In Pictures: History made as first ever ‘toy swap’ in Laois a big success
The first-ever Toy Swap in Laois was held on Saturday, 20 December 2025 in St Mary Hall in Portlaoise.
Families from across the county attended...
In Pictures: Laois PPN presents Climate Action Project at IEN Winter Conference
Laois PPN were honoured to present on the Laois PPN Climate Action Project at the recent Irish Environmental Network (IEN) Winter Conference.
This took place...
In Pictures: Creative painting project ‘Through Our Eyes’ launched at Portlaoise Library
A unique creative painting project titled “Through Our Eyes” was officially launched at Portlaoise Library on December 18.
This brought together education, healthcare, and industry...
Laois County Council sells final industrial enterprise site in Portarlington for €170,000
Laois County Council have decided to sell the final of four industrial enterprise sites in Portarlington for a sum of €170,000.
The site, measuring 0.476...
Portlaoise woman chosen to represent Polish community in the ‘Beyond Borders’ campaign
Kasjana Jatkowska from Portlaoise has been selected from the 125,000 members of the Polish diaspora in Ireland to represent the community in a national...
€465,000 available for community climate action projects in Laois but deadline fast approaching
€465,000 has been approved for Community Action Projects in Laois - so says Fianna Fail TD Sean Fleming.
These grants are available to organisations such...
Ballyadams NS to host their first ever Christmas Tractor and Truck run this weekend
Ballyadams NS Parents Council are hosting a first ever Christmas Tractor and Truck Run this Sunday, December 21, and all are welcomed to participate...
Laois farmers to benefit from Straw Incorporation Measure and schools to be added to...
Farmers in Laois will receive €294,340.30 under the Straw Incorporation Measure which delivers real benefits to farming families, said Fine Gael TD, Willie Aird.
Deputy...
Science and innovation the winners as Colaiste Iosagain host annual Sci-Fest event
Coláiste Íosagáin hosted their annual SciFest@School competition earlier this month and it proved a big success once again.
Transition year students displayed with pride and...
Clonaslee High Nelly club announce plans for BUMBLEance fundraiser and open day
Clonaslee High Nelly Club have a very special festive day planned in Clonaslee this Friday, December 19.
The boys and girls in the playschool have...
In Pictures: Maryborough NS host Christmas craft fair and raffle plus performance
Maryborough NS has been a hive of Christmas flurry and excitement in the last few weeks.
On December 5, the children and families of Maryborough...
Young Laois man’s Lourdes parish fundraising song raises more than €2,000
A beautiful rendition of a much loved Christmas classic has raised more than €2,000 for a very worthy cause.
20-year-old Ross Molloy recorded and released...
Laois Senator calls for immediate reversal of ‘cruel’ blister-pack decision
Senator Maria McCormack has called on the government to urgently reverse its decision to withdraw funding for medication blister packs.
Senator McCormack has warned that...
Students at Laois secondary school go global with Irish and English podcasting
Dunamase College/Coláiste Dhún Másc continues to lead the way in innovative teaching, digital creativity and student voice with its rapidly expanding bilingual podcasting programme.
As...
Laois students to be equipped with hands-on skills in virtual reality, filmmaking, and podcasting
A new partnership has been launched for Transition Year students in nine schools across Laois and Offaly - the LOETB TY Digital Arts Programme.
This...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College TY students shine at annual SciFest showcase
Portlaoise College was a hub of innovation and excitement this week as Transition Year students took part in SciFest, the annual celebration of science,...
In Pictures: Individuals and community groups benefit as Raheen Vintage Club celebrate another successful...
Raheen Vintage Club held their annual presentation night recently, celebrating another hugely successful year for the club and community.
A total of €9,600 was donated...
Laois TD presses Minister for Public Expenditure for update on new school for Colaiste...
Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley has called on the Government to 'honour the Commitments in the Programme for Government on the school building projects...
In Pictures: Mountrath Community School host carol service and TY market
Mountrath Community School held its annual Christmas Carol Service, bringing students, staff, and families together to celebrate the festive season in a warm and...
Laois County Fire and Rescue Service welcomes two new fire appliances
Laois County Fire and Rescue Service has strengthened its fleet with the addition of two new state-of-the-art fire appliances, which will serve the communities...
Simpson’s Gala in Stradbally awarded Gala greener grant
Simpson’s Gala in Stradbally has been selected as a recipient of a Gala Greener Grant, an initiative aimed at supporting retailers in their transition...
Laois woman who had open heart surgery graduates as Patient Champion
A Laois woman who had open heart surgery has graduated as a Patient Champion for a national heart and stroke charity.
Olivia McLoughlin Sweeney, who...
Engines ready – The Heath gears up for annual Tractor Run
The Heath is set to come alive with community spirit and the steady hum of engines for the upcoming Annual Tractor Run in aid...
Irish Wheelchair Association welcomes Laois Local Community Development Committee for collaborative visit
The Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA) welcomed members of the Laois Local Community Development Committee (LCDC) to its service centre on the St Fintan’s Hospital...
Laois man wins Hotelier of the Year at the Hospitality Management Awards
A Laois man has won a major award at the IHI Hospitality Management Awards (HMAs) which took place ln the Clayton Hotel on Burlington...
Mountmellick Macra’s light up truck and tractor run returns for 5th Year
Mountmellick Macra’s much-loved Light Up Truck & Tractor Run is back by popular demand and will take place on Saturday, December 13, kick-starting the...
Laois involvement as Midlands Ireland wins national recognition for outstanding STEM engagement
The work of Midlands Ireland was recognised recently at two national awards ceremonies.
Midlands Ireland, led by Laois County Council in collaboration with Longford County...
Laois nursing graduate receives top award at conferring ceremony in Dublin
Mountmellick nursing graduate, Ellen Horan had double cause for celebration after achieving ‘top of her class’ status at the 25th annual Hibernia College conferring...
Portlaoise College confirm that new language has been included in scholarship programme
Portlaoise College has announced the launch of its annual Language Scholarships, offering students valuable opportunities to deepen their Irish and modern foreign language skills.
The...
Annual Clonenagh National School Tractor Run returns with signed Shane Lowry t-shirt up for...
Clonenagh National School, Mountrath, has announced that their annual Tractor Run and 6K family run/walk is taking place again this year.
On December 28, crowds...
