Big Laois involvement as New York claim Lory Meagher Cup and London defeat Derry...
The lower tier hurling finals took place on Saturday in Croke Park and there was big Laois involvement in two of them.
The day began...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Tommy Fitzgerald, David Dooley and Aidan Corby ahead of Joe McDonagh...
It is a huge week for the Laois senior hurlers and we will bring you plenty of preview content over the coming days.
Up first,...
Laois GAA Fixtures: Joe McDonagh Cup final, Tailteann Cup, Celtic Challenge, Ladies and Camogie
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Finline Furniture wins Excellence in Sustainability and Climate Action Award
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Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Bridie Reid (née Dowling)
Dunboyne, Meath/Emo, Laois
REID (née Dowling), Bridie (Dunboyne, Co. Meath and formerly of...
Fr Paddy: Power of the possible with the story of the humble farmer Thomas
In a quaint village nestled between rolling hills and valleys of Mount Kilimanjaro, Thomas, a humble farmer, faced a severe drought that threatened his...
Uisce Éireann announce improved water network for Mountmellick which ‘will deliver a more secure and...
An improved water network has been announced for a major Laois town which Uisce Éireann say "will deliver a more secure and reliable water...
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Timahoe Heritage Festival Returns: A Weekend of Living History, Family Fun, and Unforgettable Encounters
May 31st & June 1st | Timahoe Village, Co. Laois
Admission: Adults €5 | Children FREE | Parking FREE
The countdown is on to...
From the Archives: An ode to Jack L, the boy from Athy
This piece by John Whelan was originally published in August 2017 ahead of Jack L's appearance at Electric Picnic.
It's a timely article again, with...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Austin Bergin, the Laois man in Naas on the huge rise...
The Laois and Kildare hurlers meet in the Joe McDonagh Cup final in Croke Park on Sunday in what is a surprise and novel...
Two Laois students finish runners-up in Generation Apprenticeship competition for green skills and creativity
Two Mountmellick learners have received a prestigious national award showcasing the innovation and green skills of the nation’s next generation of talent.
Adam Leahy and...
Laois TD introduces Dáil Bill to ‘protect householders’ who live nearby ‘huge’ Wind Turbines
A Laois TD has introduced a Bill in the Dáil this week that would "protect householders" in counties where "huge" Wind Turbines are planned.
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Deaths in Laois – Monday, June 2, 2025
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Phyllis Graham (née Flynn)
Ballydavis, Portlaoise, Laois
Peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved mother of Caroline,...
Minor Football: Rowan on top form as St Joseph’s defeat Na Fianna Og for...
St Joseph's 0-20 Na Fianna Og 1-7
Minor Football League Division 1 Final
St Joseph’s reigned superior today in the Centre of Excellence as they defeated...
Minor Football: Goals the difference as St Paul’s see off Mountmellick Parish Gaels B...
St Paul's 6-12 Mountmellick Parish Gaels B 0-15
Minor Football League Division 2 Final
St Paul's were crowned Minor League Division 2 champions following victory over...
Laois learn their fate as draw for Tailteann Cup preliminary quarter finals made
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The Laois senior footballers will...
All-Ireland Ladies IFC: Three-goal Laois too good for Roscommon in opening-round victory
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Laois 3-11 Roscommon 2-7
All-Ireland Ladies IFC Group 1 Round...
ACFL Division 2: Wins for Park-Ratheniska and Clonaslee-St Manman’s while Rosenallis and Arles-Killeen draw
Park-Ratheniska 4-15 Ballyfin 0-15
ACFL Division 2 Round 6
DJ O'Connell converted two penalties and the returning Brian Dunne and Tom Fingleton got a goal apiece...
Minor Hurling: Borris-Kilcotton claim Division 1 league title with victory over Camross
Borris-Kilcotton 2-14 Camross 2-7
Minor Hurling League Division 1 Final
Borris-Kilcotton were crowned Minor hurling Division 1 league champions this afternoon after coming out on top...
ACFL Division 1: Courtwood beat Portlaoise while St Joseph’s and Stradbally also win as...
Courtwood 1-17 Portlaoise 3-9
ACFL Division 1 Round 6
Goalkeeper Matthew Byron hit 0-10, including four two-point frees, as Courtwood kept up their good record against...
LIVE BLOG: Follow all the action as the Laois Ladies begin All-Ireland campaign against...
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After a two week break, the Laois Ladies return...
Minor Hurling: Classy Campion and stylish Standish claim Division 2 league success for Rathdowney-Errill
Rathdowney-Errill 4-16 Clan na nGael 1-13
Minor Hurling League Division 2 Final
Rathdowney-Errill were crowned Minor League Division 2 champions this morning after getting the better...
Laois Ladies footballers looking to bounce back as All-Ireland series gets underway in O’Moore...
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All-Ireland Ladies IFC Group 1 Round 1 – Laois...
Six Talking Points as Laois footballers deny Offaly at the death
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Laois have a preliminary quarter-final...
