Garda appeal for information following fatal road collision in Laois
Gardai are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision in Laois in the early hours of the morning.
At around 3.15am, a single-vehicle...
In Pictures: Community comes together as Laois principal retires after 44 years of service
A huge crowd turned out at The Swan Community Hall to celebrate the career of a much loved member of the area.
Kathleen Boland officially...
Independent TD makes the case for additional GPs and outlines shortages in Laois
Independent TD Brian Stanley has spoken about a shortage of GPs in Laois in the Dail recently.
Speaking directly to Taoiseach Micheal Martin, Deputy Stanley...
Laois Library Service launches Summer Stars Reading Programme
Laois Libraries officially launched this year’s Summer Stars Reading Programme with special guest, children’s author Sarah Webb in Portlaoise Library.
Sarah joined Cathaoirleach of Laois...
In Pictures: Men’s Health Week 2025 celebrated in men’s sheds across Laois
Laois PPN, in collaboration with Healthy Laois, received a heartfelt welcome from the Portlaoise Men’s Shed, Mountmellick Men’s Shed, and Knock Vintage and Men’s...
Castletown community to come together for summer festival
The various hard-working communities in Castletown are coming together this Sunday to host a summer festival in the village which promises to be a...
Cosy Choir dazzles with magical sold out community concert to celebrate ten years
On Friday evening last, the Cosy Choir delivered an a performance to celebrate their ten year anniversary in front of a sold out audience.
Held...
Laois primary school named a Green-Schools Water School of the Year
Scoil Mhuire, Abbeyleix, were named as regional Water School of the Year at the An Taisce Green-Schools awards, which were held in Dublin last...
New initiative bringing STEM subjects to life for children with autism in three Laois...
Children with autism in Laois are taking part in a ground-breaking initiative to explore science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) in a way that...
Another milestone year for Laois woman with most severe form of rare skin disease
Ireland’s longest-surviving person battling the most severe type of epidermolysis bullosa (EB) has received over 2,000 birthday messages ahead of her 41st birthday on...
News in Brief: Public transport needs, upgrade grants for Laois properties and funding for...
Stanley highlights public transport needs during Dáil debate
Laois Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley had a busy time of it at last week's Dáil Debate on...
In Pictures: Amber Flag Award for Scoil Fionntáin Naofa, Shanahoe after a year of...
Scoil Fionntáin Naofa, Shanahoe has been awarded their first ‘Amber Flag’ from Pieta House for promoting positive mental health and wellbeing across the school...
In Pictures: Big crowd in attendance as ‘Peace Rally’ for Palestine takes place in...
A powerful demonstration of solidarity with the people of Palestine took place in Portlaoise yesterday.
Organisers say that hundreds of people gathered for a Peace...
Calling all bands: Laois woman searching for talent for upcoming fundraiser to support local...
A local woman is putting out the call for bands, singers and musicians who would like to get involved with a new fundraiser for...
Laois author set to host free webinars and online workshops for Brunel University of...
A Laois author is set to host a series of free webinars and online workshops for Brunel University of London.
Helen Cullen, from Portlaoise, has...
Portlaoise College announces Entrance Scholarship award winners for 2025
Two exceptional incoming students have been awarded the prestigious Entrance Scholarships at Portlaoise College for 2025.
This year’s recipients are Rafaels Zemvalds, a pupil at...
In Pictures: Big crowd in attendance as Mountmellick launches Draft Town Centre First Plan
A step-by-step guide has been outlined for members of the community to help their voices be heard following the launch of the Draft Town...
Well wishes paid as ‘incredibly hard working’ Laois teacher retires after 28 years of...
It was an emotional occasion in St. Peter’s Church of Ireland Church in Portlaoise on Thursday as a long serving teacher retired.
Jayne Breslin was...
HSE change plans ‘for a third time’ on Mountrath Health Centre
Local Independent Republican TD Brian Stanley has said that the HSE have changed plans again for the third time on Mountrath Health Centre.
Outlining the...
WATCH: ‘War to Welcome in The Little Town’ – How Stradbally responded when war...
A lovely event took place in Stradbally Library last night as members of the community came together for a special screening.
'From War to Welcome...
‘Let’s have a bit of craic’ – First ever Stradbally Parish Picnic set to...
The Parish of Stradbally, which includes Timahoe and Vicarstown, is set to come together this Sunday for a picnic.
Fr David Vard is inviting everyone...
In Pictures: Community comes out in force for Mountrath landscaping and public realm plans
The people of Mountrath turned out in impressive numbers recently for a vibrant and highly engaging Public Information Evening on proposed enhancement works to...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Climate Alliance meet for successful creative collaboration
The Portlaoise Climate Alliance, working for a Low Carbon Portlaoise, met for their first bi-annual session of 2025 recently.
With over 35 members, representing 21...
HSE granted planning permission for new modular day-care facility in Abbeyleix despite local reservations
The Health Service Executive (HSE) have been granted planning permission by Laois County Council to instal a temporary single-storey modular unit in Abbeyleix.
The facility...
Cosy choir to celebrate ten-year anniversary with sold-out concert in Mountrath
A Laois choir is set to celebrate ten years with their first ever solo concert in what promises to be a night of "song,...
Planning permission granted for 67-unit development in Portarlington which will finally complete three unfinished...
The Planning Authorities at Laois County Council have recently awarded permission for a major developer to begin construction on a 67-unit project in Portarlington.
Kingscroft...
Third Lidl coming to Laois as planning permission granted for new Supermarket in Graiguecullen...
A third Lidl is coming to Laois after an application for planning permission was recently granted by the local Planning Authorities.
The application is for...
€125,000 allocated for construction of a space for teenagers in Laois park
The Government has awarded €125,000 to Laois County Council to be allocated to create a space for teenagers.
Laois County Council worked with Laois Comhairle...
Seven-year-old Laois girl Ellie Culleton growing her hair and raising much-needed funds for three...
A young Laois girl has been growing her hair for three charities as she prepare to have it cut next weekend.
Seven-year-old Ellie Culleton from...
Portarlington to host second ‘Gig for Gaza’ to raise money for Palestine Aid
The Anvil Inn Portarlington is set to host a charity gig with all ticket proceeds to go towards Palestine Aid on Sunday next, June...
