Steven Miller
Steven Miller is owner and managing editor of LaoisToday.ie. Husband of Emily, father of William, Lillian and John, he's happiest when he's telling stories
Talking Politics: Kildare South, borders and the battle of Birr
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The 2020 General Election takes place this Saturday, February 8, in the 39...
Explained: Everything you need to know ahead of the General Election this Saturday, February...
There has been so much election coverage over the last couple of weeks that it’s easy to become overwhelmed by it all.
Here we attempt...
John Fitzpatrick appointed new Laois IFA chairman as Francie Gorman’s term comes to an...
There was a change at the top table at the Laois IFA AGM in the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel on Monday night as Francie Gorman's...
Senator among the challengers as five outgoing deputies hoping to hold in Carlow-Kilkenny
Down the road in Carlow-Kilkenny, it's a five-seat, two-county constituency just like it is here in Laois-Offaly.
They weren't separated four years ago as they...
Election Diary: Special Needs, Tax Cuts and fit for office?
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulletin from the campaign trail – from...
Farmers being treated like criminals, claims leading Laois IFA member at General Election debate
"I'm sickened at the minute - because between extreme veganist campaigns and talk about the environment, we farmers are being treated like criminals."
That was...
On the Canvass: ‘Challenging election’ as Flanagan sets to go to battle again
Saturday afternoon in Portlaoise. A week to election day.
It's pleasantly mild for January as Minister Charlie Flanagan parks in the Market Square in the...
Missing Laois man found safe and well
A Laois man who had been reported missing over the weekend has been found safe and well much to the relief of his friends...
Election Diary: Meet the Kildare South candidates, farmers, families and the battle for Portarlington
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulletin from the campaign trail – from...
Six Talking Points as Laois hurlers lose to Dublin
The Laois hurlers fell to their second league defeat when they were beaten by Dublin in Parnell Park on Sunday afternoon.
Having lost to Wexford...
Death occurs of Fr Jack Walsh, former parish priest of Emo-Rath
The death has occurred of Fr Jack Walsh, the former parish priest of Emo-Rath. He was aged in his early 90s.
From Kildare originally, Fr...
Laois footballers record impressive league win over Armagh
Laois 0-16 Armagh 0-9
Allianz Football League Division 2
The Laois footballers are top of Division 2 of the Allianz Football League this evening following a...
LIVE BLOG: Laois footballers take on Armagh in Allianz Football League
After last week’s thrilling draw away to Roscommon, the Laois footballers are back in action this evening when they host Armagh in Round 2 of their...
What you need to know as the Laois footballers take on Armagh
After last week's thrilling draw away to Roscommon, the Laois footballers are back in action this evening when they host Armagh in Round 2...
Election Diary: Renewable Energy, support for people with disabilities and young farmers
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulletin from the campaign trail – from...
Serious issues with sewage and heating as new school sought for Abbeyleix
Students in Scoil Mhuire in Abbeyleix are having to endure blocked toilets, the smell of sewage, a leaking roof and damp and cold conditions...
Election Diary: Mountmellick jobs, farmers’ interests and Portarlington voters
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulletin from the campaign trail – from...
On the Canvass: Cold night but warm reception as Brian Stanley hits the doorsteps...
It's a bitterly cold Tuesday evening in Portlaoise but the reception on the doorsteps for Sinn Féin General Election candidate Brian Stanley is overwhelmingly...
Election Diary: Odds, Wooly’s rant and an injured Shane Ross
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulleting from the campaign trail – from...
Election Diary: Midlands debate, councillors support Noel Tuohy and Kildare candidates come to Monasterevin
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulletin from the campaign trail – from...
‘We’re still waiting’ – Portlaoise Hospital committee voice ‘extreme disappointment and frustration’
The main local group behind the campaign to save Portlaoise Hospital have launched a scathing attack on Laois-Offaly TD and Minister for Justice Charlie...
Election Diary: Rural Ireland, Portlaoise Hospital and INTO forum
Every day between now and Election Day on Saturday, February 8, we’ll be bringing you a daily bulleting from the campaign trail – from...
In Pictures: A selection of classic images from the Laois-Offaly 2011 General Election count
There's something so classicly timeless about election count photos.
And even though it's only nine years ago, the photos from the 2011 Laois-Offaly General Election...
Seven Talking Points as Laois start league on positive note
The Laois footballers began their Allianz Football League Division 2 campaign away to Roscommon today when two injury time goals earned Laois a 2-14...
Injury time goals from Lillis and O’Carroll rescue thrilling draw for Laois footballers
Roscommon 2-14 Laois 2-14
Allianz Football League Division 2
A new era got underway for Laois football this afternoon with Mike Quirke's spell as manager beginning...
Six Talking Points as Laois hurlers lose to Wexford
The Laois hurlers began their league campaign with a 2-27 to 2-16 loss at home to Wexford in MW Hire O’Moore Park on Saturday...
Wexford do enough to see off brave Laois effort
Wexford 2-27 Laois 2-16
Allianz Hurling League Division 1B
The Laois hurlers made their first appearance in O'Moore Park since that magical win over Dublin last...
What you need to know as the Laois hurlers get league campaign underway against...
The Laois hurlers get their 2020 Allianz Hurling League campaign underway this evening when they welcome Davy Fitzgerald's Wexford side to MW Hire O'Moore...
LISTEN: We’re joined by Laois football manager and Joe Mallon motors brand ambassador Mike...
In a special bonus Talking Sport Podcast, Steven Miller is joined by Laois football manager Mike Quirke who was recently unveiled as brand ambassador...
Pauline Flanagan seeking breakthrough success as she launches election campaign
Pauline Flanagan is seeking a number of firsts in the upcoming General Election - as she bids not only to be the first female...