Organisers apply for licence as planning for Electric Picnic continues at full pace
After two years without an Electric Picnic, plans for this year's festival in Stradbally are continuing at full pace - with the formal licence...
Health and Safety Authority notified after Laois woman tragically dies following farm accident
The Health and Safety Authority has been notified following a tragic farm accident in Laois yesterday.
The woman, aged in her 60s, was killed following...
Shock at sudden death of young Portarlington teacher
There is widespread shock in Portarlington today at the sudden death of Colaiste Iosagain teacher Emily Seery.
A native of Edenderry in Offaly and only...
Public urged to share experiences of defects in apartments and duplexes in Laois
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, has today urged people to share their experiences of housing defects relating to...
New water mains confirmed for The Swan village and surrounding areas
Irish Water have confirmed that a new water mains is to be installed which will vastly improve the water supply in The Swan and...
Cost of living ‘gone through the roof’ as Laois TD warns increasing supply of...
A Laois TD has warned that increasing the supply of houses alone will not be enough to halt home purchase and rental costs.
Sinn Fein...
Laois groups invited to apply for share of €6.6 million Late Late Toy Show...
The huge generosity of viewers to the Late Late Toy Show Appeal is being turned into action with groups which support children in Laois...
Sadness in Timahoe and Stradbally communities at the passing of the much-loved Chrissie Kelly
There is sadness in the Timahoe and Stradbally communities this week following the death of Chrissie Kelly (nee O'Connor).
Mrs Kelly passed away following a...
Laois train users advised of disruption for two weeks due to ‘track removal works’
Iarnród Éireann has reminded customers on the Limerick to Ballybrophy via Nenagh line that two weeks of track renewal works will take place.
These will...
In Pictures: The Abbeyleix Climate Project wins major national award
The Abbeyleix Climate Action Project has been awarded the prestigious Supporting Sustainable Communities award in the Chambers Ireland Excellence in Local Government Awards.
The project...
WATCH: Gardai launch investigation after fire engulfs building in Laois town overnight
Gardai are investigating a fire that broke out in the early hours of this morning in Laois.
Dramatic footage captured the blaze that occurred at...
Laois secondary school launch Academic Challenge with prizes to be won for 4th and...
This year, in place of their annual STEM conference, Portlaoise College is offering an Academic Challenge competition for 4th and 5th class primary school...
Laois GAA club pays tribute following sad passing of ‘dedicated supporter’
There is sadness in Ballickmoyler this week following the passing of Margaret Brennan.
From Arles, Ballickmoyler, Ms Brennan passed away suddenly on Saturday January 22.
A...
Laois schools granted funding of €230,000 under the 2022 Summer Works Scheme
Four Laois schools have been granted funding of €230,000 under the 2022 Summer Works Scheme.
Camross National School, Barnashrone National School, St Fergal’s College Rathdowney...
Laois residents raise concerns for their village ahead of meeting on County Development Plan
A residents group who are representing people who live in Ballylinan have raised their concerns over proposals contained in the County Development Plan.
Laois County...
€3 million allocated for Laois for cycling and walking infrastructure in the county
Laois has been allocated €3 million for improvements to cycling and walking infrastructure across the county.
Nationally, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has allocated funds...
Sadness in Shanahoe at the passing of the highly-regarded Martin Kirwan
There was sadness in the rural community of Shanahoe this week with the passing of the highly-regarded Martin (Murt) Kirwan.
The Kirwan family haulage business...
Confirmed: Covid restrictions to be lifted – ‘today is a good day’ says Taoiseach...
Gone, gone, gone!
Almost all Covid-19 restrictions will lapse from 6am tomorrow, it has been confirmed by Taoiseach Micheal Martin this evening.
In his latest national...
After almost two years closed, Portlaoise Leisure Centre will re-open at the end of...
After almost two years closed to the general public, the Portlaoise Leisure Centre will re-open on Monday, February 28.
Now operating under the name 'Laois...
Laois allocated more than €175,000 for Creative Ireland local authority projects
Laois County Council have been allocated €175,161 for Creative Ireland local authority projects.
This partnership between the Government Departments and Local Authorities is being enabled...
‘Great news for Portlaoise Hospital’ as senior dietitian for diabetic services set to be...
The HSE has confirmed that a recruitment process to hire a senior dietitian for diabetic services in Portlaoise Hospital is underway.
So says Sinn Fein...
Two Laois shops sell big winning tickets in €19 million weekend Lotto draw
Two Laois shops sold winning Lotto tickets of €36,687 each in Saturday's draw where the jackpot of €19 million was won.
149 players had five...
Laois Association Dublin pay tribute following sad passing of their secretary
The Laois Association Dublin has paid tribute following the sad passing of their secretary Michael Butler.
Abbeyleix man Michael died in St Vincent's Hospital after...
Laois hairdressers set to host Women’s Aid fundraiser in memory of Aisling Murphy
A Laois hair and beauty salon is planning a fundraiser for Women's Aid in memory of the late Ashling Murphy.
The 23-year-old Offaly primary school...
‘Damning poll finds more than half of adults have not heated their homes due...
Independent TD for Laois-Offaly Carol Nolan has described the findings of a recent Amarach poll on the actions people have taken in response to...
Resignation of entire Disabled Drivers Medical Scheme Appeals Board ‘gravely concerning’ says Laois TD
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley has expressed grave concern at news that the entire Disabled Drivers Medical Scheme Appeals Board has resigned.
According to Deputy...
Sadness in Portlaoise at the death of Tom Looby
The death occurred of Tom Looby last week, a well-known man in Portlaoise who had the distinction of winning Laois senior hurling medals in...
Search launched for Miss Laois in the 75th year of the Miss Ireland event
Diamonds are forever for the Miss Ireland Organisation as this year marks its 75th Jubilee of the competition with plans for the largest and...
End of an era in Courtwood and Rath community following death of Pete Corcoran
This week marked the end of an era in the small rural areas of Courtwood and Rath following the death of Pete Corcoran, one...
‘Cost for antigen tests is too high’ says Laois TD who calls on Health...
Laois TD Charlie Flanagan has called on the Minister for Health to provide free antigen tests to 'hard pressed families'.
The Fine Gael TD has...
