The unsigned contract for the National Broadband Plan angers TD
There was strongly voiced discontent towards the lack of progressive movement on the National Broadband Plan from a South Kildare TD.
Fianna Fáil TD for...
Laois needs new sources of drinking water as water levels hit record low
Irish Water is looking for new sources of drinking water in Laois.
This comes as an Environmental Protection Agency report on supplies across the country...
Laois man to consider running for the Aras
Former GAA president Liam O'Neill has said he is considering challenging Michael D Higgins and entering the presidential race which will be decided by...
Prime Portlaoise town centre site gets new zoning status
The potential of the Maltings Site in Portlaoise was highlighted with its change of zoning in the draft Portlaoise Local Area Plan this week.
The...
In Pictures: Camross CCE sweep the boards at Leinster Fleadh
Camross Comhaltas Ceoltori Eireann won 10 individual Leinster titles and one ceili band title over the weekend.
The sweeping success was achieved by the local...
In Pictures: Laois libraries welcome a very special Dublin dragon
Mystical dragon 'Gringer the Whinger' has had a massive impression on the children of Laois as he made a very magical visits to Holy...
Irish Grain Growers seek derogation on use of cover crops to alleviate fodder crisis
There has been a huge fodder shortage for animals for the majority of this year.
There is little sign of the shortage letting up, ensuring...
Woodenbridge Paddlers Erkina river festival enjoys a wave of success
Woodenbridge Paddlers celebrated 20 years of existence in style with their Erkina River Fest recently.
Events kicked off at the Woodenbridge on Sunday June 30.
The...
Council agrees to zone extra Portlaoise land for housing
An additional 18 hectares of land have been zoned residential under the draft Portlaoise Local Area Plan which could allow for an additional 5-600...
Tour de Picnic gearing up for its tenth year
Brought to you in association with Expert Laois
There's less than 2 months to go before 55,000 picknickers will descend on Stradbally Hall for the...
Laois farmers are in the top ten Basic Payment earners
Farmers in Laois are in the top ten earners for average payments in the country under the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS).
The Farming Independent revealed...
Man who tragically drowned in Spanish lake named as Portlaoise teen
A 19-year-old who tragically drowned in a Spanish lake over the weekend has been named.
According to the Irish Independent, 19-year-old Joshua Osahon disappeared on Saturday...
CAB investigating suspected Laois criminals
The Criminal Assets Bureau (CAB) is currently investigating two suspected criminals in Laois.
A further 7 preliminary investigations are underway on people in the county...
Dramatic rise of thefts in Laois
Thefts in Laois jumped from 75 up to 132 in the last three months, when compared with the second quarter of 2017, latest garda...
UPDATED: Massive jobs boost as Glanbia and Leprino to open plant in Portlaoise
For the second week in a row, we have great news to bring you on the jobs front.
Almost 330 jobs are set to be...
In Pictures: Shock as blades left in Portlaoise park
There has been widespread shock at the discovery of razor blades in a park in Portlaoise over the weekend.
The Portlaoise Community Noticeboard posted pictures...
Plans to ‘arm’ prison officers in Portlaoise
Prison officers in the Midlands Prison are set to be armed with batons and body cameras.
According to the Irish Examiner, bosses are considering the...
Free GP care announced for Laois carers
Free GP care is to be extended to carers in Laois, it has been confirmed by Minister for Justice and Equality, Charlie Flanagan
Minister Charlie...
Austin Stack sets up service to mediate in local conflicts
Austin Stack, the Portlaoise man who has campaigned for justice for his father Brian who was murdered by the IRA, has offered to mediate...
Long awaited works to begin in Ballylinan estate
Receivers have agreed to pay a €198,000 bond to Ballylinan housing estate, Gracefield Manor, for long awaited works to be completed.
A complicated financial situation...
Traffic survey to go ahead near Timahoe playground
Due to concerns about children's safety, a speed survey and traffic count will be carried out near Timahoe playground.
The decision follows a proposal from...
Care urged on roads as rain leads to dangerous driving conditions
Motorists in Laois are urged to drive carefully today after rain overnight and this morning will lead to more difficult driving conditions following the...
Property Watch: Five pieces of agricultural land currently for sale in Laois
Irey, Ballyfin, Co. Laois
The circa 50 acre farm has been placed on the market in Irey, Ballyfin, Co Laois. The property is Located just under...
Laois housing estate to be auctioned online this week
An estate of 18 houses in Laois could be yours for just over €1 million.
The portfolio of 18 houses in Borris-in-Ossory will be offered...
This remarkable Laois man is all set for the European wheelchair soccer championships
While the Midlands might not be synonymous with European championship soccer, this looks set to change as one Laois man is representing the region in...
All of Friday evening’s Laois GAA results
There was a busy evening of GAA action around Laois this evening with the re-fixed Division 4 hurling league final between Abbeyleix and Rathdowney-Errill...
Laois to Kildare motorways will be left in the dark – Fleming
According to one local TD, public lighting at many of the motorway junctions in Laois and in Kildare are to be switched off in...
Funding provided for new first responder ambulance in Laois
Funding of €50,000 has been provided to purchase an ambulance for a voluntary organisation in Laois.
The Irish Red Cross - Laois, based in...
Laois farmers set to cook up a storm for a worthy cause this weekend
Get your knives and forks ready - one of the biggest summer barbecues in Laois is taking place this weekend.
Farmers from near and far...
Mop-up operations continue on burning peat in Slieve Blooms
Mop-up operations in the Slieve Bloom mountains were continuing right up to last night, following a fire which began there over 10 days ago.
Laois...
