Laois GAA club set to pedal to the max once again at 24 hour...
A Laois GAA club are set to get on their bikes for a 24 hour fundraiser once again this weekend.
Clonad GAA will be at...
Applications open for the first cost rental homes in Laois at a 27% discount...
Applications for the first ever cost rental homes in Laois will go live from 9am today - Wednesday, May 29.
The Maltings, which was delivered...
In Pictures: Mountrath Community School TY’s enjoy unforgettable trip to Italy
Transition Year students in Mountrath Community School enjoyed a trip to Italy to wrap up the year.
They were afforded the opportunity to see many...
In Pictures: Dunamase College host second ever Sixth Year graduation ceremony
The second ever Sixth Year graduation for Dunamase College was held in the Dunamaise Arts Centre recently.
33 students graduated; it was the graduation of...
India bound Dunamase College students set to host charity fundraising event
A group of students from Dunamase College are set to travel to India on an immersion programme in Kolkata.
The students are currently working hard...
The sky is the limit for as Laois teachers set for St Anne’s Special...
A Portarlington woman who is afraid of heights is adopting the mantra ‘Feel the fear and do it anyway’ as she prepares to join...
Weekend Read: Portlaoise ideal location for Regional Sports Centre according to newly released report
Talk of building a state-of-the-art, custom-built, national sports complex in Portlaoise is never far from the headlines in the Laois media.
It was confirmed in...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College celebrates evening of excellence with awards night
Portlaoise College hosted its annual Evening of Excellence, recognising outstanding achievements across a variety of categories.
The event was graced by guest speakers Dr. Sumi...
In Pictures: Sporting and academic excellence recognised at Dunamase College
Sporting and academic excellence was recognised as Dunamase College hosted two award ceremonies in recent days.
The sporting end of affairs took place on Friday,...
In Pictures: Celebration as Mountrath Community School hold Sixth Year graduation and Senior Awards
Mountrath Community School held their annual graduation ceremony for their departing sixth years on Wednesday, May 22.
The day also saw their Senior Awards handed...
In Pictures: Clonaslee College shines at annual awards and graduation ceremony
On Monday, Clonaslee College hosted a memorable awards and graduation ceremony, marking the achievements of its students with a celebration of talent, dedication, and...
Clonenagh National School to host Summer Fete in June
If you’re looking for a fun day out for all the family, why not head along to Clonenagh National School on Sunday, June 9.
The...
Portlaoise Hospital release statement as patients experiencing ‘very long waiting times’ in A&E
The Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise is experiencing a very busy period with a significantly increased number of people requiring admission to the hospital.
Where possible,...
Mountmellick students commended at national science competition
Students of Mountmellick Community school were highly commended at this year's ECO-UNESCO Young environmental scientist awards.
Over 1,000 people attended the finals and awards ceremony.
The...
Three Laois establishments recognised at All-Ireland final of the Irish Restaurant Awards
The All Ireland of Irish restaurants awards took place recently where various Laois entities brought home numerous awards.
The event was held in the Clayton...
Election Diary: Housing reform, farmers partnership and the future for Portlaoise
Labour candidate for Graiguecullen/Portarlington, Eoin Barry, has said that ending the scourge of vacant and abandoned homes in Laois will be a priority for...
In Pictures: Dusk Bird Chorus and Biodiversity Walk
The Laois Participation Network held a “Dusk Chorus Walk” at Derryounce lakes in Portarlington.
The Laois PPN is an organisation that promotes community, social inclusion...
Portlaoise College welcome employment insight programme
Second year students from Portlaoise College have completed their Work at World programme in conjunction with Business in Community Ireland and Laois County Council.
The...
In Pictures: Academic and sporting excellence recognised at Awards Day in Knockbeg College
The annual Awards Day and Parent's Day mass in Knockbeg College was held last week to acknowledge the achievements of the school in the...
Weekend Read: ‘Salud’ says Stapo Brown as Lanzarote bar venture shines
“It’s a home away from home,” says Liam ‘Stapo’ Brown of his pub in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote.
‘Stapo’s’ Kazbar’ is a magnet for many...
11 Laois schools receive Green-Schools flag awards for environmental excellence
11 schools across Laois were awarded their Green-School flag on May 14, an award for environmental management in primary and secondary schools.
All the Laois...
Truck and Tractor run set to take place in Timahoe in aid of national...
There is a Truck and Tractor run taking place in Timahoe on Saturday May 25 with all proceeds going towards the national school in...
In Pictures: Alan Meredith launches solo exhibition in Stradbally
Artist, Alan Meredith launched his first solo exhibition in Laois Arthouse on May 11 in Stradbally.
The exhibition remains open until June 21 Tuesday to...
In Pictures: Portlaoise College students achieve national award following groundbreaking project
The project Bridge Ability, led by Portlaoise College students has secured two national awards.
The students claimed a prize of €1,000 for their school, both...
Planning Permission granted for new residential development in Portarlington
Laois County Council have awarded planning permission to Kingscroft Developments Ltd for a residential development in Cooltederry, Portarlington.
The development is to comprise of 67...
Speech and Language Therapist to represent Laois at Blue Jean Country Queen Festival
The 2024 Blue Jean Country Queen Festival, organised by Meath Macra na Feirme, will take place in Athboy this coming June Bank Holiday Weekend...
HSE issue update following reports of ‘measles cases in maternity unit’ at Portlaoise Hospital
The HSE has released a statement following reports of measles cases at Portlaoise Hospital.
A patient in the hospital's maternity unit contacted LaoisToday and said...
Laois player scoops half a million euro in EuroMillions Plus Top Prize win
A player in Laois has woken up half a millon euro richer this morning after they scooped the EuroMillions Plus Top Prize of €500,000...
Young man from Laois honoured at Garda Youth Awards for ‘giving back to the...
A young person from Laois has been honoured at the 2024 Laois/Offaly Garda Divisional Youth Awards, held in the Killeshin Hotel in Portlaoise.
Patryk Paszkiewicz,...
In Pictures: Residents of Portlaoise complete groundbreaking climate action course
Diverse organisations participants celebrate the completion of a ‘groundbreaking’ climate action course in Portlaoise.
The course aims to equip communities with vital skills to tackle...
