‘Siberian winds’ set to bring ‘significant snowfall’ next week
Weather forecasters are predicting that a seriously cold snap is set to strike us next week.
'Siberian winds' are set to bring 'significant snowfall' from...
Laois Leeds United Members Club make donation to Friends of Portlaoise Hospital
A Laois soccer supporters club has made a sizeable donation to a local charitable organisation.
The Laois Leeds United Members Club recently presented the Friends...
Former Laois football manager helping parents and staff of Laois school with online exercise...
During this latest period of lockdown, the Portlaoise College community has embraced the online world by offering exercise classes for parents and staff in...
Coronavirus: 94 further deaths and 1,013 new cases – six of them in Laois...
There have been a further 94 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,013 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
47 of these deaths occurred in...
Online fundraiser launched in honour of late Laois teacher following sad passing
An online fundraiser in memory of a Laois woman who passed away suddenly has amassed more than €15,000 in 24 hours.
Sinéad Ní Nualláin, of...
Failte Ireland investment to ‘provide welcome boost for tourism business across Laois’
A new nationwide €55 million investment by Fáilte Ireland will provide a welcome boost for tourism businesses across Laois.
So says Laois TD Charlie Flanagan...
Coronavirus: 101 further deaths and 879 new cases – 16 of them in Laois
There have been a further 101 Coronavirus-related deaths and 879 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
83 of these deaths occurred in...
‘Crisis point’ reached on number of children awaiting crucial services
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley says the number of children in Laois and Offaly awaiting special interventions has reached 'crisis point'.
The Deputy was speaking...
‘We will miss her friendship, her kindness and unlimited generosity’ – warm tributes following...
Warm tributes have been paid following the sad and sudden passing of a Laois teacher.
Sinéad Ní Nualláin, of The Vale in Graiguecullen, passed away...
Laois woman designs cards for Irish family of US President Joe Biden
A Laois woman has designed two beautiful cards which are currently on their way to the White House.
Portlaoise native Helen McKeon, who works in...
Coronavirus: 10 further deaths and 1,062 new cases – 27 of them in Laois...
There have been a further 10 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,062 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
Of the new cases, 27 of...
Deadline for registration of interest approaching for Sports Capital Grants
The deadline for clubs and organisations to register their interest in the Sports Capital Grants Programme is approaching.
The closing date for applications is Monday...
Laois nursing home now ‘Covid-19 free’ following devastating outbreak that claimed 18 lives
A Laois nursing home that was at the centre of a Covid-19 outbreak last month is now free of the deadly virus.
Droimnin Nursing Home...
Graiguecullen community stunned at sudden death of Sinead Nolan
The Graiguecullen community was shocked and saddened at the sudden death of Sinead Nolan on Sunday, a young woman in her early 40s.
Sinead, who...
Coronavirus: 15 further deaths and 1,247 new cases – 22 of them in Laois
There have been a further 15 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,247 new cases announced this evening by the health authorities.
Of the new cases, 22 of...
Work stalled at the moment but Barrow Blueway through Laois still on course to...
Throughout the pandemic, walking, more than any other activity, has increased significantly.
People of all ages have begun walking more frequently with demand for new...
Coronavirus: 79 further deaths and 1,414 new cases – 11 in Laois
There have been a further 79 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,414 new cases according to figures released this evening by the health authorities.
78 of these...
Laois County Council called on to ‘explore new ways of using the Repair and...
A Laois TD is encouraging County Councils to make more use of the Repair and Leasing Scheme to supply more housing.
Fine Gael's Charlie Flanagan...
Birthday Joy: Three life-long Laois neighbours celebrate turning 90
Three life-long neighbours in a Laois village have been celebrating recently as they have each reached the great milestone of turning 90.
Johnny Kealy, Peggy...
Coronavirus: 47 further deaths and 1,466 new cases – 15 in Laois – as...
There have been a further 47 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,466 new cases according to figures released this evening by the health authorities.
46 of these...
Worldwide appeal launched by Laois woman in bid to save life of Dad of...
A Laois woman's Facebook driven appeal in a bid to save her partner's life has touched many parts of the world.
Just before Christmas, Portlaoise...
Coronavirus: 54 further deaths and 1,335 new cases – 16 in Laois – as...
There have been a further 54 Coronavirus-related deaths and 1,335 new cases according to figures released this evening by the health authorities.
50 of these...
Five more Laois students earn prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Awards
A total of six Laois students have been presented with prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Awards for their Leaving Cert results.
On Tuesday, we reported that...
Laois man nearing completion of remarkable fundraising feat in aid of local nursing home
A Laois man is nearing the end of a remarkable fundraising feat in aid of a local nursing home.
Jamie Malone from Graiguecullen has been...
Sadness at death of the highly-regarded John Miller
The death has occurred of John Miller, from Glenbawn outside Athy, a well-known and highly-regarded man on both sides of the Laois-Kildare border.
Aged 76,...
Coronavirus: 90 further deaths and 928 new cases – nine in Laois
There have been a further 90 Coronavirus-related deaths and 928 new cases according to figures released this evening by the health authorities.
89 of these...
CONFIRMED: Government extend lockdown until March 5 and bring in new travel restrictions
Ireland will remain in the current Level 5 Covid-19 restrictions until at least March 5, Taoiseach Micheal Martin has announced.
The original restrictions were set...
‘Is it a cycle lane or an obstacle course?’ – Well, now it is...
The power of social media has been demonstrated yet again!
Last week, while out for a cycle, Laois woman Louise Troy captured an image of...
Laois student earns prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Award
A Laois student earned a prestigious Trinity College Entrance Exhibition Award for her Leaving Cert results.
Jodie Walsh, who hails from Portarlington, completed her Leaving...
5K your way for Ballyfin NS – with some great prizes up for grabs
The Coronavirus restrictions have meant that normal run-of-the-mill fundraisers currently aren't possible.
But it has led to all sorts of creative ideas to raise much-needed...
