent) – Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick
From the Camross/Coolrain area, Kevin Drennan is running as an Independent in this year's Local Elections in the Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District.
Hugely passionate about farming...
In Pictures: Mountrath Community School TY’s enjoy unforgettable trip to Italy
Transition Year students in Mountrath Community School enjoyed a trip to Italy to wrap up the year.
They were afforded the opportunity to see many...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, May 28, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Melissa Peacock
Blackhill, Abbeyleix, Laois
Melissa is survived by her loving children Ian, Abbie and Lee, her...
Join the Adventure at the Timahoe Heritage Festival: A Fun-Filled Family Event on June...
The highly anticipated Timahoe Heritage Festival is set to return on June 1st and 2nd, 2024, promising an action-packed weekend filled with history, culture,...
Talking Sport Podcast: Glory, Glory Man Utd, hurlers in Mullingar, a farce in Waterford...
It was yet another busy weekend of sporting action and our latest Talking Sport Podcast looks back on it all.
Barry McEvoy was in Mullingar...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, May 27, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Paddy Scully
Rathfredagh, Cheshire Home, Newcastle West, Limerick / Roscrea, Tipperary / Camross, Laois
And Derragooney, Knock,...
The week that was – our most read stories of the week
1 - Weekend Read: ‘Salud’ says Stapo Brown as Lanzarote bar venture shines
“It’s a home away from home,” says Liam ‘Stapo’ Brown of his...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, May 26, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Gordon Long
Leixlip, Kildare / Mountmellick, Laois
Long, Gordon (Thomas) Leixlip, Co. Kildare and formerly of Mountmellick, Co....
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...