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WATCH: We took on the Ploughing and asked punters a very important question
The National Ploughing Championships got underway in Ratheniska yesterday in some glorious sunshine.
The craic was mighty as 91,500 patrons from all over the country...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
George Doyle
Rath, Ballybrittas, Laois / Killeshin, Laois
Formerly of Ardenteggle, Killeshin, County Laois. Passed away on...
Age Friendly Laois launches ‘Reframing Aging’ campaign for Positive Ageing Week
Positive Ageing Week 2022 runs from September 25 to October 1 and celebrates ageing and the contribution and agency of older people.
The theme of...
Our penultimate Senior hurling Team of the Week as finalists confirmed
There was plenty of action in O’Moore Park on Sunday as the Laois Senior hurling championship semi finals took place.
Two very interesting affairs unfolded...
Laois parents continue campaign for school transport service as further meeting planned
Parents from Emo, Vicarstown and the Rock held a public meeting and met with local representatives recently in relation to ongoing and persistent school...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Pamela Conneely (née O'Sullivan)
Clonee, Meath / Portarlington, Laois
Conneely (née O’Sullivan) (Dunboyne, Co. Meath and formerly Portarlington,...
Talking Sport Podcast: Junior A winners crowned while Premier Intermediate and Intermediate finalists confirmed
It was a big weekend in the second, third and fourth tier of hurling in Laois with games across the county.
The Junior A title...
Business Briefing: Meet a Laois visual artist, latest business news and supports
Laois Chamber CEO, Caroline Hofman, caught up with Laois Chamber member Aileen Donovan, a visual artist based in the county.
Tell us a bit about yourself...
In Pictures: Laois ploughing host World Ploughing at Stradbally Hall
People from all over the world descended upon Stradbally once again as Laois Ploughing hosted members of the World Ploughing association.
Stradbally Hall is no...
Talking Sport Podcast: A look back at the Laois Senior hurling semi finals
There was nowhere to hide in O'Moore Park on Sunday as the Laois Senior hurling championship semi finals took place.
Two very interesting affairs unfolded...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, September 19, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael (Mick) O'Shea
St.Brigids and Dr.Murphy Place, Portlaoise, Laois
Michael (Mick) O'Shea (affectionately known as 'The Monk')....
Mixed weekend for Laois teams as CCFL season prepares to get into full swing
It was a tough day all round for Laois soccer on Sunday. Both Abbeyleix Athletic and Mountmellick United A were knocked out of the...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, September 18, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Mary Dunne
Coole, Kilbricken, Mountrath, Laois/Castletown, Laois
Mary Dunne, Coole, Kilbricken, Mountrath, Co. Laois. September 16th. 2022...
Clonaslee St Manman’s topple Camross in hard-hitting affair to book PIHC final spot
Clonaslee St Manman's 0-15 Camross 0-12
Laois Premier IHC Semi-Final
Clonaslee St Manman's have enjoyed a marvellous season in both codes, football and hurling, this year.
After...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, September 17, 2022
Michael Brophy
Kylebrook, Portlaoise, Laois
Brophy, Michael, Kylebrook, Portlaoise, 15th September 2022. Peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. Predeceased by his father John. Dearly...
Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise is encouraging patients to know, check and ask about their...
Staff at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise have been raising awareness about medication safety to mark World Patient Safety Day which takes place tomorrow, Saturday,...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College hold concert to officially open school’s new outdoor canopy
They really know how to do things in style in Portlaoise College.
To celebrate the start of the academic year and to officially open the...
Talking Sport Podcast: Arien Delaney joins us to preview the Laois senior hurling semi-finals
It’s senior hurling semi-final weekend - and to look ahead to the two games on Sunday, we’re joined by former Camross manager Arien Delaney.
He...
Talking Sport Podcast: Who will win the Junior A? Plus Intermediate and Premier Intermediate...
It is full steam ahead on the hurling front this weekend with a series of huge games across the top four grades.
This Podcast will...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, September 16, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Michael Brophy
Kylebrook, Portlaoise, Laois
Brophy, Michael, Kylebrook, Portlaoise, 15th September 2022. Peacefully at home surrounded by...
Portlaoise Institute now offering new Pre-Paramedics course
The coming academic year will see some changes for staff and students at Portlaoise Institute.
The development of the range of courses offered by...
Sadness as retired Garda who was a decorated Laois footballer passes away
There is deep sadness in Laois today following the passing of a retired Garda who was also a talented footballer.
Leo Brennan, originally from Wolfhill...
SOLAS – Good weather, car boot sale and national radio coverage
Last Saturday morning saw SOLAS Eco Garden Centre in Portarlington feature on RTE Radio 1’s ‘Countrywide’ programme.
The topic was the steps that SOLAS are...
Large crowd expected for the colour run at the Portlaoise Plaza in aid of...
A large crowd is expected at the Portlaoise Plaza in on Sunday, October 9, for a charity run in aid of Portlaoise Rugby.
The run...
‘It’s going to be hugely difficult’ – Laois ace Nerney looks ahead as side...
Laois ace Mo Nerney says this year brought the O’Moore County together and they feel like a family as they prepare to take on...
In Pictures: Great turnout for Laois Hurlers Captain’s Prize in The Heath
The picturesque Heath Golf Club was a hive of activity, on Saturday last, as it played host to the Laois Hurlers Captains Prize.
The Captain...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, September 15, 2022
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sheila Allchin (née Bergin)
Late of, Castletown, Laois
Sheila Allchin (nee Bergin), Slough, England and late of...
Tribute paid as well-known Laois teacher and vice-principal brings 40 year career to an...
Tributes have been paid and well-wishes made to a well-known Laois teacher following their recent retirement.
August 31 was a bitter sweet day for St...
Plans for expansion made as one Laois business successfully purchases another
A Laois order fulfilment company has been acquired by a fellow-Laois company, in a move which will see it expanding, offering greater choice, efficiency...
Double delight for Laois as county stars collect Golden Glove and Golden Boot awards
Laois are celebrating on the double today as county stars Eimear Barry and Mo Nerney collected their 2022 ZuCar Golden Glove and Golden Boot...