Siun Lennon
Siún Lennon joined LaoisToday in a full-time capacity after studying Journalism and New Media in the University of Limerick. She hails from Rosenallis and her interests vary from news, sports and politics.
Rathdowney-Errill GAA set to host annual Golf Classic
Rathdowney-Errill GAA are set to host their annual Golf Classic this weekend.
The picturesque surroundings of Rathdowney Golf Course will host the 2019 Golf Classic...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, May 22, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Martin Bergin
Church Road, Donaghmore, Laois
Martin Bergin, Church Road, Donaghmore, Portlaoise, Co. Laois,...
In Pictures: All-Ireland Laois minor camogie winners tour the county
There was huge excitement in schools across Laois as the All-Ireland winning minor camogie team visited their old alma maters on Friday, May 17.
Among...
Design team wanted for Kolbe Special School
Requests for Tender for Design Team Consultants for Kolbe Special School has been issued on eTenders this morning.
The closing date is Monday June 17,...
Gardaí appealing to find owners of recently seized power tools and equipment in Laois
Do you recognise any of these items?
Gardaí in Portlaoise are endeavouring to identfy the owners of these items which they recenty seized.
Gardaí believe that...
Laois to receive €151,070 funding across 12 clubs for sports capital projects
Sports clubs and organisations across Laois are set to receive €151,070 for 12 local projects.
Portlaoise Gymnastics Club received the largest portion of funding, with €39,272...
Get ready to party like it’s the 80s and Ibiza this Bank Holiday weekend
Summer is most definitely here and what better way to celebrate it than with a night filled with '80s tunes and Ibiza bangers this...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, May 20, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Eileen Kirwan (née Connolly)
Killimy, Emo, Laois
Peacefully in the loving care of the...
Portlaoise and Timahoe share the spoils and all of this weekend’s LGFA results
It was an extremely busy weekend across the three championship grades of Laois ladies club football.
In division one, Sarsfields had a comprehensive win over...
WATCH: 10 Questions with Alison Taylor (Portlaoise)
Saturday 18 and Sunday May 19 marks a huge weekend for the Laois LGFA as 12 teams are out in action across the senior,...
WATCH: 10 Questions with Sarah Quigley (Timahoe)
This weekend sees the beginning of the Laois LGFA senior championship take place, with four teams out in action.
St Brigid’s take on county champions...
Good Week, Bad Week: Television appearances, All-Ireland debating and the Mountmellick road
As part of our now well-established running series, we bring you this week’s ‘Good Week/Bad Week’.
To see who has had a good or bad week,...
Living with a county councillor – we speak to three families involved in this...
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As part of our coverage coming up to the Local Elections on Friday May 24,...
Meredith’s goal proves the turning point as O’Dempseys see off Portarlington and all of...
There were eight teams out in action in division 1A tonight with O'Dempseys, Portlaoise, St Joseph's and Griaguecullen.
See below for a report on the...
Laois senior camogie lose out on Leinster final place to Offaly
Laois 3-9 Offaly 3-15
Leinster senior semi-final
Despite losing a Leinster semi-final today, Donal Franks' Laois side can take a number of positives from today's clash...
In Pictures: Conservation project starts at Kilteale Church
A project to save the arch at the Kilteale Medieval Church near the Rock of Dunamase has started.
Fears for the survival of the medieval...
Your guide to Laois’s Round 2 Joe McDonagh Cup clash v Antrim
Laois take on Antrim in Round 2 of the Joe McDonagh Cup in O'Moore Park at 3pm today, Saturday May 18.
Both sides come into...
Laois camogie manager Franks speaks ahead of Leinster senior semi-final
This weekend sees the Laois adult camogie take a clasp at the senior Leinster championship as they go up against Offaly in the semi-final.
Ahead...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, May 18, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Alice Parnell (née O'Brien)
Old Knockmay Rd, Portlaoise, Laois
Parnell (nee O'Brien) “Avondale”, Old...
In Pictures: Knockbeg College celebrate array of sporting achievements this past school year
Knockbeg College held a special awards ceremony on Tuesday last to recognise the achievements of some of our sports teams this year.
Chairman of Leinster...
WATCH: 10 Questions with Aine Moore (Sarsfields)
Saturday 18 and Sunday May 19 marks a huge weekend for the Laois LGFA as 12 teams are out in action across the senior,...
Women in Sport: All-Ireland club camogie winner and Laois stalwart Louise Mahony
Brought to you in association with The Heritage Hotel and Spa
News has broke that Louise Mahony has joined her sister Elaine in retiring from...
Brennan turns attention to Round 2 of Joe McDonagh Cup as Antrim test beckons
Laois senior hurling manager Eddie Brennan has his sights firmly set on collecting a second Joe McDonagh Cup win this Saturday when Antrim come...
WATCH: 10 Questions with Kate Conroy (Clonaslee St Manman’s)
Saturday 18 and Sunday May 19 marks a huge weekend for the Laois LGFA as 12 teams are out in action across the senior,...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, May 17, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Alice Parnell (née O'Brien)
Old Knockmay Rd, Portlaoise, Laois
Parnell (nee O'Brien) “Avondale”, Old...
Laois senior hurling team named for clash with Antrim this weekend
The Laois senior hurling team facing Antrim in round two of the Joe McDonagh Cup has been announced.
According to the starting team given, there...
Case made to bring a third level college to Portlaoise
The case has been made to a bring a third level college to Portlaoise.
It was highlighted that this would bring educational opportunities and employment...
Huge weekend ahead for Laois LGFA adult club championships
Saturday 18 and Sunday May 19 marks a huge weekend for the Laois LGFA as 12 teams are out in action across the senior,...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, May 16, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Angela Cussen (née Kenny)
Donaghmede, Dublin / Laois
Cussen Angela (nee Kenny) (Donaghmede and...
In Pictures: Laois’s success at the Leinster U14 camogie development blitz
Laois camogie had great success at the Leinster U14 Development Blitz in Rathleague, with two teams being entered for the occasion.
Laois Blue competed in...