In Pictures: Camross, Stradbally, Vicarstown and Timahoe impress Pride of Place judges
Laois showcased its community champions superbly on Wednesday and Thursday, July 19 and 20.
The villages of Camross, Stradbally, Vicarstown and Timahoe greeted Mr Edward...
Laois author Helen Cullen pens touching tribute to Sinead O’Connor
"Sinéad O’Connor was a lighthouse in Ireland’s sea of dark madness, and her light will never go out."
There is a widespread sense of sadness...
Over €900,000 funding announced for non-public roads and lanes in Laois
A total of €926,415 in additional funding has been announced for repairs and improvement works on rural roads and laneways in Laois.
The funding is...
New property development in Errill given the green light
Laois County Council has given the go-ahead for the construction of 14 houses in the village of Errill.
Furey Consulting Engineers Ltd sought planning permission from...
Publicly funded IVF set to be available from September
The Government has made an announcement detailing the fertility services that will be publicly funded from September.
Eligible patients will be entitled to one full...
Laois County Council called upon to act to clean up ‘dirtiest river in Ireland’
Laois County Council have been called upon to take action to clean up a river that has been described as the 'dirtiest in Ireland'.
Independent...
Tickets to the All Ireland Final up for grabs as fundraiser in aid of...
Graiguecullen GAA have organised a fundraiser and they need as much support as is humanly possible.
The fundraiser is in aid of Jordan Touhy, a...
In Pictures: Laois public representatives attend Midlands Regional Meeting in Meath
Laois Public Participation Network (PPN) attended the recent Midlands Regional PPN (MRPPN) Meeting in Enfield, Meath.
Laois PPN Secretariat, Paddy Buggy, Laois PPN Resource Worker,...
Young musicians from Laois fundraise as they prepare to tour Japan this August
Five young harpers from Music Generation Laois, and their teacher Siobhan Buckley, are preparing to tour Japan this August.
The Music Generation Laois Senior Harp...
Ossory Agricultural Show rescheduled to Sunday, July 30
The Ossory Agricultural Show, originally slated for Sunday, 23rd July, unfortunately faced unforeseen challenges due to heavy rainfall and health and safety concerns.
"The safety...
Zero refurbishment grants issued in Laois since Vacant Homes scheme was launched
Recent revelations show that that no Vacant Home Refurbishment grants have been issued in Laois since the scheme opened last year.
There have been 73...
Serious questions arise following Bord na Mona application for historic peat extraction
It has emerged that Bord na Mona is to seek consent from An Bord Pleanála for historic peat extraction at the Garryhinch and Garrymore...
In Pictures: A place to meet, have a chat, connect and immerse yourself in...
The village of Timahoe was in prestine condition as a special guest arrived earlier this week to officially open the Timahoe Heritage Centre.
The Minister...
Laois retailer set to saddle up to raise funds for Down Syndrome Ireland
Laois retailer, Dermot Mulhall is inviting customers to support its Tour de MACE static cycle in-store in order to raise funds for its charity...
Laois County Council sets the standard for climate action with captivating video series
Laois County Council is taking a leadership role on climate action in partnership with local communities – working to reach its own climate targets...
Cistercian College Roscrea announces new Deputy Head of Boarding and Dean of Study
Cistercian College Roscrea haved announced the appointment of Mr Frank Kelly as Deputy Head of Boarding and Dean of Study.
Mr Kelly joins Cistercian College...
The week that was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Shock and sadness as Laois dad and son killed following tragic incident in Turkey
There is deep shock and sadness in Laois following...
Almost €25,000 raised as Laois dad enters the final of day of phenomenal fundraising...
A Laois dad is on the final day of a phenomenal fundraising walk where he has raised a staggering sum of almost €25,000.
Dermot McGann...
Government funding set aside for new Christmas tree in Mountmellick
Government funding has been set aside for the Reimagining Mountmellick’s Christmas Tree Project.
The famous old tree had been pride of place in Mountmellick since...
New tourist accommodation for Main Street in Portlaoise gets the green light
Plans have been given the go-ahead to develop tourist accommodation at a location on Main Street in Portlaoise.
The development is for a vacant shop...
15 years on, Fisherstown Tractor and Truck Run is continuing to raise money for cancer charities
Fisherstown Tractor and Truck Run was established in 2008 by members of the community, aiming to raise funds for a local cancer charity.
15 years...
Tribute paid to ‘talented hurler’ Laois dad and son who was ‘kindest boy you...
A Laois GAA club has paid tribute to a Laois dad and son who died tragically in Turkey earlier this week.
Mechanic Eoin Fitzpatrick, 36,...
Up to 85% of homes and businesses in Ballyfin and Rosenallis can now connect...
High speed broadband is now available for many homes in Ballyfin and Rosenallis as part of the National Broadband Plan.
National Broadband Ireland have said...
Warning that insurance premiums have jumped by almost 22% in the last year
The Consumers’ Association of Ireland has warned that insurance premiums have jumped by almost 22% in the last year. A remarkable figure.
Many homeowners in...
Excitement builds across Laois for the Judging Day at the Pride of Place Awards
The village of Camross and SVT Activity and Wellness Hub are representing Laois in the 2023 All Island Pride of Place Competition, with judging...
In Pictures: Vision, imagination and generosity praised as Carrigmeal Woodland Walks is officially opened
The vision, imagination and generosity of landowner James Deegan on Monday afternoon as Minister Heather Humphreys officially opened the Carrigmeal Woodland Walks, a stunning...
Laois TD launches staunch defence of Portlaoise Library cost as it officially opens to...
Portlaoise Library, ten years after the site was purchased on Main Street from Shaws, has officially opened its doors for business this morning.
The facility...
Minister Heather Humphreys turns the sod on new project in Portarlington
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, brought the curtain down on her tour of Laois on Monday evening by turning the sod...
In Pictures: A first look inside the brand new €7.5 million Portlaoise Library
There was a huge crowd in attendance as the brand new €7.5 million Portlaoise Library was officially opened this morning.
Minister Heather Humphreys was there...
Ministerial visit uncovers a hidden gem at Laois’s fingertips
Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys, began her grand tour of Laois this morning by officially opening the refurbished Mountmellick Arts Centre.
The...
