Brave Laois woman to join a major challenge to help fellow EB sufferers
A brave Laois woman who battles constant pain caused by a crippling skin disease is ‘stepping up’ to join a major challenge to help...
Abbeyleix Bog granted funding of up to €75,000 for further restoration
Funding of up to €75,000 has been granted to deliver peatland restoration measures at the much-loved and widely-used Abbeyleix Bog.
The funding, which will be...
Workers in Laois-Offaly still waiting for pandemic bonus payment promised by Government
Local Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley has said that “the Taoiseach must directly intervene to ensure frontline workers in Laois/Offaly receive the pandemic bonus...
The story of the Portlaoise man who walked to Spain in memory of his...
A Portlaoise man has gone the distance to remember his beloved sister who died from stomach cancer during the pandemic, and to raise funds...
Explained: What the new structure on the Abbeyleix Road in Portlaoise actually is –...
Anyone driving on the Abbeyleix Road or Fr Browne Avenue bear O’Moore Park in recent weeks will have notice a significant new concrete structure...
Inside story of life as a prison officer in Portlaoise makes for riveting read
For the vast majority of people who lived in Portlaoise over recent decades, little was known about the goings on in the town’s maximum-security...
Luxury Laois country house nominated for European sustainability award
Inch House near Stradbally has been nominated for a European tourism sustainability award - organised by Quartz Inn Hotels - in the categories of...
New figures show a 31% decline in Laois pubs since 2005 – and 13...
New figures from the Drinks Industry Group of Ireland show that there have been 13 pub closures in Laois since Covid.
The data also shows...
Young Laois performers in with a chance of performing at Electric Picnic – as...
Have you ever dreamed of performing on stage? Were you born with a funny bone and fancy trying some stand-up comedy?
Or is poetry your...
‘Carers are fulfilling a vital role and I am calling on the Government to...
Local Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley is calling on the Government to improve the situation for Family Carers in the upcoming Budget.
“This week I met with...
Sadness at death of Noel Ryan from Portlaoise, huge supporter of community and charity...
There is sadness in Portlaoise and surrounding areas following the death of Noel Ryan, a man well known in business, community, charity and sporting...
In Pictures: Parks Tennis Summer Camp proves a big hit in Vicarstown
No matter what your interest is, there is a summer camp for you.
Not only are the options getting better, but there's also more coming...
Seven Laois outdoor projects share almost €220,000
A new lakeside trail in Kilminchy and a cycle hub in Durrow are among the seven outdoor projects in Laois that have been granted...
Gardaí appeal for information after attempted burglary on Laois hotel
Gardaí in Abbeyleix are appealing for information following an attempted burglary at the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
It's understood...
Laois car sales in July show increase though national figure is well down
New car sales in Laois were up 5% in July according to figures released this week by SIMI, the Society of the Irish Motor...
In Pictures: Laois County Council hold public consultation to hear views of the county’s...
On Tuesday of last week Laois County Council held a public consultation event in Bloom HQ, Mountrath, in order to seek the input and...
Death occurs of Tom Phelan, a former Labour Party General Election candidate in Laois
Tom Phelan of Clonkeen, Portlaoise and formerly of Ballinakill was a staunch Labour Party stalwart and standard bearer all his life.
He was a tireless campaigner...
Laois families and friends sought for Fáilte Ireland promotional video
Fancy getting your head on the telly?
Like to do something to promote Laois?
As part of a promotional campaign for Fáilte Ireland, a video is...
Belgian Blue All Ireland competitions held at Osssory Show
After a three-year hiatus, the Ossory Show returned last weekend - and one new feature as the Irish Belgian blue cattle-breeding society brought their...
In Pictures: Laois PPN hold a ‘Wild Food Wander’ at Ballintubbert House and Gardens
On a bright and sunny morning, Laois Public Participation Network (PPN) were recently delighted to hold a 'Wild Food Wander' at Ballintubbert House and...
Portlaoise Garda Station holding open day today to give insight into their daily work
Portlaoise Garda Station are holding an open day today from 12pm-3pm with a sensory hour from 11am-12pm.
The event is set to give a real...
HSE encouraging the public to stay safe and help protect hospitals and emergency departments...
As the August bank holiday approaches the HSE is encouraging the public to consider all care options before attending Emergency Departments (EDs) in the...
Back in business: Laois cake shop owner delighted to re-open after battling cancer
From crunching the numbers to having her cake and eating it, Sarah Walsh followed her passion in opening Miscellany Cakes.
Today (Friday, July 29),...
Call for ‘green machine’ to be deployed in Laois town that is ‘destroyed with...
July and August are very busy times for farmers as corn has to be cut and straw from the fields has to be baled...
A range of free activities planned as Heritage Week Event Guide launched
A guide to all the free, fun, family-friendly events taking place in Laois for Heritage Week has been launched.
The week, which takes place from...
Local Senator welcomes Cabinet approval to legislate for the designation of safe access zones
The Cabinet has given approval to legislate for the designation of safe access zones around healthcare premises to safeguard access to termination of pregnancy...
Laois Chamber welcomes extension of Night Time Economy Support Scheme
The Night-Time Economy Support Scheme to support off-peak entertainment in venues across the country has been extended.
With an additional investment of €1.4m now bringing...
Internationally renowned American actor set to visit Laois ‘before the end of the summer’
An internationally renowned Hollywood actor and his family are set to visit Laois by the end of the summer.
George Clooney, his wife Amal, and...
Laois County Council to paint rainbow pedestrian crossing in support for LGTBQI+ community
Laois County Council are to show their support for the LGTBQI+ community by painting the rainbow colours on a pedestrian crossing.
The decision was reached...
Portlaoise Rail and Sleeper Depot is fundamental to the future of rail transport in...
A major infrastructure showcase organised by Iarnrod Eireann at the Rail and Sleeper Depot, Old Knockmay Road in Portlaoise took place recently.
Minister of State...
