LaoisToday Reporter
Laois successes at Better Farming Awards, held in Killenard’s Heritage Hotel
The inaugural FBD Better Farming Awards were recently held in the magnificent setting of the Heritage Hotel in Killenard, with significant Laois success on...
Minister announces over €17,000 for sustainable development projects in Laois schools
Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has announced the delivery of €17,721 in funding for sustainable development projects in Laois schools.
Four schools in the...
Three Laois students receive top awards at Carlow College Graduation
Three Laois students were recognised for student contribution and academic excellence at the recent Carlow College, St. Patrick’s Conferring Ceremony for 2022.
Karen Wills from...
‘Unofficial partying and socialising that has happened in the past is not acceptable’
Laois GAA Secretary Niall Handy has called on the Laois senior hurlers to realise the responsibility that is attached to being an inter-county player.
Writing...
Laois GAA clubs trying to influence who referees their games ‘an area of concern’
Laois GAA secretary Niall Handy says that the increasing trend of clubs trying to influence who does or does not referee their games is...
LaoisToday QuizCast: Quarter-Final – Barry McEvoy v Murt Norton
The penultimate quarter-final in the LaoisToday QuizCast sees Barry McEvoy do battle with Murt Norton.
Barry eased into this round, much to the chagrin of...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, December 2, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Muiris Poole
Capard, Rosenallis, Laois
Muiris Poole, Capard, Rosenallis, Co. Laois died 30th of November unexpectedly at...
Christmas at SOLAS: Night Markets, Daytime Grotto, and All-Day Christmas Sales
As we dive deeper into the festive season, SOLAS is your ultimate Christmas destination.
With twinkling lights, the scent of fresh evergreens, and the joy of Santa's...
Director of Portlaoise Montessori School named Business All-Star Laois Entrepreneur of the Year
Sonya Duggan, the Director of Kilminchy School House, has been honoured as the Business All-Star Laois Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 by the All-Ireland...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 1, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen Malone (née Kearney)
Rosecourt, Portarlington, Laois / Ballybrittas, Laois
Formerly of Ballybrittas, County Laois. Suddenly, at...
LaoisToday QuizCast: Quarter-final – Brian Hogan v Pauric Ramsbottom
The second quarter-final in the LaoisToday QuizCast sees Courtwood's Brian Hogan take on Timahoe's Pauric Ramsbottom.
Brian made short work of Darren Bracken in the...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, November 30, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Kathleen Malone (née Kearney)
Rosecourt, Portarlington, Laois / Ballybrittas, Laois
Formerly of Ballybrittas, County Laois. Suddenly, at...
Camross lead the way with 13 nominations for our senior hurling Team of the...
Camross have 13 players nominated for the 2023 LaoisToday senior hurling Team of the Year.
They are rewarded for winning the championship and ending Clough-Ballacolla's...
In Pictures: Huge crowd at Laois Masters, Junior and Juvenile Development Cross Country
The picturesque setting of Emo Court was the venue for the Laois Masters, Junior and Development Races on Sunday.
Despite the consistent rain in recent...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Sonya Brannigan Campion
Rushin, Mountrath, Laois / Clare
Sonya Brannigan Campion, Rushin, Mountrath, Co. Laois, and formerly...
Man named locally after tragic incident in Mountmellick on Monday evening
There is deep sadness around the town of Mountmellick after a fatal traffic incident occurred yesterday.
The incident occurred when a pedestrian was hit by...
LaoisToday QuizCast: Quarter-final – Eimear Barry v Jack Scully
The first quarter-final in the LaoisToday QuizCast sees Jack Scully of Portlaoise Panthers fame go up against Laois ladies football goalkeeper Eimear Barry.
Jack was...
WATCH: Talking Sport Podcast with a selection of Laois GAA award winners
The social highlight of the Laois GAA calendar took place on Friday night last in the Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise with the annual...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Regina (Gina) Smith
6 Esker Gate, Mountmellick, Laois
Regina (Gina) Smith 6 Esker Gate Mountmellick died unexpectedly...
Teen Spirit disco coming to Coppers in Portlaoise this Friday, December 1, for 1st...
Calling all 1st Years and 2nd Years!
The very popular Teen Spirit disco is coming to Coppers Nightclub in Portlaoise this Friday, December 1.
Doors opening...
Man (70s) killed in road traffic accident in Mountmellick
A man in his 70s has been killed in a road traffic accident in Mountmellick this evening.
The incident occurred when a pedestrian was hit...
Phelan and Cuddy to the fore as Mountrath claim Leinster Junior hurling glory against...
Mountrath CS 2-8 St Mary's CBS Enniscorthy 0-9
Leinster College's Junior 'A1' Hurling Championship Final
Mountrath Community School have been crowned Leinster Junior A1 hurling champions...
Laois Partnership Company acknowledges vital volunteers during Charity Trustee Week 2023
At its recent Annual General Meeting, Laois Partnership Company paid tribute to several long-standing trustees who stepped down from the Board.
These trustees have made...
Sadness following the passing of great ‘Town Character’ Tom Scully
There is sadness in Portlaoise and in GAA plus rugby circles following the passing of Tom Scully.
Mr Scully, aged 82, passed away suddenly on...
Lucky Laois Lotto player scoops more than €250,000 in Saturday night draw
A Lotto player in Portlaoise had a weekend to remember after they matched five numbers and the bonus ball in Saturday night’s main Lotto...
Talking Sport Podcast: U-20 glory for Ballyroan-Abbey, Noel Delaney, Padraig Rafter and U-20 ‘B’...
The penultimate Laois GAA final of the 2023 season took place in O'Moore Park on Sunday.
Ballyroan-Abbey completed a three in a row of U-20...
In Pictures: Seismic Activity in Portlaoise College as students commemorate Geography Week
First-year students at Portlaoise College commemorated Geography Week recently, showcasing their work in the subject.
From first year onwards, students are encouraged to study geography...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, November 27, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
James Kevin Kelly
Jarrow House, Hollypark, Crettyard, Laois
Kevin passed away peacefully at St Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny....
Laois represented at European Parliament of Enterprises in Brussels
CEO of Laois Chamber Alliance, Caroline Hofman, recently travelled to Brussels to represent Laois at the European Parliament of Enterprises in Brussels, as part...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, November 26, 2023
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Regina (Gina) Smith
6 Esker Gate, Mountmellick, Laois
Regina (Gina) Smith 6 Esker Gate Mountmellick died unexpectedly...