It’s Saturday – so here are the week’s top stories

15th April 2017

It was another busy week in LaoisToday and once again we have really enjoyed bringing you all the important news stories.

Whether it’s serious news, local sport or something that gets you talking or makes you laugh, we like to think we can offer something for everyone.

There were so many stories over the past week, but here is just a selection of the items featured on our website in the past week.

Many things have changed over the years in Ballinakill, but Aidan Kennedy has now been the postmaster for half a century there.
An artist with a proud Unionist heritage says he received the “richest hospitality” when he visited Portlaoise and The Heath on his 32 Counties in 32 Days adventure.
Jack Nolan celebrated 35 years in business. He told us the key to his success and what should be done to help business in Portlaoise.
Our piece on 20 things you’ll remember if you went to school in Heywood caused quite a stir

The exploits of Laois minor hurlers were recognised when Ciarán Comerford was named the Electric Ireland Player of the Week award. He shot six points from play in the win over Offaly.
Portlaoise AFC has Paul Cahillane has played with Celtic and some top clubs. He named the best team-mates of his career.
Knockbeg College student Martin Moloney was named in the Irish U18 squad to face England.

She may live in San Francisco, but Portarlington will always be home for Mary Rogers.
Moment in Time: The Portlaoise Gala Singers concert in 2009.