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.
A guide to Christmas Mass and Service times around the county
A commonly asked question this time of year is, “What time is the Christmas Mass/Service on?”
To avoid confusion we’ve decided to publish a list...
In Pictures: Mountrath primary school get into the Christmas spirit
If you were in Mountrath on Wednesday last you might think you saw a little army of Christmas jumpers going through the town.
Indeed, both...
That was My Year – Laois camogie player of the year Mary Keating
2018 has been an exceptional year for O'Moores half-forward Mary Keating.
'Amazing Mary', as she is now commonly known as - put in a steadfast...
LIVE BLOG: Camross and The Harps face off again in U-21 hurling final
We're live for the last hurling final of the year in the LOETB Laois GAA Centre of Excellence when Camross and The Harps do...
Coverage of women’s sport has, ‘a whole hell of a long way to go,’...
Brought to you in association with Expert Laois
Coverage of women's soccer has, 'a whole hell of a long way to go,' according to the...
One of Ireland’s Fittest Families to lead Timahoe’s New Year’s Day walk
Those walking or running in the annual New Year's Day charity walk in Timahoe will be able to size themselves up against the McDonald...
WATCH: Laois woman directs new fashion series for RTÉ in home town
A Portlaoise woman has directed a new fashion series for RTÉ Player - with one of the episodes being filmed in her home county.
Aisling...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, December 21, 2018
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Maureen Cullinan (née Hanrahan)
Boleybeg Spink, Abbeyleix, Laois / Kilkee, Clare
Maureen died at...
Meditation class aims to raise vital funds for children living in poverty
Golden Egg Holistic's final Sound Meditation class of 2018 will be a Fundraiser for the Children of Yemen.
This class takes place on Friday, December...
Laois teenager becomes prestigious US Marine
An 18-year-old hailing from county Laois is graduating as a fully-fledged US Marine next week.
Jack Leavy was born and lived in Laois until he...
The McDonalds say they might go for Ireland’s Fittest Family again
Brought to you in association with Expert Laois
There is a probable chance that the McDonald family could re-enter Ireland's Fittest Family for 2019.
Martin McDonald...
In Pictures: Kolbe Special School puts on spectacular Winter Wonderland for children
Wow.
Thanks to the staff, parents and children at Kolbe Special School, they have managed to put on what has to be the most magical...
Laois native McEvoy to manage Derry hurlers for 2019
Laois native John McEvoy has taken charge of the Derry hurlers for 2019.
The Clough-Ballacolla man has plenty of managerial experience, and was even mentioned...
Water outage across Portlaoise set to last for most of today
A planned power outage is causing water supply disruptions to homes and businesses across Portlaoise and surrounding areas.
Works are taking place from 9am until...
People ‘abandoned’ by politicians as they are told to give up their job to...
Many Laois County councillors stated that they have told people to give up their jobs in order to be eligible for housing waiting lists.
People...
Irish star Alison Miller returns to rugby after drastic 10-month injury
What a great sight to see.
After a 10-month injury spell, Alison Miller returned to her Old Belvedere side at the weekend.
Despite losing 14-5 to...
Brennan insists mistakes in Carlow game not worth pulling hair out over but time...
Following Laois hurlers defeat to Carlow at the weekend, manager Eddie Brennan said that the result was disappointing but that there is plenty more...
Former Laois U-21 boss named new Stradbally manager
For the third year in a row, the Stradbally footballers will have a different manager in place.
Barney Maher decided to bring his second stint...
Gardaí issue handy tips on how to stay safe this Christmas
Over on the Garda Síochána Laois Offaly Facebook page, they have offered some easy - but often forgotten - tips on how to stay...
Camross march on to book place in U21 hurling final
Camross 1-14 Abbeyleix 0-2
Laois U-21 HC semi-final
No amount of wild December weather deterred Camross from shooting out the lights in the Centre of Excellence...
Ploughing Queen Anna May McHugh to star in new television documentary
Laois native and Managing Director of the National Ploughing Championships Anna May McHugh is being featured in a documentary showing an intimate insight into the...
Laois unsuccessful in bid to host the next Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann
Today it was announced that Laois will not host the next Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann in 2020.
Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann is a traditional music event...
Illegal dumping in Portlaoise housing estate deemed ‘a serious health and safety problem’
Illegal dumping in Lakeglen, Portlaoise, has been called 'a serious health risk' by one Laois county councillor.
Councillor Noel Tuohy made the statement as he tabled...
Camross stalwart named as Laois camogie volunteer of the year
A stalwart for Camross and Laois camogie has been named as Laois camogie volunteer of the year.
Laois camogie President and current county assistant secretary...
‘I just can’t understand why lads would not want to hurl for their county,’...
Speaking after Laois's lost to Carlow, manager Eddie Brennan was asked not only about the players on the field, but those not on it.
"It's...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, December 16, 2018
Below are the recent deaths in Laois.
Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Brigid Delaney
Killeen, Mountmellick, Laois
Brigid Delaney, Killeen, Mountmellick, Co Laois, died 15th December...
The McDonalds finish second in Ireland’s Fittest Family after gallant final performance
The McDonalds have finished in second place in the whole of Ireland's Fittest Family after gallant efforts in the final and strong performances throughout...
The Harps reach U-21 hurling decider after extra extra-time while further drama in U-21...
It was a dramatic day in both the U-21 football and hurling championships in Laois.
The Harps reached the U-21 hurling final following a titanic...
Carlow’s second half blows Laois out of the water
Carlow 2-23 Laois 1-18
Walsh Cup round 2
It was a disappointing day out for Laois in their second outing for the Walsh Cup.
Eddie Brennan's...
LIVE BLOG: Laois hurlers face Carlow in O’Moore Park
Eddie Brennan made a winning start to life as Laois hurling boss last week and will be hoping that continues this afternoon.
Laois defeated Offaly...