Measures required to stop ‘risky’ overtaking on road approaching Laois village
Laois County Council has been asked to introduce measures to stop 'risky' overtaking on the approach to Ballybrittas.
Fine Gael Councillor PJ Kelly outlined the...
Works called for on bridge in Barrowhouse, safety barriers in Ballylinan and grass verge...
Fianna Fail Councillor Padraig Fleming has called on Laois County Council to rebuild a bridge wall in Barrowhouse.
According to Councillor Fleming, this bridge, located...
Laois County Council sells greenfield site worth €170,000 to garage company
A garage company has completed the purchase of a greenfield site worth €170,000 from Laois County Council.
Oliver Stanley Motors Ltd, currently a Texaco filling...
‘Housing measures will get more homes in Laois and Offaly built more quickly’ says...
Extra measures agreed by Cabinet under the Housing for All plan will speed up home building and drive down building costs across Laois and...
Laois and Offaly links in Zambia explored as local Minister makes trip to African...
A recent Ministerial visit to Zambia has highlighted the great work being done by people with Laois and Offaly links.
Minister for International Development, Sean...
Laois TD calls on Government to ‘stop making false announcements and put in place...
“The Government’s affordable housing plan is in crisis as they delivered no affordable homes in Laois or Offaly last year.’’
So says Laois TD Brian...
Liam Hyland at 90: From Ballacolla to Brussells – former Laois TD and MEP...
It's a Friday afternoon in Fearagh outside Ballacolla. Liam Hyland opens the door of his home and welcomes us with a handshake as warm...
“Why can’t we do the same for people on the housing waiting list?” –...
Calls have been made for rapid build modular homes in Rathdowney to be built across Laois to tackle the housing waiting list.
This came after...
Three Laois students to receive five calves after qualifying for final of prestigious beef...
Certified Irish Angus has announced the teams that will be progressing forward as finalists for its Certified Irish Angus Schools’ Competition 2025.
This is following...
Promotion of literacy and reading see Portlaoise College achieve Wellread National Award
Members of the Portlaoise College Wellread Committee attended the Wellread National Awards this week where their good work was honoured.
At this ceremony, schools from...
Sinn Fein select second candidate to contest Local Elections in Portlaoise area
Sinn Fein have selected a second candidate to run for them in the Local Election which will take place in May 2024.
Maria McCormack, of...
Gardai investigating after man arrested and soccer match abandoned in Laois
Gardai have launched an investigation after a soccer match was abandoned in Laois on Sunday.
Arlington AFC and Coil Dubh AFC clashed in Castle Park,...
Gardai appeal for information for missing 16-year-old in Portlaoise
Gardaí are seeking the public's assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 16-year-old Stefan Muntean who was last seen in Portlaoise, on Sunday last, April...
Laois TD calls on Minister to prioritise investment into Child and Adolescent Mental Health...
Laois TD, Brian Stanley has called on Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly to prioritise investment in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS).
The Sinn...
End of an era as Chief Superintendant John Scanlan brings the curtain down on...
After 41 years of distinguished service, John Scanlan, the Chief Superintendent of the Laois-Offaly-Kildare Garda division is set to retire this week.
Mr Scanlan joined...
‘Ruthless and prolonged exploitation of electricity prices must be brought to an end’ says...
Independent TD for Laois-Offaly Carol Nolan has said that exorbitant and unsustainable electricity and energy prices continue to financially cripple households and businesses.
This, she...
Laois TD calls on Minister for Transport to carry out a reveiw into the...
Laois TD, Brian Stanley is calling on Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan to carry out a review into the National Car Test system, saying,...
Lights out! Considerable frustration at length of time taken to repair faulty street lamps
The issue of public lights not working has long been a hot topic at local council meetings - and it was up for discussion...
GRAPHIC CONTENT: Local farmer urging dog owners to keep their pets on a leash...
A local sheep farmer has urged people walking in the Togher Woods area to please keep their pets on leashes while enjoying the walkways.
The...
Calls for footpath near Abbeyleix school to be reinstated
If ever there's a need for good quality footpaths, it's at primary schools in urban areas.
And at last week's Portlaoise Municipal District meeting in...
Laois undergraduates and prospective students encouraged to apply for reduction in contribution fee
Undergraduates and prospective students could be entitled to a reduction in the third level contribution fees of up to €1,500.
Speaking Monday morning, Fine Gael...
Long overlooked Mountmellick Road in Portlaoise on course to get its roundabouts at last
Given the number of roundabouts dotted around Portlaoise town, you'd think that there would be little appetite for any more.
But the Mountmellick Road area...
Laois councillors call on Minister to increase funding for the National Ambulance service
A number of Laois county councillors have called on Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly to increase funding for the National Ambulance Service following a...
Business Briefing: Grow Remote, business news and upcoming events
Laois Chamber Alliance CEO, Caroline Hofman, caught up with Dónal Kearney, Community Manager with Grow Remote…
Tell us a bit about Grow Remote and your...
Traffic restrictions around Portlaoise as the Dubs come to town
A crowd of more than 10,000 is expected in O'Moore Park this afternoon as the Dublin footballers take on Laois in the Leinster championship...
Laois councillor calls for clarity and promotion around long-stay parking in Portlaoise
A Laois County Councillor is seeking more fairness and clarity for users of the County Council's long-stay car parks.
Fine Gael Councillor, Thomasina Connell, called...
Second ever Laois Pride parade and festival planned for this September
Following on from a successful inaugural year, Laois Pride has been announced for a second series of events.
Laois Pride parade and festival will take...
Meet the Laois woman who used her GAA coaching skills to help children in...
Sinéad Brennan is just back from East Africa, where she was coaching Gaelic football in some severely disadvantaged places.
Sinéad plays football for Crettyard Ladies...
Four Laois students awarded scholarships by Carlow College
Four Laois residents studying in Carlow College, St. Patrick’s have been recognised for their academic achievement at the annual Carlow College Scholarships Awards ceremony on...
New principal appointed to Portlaoise Institute
Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board has announced the appointment of Keith McClearn as the new principal of Portlaoise Institute.
It is the first...
