Former Laois-based doctor involved in a massive humanitarian fundraiser for Ukraine
A former Laois-based doctor is involved in a massive humanitarian campaign that has been launched in response to the war in Ukraine.
Kateryna Kachurets, who...
Laois primary school and Dunamaise Arts Centre receive funding under separate schemes
Mayo National School in Crettyard is to receive funding under the Emergency Works Scheme 2021.
The money, issued by the Department of Education,is to repair...
‘Urgent need’ to update National Strategy to Combat Energy poverty says local TD
Laois-Offaly TD Carol Nolan has called on the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications to immediately update the national Strategy to Combat Energy...
Laois author publishes two more books in the brilliant ‘Declan Kirby GAA Star’ series
Laois author Michael Egan is set to publish two more books in his children's series Declan Kirby GAA Star.
The Killenard man, who works as a...
Powerful new mural unveiled in Portlaoise to mark Midlands LGBT+ first birthday
A very impressive new mural to mark the first birthday of the the Midlands LGBT+ project was unveiled in Portlaoise yesterday when Minister of...
Laois community rallies to send supplies to Ukraine
When there's a war raging on the far side of the continent, there's a certain sense of helplessness in this part of the world.
But...
Portarlington group seeking to raise €20,000 for upkeep of the beautiful Derryounce Lakes
A community group in Portarlington are hoping to raise €20,000 for the general maintenance of the Derryounce Lakes, Trails and Parklands.
Portarlington Community Development Association...
€500,000 for Killeshin Digital Hub as projects in Mountrath, Knock and Camross also funded
The rural area of Killeshin on the outskirts of Carlow town has developed considerably over the past number of years due to tireless community...
Rosenallis-based Ukrainian among those to travel home to assist war effort
A Ukrainian man who had been working in Rosenallis is among those who have travelled back to their home country to join the war...
Wheelchair accessible swing comes to Laois playground after years of campaigning
After years of campaigning, a Laois playground has finally had its wheelchair accessible swing installed.
Portlaoise Leisure Centre is having huge work carried out on...
In Pictures: Laois U-20 hurlers climb Croagh Patrick to raise money for Women’s Aid
The Laois U-20 hurlers will be hoping to scale some heights on the field this year - and they have already conquered a big...
Vintage clothes sale in St Vincent de Paul in Stradbally this weekend
St Vincent de Paul in Stradbally have a vintage sale this weekend in their shop in the town.
"We have racks jam-packed with all things...
Laois’s most popular baby names of 2021 are revealed
Jack and Grace were the most popular baby names chosen by parents in Laois in 2021.
The latest figures are revealed in a CSO publication...
Laois teenager instrumental in the establishment of discount travel card for those aged 19...
A Laois teenager has played a role in a new discount travel card which will hopefully be released nationally in April.
Caoimhe Moore, a Fifth...
Citizen science project aimed at improving water quality in Laois launched
A citizen science partnership empowering citizens to take part and collect data in a programme of water quality testing on the River Nore and...
Emo Court set to host major new one-day business and sporting event this May
Emo Court and Parklands will host a major new one-day business and sporting event this May, which is expected to attract up to 5,000...
Grants of up to €50,000 available in Laois as CLAR Programme details announced
The Government has launched a €7million fund to develop community facilities and amenities in rural areas under the 2022 CLÁR Programme.
The CLÁR Programme is...
Laois TD calls for the planned May increase in Carbon Tax to be halted
A Laois TD has called on the Government to halt the May increase on Carbon Tax in order 'not to heap further pressure on...
Meet the Laois director whose short film has been selected to be shown at...
A young Laois man's short film is set to be shown at the prestigious Dublin Film Festival.
Robert O'Sullivan, a 21-year-old from Ballyfin, is the...
New bill aims to combat the scourge of derelict buildings in Laois and across...
Laois Green Party representatives have welcomed the Vacancy Dereliction and Regeneration Bill 2022 which was launched yesterday.
Under this Bill, homes that are vacant in...
Outdoor Recreation Infrastructure Scheme launched as Laois TD encourages those eligible to apply
A major Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme has been launched that will support dozens of outdoor adventure projects across the country.
This €15 million fund...
In Pictures: All smiles as Ballyroan-Abbey and Abbeyleix celebrate incredible 2020 minor double success
There was serious style in the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel at the weekend as a group of teenagers finally got to celebrate their unprecedented success.
In...
Laois driving licence services must be reinstated to the Council says local TD
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley says that driving licence services should be reinstated to Laois County Council.
This comes after it was revealed last week...
Laois parents encouraged to apply as School Transport Scheme for 2022/23 opens for applicants
New applications for the school transport scheme for the coming school year 2022/23 are now being accepted.
Laois TD Charlie Flanagan has encouraged parents to...
Lower public transport fares needed now not in May says local Labour representative
Labour's representative in Laois has called on the government to introduce the promised lower fares on public transport immediately.
It was announced previously that people...
‘Government must maintain and increase supports for 1,724 people living with epilepsy in Laois-Offaly’...
Independent TD for Laois and Offaly, Carol Nolan, has extended her support to the 1,724 people within the constituency who are currently living with...
Abbeyleix daycare in limbo but some progress on Portlaoise and Mountmellick
Local TD Brian Stanley has said that badly-needed progress has been made on Portlaoise and Mountmellick Day Care Centres - but that the situation...
A first for Midland Regional Hospital Portlaoise as it offers a new program for...
The Midland Regional Hospital (MRH) in Portlaoise is offering patients with type 1 diabetes a DAFNE (Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating) course.
It aims to teach participants how to...
Frustration expressed over withdrawal of day care services from Abbeyleix
There is extreme frustration with the current situation where day care services are no longer being offered in Abbeyleix hospital.
The issue was raised at...
Portlaoise set to hold two-day St Patrick’s Street Festival this year
After two successive years without a St Patrick's Day parade, Portlaoise will hold a two-day festival in the town this year.
The Portlaoise St Patrick’s...
