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.
Brennan: Players sent a ‘simple message’ with Offaly win on Saturday night
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On Saturday night, Laois hurlers managed to win their first game of this year's division 1B competition,...
Rosenallis turn to Kyle native for new hurling manager for 2019
Rosenallis GAA have sought out the managerial experience of Kyle native Dan Gilmartin for their senior 'A' hurlers for 2019.
Gilmartin first took charge of...
Goals the killer as Laois minor Ladies suffer opening championship defeat
Laois 3-13 Longford 7-5
2019 Leinster Ladies Minor 'B' Championship Round One
It was a game of mixed weather and mixed emotions as the Laois minor...
Winning Streak, a new bakery and remembering Malcolm Smyth – it’s all in our...
Another wide and varied week in the life of LaoisToday.
NEWS
Laois man appears on Ray D’Arcy Show
Laois man Joe Kelly appeared on the Ray...
Moment in Time: Honouring the late Bobby Kent at an 2011 Alzheimer’s event
The plight of the late well-known Abbeyleix man Bobby Kent was the catalyst for this Alzheimer Society of Ireland charity motor rally event in...
Property Watch: What €800 a month will get you renting around Laois
Kilminchy Court, Portlaoise, Co. Laois
€800 per month
Property overview: Furnished 1 Bedroom (1 double), 1 Bathroom
Available to Move In: Immediately
Lease: Minimum 1 Year
The property is...
Laois intermediate camogie manager Franks speaks ahead of this weekend’s league opener
Ahead of this weekend's league opener against Kilkenny, we spoke to recently appointed Laois camogie manager Donal Franks on training, expectations for the year...
10 Talking Points as Laois hurlers claim their first win of Division 1B
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The Laois senior hurlers got their first win in Division 1B of the National League against Offaly...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, February 17, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Maura Lawlor (née Bourke)
Foxcroft Street, Portarlington, Laois
Peacefully in the wonderful care of...
Laois woman wins €36,000 on Winning Streak
It was another incredible week for Laois people on Winning Streak as Mountmellick woman Jane Delaney won €36,000 on the national lottery show.
Originally from...
Hallelujah as Laois get first win of division 1B over neighbours Offaly
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Laois 3-17 Offaly 2-16
Allianz Hurling League Division 1B
The Laois senior hurlers can breathe a sigh of relief...
BREAKING: Fire broken out in Portlaoise
A fire has broken out in Portlaoise.
The fire broke out this evening in the Beechfield estate on the Mountmellick road.
It's believed the fire broke...
LIVE BLOG: Saturday night lights as Laois hurlers take on neighbours Offaly in Division...
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This is poised to be a serious clash.
After two defeats from two games for both Laois and...
In Pictures: Heywood athletes run up a storm at the Leinster championships
Heywood athletics is well and truly on the rise, shown in part by each of the 11 students qualifying for the Leinster Schools championships.
After...
Defence Force member accidentally discharged weapon in Laois petrol station
An investigation is underway after a member of the Defence Forces accidentally disacharged a firearm a petrol station in Portlaoise this week.
It's believed that...
Mental health role needs to be reinstated in the Midlands, says Laois County Councillor
A Laois County councillor has issued calls for the role of a creative workshop supervisor to be reinstated for young people in the Midlands at...
Laois camogie panel announced as they begin 2019 campaign this weekend
The Laois intermediate camogie panel has been announced for 2019.
Twenty-four players make up the squad, coming from five clubs across the county.
Camross, O'Moores, The...
Laois student fresh from representing Ireland in EU Parliament
Laois could be the home to one of Ireland's future world leaders and top debaters.
Heywood Community School student Muireann Brophy was one of those...
Your guide to Laois’s Round 3 Allianz Hurling League clash v Offaly
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Laois take on Offaly in Round 3 of their Allianz Hurling League Division 1B campaign this evening.
Here we...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, February 16, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kathleen Deane (née Kelly)
Reary Valley, Rosenallis, Laois
Kathleen Deane (Nee Kelly), Reary Valley,...
Laois mother all set to appear on Winning Streak
What is it with the amount of Laois people getting to appear on Winning Streak?
A Laois mum is set to appear on the National...
Laois Ladies minor footballers name captain and panel ahead of championship
Laois ladies intermediate footballers are taking a back seat this weekend with a break as the spotlight goes to the Laois minor ladies beginning...
Slieve Bloom mountain bike trail to benefit as part of €10 million cash injection
Over €10 million has been announced for a mountain biking scheme across seven counties, including the Slieve Blooms in Laois and Offaly.
This is part...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, February 15, 2019
FBelow are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
William Malone
Dublin Road, Portlaoise, Laois / Emo, Laois
Formerly Coolbanagher Emo County Laois....
Laois woman Sara helps bring Purcell Shield glory to IT Carlow
Last night IT Carlow's camogie team were helped in winning the Purcell Shield over the Garda College by Camross woman Sara Cuddy.
Sara, lining out...
Popular Laois man speaks about incredible weight loss journey
What an achievement this is.
Portlaoise man Mark Farrell has made an incredible weight loss of over two stone in six weeks. He went from...
A Valentine’s Day warning from the Gardaí on romance scammers
Romance Scammers steal Hearts, then Money.
This is a warning issued from Gardaí this morning - as they advise people to beware of Romance Scams.
"Victims...
Laois soccer goalkeeper Walshe speaks about life from Abbeyleix to Wexford Youths
Joseph Walshe is a promising young goalkeeper who has plied his trade with many a Laois side - and has recently signed with League...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, February 14, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Brendan Daly
Millbrook, Portlaoise, Laois
Beloved husband of Anne, and much loved father of...
LISTEN: Saturday night lights for Laois hurlers, footballers back to winning ways and a...
It's our fifth Podcast of 2019 and it's as jam-packed as ever.
Host Brian Moss is joined by Steven Miller and Siún Lennon where they...