LaoisToday Reporter
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...
Talking Sport Podcast: Laois lose out to Offaly, Justin McNulty interview and club manager...
After a two week break, the LaoisToday Talking Sport Podcast returns and this one is all about football.
The O'Byrne Cup began in Stradbally last...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, January 4, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Patrick (Paddy) Earley
Bracklone Street, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving wife...
Two babies born on New Year’s Day at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise
There was great joy on New Year's Day in Portlaoise Hospital as two babies were born in the very first hours of the new...
In Pictures: Successful running of St Abban’s AC’s annual St Stephen’s Day road race
The St Abban’s AC annual St Stephen’s Day Road race took place again this year, with over 50 athletes competing across two races on...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Patrick (Paddy) Earley
Bracklone Street, Portarlington, Laois
Suddenly at his residence. Deeply regretted by his loving wife...
JOB VACANCY: CJ Sheeran Ltd seeking to hire Group HR manager
CJ Sheeran Ltd, Ireland's largest manufacturer and recycler of timber packaging and pallets, is currently seeking to hire a Group HR Manager.
This is an...
Gardai renew appeal for missing Laois woman on the eve of 30th anniversary of...
Tomorrow, January 3, marks the 30th anniversary of the disappearance of 22-year-old Laois woman Imelda Keenan.
Imelda was last seen on Monday, January 3, 1994...
New signage unveiled for historic settlement of Aghaboe Abbey
After a long campaign, the historic Aghaboe Abbey has rang in the new year by welcoming new signage into the community.
The initiative really sparked...
SOLAS Eco Garden Centre: What’s in store for 2024 …
As we eagerly step into the new year, many of us are looking forward to what 2024 has in store for us.
For those who...
Camross to the fore in the 2023 LaoisToday Senior Hurling Team of the Year
What an exciting year it was in the top tier of hurling here in Laois, leaving us in LaoisToday the almost impossible task of...