Laois school represented in all-island ‘Poetry Aloud’ poetry speaking competition
Portlaoise College students Catherine Graham and Isabel O'Leary have been recognised as finalists in the 2024 Poetry Aloud competition.
The competition challenges second-level students across...
Laois river granted ‘priority status’ as it secures European funding
The Erkina River has been granted priority status under the Farming for Water European Innovation Partnership.
The River Erkina has its source on the Laois-Kilkenny...
Housing Adaptation grants increase for older people and those with disabilities in Laois
A Laois TD has confirmed that Housing Adaptation grants have been increased by the government.
It means that the amount of money available for older...
In Pictures: Family fun at the Fisherstown Christmas Tractor Run
There’s the Late Late Toy Show, the Elf on the Shelf, Christmas Markets and Carol Singing which are all staples of the seasonal extravaganza...
In Pictures: Launch of Portlaoise’s Climate-Friendly ‘Walk on Wednesdays’
Portlaoise experienced a "transformative morning" on Wednesday, as the usual hum of car engines gave way to the cheerful chatter of students walking to...
Laois Traveller Action Group launching first ever Traveller Cookbook
In the build-up to Christmas, a Laois outreach group are preparing to celebrate the culmination of over half a year's worth of work.
The Laois...
Annual Clonenagh National School Tractor Run returns this Christmas
Clonenagh National School, Mountrath have announced the return of the Annual Tractor Run on Saturday, December 28.
The Tractor Run will take place along with...
Clonaslee Wheelchair Basketball Club bolstered by welcome new sponsorship
A Laois wheelchair group has been bolstered by a recent new sponsorship - a welcome Christmas present for the club.
Clonaslee Wheelchair Basketball Club were...
Laois County Council accused of ‘doing nothing’ to address dangerous trees in wake of...
A local County Councillor has accused Laois County Council of "doing nothing" to address dangerous trees across the county.
Independent Councillor Ollie Clooney hit out...
In Pictures: Wide-range of projects on display as Colaiste Iosagain host third ever Sci-Fest...
The PE Hall in Colaiste Iosagain was packed to capacity on Wednesday as the Portarlington school held it’s third ever Sci-Fest competition.
The Transition Years...
Laois TD hits out over Portarlington and Kildare bus service saying commuters lose out
Laois Independent TD Brian Stanley has hit out over the bus service between Portarlington and Kildare.
Yesterday, it was confirmed by Independent Councillor Aidan Mullins...
Mountmellick Christmas tree and crib make triumphant return with special new addition
It is that time of the year again with Mountmellick’s Christmas tree and crib in O’Connell Square - a must-see during the festive season.
This year’s...
Bus service set to return between Portarlington and Monasterevin
Laois is set to see the return of a much maligned bus service between the county and neighbouring Kildare.
The bus service in question is...
Laois man awarded with the Volunteer Manager of the Year award
Laois man Damien Dollard has been honoured with the Volunteer Manager of the Year award at the national Volunteer Ireland Awards.
The awards, which took...
Small time Laois horse breeder makes it big with €700,000 sale in Newmarket
A Laois farmer is celebrating this week after selling a horse at the sales in Newmarket in England for €700,000.
John 'Baba' Keegan, who hails...
Trees down, travel disruption and one person in hospital as Storm Darragh makes itself...
The winds associated with Storm Darragh have started to subside now after what was an extremely rough night.
Wind gusts in excess of 100km/h battered...
Stuff of dreams as young Stradbally boy performs on Toy Show
Talk about the stuff of dreams.
Bobby Kinsella from Stradbally and a 5th class student in St Colman’s NS, is not only a world champion...
Storm Darragh: Laois County Council release advice as weather event set to hit tonight
Laois County Council's Severe Weather Assessment Team have released a statement ahead of the arrival of Storm Darragh.
Laois has been battered by rain so...
Laois woman wins An Taisce Climate Ambassador Award
A Laois woman has won a Climate Ambassador Award at An Taisce’s annual awards bringing together citizens who are passionate about protecting the planet...
Building expected to begin ‘before Christmas’ on new special needs classrooms at Laois primary...
A Laois primary school has received approval to proceed with construction works of two new special educational needs classrooms.
Our Lady’s Meadow National School, Durrow,...
Full details of new wind farm and substation between Mountmellick and Portarlington
Statkraft Ireland have been awarded provisional planning permission to construct a new wind farm, substation and underground line along part of the Laois/Offaly border.
The...
In Pictures: ‘Peace Without Limits’ – Lions International Peace Poster Contest and Exhibition 2024
Some of the best student artists across Laois were honoured recently at a ceremony hosted by the Arts Office of Laois County Council.
Prize winners...
Mountmellick Macra’s ‘Light Up Truck and Tractor Run’ returns this Christmas
Mountmellick Macra’s annual 'Light Up Truck and Tractor Run' is back by popular demand and will take place again this year on Saturday, December...
Exit poll results revealed as voting concludes for 2024 General Election
The results of the exit poll carried out around the country today have been revealed following the conclusion of voting in General Election 2024.
Polling...
Council in Brief: Special needs education, assistance for small businesses, Councillor funding and more
The November monthly meeting of Laois County Council took place this week, with new Chief Executive, Mr Michael Rainey, in the hot seat for...
Inspirational Laois woman honoured with Carer of the Year award
Family Carers Ireland has announced Laois woman Sarah Dooley as the Netwatch Family Carer of the Year 2024.
From Mountmellick, Sarah is a mother of...
2024 Nursing and Midwifery HEART Award Winners announced at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise
The 2024 Nursing and Midwifery HEART Award winners have recently been announced at Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise (MRHP).
HEART is an acronym which stands for Honesty Empathy, Accountability, Respect...
Two Laois farmers contribute on book aimed at providing tips for a sustainable future
Irish farmers, including two from Laois, have joined forces for a new book combining scientific research with local knowledge that gives farmers and others...
In Pictures: Think Languages Day proves a big success in Mountrath Community School
All Transition Year students from Mountrath Community School took part in their third Think Languages Day recentley.
This is run by Languages Connect to promote...
In Pictures: All smiles as Laois author launches her second children’s book
Killeshin native, Vonnie Bolton, launched her second children’s book last Friday night in St Fiacc’s House Graiguecullen.
The book which is entitled ‘Friends in Fairyland’...
