Tributes paid as well-known Timahoe man passes away
There was deep sadness in Timahoe over the weekend as one of their much loved sons was laid to rest.
Tributes have been paid to...
Missing Laois man found safe and well
A Laois man who had been reported missing over the weekend has been found safe and well much to the relief of his friends...
Laois Early Years educators set to march for ‘respect’
There will be a strong Laois representation at the Early Years protest in Dublin as creche and playschool owners and staff from around the...
Death occurs of Fr Jack Walsh, former parish priest of Emo-Rath
The death has occurred of Fr Jack Walsh, the former parish priest of Emo-Rath. He was aged in his early 90s.
From Kildare originally, Fr...
Laois musician qualifies as finalist for prestigious Sean O’Riada medal
David Vesey, a twenty year old musician and Abbeyleix native has qualified as a finalist for the Sean O'Riada gold medal.
There are 14 other...
History in Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington as residents cast their General Election votes
The residents of Oakdale Nursing Home in Portarlington made history today by being the first voters from Laois and Offaly to vote in the...
Pubs closed, residents in fear as Laois town in lockdown and under siege
A Laois town is this week in lockdown and under siege it has been alleged.
The sensational and extraordinary claim was made at a meeting...
Brand new defibrillator in a renovated telephone box installed in Portlaoise
A new defibrillator has been installed in a renovated telephone kiosk in Portlaoise.
The kiosk is situated beside the top square at the side wall...
Large crowd in attendance as Laois Arthouse Gallery hosts opening of ‘Visible n Invisible’
There was a large crowd in attendance in Stradbally for the Laois arthouse gallery's opening of their brand new exhibition 'Visible n Invisible'.
The exhibition...
In Pictures: Famous musician Sharon Shannon visits Laois primary school
Famous Irish Musician Sharon Shannon visited the Abbeyleix South National School recently.
Third and fourth class students had just finished
an extensive study of some of...
Weekend Read: Pumphouse problem pauses progress in Laois village
Any future development, housing or investment in a popular Laois village is at a standstill due to a bizarre problem over the status of...
Weekend Read: 10 reasons to be positive in Laois as new decade stretches out...
In this age of social media - and the constant negativity that goes with it - it would be easy to think that the...
In Pictures: All Ireland football champions Scoil Chríost Rí receive Civic Reception
It’s not too often you get a Civic Reception but Scoil Chríost Rí footballers are more than worthy.
Laois County Council held the reception for...
In Pictures: Great turnout for Emo’s Operation Transformation walk
There was a huge turnout this morning as Operation Transformation came to Emo!
The show’s doctor, Dr. Sumi was joined by Claire Beakhurst to lead...
Local mother opens up about her experience of first water birth of the year...
Laois's first home water birth of the year took place earlier this month and mum Colette Duff says it was a positive experience that...
Brigid’s Day Charity Brunch held in aid of Heritage House
Heritage House have organised a lovely event to mark Brigid's Day, or Imbolc, 2020.
All proceeds go towards the upkeep of The Old North School...
Laois dog owners urged to ID tag their dogs following another sheep attack
Another attack on sheep, carried out by three dogs, took place yesterday and Laois Dog Warden Services are urging dog owners to ID Tag.
The...
WATCH: Laois castle features in new historic app which ‘brings history to life’
This one is for the die hard Laois fans!
The Rock of Dunamase features in a new app that aims to 'bring history alive'.
The castle...
Table quiz in Ballyfin to be held in support of three-year-old Cian who wishes...
A table quiz is being held in the Deadmans Inn, Ballyfin on Friday January 24 at 8.30pm.
The table quiz is being organised by Ballyfin...
Laois triathlon club set to launch 11th annual event
Trilogy Triathlon Club is gearing up for its annual triathlon, TriLaois on Saturday, April 4 in Portlaoise Leisure Centre.
As part of the preparations the...
Valentine’s Masquerade Ball to be held in aid of Portlaoise school
Thinking of what to do for Valentine's Night 2020?
Well think no further!
Portlaoise College are hosting a Valentine's Ball to raise funds for the school.
The...
Operation Transformation comes to Laois village this weekend
If you've been looking to get active this January then look no further than getting up and running this Saturday.
Operation Transformation are coming to...
In Pictures: 1st year Mountrath CS students enjoy day of ice skating in Dundrum
First Year students in Mountrath Community school, with a team of 6th year leaders, enjoyed an exciting day of fun and ice skating recently.
We...
Applications open for Mick Dowling memorial fund
A memorial fund for community groups has been established in memory of the late Mick Dowling, who passed away in October.
The Mick Dowling Memorial...
Great news for local family as on-going fundraising sends them a step in the...
There some great news to start off 2020 for The Mannion family, and it's thanks to all the generosity they have received over the...
Laois students urged to get involved in this year’s Student Entrepreneur Awards
Enterprise Ireland is calling on Laois students from third level institutions nationwide with an innovative business idea, technology or solution to apply to this...
In Pictures: New TY Community Care module at Portlaoise College
Since October the Transition Year Students of Portlaoise College have been visiting Ballard Nursing Home as part of a new TY Community Care Module.
The...
In Pictures: Stradbally Tractor and Truck Run in aid of local school sees huge...
A Tractor and Truck Run held in Stradbally seen a huge turnout last Sunday (January 5th) as over 140 vehicles participated.
The run was in...
Laois Macra na Feirme set to host National variety show semi final
Laois Macra na Feirme are hosting the National FBD Capers Semi-Final on Saturday 11th January in Mountmellick Macra Hall.
Doors opening at 7.00pm.
Teams from Mountmellick,...
Abbeyleix Further Education and Training Centre hold successful Christmas Party
A Christmas party was organised in Abbeyleix Further Education & Training Centre on December 18.
It was held for children and families living in the...
