LaoisToday Reporter
Double joy for Portlaoise CBS at Leinster Rugby Senior and Junior Development Cup and...
It was a remarkable day for rugby in Portlaoise CBS yesterday as they claimed two titles in Donneybrook.
Leinster Rugby held their Development Cup and...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 15, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Edward (Eddie) Dawson
Ballylehane, Wolfhill, Laois
Edward (Eddie) Dawson (Ballylehane, Wolfhill, Laois) passed away suddenly at his...
28 additional Laois Schools now eligible for Free Hot School Meals Programme
28 additional Laois schools that will now be eligible for the Hot School Meals programme from April 2024.
The announcement was made by Minister for...
CONFIRMED: Laois GAA clubs receive cash infusion as JP McManus donates €1 million to...
Limerick billionaire JP McManus has donated €1 million to every county in Ireland for the promotion of GAA.
Earlier today, Extra.ie reported the money is...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, December 14, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Alice (Patricia) Buckley (née Walsh)
Coolock, Dublin / Ballybrittas, Laois
Buckley Alice (Patricia) (nee Walsh) 6th December...
Merry Christmas from Everyone at SOLAS Eco Garden Centre
Solas Garden Centre stands not only as a sanctuary for green-thumbed enthusiasts but also as a vibrant hub of community spirit.
As we embrace the...
Laois student named winner in prestigious all-island poetry speaking competition – ‘Poetry Aloud’
Portlaoise College Students have been announced among the winners of this year’s Poetry Aloud competition, which challenges second-level students across the country to perform...
Two Laois rugby players included in Ireland underage squad
Two young Laois rugby players have been included in the Ireland U-18s schools squad ahead of next year's Six Nations.
Jack Deegan from Ballyadams and...
Previewing the men’s and women’s Laois Cross Country Championships
The final event of this season’s Laois Cross Country Championships will be staged this Sunday, December 17.
Barrowhouse is the venue for the two feature...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Alice (Patricia) Buckley (née Walsh)
Coolock, Dublin / Ballybrittas, Laois
Buckley Alice (Patricia) (nee Walsh) 6th December...
Rugby: Big away victories for Portlaoise Girls U-14s and Boys U-16 teams
Portlaoise RFC 27 Athy 10
Leinster U-14 Girls Rugby League Division 1
The Portlaoise U14 girls met their counterparts Athy in a top of the table...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Alice (Patricia) Buckley (née Walsh)
Coolock, Dublin / Ballybrittas, Laois
Buckley Alice (Patricia) (nee Walsh) 6th December...
LaoisToday QuizCast: Finale night in the Square Bar as champion crowned in thriller
The 2023 LaoisToday QuizCast came to a conclusion in the Square Bar in Portlaoise on Friday night when the four semi-finalists - Brian Hogan,...
Talking Sport Podcast: Looking ahead to the 60th anniversary of the Laois Cross Country...
The 60th running of the Laois Senior Cross Country Championships will take place on Sunday, December 17, in Barrowhouse.
It is a historic milestone for...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, December 11, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Frank Beere
Hammerstone, Straffan, Kildare/Ardclough, Kildare/Portlaoise, Laois
Beere, Frank, Hammerstone, Straffan and late of Celbridge and Ardclough,...
Special Christmas Offer! LaoisToday premium sports annual membership now available
LaoisToday's annual Christmas membership option for our premium sports content is now available.
For a limited time only you can subscribe for 12 months for...
Moment in Time: Ballyroan Christmas concert in 2008
As our thoughts are firmly fixed towards Christmas, our Moment in Time looks back to a festive event in Ballyroan.
In an era long before...
The Heath Ladies crown their winners as Sadie Ging named Golfer of the Year
The Heath Ladies held their end of season awards recently and Sadie Ging won the Golfer of the Year.
Sadie has been a long-standing member...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, December 10, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Frank Beere
Hammerstone, Straffan, Kildare/Ardclough, Kildare/Portlaoise, Laois
Beere, Frank, Hammerstone, Straffan and late of Celbridge and Ardclough,...
Moment in Time: 2009 talent show in Rathdowney will bring back great memories
Our moment in time has a festive theme as we look back to St Fergal’s College Talent Night 2009.
Photographer Alf Harvey was on hand...
Festive fashion and gifting at Fifty-Seven Boutique and Gift Emporium
The festive season is upon us and we all have to-do lists as long as our arms or we need something new and fresh...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, December 9, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Vincent (Vinnie) Cooney
14 Mary Street, Durrow, Laois
Vinne passed away, unexpectedly, at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise,...
Winner confirmed following first ever LaoisToday QuizCast live final
Brian Hogan has been confirmed as the first ever winner of the inaugural LaoisToday QuizCast competition.
He was crowned the champion after coming out the...
LaoisToday QuizCast: Our preview ahead of the finals night as Alan and Mark are...
Excitement is building as we are now just hours away from the live semi final and final of the inaugural LaoisToday QuizCast.
Murt Norton, Brian...
In Pictures: Laois primary school teacher launches brand new sports book
A new sports book has been launched by a Laois primary school teacher.
The launch was held on Wednesday, December 6, at Kavanagh’s of Main...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 8, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Vincent (Vinnie) Cooney
14 Mary Street, Durrow, Laois
Vinne passed away, unexpectedly, at Midlands Regional Hospital, Portlaoise,...
All roads lead to the Square Bar as inaugural QuizCast champion set to be...
After weeks of build up, the LaoisToday QuizCast will reach a finale tomorrow (Friday) evening in the Square Bar in Portlaoise.
The general sports knowledge...
Funeral details announced for John Delaney as local councillors pay tribute to ‘lovely young...
Funeral details have been announced for John Delaney, the young Laois man who died tragically this week while out for a run near his...
SOLAS Santa Grotto 2023: A Magical and Affordable Family Christmas Experience
SOLAS Eco Garden Centre, Portarlington Co Laois. R32 RPX8
The holiday season is upon us, and families are eagerly looking for ways to make this...
Six clubs represented on the LaoisToday Intermediate Football Team of the Year for 2023
Ballylinan's success in the 2023 Laois intermediate football championship sees them rewarded with seven positions on this year’s Team of the Year selection.
Having being...