LaoisToday Reporter
Sadness following passing of young Laois man who lost his life in New Zealand
There is deep sadness following the passing of a young Laois man who died in New Zealand after a brief illness.
David McDonald of Derrydavy,...
The Harps to the fore in LaoisToday Minor Hurling Team of the Year for...
With the new season already upon us, we in LaoisToday have reflected on 2023 and come up with our Minor Hurling Team of the...
Laois hurlers and footballers back in action this weekend in pre-season competitions
The Laois hurlers and footballers are both in action this weekend in their pre-season competitions.
Justin McNulty's Laois football team are first up when they...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, January 11, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
David McDonald
Derrydavy, Mountmellick, Laois
David McDonald Derrydavy, Mountmellick, Co. Laois, died peacefully surrounded by his loving...
Sadness in Emo at the death of JJ Treacy
There is sadness in Emo, The Heath and the wider communities this week at the death of JJ Treacy, a hugely respected man in...
Helicopter and emergency services called following crash involving car and trailer in Laois
Gardai are appealing for witnesses to a crash which happened yesterday to come forward to aid their investigation.
The incident happened on the R445 at...
Internationally renowned chef set to open restaurant and guesthouse outside Laois town
An internationally renowned chef has announced his intention to open a restaurant and a guesthouse on a site just outside of Abbeyleix.
Cúán Greene, a...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 10, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
David McDonald
Derrydavy, Mountmellick, Laois
David McDonald Derrydavy, Mountmellick, Co. Laois, died peacefully surrounded by his loving...
‘Farmers are the unsung heroes of climate action’ says new Laois IFA President Francie...
In his inauguration speech today at the 69th AGM of the Irish Farmers Association, IFA President Francie Gorman said Irish farmers are the unsung...
Talking Sport Podcast: Shane Keegan interview on a big year for Coaching and Games...
In the world of Coaching and Games, the off-season is often the peak season.
And so it is with Laois GAA, where there is an...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
JJ Treacy
Morette, Emo, Laois
Treacy, JJ - January 8th, 2024, peacefully, but unexpectedly at the Midlands...
Carlow College hosting CAO Choices Open Evening on January 24
Carlow College, St. Patrick’s, is holding an online CAO Choices Open Evening on Wednesday, January 24, for Leaving Cert & FE students, parents, teachers...
National Survey shows Laois house prices expected to rise 3% in 2024
The price of the average second-hand three-bed semi in County Laois is predicted to increase by 3% in 2024, according to a national survey...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 8, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael (Mick) Conroy
Castleknock, Dublin / Charleville, Cork / Rosenallis, Laois
Conroy, Michael (Mike) (Castleknock, Dublin 15, Charleville,...
From the Archives: In Pictures: Great craic as The Lost Messiahs perform in Hogan’s...
This was a mighty night in Coolrain in October 2022.
This was great craic in Coolrain over the October Bank Holiday weekend as a popular...
Weekend Read: The LaoisToday team make their sporting predictions for 2024
We are officially into the first weekend of 2024 and aside from the soccer leagues, there is no other local sport to speak of...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 7, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Ena O'Connell Deegan
Fisherstown, Ballybrittas, Laois
Formerly of Coolroe, Ballybrittas. Peacefully surrounded by her loving family at...
In Pictures: All smiles at Coláiste ĺosagáin Christmas Fun Fair
While variety shows and talent competitions are usually organised to mark the last day of term and the start of the holidays, Coláiste ĺosagáin...
Weekend Read: Six big local stories to watch out for in 2024
And so a new year stretches out in front of us.
As always there is plenty to look forward to on the local news scene.
It's...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 6, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Martin Mulhall
Shannon Road, Mountrath, Laois
Martin Mulhall, Shannon Road, Mountrath, Co. Laois. Died 3rd January 2024...
In Pictures: Some great images as Laois hurlers start 2024 with Walsh Cup win...
Laois made a winning start to the Walsh Cup as goals in either half saw them get the better of neighbours Offaly in the...
Sadness as former Laois school principal who later became a priest passes away
There is sadness in Laois and Carlow this week following the passing of Very Rev Brendan J Howard PE.
Fr Howard was well known in...
Talking Sport Podcast: Laois hurlers defeat Offaly, Willie Maher interview and what happens next
After the O'Byrne Cup began on Wednesday, it was the turn of the Laois senior hurlers last night.
Willie Maher's charges were up against Offaly...
Vicarstown parkrun and junior parkrun inviting new attendees for 2024
Vicarstown parkrun and junior parkrun, in conjunction with the local SVT Activity and Wellness Hub, is promoting its activities for the new year.
Twelve months...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, January 5, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Joseph (Joe) Delaney
Wolfhill, Athy, Kildare / Portlaoise, Laois
Joseph (Joe) Delaney, Crossard, Wolfhill, Athy, Co. Kildare...
JOB VACANCY: Greenfeet seeking to hire Lawn Care Operative/Groundsman
Greenfeet Lawncare are a Specialist Lawn Care Company established in 2008 we have a number of openings in the Laois/Kildare area for a Lawn...
Tullamore Couple launch GoFundMe appeal ‘Join Together For Joey’ to help save their son’s...
On August 14, 2021, Tommy and Natalie Conway (nee McCabe) from Tullamore welcomed their gorgeous baby boy, Joey.
Baby Joey became the little brother to...
In Pictures: Some great images as the Laois footballers begin 2024 in O’Byrne Cup
Life under Justin McNulty began for a second time for the Laois footballers in the O'Byrne Cup against Offaly.
Laois led for the best part...
Sadness as owner of well-known Laois business passes away
There is sadness in Laois, Meath and Tipperary this week following the passing of a well-known Laois business owner.
Richard Doyle, of Blackhall Little, Kilcloon,...
Huge crowd rings in 2024 at annual Ballacolla New Year’s Day Walk and Tractor...
Despite the atrocious weather conditions, a huge crowd turned out to ring in 2024 at the annual Ballacolla New Years Day Walk and Tractor...