Looking back on five great wins for the Laois footballers over Meath
The Laois senior footballers take on Meath this Sunday seeking to book a Leinster final place for the second year in a row.
Meath go...
Laois woman is third generation of her family to run in London Marathon
A Laois woman who recently completed the London Marathon is the third generation of her family to do so.
Grainne Terrett, who is a member...
WATCH: Kelly Machine Spares holding Open Day this Friday to mark 40 years in...
Kelly Machine Spares are celebrating 40 years in business this year and are marking the occasion this Friday, May 31, with an Open Day...
In Pictures: Laois Ladies football club get on board with 20×20 drive
One Ladies football club has firmly got behind the 20x20 campaign by hosting an event recently.
Timahoe Ladies, Laois's most success Ladies football club, were...
In Pictures: Abbeyleix claim CCFL Division 4 title following Mountmellick Celtic showdown
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CCFL Division 4
Abbeyleix were crowned CCFL Division 4 champions on Friday evening following a winner takes all final league...
Laois senior football team for Leinster quarter-final against Westmeath is announced
The Laois senior football team to face Westmeath in the Leinster quarter-final this Sunday has been named.
Manager John Surgue has named four changes from...
PROFILED: The full list of candidates running for Local Election in Borris-In-Ossory-Mountmellick
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The people of Laois and Ireland will be asked to vote in the Local Elections this Friday.
There...
Injury forces former Laois underage hurler to retire early
A former Laois underage hurler has been forced to call time on his playing career following a string of unfortunate injuries.
John Treacy from Borris-Kilcotton...
Remember the Game: O’Dempsey’s claim U-16 football honours in 2009
O'Dempsey's 3-8 Portlaoise 2-9
2009 U-16 Football League Final
Portlaoise are the top dogs in Laois club football at the moment - as they have been...
From Rathdowney to PayPal and on – the incredible story of Louise Phelan
It’s a Friday evening in Glebe House, the Phelan family home at Donaghmore just outside Rathdowney and a number of members of the extended...
Significant birthday celebrations as Kelly Machine Spares mark 40 years in business
Forty years is a mighty long time to be in business - but that’s exactly what Kelly Machine Spares in Borris-in-Ossory are celebrating this...
Big plans in motion to transform Outlet Centre in Rathdowney in to working hub
The Retail Outlet Centre in Rathdowney was a hive of activity this morning as politicians, business people and council officials all attended a forum...
Deep sadness in Castletown at death of young mother
There is deep sadness in Castletown and surrounding areas this evening at the news of the heartbreaking death of Aoife Mullaney (nee Doocey) at...
In Pictures: La Stamba Showcase rocks Music Generation Laois
Music Generation Laois (MGL) hosted a performance by their students throughout Laois participating in schools-based Stampede Drumming Programmes recently.
Since February, MGL students from...
Laois referee named on GAA panel for upcoming championship
The GAA’s Referee Development Committee has chosen its panel of referees who will officiate at this summer’s championships.
There will be 18 referees on the...
Women in Sport: From Portlaoise to the Seoul Olympics – it’s Anne Keenan-Buckley
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No shining medals adorn the walls of Olympian Anne Keenan-Buckey's house.
No magnificent plaques or...
New brain tumour support group for South East and Central Leinster to meet in...
Brain Tumour Ireland has established a new support group for the South East and Central Leinster.
Founded in 2012, Brain Tumour Ireland is a national...
In Pictures: Music Generation Laois host Jazz Concert
Another brilliant event from Generation Music Laois.
Music Generation Laois hosted a performance by The Paul McIntyre Trio in Laois Music Centre, Church Avenue, Portlaoise...
The All-Ireland winning Knockbeg team of 2005: Where are they now?
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The Knockbeg U-16 footballers are on course for All-Ireland glory this weekend when they face St....
Talk on the fascinating story of the ‘Portlaoise Plane’ set for this week
This is a must for all history buffs among you.
In the first of Laois Heritage Society's programme of talks for 2019, the world famous...
Zach Tuohy ambitious as ever as he tackles his 10th Aussie Rules season
Time flies when you’re having fun. It certainly has for Portlaoise footballer Zach Tuohy. Where did the last ten years go?
This weekend Zach, the...
HSE won’t disclose if staff are liable for Portlaoise baby deaths
The HSE are refusing to say if a review has shown staff had liability in cases of avoidable baby deaths at Portlaoise Hospital, according to...
A new Laois business, All-Ireland finals and Electric Picnic announcements – it’s our Top...
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Laois family turning their tragedy into hope for others
An extended family from Laois are aiming to make a difference with a series of...
Women in Sport: All-Ireland winner, four-time All-Star and Laois football great Tracey Lawlor
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An All-Ireland winner, four All-Star awards, four Leinster senior county medals and countless club...
Laois woman named director of International Wine Centre
A Laois woman has been announced as the new director of the International Wine Cente.
Rosenallis native Mary Gorman-McAdams has been appointed by President Mary Ewing-Mulligan.
The...
Election Diary: Campaign launch, jobs for Laois and positive Live Register figures
It is less than three months until the Elections and our sixth Election Diary is now here.
We look at the latest political pieces as...
Middle of next decade before housing market settles, says AIB economist
A senior economist with AIB believes it will be the middle of the next decade before the housing market settles.
John Fahey, a senior economist...
Weekend Read: Strikes, hype and never-ending drama – how the Limerick hurlers went from...
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Tonight All Ireland hurling champions Limerick roll into town. While the Laois and Limerick hurlers have...
Three Laois men hoping to guide their intercounty sides to league glory this weekend
While there is plenty of national league action building up inside of county as the Laois senior hurlers take on Limerick, three Laois men...
The confirmed list of candidates in this year’s Local Elections
The people of Laois and Ireland will be asked to vote in the Local Elections this year.
There’s just over three months to go to...