Laois people aged 60-64 to register for their COVID-19 AstraZeneca Vaccine
Laois people aged 60-64 are being asked to register for their Covid-19 vaccine from today.
The HSE has opened the portal for those aged 64...
Archive of late Laois historian secured with hopes it can be displayed on newly...
The archive of a late local historian and businessman has been secured by Laois County Council.
Mathews, a well-known historian and author of several books...
Laois to be as hot as the French Riviera as temperatures to soar this...
Have the sunglasses, shorts and barbeques at the ready - as this weekend is expected to be glorious.
Temperatures could get up to 20 degrees...
‘Offensive’ graffiti and ‘runners on wires’ to be removed in Portlaoise
A call for some graffiti in Portlaoise, that has been described as 'offensive' and 'menacing', to be removed was made at a Laois County...
Plea for action over anti-social behaviour at derelict house as neighbours unable to sleep
A plea has been made for action to be taken over a vacant property in Portlaoise which is routinely the scene of anti-social behaviour.
The...
Almost €300,000 for Laois Sports Partnership in latest round of government funding
Sport Ireland has granted €296.721 to Laois Sports Partnership to assist them in their ongoing work in developing sports throughout the county.
Funding of €9.5...
In Pictures: Laois hurlers take to the water in support of fundraiser for local...
The Woodenbridge Paddlers Association has recently been granted planning permission by Laois County Council to develop The Erkina Blueway.
This will connect the towns of...
Coronavirus: 10 further deaths and 617 new cases as Intel confirm Covid outbreak at...
There have been 10 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 617 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of those who died, seven...
‘Great day’ for Kolbe Special School as brand new building moves a step closer
Today has been heralded as a 'great day' for Kolbe Special School as there has finally been progress on their hopes for a new...
Warning to golfers after spate of robberies hit golf clubs including Laois
Gardai and golf clubs in Laois have warned golfers to be vigilant ahead of their return to the course next week.
The warning comes after...
‘Shock’ and ‘sadness’ following the passing of beloved Stradbally woman
There is deep 'shock' and 'sadness' in Stradbally this week following the sudden passing of Elizabeth Casey.
Mrs Casey passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, surrounded...
Meeting called following harrowing details of thefts and cars driving over graves in Laois...
A meeting between Laois County Councillors, Council officials and members of the St Peter & Paul’s cemetery committee in Portlaoise has been called after...
Concerns raised over Graiguecullen housing estates as issues drag on
Two separate housing estates in Graiguecullen were discussed at this week's meeting of the Graiguecullen-Portarlington Municipal District held virtually by Laois County Council.
Issues with...
Grants of up to €4,000 available to Laois businesses for outdoor dining equipment
Grants funding totalling 75% of a maximum of €4,000 is available for a new Laois County Council and Failte Ireland scheme aimed at making...
Gardai launch investigation after house broken into in Laois village
Gardai have launched an investigation after a house was broken into in Rosenallis today.
The incident happened in the Lower Meelick area of the village...
Laois TD urges cross-party support for Sinn Féin mental health motion
Sinn Fein TD Brian Stanley has urged cross-party support for Sinn Féin’s motion calling for an emergency response to the accelerating mental health crisis.
This...
Coronavirus: 15 further deaths and 401 new cases as study finds regular exercise helps...
There have been 15 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 401 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of the deaths notified today,...
Funding secured for major improvement works on ‘dangerous’ roundabout on busy Laois road
Major improvement works are set to be carried out in the coming months on a 'dangerous' roundabout on a busy Laois road.
The roundabout in...
Anger over slow progress of installing electric car charging points in rural Laois
A Laois County Councillor has expressed his frustration over the lack of electric car charging points in the area of the county that he...
Calls for a ‘retractable canopy’ to be erected on Main Street in Portlaoise
The Covid-19 pandemic has meant that we have all had to adapt the way we live our lives - and one Laois County Councillor...
Portlaoise Carphone Warehouse to close as company set to shut more than 80 stores...
Carphone Warehouse are set to close their 80 stores in Ireland - including their shop in Portlaoise.
In total it will lead to the loss...
Plans submitted to build additional homes in two existing Laois housing estates
Planning applications have been submitted to build additional homes in two existing Laois housing estates.
In Ballylinan, it is intended that nine new properties will...
New suicide prevention charity SOSAD hope to have Laois office open by early June
A suicide prevention group that is setting up an office in Laois are hoping that they will be operational in the county by late...
Coronavirus: 11 further deaths and 390 new cases as Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine...
There have been 11 further Coronavirus-related deaths and 390 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
Of the deaths notified today,...
Former Laois Minister welcomes High Court approval for new Glanbia cheese plant
Laois TD Charlie Flanagan has welcomed a High Court decision regarding an An Taisce objection to a new Glanbia cheese plant.
Earlier this month, a...
Local senator backs campaign to ease Covid-19 restrictions for new and expectant parents
A campaign led by a new mum to ease Covid restrictions in maternity hospitals banning partners from the crucial 20-week scan, early labour and...
Local group hosting online meeting to explore Blueway project opportunities
Anyone who has been in Vicarstown recently will have noticed that work is in progress on the Blueway project, an exciting walking facility that...
Hopes for Electric Picnic and Ploughing Championships as mass vaccination to begin in Laois...
The opening of a mass vaccination centre in Laois this week gives hope that events such as the Electric Picnic and the World Ploughing...
Programme of public lighting would improve service and efficiency, local council meeting hears
The western area of Laois - known in the county council circles as the Borris-in-Ossory/Mountmellick Municipal District - should be a pilot project for...
Coronavirus: No further deaths and 403 new cases as British Covid figures provide hope
There have been no further Coronavirus-related deaths and 403 new cases, according to figures released by the health authorities today.
With less than five new...
