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Stradbally-based company all set to boost fish populations in Irish rivers
The population of spawning fish in Irish rivers could soon receive a vital boost, thanks to a Stradbally-based company who have used Laois Partnership...
Approved Housing Bodies under the spotlight as Laois County Councillor calls for review and...
Laois County Council is to call on Minister for Housing James Browne to review and reduce the Department's reliance on Approved Housing Bodies (AHB)...
Laois soccer player begins next chapter as he swaps Austin FC in Texas for...
Peter Grogan has completed a move back to Ireland, leaving Austin FC to sign for Athlone Town ahead of the 2026 League of Ireland...
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Applications open for September intake at Portlaoise Institute
Portlaoise Institute has announced that applications for all full-time courses commencing in September will open on Tuesday, 20th January.
Prospective students are encouraged to apply...
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JOB VACANCIES: CJ Sheeran Ltd seeking to fill a number of roles
CJ SHEERAN is Ireland’s largest manufacturer and recycler of timber packaging and pallets, providing a premium quality, sustainable and accredited packaging solution to Ireland...
Call made for roundabout at well known Laois junction before someone ‘is killed stone...
A call has been made for a roundabout to be installed at a well known and busy Laois junction before someone 'is killed stone...
ESB Networks complete major upgrade ‘strengthening Portlaoise electricity infrastructure’
ESB Networks has successfully completed a critical infrastructure project in Portlaoise, significantly reinforcing the reliability of the network in the Midlands region.
This involved the...
Deaths in Laois – Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
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Surge in dumped battery and electronic devices sparks urgent fire warning
One of the leading waste management operators in the Midlands, Ryan Brothers Environmental Services, has launched a public awareness campaign following a rise in...
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Heritage Village launches Ireland’s first modern later living community
The first of its kind in Ireland, located in Killenard, Heritage Village offers independence, comfort, security and a true sense of community.
With a focus...
Trinity College Distinction Award presented to Portlaoise nursing students
Former Portlaoise Institute students Oluchi Onyinyechi Izima and Abigail Osula have been accredited for their outstanding academic achievement with the newly established Trinity College...
Laois County Council urges dog owners to act responsibly ahead of lambing season
Laois County Council is calling on all dog owners to act responsibly as lambing season approaches.
The council have set out a number of key...
Allen the comeback kid elected as new Laois GAA vice-chairman
Brian Allen has been elected as the new vice-chairman of Laois GAA at a meeting in Portlaoise last night.
Allen, who had lost his role...
Young Laois girl all set to skydive to raise funds for Youth Suicide Prevention
A Portlaoise College secondary school student is preparing to take a leap of faith, literally, as she skydives to raise vital funds for Youth...
Laois Soccer Podcast: From Cricklewood to Clonaslee and on to the Midlands League –...
The Laois Soccer Podcast returns and we are joined by a very special guest - Chris Nestor.
Chris is the chairman of the Midlands League...
Dempsey returns to Laois underage setup as minor mentor
Former Laois senior, U-21 and minor football manager Sean Dempsey has returned to the county underage setup as mentor with this year's minor team.
The...
Death occurs of Leon de Barra, former highly-regarded school principal in Mountmellick
The death has occurred of León De Barra, former highy-respected school principal in Mountmellick. He was aged in his late 80s.
Mr De Barra was...
Deaths in Laois – Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Maura Lawler (née Bergin)
Derrykearn, Abbeyleix, Laois
Maura died peacefully January 24th 2026. Reunited once more with...
Sadness in Timahoe at death of Andy Bergin, former local publican, community man and...
There is sadness in Timahoe this week following the passing of Andy Bergin senior, a man who was deeply embedded in the local community...
Laois Hurling Podcast: Barry’s trip to Tooreen, legendary Laois full-forward line, Derry up next
The Laois hurlers got their NHL Division 2 campaign off to a predictable winning start in Mayo on Sunday afternoon when they were far...
Laois Football Podcast: Wasteful Laois, new ladies rules and two big backroom appointments
The Laois footballers played their part in a manic draw against Limerick on Saturday in the opening round of the National Football League. But...
St Francis school to benefit from additional space from nearby Portlaoise field
A field at the top of Portlaoise estate St Brigid's is going to be made use of by St Francis special education school in...
In Pictures: Massive crowd in attendance as Clonad GAA celebrate 2025 with Dinner Dance
It was standing room only in the Killeshin Hotel on Saturday evening as Clonad GAA gathered for a dinner dance.
More than 170 people were...
Weekend Sport: 120 brilliant pictures from Town’s Cup rugby, Laois v Limerick and Laois...
It was an extremely busy weekend of sport in Laois with games across Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday, the Laois footballers began their National Football...
Tommy Fitzgerald: ‘We would be disappointed with the second half performance’
Coverage of Laois GAA county teams is brought to you in association with Laois Hire, proud sponsors of Laois GAA
Adrian Freeman Park, Tooreen was...
Deaths in Laois – Monday, January 26, 2026
Below are the recent local deaths.
May they rest in peace.
Andy Bergin
Timahoe, Laois
Andy passed away suddenly. Sadly missed by his loving wife Marie Goretti, sons...
