Out and About
In Pictures: 30 years celebrated as The Harps Camogie club gather for Dinner Dance
There was serious style on display as members of The Harps Camogie club gathered for a dinner dance.
The Castle Arms in Durrow was the...
In Pictures: Half a century marked as Castletown GAA gather for Dinner Dance
There was a huge crowd in the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel on Saturday evening as Castletown held a 50 year anniversary celebration.
The dinner dance was...
In Pictures: Great celebrations as Camross GAA remember magical 2023
There were great celebrations in the Dooleys Hotel in Birr on Friday night as Camross GAA club came together.
2023 was a magical year for...
In Pictures: Stradbally GAA toast Senior B, Minor A success and remember 1997/98 winning...
There were great celebrations in the Midlands Park Hotel on Saturday night as members of Stradbally GAA came together.
Around 300 people were present as...
In Pictures: Serious style as Portarlington RFC gather to celebrate 50th anniversary
There was serious style in the Midlands Park Hotel on Friday evening as Dinner Dance season continued at full pace.
On this occasion, it was...
Bríd Faoin Spéir: A free arts event to be held in Portarlington on St...
A series of five free public events throughout the country have been developed to promote the arts and encourage more arts-based outdoor performances.
The first...
In Pictures: Serious style as sell out crowd turn up for 2024 Laois Hunt...
There was serious style on show as member of Laois Hunt gathered for their annual Ball on Saturday evening.
The Castle Arms in Durrow was...
In Pictures: Huge attendance as first Laois IFA Dinner Dance in more than a...
There was a massive crowd in Abbeyleix Manor Hotel on Saturday evening as Laois IFA held a Dinner Dance.
This was the first Laois IFA...
In Pictures: Ballyfin GAA’s unique fundraiser is bringing ‘Jungle Challenge’ to Laois
The men and women of Ballyfin GAA club are hosting a fundraiser with a major twist, as they prepare to bring the jungle to...
Huge crowd rings in 2024 at annual Ballacolla New Year’s Day Walk and Tractor...
Despite the atrocious weather conditions, a huge crowd turned out to ring in 2024 at the annual Ballacolla New Years Day Walk and Tractor...
In Pictures: Serious effort for Abbeyleix fundraising Fancy Dress party
Talk about a serious effort!
Morrissey's of Abbeyleix hosted their annual Halloween Fancy Dress event on Sunday night - and those in attendance went above...
In Pictures: Vicarstown Park Run celebrates 9th birthday
Over 130 participants and volunteers gathered in glorious sunshine on the Barrow Blueway Saturday morning for the weekly 5k parkrun.
The run marked the 9th...
Arles National School hosting table quiz fundraiser this Friday night
Arles National School will be hosting a table quiz this Friday night, October 13, at 8pm.
The event will be held in Behans of Tollerton.
All...
Portlaoise Macra na Feirme to host open evening for new members
Portlaoise Macra na Feirme have announced they will be hosting an open evening for anyone interested in joining the club on Friday, October 20, at...
Two Laois winners among 2023 Irish Food and Hospitality Awards
The winners of the 2023 Georgina Campbell Irish Food & Hospitality Awards have been announced, with Laois taking two huge prizes.
Among the winners at...
Laois business shortlisted for Best Customer Service at Irish Pub Awards 2023
A Laois business has been recognised by the Irish Pub Awards, as the search continues to find the Irish Pub of the Year 2023.
O’Dea’s...
New Portlaoise Library to host first coffee morning this weekend
Laois Local Studies, now housed in a spacious and dedicated room in the new Portlaoise Library, has enjoyed a big increase in visitor numbers...
In Pictures: Laois classical musicians combine for night to remember in Dunamaise Arts Centre
The Dunamaise Arts Centre warmly welcomed a trio of Laois classical musicians on Saturday night, September 16.
It was a night that celebrated the wonders...
Free events for Culture Night 2023 in Laois
Culture Night/Oíche Chultúir is a national moment, celebrating culture, creativity and the arts, and seeks to actively promote the belief that this rich and...
If the walls had ears – The Pantry Portlaoise walled garden
It was a magical night in The Pantry’s walled garden in Portlaoise last week, with the 2nd outing of If the walls had ears.
Curated...
30th Annual Luggacurren 10K – a date for your diary
The 30th Annual Luggacurren 10K is back for 2023.
The event takes place on Sunday, September 10, at 1pm sharp.
There will be prizes in all...
In Pictures: HER Outdoors week a massive success for women and girls in Laois
HER Outdoors week aims to celebrate and encourage more females to get out and enjoy the benefits of being in the outdoors while bringing...
Laois to host Green Ribbon walk to spread awareness about mental health difficulties
IFA President, Tim Cullinan is encouraging farm families to attend and support the upcoming Green Ribbon walk.
The walk is organised by IFA in partnership...
Puppy Love with farmers, craft and vintage markets weekend at SOLAS – An exciting...
SOLAS is set to come alive this weekend with a fantastic lineup of free events that promise a delightful experience for both kids and...
A huge range of events taking place across Laois for National Heritage Week 2023
With National Heritage Week 2023 fast approaching its time to check out what’s happening here in Laois.
This year Heritage Week will run from August...
Laois GAA Star urges people to line up for a great local cause by...
Laois hurler and member of the Gaelic Players Association (GPA), Ross King, is urging people to become charitable All-Stars for a great local cause this...
In Pictures: Thousands flock to Stradbally as 59th National Steam Rally proves a huge...
The National Steam Rally, the most anticipated event in the calendar of steam and vintage shows throughout Ireland, took place over the Bank Holiday...
Durrow Scarecrow Festival celebrates a festival of creativity and community spirit
The village of Durrow has been buzzing with excitement as the 12th Durrow Scarecrow Festival continues to captivate visitors with its array of artistic...
Woodenbridge Erkina River Festival set return with Heritage Week Walk on the Laois Kilkenny border
This Year's Woodenbridge Erkina River Festival will trace the route of the ancient road that ran from Western Upper Ossory to Kilkenny.
On Sunday, August...
John Spillane to headline Power of Words Festival in Abbeyleix
The Power of Words Festival has just published its programme for 2023 with writing workshops, readings, conversations, book launches, open mics, music, dancing, performance...
