‘This is not Christianity’ – Laois priest hits out at Vatican directive banning ‘same-sex...
A Laois priest has hit out at a Vatican directive which has banned the blessing of same-sex marriages.
The ruling was issued by the Vatican’s...
Here’s where you can watch ‘The Town’ documentary
Huge praise and acclaim came for the first of the three-part documentary series 'The Town', which aired on Virgin Media One, formerly TV3 last night.
Tweets...
New visitor facilities launched at Emo Court and Parklands ahead of summer season
On a day of great excitement at Emo Court and Parklands on Saturday, Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works,...
13 point plan submitted to improve walking and cycling infrastructure in Laois town
A new speed limit, increased pedestrian crossings and new cycles lanes are some of a proposal to improve infrastructure in a Laois town.
The plan...
Coronavirus Daily Noticeboard – Thursday, June 25, 2020
Latest Virus Figures
1,727 people have now died from Coronavirus in Ireland – an increase of one from yesterday.
While there has been a total of...
Coronavirus: 18 further deaths and 761 new cases – as Gardai investigating Dublin ‘GAA...
There have been 18 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 761 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of the deaths reported today...
Laois EuroMillions players urged to check tickets as a lucky winner scoops up €400,000...
Check you tickets...it could be you!
A EuroMillions player in Laois has woken up €400,907 better off this morning after matching five numbers and one...
Portarlington Rugby Club holding reception for Ukrainian community
Various communities across Ireland are doing what they can to help Ukraine at their current time of incredible difficulty and tomorrow in Portarlington, the...
Almost €16,000 raised for Midlands Down Syndrome Centre as three Portlaoise employees complete cycle
Three Portlaoise employees have raised almost €16,000 in aid of Midlands Down Syndrome Centre following a marathon cycle.
Conor McGarry, David Phelan and Johan Erasmus...
Laois woman and chairperson of National Women’s Council praises passage of abortion law
The Abortion Bill passed all stages of the Oireachtas after a vote in the Seanad last night.
The National Women’s Council of Ireland (NWCI) is...
Coronavirus: 5 further deaths and 461 new cases as 25% of adults have now...
There has been five further Coronavirus-related deaths and 461 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
The Department are no longer...
Laois TD reveals staggering hospital waiting list figures
Laois TD Brian Stanley has outlined the simply staggering amount of people who are sitting on a hospital waiting list in the county.
Speaking recently,...
‘Micro-generation customers must wait until at least July to receive payment or credit’ says...
Environment Minister Eamon Ryan has confirmed that The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU) is not setting a date or deadline for the timing...
Angry council exchanges as blame is dished out over hospital plan
The five-year strategy by the HSE which includes the downgrade of Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise will be “physically removed” from Dr Susan O’Reilly’s hands...
Laois to play its part as week-long celebration of volunteering set to get underway
A week long celebration of volunteering is set to get underway next week as National Volunteering Week 2022 was launched.
National Volunteering Week, from May...
Bord na Móna propose major renewable gas plant near Portlaoise
Bord na Móna have unveiled plans for a major renewable gas facility at Cúil na Móna near Togher outside Portlaoise.
The semi-state company engaged in...
In Pictures: Celebrations in Ratheniska as Parishoners welcome reopening of Church of the Holy...
Sunday February 11 was a very special day for the people of Ratheneiska.
There have been several occasions to celebrate in recent times, with the...
Laois rents make for ‘grim reading’ – Stanley
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley says he is alarmed at the latest figures on private rental costs in Laois and that the case for...
ESB says ‘HSE paperwork’ holding up further enabling works at site of new Kolbe...
ESB Networks have provided Fine Gael TD Charlie Flanagan with an update on the ongoing works at the site of the new Kolbe Special...
In Pictures: Huge crowds turn out for Liam Kealy memorial match
The winding roads around St Joseph's GAA club in Kellyville were busier than usual on Thursday night. And why wouldn't they be.
This was no...
More than €9,000 raised for Cuisle Centre as ‘Towns Cup’ returns to Portlaoise
A golf competition which took place in Portlaoise over the Christmas break raised more than €9,000 for the Cuisle Cancer Support Centre.
The 'Towns Cup'...
LOETB receives lowest youth work funding in Ireland – ‘If we don’t spend money...
Young people in Laois "are being treated totally and completely unfairly," Laois County Council has heard.
In terms of youth funding, the Laois Offaly Educate...
Coronavirus: 14 further deaths and 368 new cases – seven in Laois
There have been 14 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 368 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities this evening.
12 deaths occurred in...
Kind Kellie-Ann donates 14 inches of hair to charity
Kellie-Ann Drury has made a considerable donation to charity.
The young Ballinakill girl gave an incredible 14 inches of hair to the Rapunzel Foundation yesterday,...
Gardai investigate crash after man was found driving the wrong way
Gardaí are investigating an incident after a man had been driving in the wrong direction on a motorway in Laois.
In the early hours of...
‘It’s not ok to close a community facility like this’
Ben Smith, who has been manager of Portlaoise Leisure Centre for the last couple of years and has worked there for the past 13...
Timahoe lights up for Christmas
There was loads of festive cheer in Timahoe on Saturday evening last as the Christmas lights on the Village green were officially switched on.
A large crowd...
Restaurant located on the grounds of popular Laois golf course announces closure
A restaurant located on the grounds of a popular Laois golf course has announced that it has closed down.
Seve's Bar and Restaurant, which has...
Abbeyleix festival to celebrate renowned Irish artist Francis Bacon
The life of internationally renowned Irish artist Francis Bacon is being celebrated in Abbeyleix next weekend.
The Abbeyleix Heritage Arts Festival will run from August 12-14 with...
‘It’s important to remember that cancer is not the end, it’s another step to...
Bob Flavin is a Laois-based motor journalist and social media personality.
As well as being a regular contributor on RTÉ programming, he also runs a...