Government urged to act as Laois towns and villages being ‘choked up’ by lorries...
The government has been called on to act to lower the cost for lorries and trucks who have to pay tolls to use motorways.
The...
Laois GAA Previews: Park-Ratheniska hit the road while U-20 final place up for grabs
Leinster Club IFC - Park-Ratheniska v Hunterstown Rovers (Louth)
In Stabannon at 1.30pm
Seven weeks after winning the Laois intermediate football title in some style, Park-Ratheniska...
Five Laois parks awarded Green Flag awards to recognise best green spaces
County Laois was awarded five Green Flags at the 2025 Green Flag Awards, which celebrate the recognition of Ireland’s best parks and green spaces.
In...
Deaths in Laois – Saturday, November 15, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Margaret Lynch
23 Derrywood, Durrow, Laois, R32 DT22
Margaret formerly of Aharney, Lisdowney and retired night Matron...
Community spirit triumphs as successful fundraiser secures Portarlington’s Christmas tree
For more than four decades, Portarlington has upheld the cherished tradition of erecting a large Christmas tree in the town each festive season.
The lights...
Laois Football Podcast: PJ Kelly and Tony Bambrick on proposed new championship
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
Laois GAA clubs are set to decide on Monday next on a...
Incredible occasion for young Laois boy as Ireland keep World Cup hopes alive with...
The Republic of Ireland kept their World Cup hopes alive last night as they defeated Portugal 2-0 at the Aviva Stadium.
It was an incredible...
Portlaoise Musical Society ready to take to the stage with ‘Come from Away’ –...
The ever-impressive, award-winning Portlaoise Musical Society take to the stage in the Dunamaise Arts Centre once again this evening, beginning a week-long run of...
Laois farmers graduate from the Tirlán and Baileys Sustainable Farming Academy class of 2025
Twenty Tirlán farmers proudly graduate as the third group of family farm suppliers to complete the Tirlán and Baileys Sustainable Farming Academy.
Laois farmers Sylvester...
Laois named Ireland’s hardest working county following new study
A new study has revealed that Laois has been named Ireland’s hardest-working county, taking the top spot in the national Hard-Working Index.
The research, from...
Athletics: Success for St Abban’s at Leinster juvenile uneven ages, U-23 and senior cross...
St Abban's excelled at Day 2 of the Leinster juvenile uneven ages, U-23 and senior cross country championships held in Kilbeggan on Saturday last.
The...
Deaths in Laois – Friday, November 14, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Elizabeth (Betty) Harvey (née Carter)
Tullyroe, Abbeyleix, Laois
Peacefully at the Regional Hospital Portlaoise surrounded by her...
Aird: New housing plan ‘highlights key priorities in delivering more housing for Laois’
The new housing plan highlights the key priorities in delivering more housing for Laois according to Fine Gael TD Wille Aird.
Deputy Aird said since...
Laois GAA proposing change to club football leagues that would see only one team...
The big decision to be made at next week's Laois GAA county board meeting will be on whether to reduce the senior football championship...
Students from Portlaoise schools come together for greener travel in a pioneering move
In a pioneering move, Portlaoise has become the first town in Ireland where all schools are working together on the Green-Schools Travel theme at...
WATCH: Laois brother and sister go viral following hilarious TikTok video
A Laois brother and sister have exploded on TikTok following their hilarious take on a trending song.
Portlaoise's Abbey Louise (18) and Alfie (6) Byrne...
LoveLaois Podcast: The new President, County Council drama, a trip to the Aviva and...
The latest edition of the LoveLaois Podcast is here and it is a wide and varied episode.
Steven Miller is joined by Alan Hartnett to...
Laois Football and Hurling Podcast: Looking back at last weekend, ahead to what is...
The Laois Hurling Podcast is brought to you in association with the LOETB
After a bit of a break, the Laois Football and Hurling Podcast...
Camogie: Camross launch fundraiser to cover costs as team prepare for Intermediate final
It is a massive week for Camross camogie club as they will contest the Leinster Intermediate club final at the end of it.
Aerien Delaney's...
Deaths in Laois – Thursday, November 13, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Pauline Conroy (née Crossan)
Marian Ave, Portlaoise, Laois
Pauline Conroy (nee Crossan) Marian Ave. Portlaoise 11th November...
In Pictures: Remembrance Sunday observed in Laois at St Peter’s Church
On Sunday, November 9 events took place around the world to mark Remembrance Sunday, which commemorates those who fought and died in the two...
In Pictures: Latest edition of Laois Leaves Festival of Writing & Music a big...
The Leaves Festival of Writing & Music returned to Laois earlier this month and proved a big success.
Events brought a vibrant celebration of Irish...
Kind-hearted 78-year-old Laois woman set to take part in Concern Worldwide Fast this month
Local volunteer Alice Culliton is once again taking part in the Concern Fast and invites everyone to support her effort to help Concern Worldwide...
Average rent in Laois continues to climb as supply also drops further
The average cost of renting an apartment in Laois has increased once again, according to the latest report from Daft.ie.
In Laois, the average rent...
In Pictures: Winners crowned as Laois hosts Scór na nÓg finals
Laois Scór na nÓg finals took place on Sunday, November 9, in the LOETB Centre of Excellence Portlaoise.
This competition was open to all GAA...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Caroline (Carol) Griffith (née Carter)
Ossory Hill, Johnswell, Kilkenny, R95AF88/Ballyroan, Laois
Caroline (Carol) Griffith (nee Carter) Ossory...
GAA Diary: Laois lady tastes All Britain success, Arles-Kilcruise man chases Leinster club success...
Laois lady tastes All Britain success with London club
The GAA scene is special no matter where in the world you are. And the overseas...
Laois TD encourages those with an interest in shaping policy for rural Ireland to...
Fine Gael’s Agriculture and Rural Development conference is 'a big opportunity for farmers, rural entrepreneurs and community leaders in Laois to contribute and shape...
Close to a sell out as all the big guns to perform at Vicarstown...
A Ukulele group, a community choir, a male choir and an Irish dancing school.
The parish of Stradbally is certainly well served when it comes...
Laois GAA Fixtures: Leinster club football and U-20 action go centre stage
Leinster club football championship resumes this weekend after their hurling action at the weekend.
Laois senior champions Portarlington and intermediate champions Park-Ratheniska both make the...
