‘It’s great to see some sense of normality returning’ – Return...
The return of live entertainment finally came to Laois recently with a comedy gig in Kavanagh's Pub in Portlaoise.
On Wednesday July 21, 50 paying...
Documentary film about Laois town selected to feature in Galway Film Fleadh
A documentary film about a Laois town has been selected to feature at the prestigious Galway Film Fleadh.
During the first lockdown in 2020, Maurice...
Talented Stradbally teenager releases new version of song based on a Laois man living...
A talented Laois teenager has released a brand new single. Stradbally’s Ross Molloy, ‘Rossi M’, has released An Old Man's Wish, a cover of...
In Pictures: Laois Libraries launch ‘Summer Stars’ free outdoor reading programme for children
Laois Libraries are bringing the library service outdoors this summer.
As part of the Summer Stars reading programme, Jennifer Farley’s book, “Scout’s Best Day Ever”,...
Ballyfin Vintage & Veteran Club set to host 10th annual road run this weekend
Ballyfin Vintage & Veteran Club will hold their 10th annual road run for charity this Sunday, June 27.
The popular event will start at 12pm...
Live performances set to return in Laois as Dunmaise Arts Centre announce details of...
Dunamaise Arts Centre have announce that live theatre is coming back.
They have teamed up with the Gate Theatre and will park up at Emo...
Popular RTE dating show seeking Laois singletons for brand new series
First Dates Ireland is back for a brand-new series and the match making is in full swing.
The hit RTÉ2 show is looking for men...
Two Laois schools set to feature in new music video for local singer
Schools up and down the country may have had very little to get excited about during the pandemic months - but now two primary...
Laois Councillor ‘amazed’ at Electric Picnic decision to apply for later date for 2021...
A Laois Councillor says he is 'amazed' that the organisers of Electric Picnic intend to go ahead with the festival this year.
Fianna Fail Councillor...
Electric Picnic organisers release statement following confirmation of new festival date
The organisers of Electric Picnic have released a statement following the news that this year's festival is set to go ahead at a later...
Electric Picnic organisers release statement following confirmation of new festival date
The organisers of Electric Picnic have released a statement following the news that this year's festival is set to go ahead at a later...
Electric Picnic apply to Laois County Council for new date for this year’s festival
Electric Picnic organisers have applied to Laois County Council to stage this year's festival later this year.
The festival was scheduled to take place from...
Electric Picnic receives €423,000 funding under Live Performance Support Scheme
The Electric Picnic Music festival has received €423,135 in funding under the Live Performance Support Scheme.
This money is to be used to help run...
Young Laois singer, songwriter and producer set to release her debut single
A young Laois singer, songwriter and producer is set to release her debut single.
FLUBLAH, who hails from Mountmellick and is a past pupil of...
Young Laois girl set to represent the county in new TG4 series
TG4 is celebrating Cruinniú na nÓg 2021 with a new creative series for children called Cruthaím.
Cruthaím highlights the talent of young Irish speakers across...
‘Virtual celebrations’ planned for Africa Day Laois 2021
Laois County Council together with Laois African Support Group will celebrate Africa Day from Monday June 14 to Saturday June 19.
Although they cannot celebrate...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Youth Theatre back doing outdoor workshops in Portlaoise
Portlaoise Youth Theatre have been back doing outdoor workshops at the Laois Music Centre in Portlaoise.
Small steps to getting back to normal for...
In Pictures: All smiles as Music Generation Laois Bandwagon Tour rolls into two primary...
There was dancing, singing, laughing and smiling galore at two Laois primary schools this week.
St Joseph's Girls National School in Mountmellick and The Rock...
Laois Walks Festival announce decision to postpone 2021 series
The Laois Walks Festival, which was scheduled to take place next month, has been postponed.
The annual walking extravaganza which sees walkers and hikers travel...
In Pictures: #LoveLaois – TY students take a trip around the county
TY students from Portlaoise College headed on a Laois mystery tour this week.
They had no idea where they were going at the start -...
