ACHL Division 1: Rathdowney-Errill maintain winning start with comprehensive victory over Rosenallis
Rathdowney-Errill 3-18 Rosenallis 0-10
ACHL Division 1 Round 2
A late flurry saw Rathdowney-Errill to a comprehensive victory over Rosenallis in Kelly Daly Park this evening.
The...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all of the action as the Laois U-20 footballers face Meath
A place in the Leinster U-20 football championship semi final for the second year running is up for grabs for Laois this evening.
Kieran Kelly's...
‘Significant milestone’ for Laois school as works commence on new AstroTurf pitch
Portlaoise College is abuzz with anticipation as the commencement of works on its new astroturf pitch marks a significant milestone for the school and...
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SOLAS Garden Centre in Portarlington: Cultivating Community Spirit
Amidst the fluctuating weather patterns that have characterized the start of the gardening season, SOLAS Garden Centre in Portarlington has been bustling with activity.
Despite...
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Attention all local building contractors – you are invited to Mountmellick Further Education Skills...
Attention All Local Building Contractors - You are Invited!
Join us for a skills demonstration on Friday, April 26 at Mountmellick Further Education and Training...
Shock and sadness as Laois dad tragically killed following workplace accident
There is shock and sadness in Laois today following the news that a Laois dad has died after a workplace accident.
Mark Walsh, who was...
All-Ireland Champions! Scoil Chriost Ri claim U-15 ‘A’ Basketball Schools Cup glory
Scoil Chriost Ri 44 Mallow 39
U-15 'A' Basketball Schools Cup Final
Scoil Chriost Ri are All-Ireland U-15 'A' Basketball Cup Champions for 2024 following two...
Rugby: Portlaoise U-14 girls have a brilliant win against Tullamore
Portlaoise 34 Tullamore 5
Leinster U-14 Girls Rugby Semi Final
Portlaoise travelled to Tullamore for the Cup Semi Final last Saturday, April 13.
Conditions were bright and...
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JOB VACANCY: Leprino Foods EU seeking to hire Warehouse and Logistics Manager in Portlaoise
We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team here in Leprino Foods EU, providing strong leadership and development of the team. Lead...
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Property: 25 acre residential farm for sale at Raggetstown, Ballinakill, Co Laois, with Hennessy...
Hennessy Auctioneers are delighted to bring to the market this 25 acre residential farm at Raggetstown, Ballinakill, Co. Laois (Eircode R32 HK10). These lands...
‘Laois has been left behind again’ says local TD
A local TD has said “Laois has been left behind again" regarding National Roads funding, as the County has been allocated just 1% of...
Local residents Association ‘left totally disillusioned’ by Laois County Council’s planning decision
One group of Laois residents say they have been "left totally disillusioned" after a recent planning decision by Laois County Council.
The Kyletalesha – Derryguile...
In Pictures: 96th anniversary of famous flight marked in Portlaoise
On Friday 12th April - 96 years to the day - a special commemorative ceremony was held at Fitzmaurice Place in Portlaoise to mark...
Huge clash for the Laois U-20 footballers as they get set to face Meath...
Meath v Laois
Leinster U-20 Football Championship Quarter Final in Ashbourne at 7.30pm
A place in the Leinster U-20 football championship semi final for the second...
St Abban’s athletes in action at Laois intermediate, junior and masters road championships
St Abban's Athletics Club had a large crowd in attendance at the Laois junior, intermediate and masters road championships, hosted by St Michael’s AC...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
John (Jack) Kelly
Arlington, Portarlington, Laois / Newbridge, Kildare
Kelly John (Jack) (Arlington, Portarlington, Co. Laois &...
Talking Sport Podcast: Laois lose to Offaly, Tailteann Cup explained and U-20 preview
With our hurling Podcast out this morning, attention on the Talking Sport Podcast now switches to football.
Alan Hartnett is joined by Steven Miller on...
Fianna Fail add candidate to ticket as 19-year-old steps forward to contest 2024 Local...
Fianna Fail have added a third candidate to contest the 2024 Local Elections in the Graiguecullen-Portarlington area.
Sitting Councillors Padraig Fleming and Paschal McEvoy were...
Laois TD says Public Accounts Committee ‘no-shows’ must stop as student accommodation comes under...
Laois Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley, Chair of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), has said that “late notice no shows by bodies called before...
Laois residents suffer harrowing dog attack while walking in Portlaoise
Three Laois residents and their dogs were the victims of a frenzied dog-attack while out walking in Portlaoise town this weekend.
The harrowing experience took...
North Leinster Colleges 2nd Year Hurling ‘B’ Final: Williams breaks Laois hearts again as...
Mountrath CS 1-12 Mullingar CS 2-11
North Leinster Colleges 2nd Year 'B' Final
There was heartbreak for Mountrath CS as they went down by two points...
Sadness at death of popular local pharmacist Liam Adams
The death has occurred of Liam Adams in Portlaoise, a well-known local pharmacist who was highly regarded in the area.
Liam and his wife Roisin...
Your full guide to 2024 All-Ireland Drama Finals as Laois venue announced as host
A Laois venue has been confirmed as the host theatre for the 2024 All-Ireland Drama Finals, taking place from Thursday, April 18 to Saturday,...
In Pictures: Friends of Portlaoise Hospital Gala Fundraising Ball a huge success
There was serious style on show at the Midlands Park Hotel on Saturday as the Friends of Portlaoise Hospital hosted a Gala Fundraising Ball.
There...
In Pictures: Portlaoise Rotary Club hosted concert in aid of Kolbe Special School
A fundraising concert in aid of Kolbe Special School took place in Portlaoise on Saturday, April 13 and was well attended.
Portlaoise Rotary Club are...
Laois U-20 hurling manager Carter disappointed with result but proud of performance
Damien Carter was disappointed coming away with a draw from Wexford Park on Saturday, but he was happy with his team's performance.
They needed a...
