In Pictures: Laois Federation of Tidy Towns hosts seminar promoting community engagement and sustainability
The Laois Federation of Tidy Towns held its recent seminar, which took place on June 19 at the Camross Community Hub.
The seminar brought together...
Laois Councillor “disillusioned” with lack of progress at derelict site in Portlaoise
A local councillor has called on Laois County Council to take action on the derelict sites in Triogue Manor regarding ownership and future use...
“Agricultural mechanic must be considered for placement on the critical skills list,” says local...
Independent TD Carol Nolan says that urgent consideration must be given to placing the role of agricultural or heavy vehicle mechanic on the Critical...
No maps, no accommodation and no training – But two Laois men are bidding...
Two Laois men are going to get themselves accidentally lost out west, all in the name of a good cause.
Cormac Doyle and Jack Connolly,...
Official opening of the new playground and multi-use games area in Borris-in-Ossory
Tuesday, 20th of June 2023 saw the official opening ceremony of An Ríocht Spraoi, Borris-in-Ossory's new Community Playground, at Ossory Court.
Outgoing Cathaoirleach of Laois...
Portlaoise College announce two scholarships for incoming First Year students
Portlaoise College has announced the winners of its prestigious 1st Year scholarship, an esteemed award that recognises outstanding academic achievements.
The scholarship, valued at over...
Soaring back-to-school costs need to be addressed says Laois TD
Sinn Féin is calling on the Government to put measures in place in the coming weeks to address the high annual costs of preparing children...
Applications open for Laois Arthouse Stradbally’s upcoming month-long residency
Laois Arthouse Stradbally have announce their annual month-long residency for July, August and September 2023.
Applicants are open to Laois based artists in any art...
New Chief Executive Officer appointed by Laois Partnership Company
Laois Partnership Company (LPC) appointed a new Chief Executive Officer earlier this month.
Caroline Lydon has joined the local development company and says she intends...
In Pictures: Tributes paid to retiring Laois school principal following 25 years at the...
The principal of Ballyfin National School, Michael Moloney, retired after 25 years at the helm, at the end of this school year.
A native of...
132 Laois Community Groups awarded substantial Government funding
132 groups and organisations in Laois have been awarded Government funding under the Government Community Support Fund.
The news was confirmed by Laois TD, Sean...
Laois Councilor seeks calls for clarification on the water system in Spink GAA Grounds
A Laois Councillorm has called on the County Council to give a timescale on works for the Ballypickas Group Water Scheme Extension to take...
Laois County Council elect new Cathaoirleach as Paschal McEvoy takes the chain for the...
Laois County Council have elected new Cathaoirleach as Cllr Paschal McEvoy takes the chain for the first very time.
First elected in 2014, the Fianna...
Local Councilor puts road safety in Laois top of the agenda
A local councilor has called on Laois County Council to install traffic calming measures on the L-6136-0 Knocknagroagh / Rathnamanagh Road.
Cllr Willie Aird was...
Calls for improvements to disability facilities at Portlaoise Leisure Centre
A local councillor has called on Laois County Council to ensure that the Disability Suite at Laois Leisure, Portlaoise is fully equipped and fully...
Laois County Council announce update on completion date for new lake trail
A local councilor has called on Laois County Council to provide an update on the path to be installed around the three lakes in...
House prices in Laois fall as supply begins to stablisie but remain below average
The latest Daft.ie sales report shows that the average asking price of a house in Laois is now €235,000, 1% lower than what it...
Proposal for a stage/performance area to be developed in Portlaoise Town Park
A local councillor has called on Laois County Council to consider adding a stage/performance area in the current Portlaoise town park or the new...
The week that was: Our most read stories of the past seven days
1 - Matt Dunne Auctioneers sells Killeigh farm for €1.35 million
Matt Dunne & Associates RICS SCSI sold a 122 Acre non-residential Farm at Killeigh, Tullamore,...
Celebrations on the double for centenarian Sr Mary Tighe of Errill
June is a momentous month for Sr Mary Tighe from Kylemelawn, Errill. For hot on the heels of her 100th birthday celebrations, she marked...
Laois County Council to take posession of new 93-space car park
Laois County Council will take possession of a new 93-space car park on Railway Street, Portlaoise, due to come into use in August or...
‘This isn’t Del Boy and Rodney, this is the national broadcaster’ – Brian Stanley...
Laois-Offaly Sinn Féin TD, Brian Stanley has had his say on the Ryan Tubridy-RTÉ controversy that has made headlines in the past 24 hours.
The...
Second annual 5k run through grounds of Kildangan Stud in memory of the much-loved...
June 30 marks the fourth anniversary of Alan Mahon, who passed away while climbing Mt Elbrus, the highest peak in Europe in 2019.
For a...
Laois Councillor calls for drastic improvements to be made for wheelchair users in Portlaoise
A Laois Councilor has called on the County Council to implement the recommendations of of the roads and footpaths accessibility survey as soon as...
In Pictures: All smiles and glorious sunshine as Gaelscoil Phortlaoise raise ninth Green Flag
There were plenty of smiles in the glorious sunshine as Gaelscoil Phortlaoise came together to raise their ninth Green Flag yesterday morning.
This Green Flag...
A number of Laois locations are joining an app designed to tackle food waste
Food waste is one of the greatest crises facing humanity today and Ireland is as guilty an offender as any country in the world.
10%...
Laois Councillor calls for stronger action to be taken on housing in Portlaoise
A Laois Councillor has called for the County Council take a stronger position on various housing issues in the town, including Down's Lane, The...
Tree planted, time-capsule buried and balloons released as Laois primary school celebrates 75 years
There were great celebrations in Crettyard yesterday as a Laois primary school celebrated 75 years since it first opened its doors.
Newtown National School basked...
Laois GAA club aiming to become the centre of their community as walkway to...
"A GAA club has to be more than just a team - it must be an integral part of the community."
Those were the words...
Calls for additional safety railing to be installed on the Rock of Dunamase
Concerns raised by primary school children have led to a local county councillor calling for extra safety railings to be installed at the Rock...