LaoisToday Reporter
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...
Laois Partnership to officially launch new LEADER programme funding next week
Laois Partnership Company will officially launch their new LEADER Programme for 2023-2027 next week.
The official launch event will take place on Wednesday, July 10,...
LOETB and Teagasc team up to offer a range of new training services for...
Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) and Teagasc recently announced a new ground-breaking collaboration to deliver comprehensive training programmes and enhanced learner...
News in Brief: Comfort Chairs donated to Portlaoise Hospital and Narcolepsy waiting list now...
Two Comfort Chairs donated to Portlaoise Hospital's Palliative Care Rooms
The Friends of Portlaoise Hospital have donated of two Comfort Chairs to the Sieve Bloom...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, July 4, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Joseph Meehan
Portarlington, Laois/Dublin
Formerly of Dublin. Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St...
In Pictures: Phenomenal achievement as rural Laois primary school receive four national awards
A rural Laois primary school has been the recent recipient of a staggering four national awards
Scoil Fionntáin Naofa Shanahoe have been awarded a Green...
Woodenbridge Paddlers fundraising journey to support new Centre for Autism in Rathdowney
The Woodenbridge Paddlers group are set to embark on an ambitious journey with funds raised going to a very worthy cause.
On a fine Sunday...
Folly Festival 2024 not just about the music as foodie line-up is announced
The Folly Festival 2024, in association with Electric Picnic, takes place this weekend at the beautiful intimate venue of Nancy’s Yard, beneath the towering...
Success continues for Laois athlete who won her 21st national title
Laois athlete Saragh Buggy from St Abban's Athletics Club, claimed a phenomenal 21st National Title over the weekend in Dublin.
Huge crowds descended on Morton...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Joseph Meehan
Portarlington, Laois/Dublin
Formerly of Dublin. Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St...
Gardaí seeking public assistance in tracing 35-year-old Charlene Loughrey, reported missing from Portlaoise
Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 35-year-old Charlene Loughrey who is reported missing from Portlaoise, since Sunday morning last,...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Joseph Meehan
Portarlington, Laois/Dublin
Formerly of Dublin. Peacefully in the loving care of the staff of St...
ACFL Division 3: Arles-Kilcruise earn narrow win over Kilcavan to send promotion battle to...
Arles-Kilcruise 2-8 Kilcavan 0-13
ACFL Division 3 Winners Section
Arles-Kilcruise picked up a vital win in their bid for promotion from the Laois Shopping Centre ACFL...
In Pictures: Embrace FARM hosts its Annual Remembrance Service for bereaved farm families
On Sunday, June 30, Embrace FARM held its Annual Ecumenical Remembrance Service, inviting farm families to remember loved ones lost within their community.
Over the...
Funeral takes place in Durrow of beloved community figure, Hughie Sheppard
There is great sadness in Durrow this week following the passing of a beloved figure in the community.
Hughie Sheppard, from Derry Road in the...
Debut Performance of new Laois Community Choir and Intergenerational Day in Portlaoise Parish Centre...
Age Friendly Laois have joined forces with LOETB Community Education, Music Generation Laois, Portlaoise Family Resource Centre and Youthwork Ireland Laois to deliver two...