LaoisToday Reporter
Talking Sport Podcast: Leinster club, U-20, fixture congestion and tributes to two Laois greats
We may be into the first week of November but the GAA action continues at pace in Laois and our Talking Sport Podcast looks...
‘We’re sick now but we’re delighted overall for the year’ says Annanough boss as...
It wouldn't have taken much for Annanough to have sneaked through their Leinster Club JFC quarter-final in Stradbally on Saturday afternoon - but in...
The story behind the Dunamaise Arts Centre as it gears up for 25th anniversary...
Laois Chamber Alliance CEO, Caroline Hofman, recently caught up with Michelle de Forge, Director of Dunamaise Arts Centre in Portlaoise.
On our latest Business Briefing,...
Laois County Council launches Vacant Commercial Property Incentive Scheme in Mountrath
Laois County Council and Laois Chamber Alliance have collaborated with the Mountrath Town Team to launch the Vacant Commercial Property Incentive Scheme in Mountrath.
This...
All of this week’s Laois GAA fixtures as U-20 action continues and Laois hurling...
Leinster club hurling action and U-20 hurling finals are the main items on the agenda this week as the Laois GAA season continues at...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, November 6, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary B. Behan
Ballickmoyler, Carlow/Kildare Town, Kildare/Ballickmoyler, Laois
Mary B. Behan,Bishopsland, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare and formerly...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, November 5, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Jim Hughes
Garrykennedy, Portroe, Nenagh, Tipperary/Portlaoise, Laois
The death has occurred of Jim Hughes, Garrykennedy, Portroe, Nenagh,...
Portlaoise Musical Society move into sixth gear ahead of ‘spectacular’ 2023 show Made in...
Portlaoise Musical Society are delighted and excited to move into sixth gear as they look forward to the opening of their spectacular 2023 show Made...
Laois punk band, The Outcast Crew, release new live gig video
Laois based trad-punk band, The Outcast Crew have just released a playlist from a recent live gig performed at Kavanaghs Bar and Venue, Portlaoise.
The...
Exciting double market weekend at SOLAS, Bareroot Hedging in stock
Christmas is coming soon!
As Christmas draws near, SOLAS is bustling with activity, building on the success of a thrilling Halloween celebration.
With the weekly Farmers Market on...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, November 4, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary B. Behan
Ballickmoyler, Carlow/Kildare Town, Kildare/Ballickmoyler, Laois
Mary B. Behan,Bishopsland, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare and formerly...
‘Make your intention infection prevention’ – Portlaoise Hospital marks International Infection Prevention Week
International Infection Prevention Week takes place in October around the world to highlight how we can protect our health through reducing infection.
This year’s theme...
Laois man Ronan Dunne wins ‘Apprentice of the Year’ 2023 award
The National Apprenticeship Office has awarded Portarlington man, Ronan Dunne, Transport Operations and Commercial Driving apprentice - a top category award in the Generation...
Laois GAA fixtures this weekend as U-20 hurling semi-final pairings confirmed
The Laois GAA fixture list for this weekend has been confirmed following Thursday night's U-20 hurling championship action.
Abbeyleix's 5-10 to 0-6 win over Portlaoise...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, November 3, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Margaret (Peg) Brennan (née Cullen)
Springdale, Tullow Rd., Carlow Town, Carlow/Laois
Margaret (Peg) Brennan (née Cullen)of 17...
Mountrath Community School celebrate annual Fright Night event
First-year students of Mountrath Community School took to the corridors of their school to celebrate the annual ‘Fright Night’.
Organised by the Film Club, this...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, November 2, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Paul Kinsella
"Oakwood", Crossneen, Carlow/Laois
John Paul Kinsella of “Oakwood”, Crossneen, Carlow, Laois, passed away unexpectedly on...
Artist Aileen Donovan unveils painting of Dysart Enos old Church
A painting has been unveiled of the Dysart Enos old Church by artist Aileen Donovan at Park-Ratheniska GAA Club.
This project was funded by Creative...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John Paul Kinsella
"Oakwood", Crossneen, Carlow/Laois
John Paul Kinsella of “Oakwood”, Crossneen, Carlow, Laois, passed away unexpectedly on...
Laois rugby players return from Dubai as champions
Laois girls Eimear Corri and Leah Tarpey touched down at Dublin Airport as part of the victorious Ireland Women’s Rugby squad that captured the...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College Meitheal host end of term Halloween party
To round off the end of the first term at Portlaoise College, the new first-year students enjoyed a Halloween disco organised by the enthusiastic...
Laois dog claims title of ‘Puppy of the Year’ from over 1,600 entries
A Mountrath dog has beaten off competition from over 1,600 other adorable puppies to be crowned Puppy of the Year by Petmania in what is...
Talking Sport Podcast: Ranking the top 30 Laois club football teams after 2023 season
With the Laois club football season now complete, Steven and Alan are back to update the latest rankings.
There is a new No 1, a...
JOB VACANCY: Bracken’s Gala Portlaoise seeking to hire Deli Staff Member
Bracken's Gala, Stradbally Road, Portlaoise are seeking to hire a Deli Staff Member.
Bracken's Gala is a busy deli, shop and forecourt on the N80...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Colm Kelly
Sue Ryder Centre, Kilminchy Avenue, Portlaoise, Laois/Naas, Kildare
olm Kelly Sue Ryder Centre, Kilminchy Avenue, Portlaoise County Laois and...
Fantastic savings in Downey’s across exclusive 12 Days of Ford sales event
Downey's AutoStop Portlaoise are ready to get you motoring in 2024 with our 12 Days of Ford sales event. This is an exclusive Ford Options 12-day sales...
In Pictures: Serious effort for Abbeyleix fundraising Fancy Dress party
Talk about a serious effort!
Morrissey's of Abbeyleix hosted their annual Halloween Fancy Dress event on Sunday night - and those in attendance went above...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, October 30, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James (Jim) Bertie
Ballybrittas, Laois/Howth, Dublin
The death has occurred of James (Jim) Bertie, Ballybrittas, Co. Laois...
Portlaoise Institute offers Excellent range of Part-Time Modules for January
Portlaoise Institute is excited to announce the availability of 18 part-time modules starting in January 2024. These modules offer flexibility to learners who may...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, October 29, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Byrne
Ballickmoyler, Carlow / Ballickmoyler, Laois
Michael Byrne late of “The Forge”, Ballickmoyler and Brighton, England,...