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.
BREAKING: Portlaoise boxer Doheny retains World Title in New York
Portlaoise boxer TJ Doheny has done it.
The Knockmay man has held onto his Junior Featherweight world title by defeating Ryohei Takahashi in the Madison...
BREAKING: New Laois hurling captain and vice-captain for 2019 announced
The new Laois senior hurling captain and vice-captain for the 2019 season have been announced.
Rathdowney-Errill's Paddy Purcell has been chosen as the man to...
Water ponding problem highlighted in Portlaoise estate
The problem of water ponding in Parnell Crescent, Knockmay, was highlighted at the most recent Portlaoise municipal district meeting.
'Water ponding' is caused by lack...
Laois Ladies presentation night ready to celebrate Leinster winning teams
Laois Ladies from the ages of U14 up to intermediate are ready to celebrate the fruits of this year's labour in O'Loughlins Hotel on...
Laois players featured in four different Fitzgibbon Cup sides
As the Fitzgibbon Cup is set to begin this weekend, we have put together a list of Laois players set to be involved in...
Two Laois rugby stars named on Ireland Women’s Six Nations squad
Two rugby players from Laois have been officially named on the Ireland Women's Six Nations squad.
Long-serving Irish international Alison Miller is joined by a...
Pupils praised over their political knowledge and activism by local councillors
Sixth class pupils from the Rock NS were praised for their political activism in yesterday's meeting of the Portlaoise municipal district.
Pupils from Mr Fennelly's...
Laois house prices expected to rise by six percent in 2019
The price of the average three-bed semi in County Laois is expected to rise by six percent in the next 12 months.
This is according...
Third Fine Gael nomination hopeful in Graiguecullen/Portarlington named
Another new name has come up to contest the Fine Gael Local Election nomination in Graiguecullen/Portarlington for this year.
Aisling Moran, who lives near Ballylinan, has...
In Pictures: Laois team successfully host Australian LFGA side
Huge excitement and anticipation took over St Brigid's Ladies Gaelic Football Club as the hosted an Australian LGFA team on January 6 and 7.
St...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Sarah Browne (née Rowney)
Old Road, Doonane, Crettyard, Laois/Clonaslee, Laois
Reposing at Rigney's Funeral...
Heated discussion surrounding anti-social behaviour in Portlaoise at night
Barriers along the taxi rank at the Top Square in Portlaoise have been proposed to try bring a stop to anti-social behaviour after nights...
Catch the finale before curtain comes down on ‘Townscape’ exhibition
After a whirlwind nine-month tour, the Laois Arthouse will present the finale of the ‘Townscape’ exhibition from January 15 to February 22.
Mary Burke's exhibition...
Remarkable Alex not letting autism or loss of vision stop him from achieving anything
One Laois family have gone to great lengths to show that impossible certainly is nothing.
Alex Percy, who is autistic and legally blind, graduated from...
Laois Ladies league fixtures announced for 2019
The national division two league fixtures for ladies football have been announced.
Laois's campaign begins at home against Armagh on Sunday, February 3.
This will be...
Ballyfin GAA set for hugely popular Demense grounds annual walk
Ballyfin GAA are set to host their immensely popular annual run/walk around the grounds of the Ballyfin Demesne on Sunday, January 20 at 11.30am.
This...
Michelin Chef to open new restaurant locally
A Michelin accredited chef is setting up business locally.
Keith Boyle is opening a new restaurant in Castlecomer this Spring.
The Lady Anne restaurant is located...
Portlaoise Panthers coach shares his elation at being in U-20 Women’s Nation Cup final
'Phenomenal', 'amazing', 'unbelievable'.
These were just some of the words used by Portlaoise Panthers U20 Women's coach Jack Dooley to describe being in a National...
Property Watch: Five most expensive properties in Portlaoise at the moment
For our second Property Watch of 2019, we are taking a look at the most expensive properties in county town of Portlaoise.
Among the properties...
Numbers playing camogie in Laois on the rise as over 1,480 registered in 2018
Ten percent more players have registered to play camogie for Laois clubs in 2018 compared to 2017.
Approximately 1,486 players were registered across the 10...
Registration for the Tour de Picnic is now open
Great news for all those who didn't manage to get their hands on an Electric Picnic ticket this year.
Tour de Picnic is back and...
Laois GAA moving offices to Centre of Excellence
Laois GAA are currently in the middle of moving from Parkside to their new offices in the LOETB Centre of Excellence.
They are due to move...
Deaths in Laois – Sunday, January 13, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Maura Horan
Strahard, Mountmellick, Laois
Maura Horan Strahard, Mountmellick, Co.Laois. Died Peacefully January 12th...
Conroy’s Republic of Ireland fall to strong German side in U-16 friendly
Laois teenager Colin Conroy played 60 minutes for the Republic of Ireland as they lost 3-0 to a strong German side today.
Former Portlaoise AFC...
In Pictures: Almost 1,000 people turn out for Operation Transformation walks around Laois
Operation Transformation walks took Laois by storm today, Saturday January 12.
Nearly 1,000 participants attended the four events around the county, with Emo recording the...
Laois company wins out Leinster Interfirms competition
First Spirits Ireland 0-17 Mergon International 1-13
Interfirms Leinster Junior final
It took serious battle and grit in Park-Ratheniska today but First Spirits Ireland have won...
LIVE BLOG: Laois company hoping for Inter-firms hurling title
It's all systems go in Park-Ratheniska this afternoon as First Ireland Spirits from Abbeyleix hope to claim Inter-firms hurling glory.
Going up against the Laois...
Powerful Panthers U20 women push through to National Cup final
Portlaoise Panthers 74 Liffey Celtics 66
Hula Hoops Under 20 Women
What an achievement for Portlaoise Panthers and this group of players.
This was a nail-biting, exhilarating game...
Property with Electric Picnic benefits for sale in Stradbally
An attractive property in Stradbally offers more than just an enclosed deck area for its future owner.
The apartment at 8 Vale View comes with...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, January 12, 2019
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Kathleen Dowling (née O Donovan)
Ballymaddock, Stradbally, Laois
Kathleen passed away peacefully at her...