In Pictures: Local man springs into action to clean up disgusting dumping at Laois...
On Sunday, we featured Dysart Woods in our latest article in the #LoveLaois series.
Directly opposite to the Rock of Dunamase, this wooded area has...
Decision to move Laois audiology services to Tullamore branded ‘regressive’
Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley has branded the decision to move audiology services from Portlaoise to Tullamore 'regressive'.
The Laois TD says that this will...
Greens hit out at ‘totally unacceptable’ removal of hedgerows for cycle path near Laois...
The removal of hedgerows to make way for a cycle lane and footpath near a Laois school has been branded as 'totally unacceptable' by...
Barrowhouse Ambush: ‘We’re looking back on history and we’re saying let’s give these guys...
Last Sunday in Barrowhouse - a quiet, rural, area between Athy and Ballylinan - there was a poignant moment as the church bells rang...
Ballinakill saddened by death of community stalwart Christy O’Shea
Often when you think of certain areas and communities, there is a name that will immediately spring to mind.
Christy O'Shea, who passed away over...
SVT Hub launches weekly Family Cycle Group in Stradbally
Lockdown is easing and the SVT Activity and Wellness Hub is getting ready for a busy summer.
The SVT Hub is based in Stradbally Vicarstown...
Laois Volunteers sought for baking birthday treats for people in Direct Provision centres and...
A group who bake cakes for people in Direct Provision and Emergency Accommodation hope to expand their work to Laois.
Consider It Cakes was launched...
Alison Dyer on her plans for charity work and the build up to the...
Newly crowned Miss Laois Alison Dyer says she is looking forward to using her role to make a positive difference.
The Portarlington native joined the...
In Pictures: Ground-breaking new Climate Action Walk launched in Laois
A ground-breaking new Climate Action Walk for Abbeyleix has been launched by Abbeyleix Tidy Towns, working in partnership with Laois County Council, Creative Ireland...
Residents of Laois housing estate unhappy as ‘first time buyers to be excluded’ from...
The residents of a private housing estate in Portarlington say they are disappointed that they were not consulted before it was agreed that an...
Up and Coming: Stradbally lady Áine Hennessy discusses her thriving online vintage fashion business
The pandemic has taken so much away - but it has brought out the very best in some young Laois people.
Our new series...
Laois charity shop announces closure following passing of ‘dear colleague and manager’
A Laois charity shop has announced it will close on Saturday May 29 following the passing of its manager.
Sheila Whelan from Doirefeá, Ballydavis, Portlaoise,...
Update provided on proposed flood relief scheme in Portarlington
An update has been provided on a the progress of the proposed flood relief scheme in Portarlington.
Parts of the town, along with Mountmellick, was...
Portlaoise Hospital issue statement as Emergency Department ‘very busy with significant delays’
Portlaoise Hospital has issued an updated statement on the continuing impact that the ransomware attack on the HSE is having on its services.
Outpatient radiology...
Laois heart failure patients urged to embrace free supports
The estimated 1,800 people living with heart failure in Laois are being urged to embrace a wide range of supports to help them manage...
Sadness as ‘founding member, former player and chairman’ of Laois GAA club passes away
There is sadness in Shanahoe today following the passing of a man who was heavily involved in their local GAA club.
Martin Breen passed away...
Brand new Laois Volunteer Centre launched in Portlaoise
The brand new Laois Volunteer Centre has officially been launched.
Yesterday, Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities Joe O'Brien revealed that...
Laois salon owner says there is a shortage of hair stylists in the county
Local salon owner David Finn says there is a shortage of hair stylists in Laois.
David is currently recruiting for his Portlaoise based salon, The...
Portlaoise Hospital issues statement as impact of ransomware attack results in cancelled appointments
Portlaoise Hospital has issued a statement on the impact that the ransomware attack on the HSE is having on its services.
Outpatient radiology appointments have...
Laois LGBTI+ announces expansion ahead of International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia
Laois LGBTI+ Project has rebranded and expanded to Midlands LGBT+ Project to include all midlands counties and is marking this and International Day Against...
In Pictures: Talented Laois students create beautiful mural outside building site
The TY students of a Laois secondary school came together last week to create a beautiful mural on Main Street in Portlaoise.
The new library...
Sadness at death of Carmel Murphy, former proprietor of Castle Arms Hotel in Durrow
The death has occurred of Carmel Murphy, the former proprietor of the Castle Arms Hotel in Durrow.
Mrs Murphy, who was in her 91st year,...
€270,000 allocated for upgrade works on rural roads and laneways in Laois
€270,000 has been allocated for repairs and improvement works on non-public roads in rural communities in Laois as part of the Government’s ‘Our Rural...
In Pictures: Community rallies together to raise huge sum of money for autism services...
Laois Offaly Families for Autism's first Annual Rainbow Day has proved a massive success with a staggering €19,000 raised.
Chairperson Breda Murray is very grateful...
‘School Community Impact Award’ at Young Social Innovators for Laois students
Students from Portlaoise CBS claimed a national award at the Young Social Innovators recently.
Gary Young O'Shea, Luke Walsh, Padraig Delaney, Finn Brophy, Cormac Allen,...
‘Great day’ as keys for brand new Laois school officially handed over
They say that great things are worth waiting for - and that is certainly the case for this Laois school.
Back in July 2017, almost...
Coronavirus: Four further deaths and 425 new cases as Tánaiste encourages use of antigen...
There have been four further Coronavirus-related deaths and 425 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Two of these deaths occurred...
Workers ‘must be prioritised’ as economy recovers from Covid pandemic
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley has called for a wave of legislation to be introduced to support workers as we emerge out of the...
Laois Heritage Projects awarded funding under Community Heritage Grants
Five Laois heritage projects have been awarded funding totalling over €44,000 by the National Heritage Council under the Community Heritage Grants Scheme.
Nationally, the scheme...
Coronavirus: No further deaths and 456 new cases as Laois now has sixth lowest...
There have been no further Coronavirus-related deaths and 456 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
With six new cases announced...
