Strong Laois link to Mona McSharry’s thrilling Olympic swimming success
A nation held its breath this evening as Irish swimmer Mona McSharry claimed an Olympic bronze medal in thrilling circumstances in the women's 100m...
In Pictures: Laois PPN host Midlands regional meeting at Castle Durrow
Delegates from across the Midlands received a warm welcome to County Laois at the wonderful Castle Durrow, for the MRPPN meeting hosted by Laois...
Road safety ‘now the number one issue in Laois’ amid growing concerns in Camross...
"Road safety is now the number one issue in Laois," a local County Councillor has said, amid growing concerns in both Camross and Ballyfin.
Cllr...
Woodenbridge Paddlers announce latest challenge for Autism, travelling from Boston to New York
The Woodenbridge Paddlers have announced their latest Paddle Challenge to support the new Centre For Autism in St Fergal's College, Rathdowney.
The challenge will be...
Rathdowney urged to ‘move with the times’ amid accusations of discrimination against rural Laois...
A local County Councillor has called for Rathdowney to "move with the times," while another has accused Laois County Council of "discrimination" against rural...
Durrow Scarecrow Festival set to get underway – for the last time in its...
The highly anticipated Durrow Scarecrow Festival returns this Sunday - for what will be the last year of the event in its current guise.
The...
Hollywood actor to run marathon with ‘miracle’ Laois woman after 40th birthday
Colin Farrell has paid a moving tribute to a close friend marking her ‘miracle’ 40th birthday – and revealed he is running a marathon...
In Pictures: Glitz and glamour at the Portlaoise College Debs
The 2024 debs season in Laois is underway and there was serious style in Portlaoise on Sunday evening.
The class of 2024 from Portlaoise College...
Roadworks scheduled for popular Laois tourist destination in Slieve Bloom mountains
The Cathole Falls is among the most popular visitor attractions in Slieve Bloom Mountains, along with Glenbarrow Waterfall and the Ridge of Cappard boardwalk.
The...
Young Laois man opens up on overcoming mental health battles
This article contains detailed content relating to suicide and depression. Some viewers may find it distressing. Reader’s discretion is advised.
This a glimpse into a...
Clonaslee High Nelly Club plans special fundraiser
On Sunday, August 4, Clonaslee High Nelly Club is hosting their annual summer fundraising event in aid of St. Manman's Church Roof Restoration Project.
This...
€32,680 for seven Laois projects under the Communities Integration Fund 2024
Seven projects in Laois have been granted funding to support migration integration projects.
The projects in Laois are based in Portlaoise, Portarlington and Mountrath.
The news...
Gum Litter Taskforce Roadshow takes to Portlaoise to tackle gum disposal
The Gum Litter Taskforce (GLT) took to the streets of Portlaoise on the recently as part of its Summer Roadshow.
Local authorities and communities were...
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) accused of being ‘out of touch and out of control’
Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) have been accused of being "completely and utterly out of touch and out of control" following "botched" roadworks between Durrow...
Excitement building as Cycle for the Down Syndrome Centre Midlands upcoming
Powerpoint Engineering’s Annual Charity Cycle is taking place in just under five weeks.
Conor McGarry, Johan Erasmus, David Phelan and Gavin Deering will cycle 543km...
New special needs classrooms announced for Portarlington
Coláiste Íosagáin in Portarlington will receive funding to provide a new classroom for special needs children with special educational needs.
As well as this, the...
Irish water accused of “leaving the people of Mountmellick in an awful situation” after...
Irish water have been accused of "leaving the people of Mountmellick in an awful situation" after an unannounced water stoppage in the town.
The water...
Laois GAA clubs raffling off tickets for All-Ireland football final, Electric Picnic and Coldplay
Three Laois GAA clubs are holding fundraising events at the moment, each with massive prizes on offer.
Firstly, Kilcavan GAA are raffling off two tickets...
In Pictures: Serious style as debs season for 2024 continues with St Fergal’s Rathdowney
The 2024 debs season in Laois is underway and there was serious style in Rathdowney last night.
The class of 2024 from St Fergal's in...
In Pictures: Weekend to remember at Mountmellick Heritage and Arts Festival
The Mountmellick Heritage and Arts Festival took place over the weekend, with a series of events running from Friday, July 12, to Sunday 14.
The...
Two projects announced to help house people with intellectual disabilities in Laois
Capital funding has been announced for two Laois disability projects which will help house local people with intellectual disabilities.
The two projects will provide a...
Friends of Portlaoise Hospital raffling off Laois GAA Season Club Pass ahead of 2024...
The charity group, Friends of Portlaoise Hospital are holding a fabulous raffle to help raise funds for the Midlands Regional Hospital Portlaoise.
The raffle 2024...
Over €4million boost for rural Laois development under newly launched LEADER scheme
The announcement of over €4million funding for rural development projects in Laois was celebrated recently in the offices of Laois Partnership Company, at the...
Dáil told ‘private waste collection operators want to hit everyone in their pockets’ amid potential...
"The slogan in this country for many years has been, reduce, reuse, recycle; and when the people of Ireland do the right thing, the...
Government urged to address youth funding in upcoming budget with Laois/Offaly lowest funded region...
A local TD has brought before the Dáil the issue of acutely low funding for the Laois Offally Educate Together Board (LOETB).
Sinn Féin's Brian...
HSE’s Financial Management Project deemed ‘unacceptable’ by Public Accounts Committee
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has criticised as "unacceptable" the 20-month delay, and €40 million budget increase, for a crucial integrated financial management project...
Comrades of Cuisle raise astonishing €20,000 for Laois Cuisle Centre
The local community group Comrades of Cuisle have presented a check for over €20,000 for the Laois Cuisle Centre.
Comrades of Cuisle united to raise...
Planning: Conditional approval for 72 houses in Portlaoise and Montessori school in Stradbally
Laois County Council have given conditional approval for two noteworthy projects in recent days.
The first is in Portlaoise, where Brook Advantage Ltd have sought...
Laois Olympian Alanna Fitzpatrick to be honoured at ceremony in Portarlington this Wednesday
It's not every day that Laois sends an athlete to the Olympic Games.
In June, Team Ireland announced the official Women’s and Men's Sevens squads...
Local residents group meet with Office of Public Works amid growing flood concerns in...
A local residents group has met with Senior Staff of the Office of Public Works (OPW) and management of Laois County Council (LCC) to...
